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Bullfrog Removal Technician - Scientific Technician 2 - Non-Permanent - 2 Openings - *03652-24

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
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TWO (2) OPENINGS
FULL-TIME/NON-PERMANENT
 BULLFROG REMOVAL TECHNICIAN
 SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 2

 

Wildlife Program – Region 2
 Ephrata, Washington – Grant County

 

Anticipated Appointment Length: 4 Months
April 29, 2024 – August 30, 2024

 

Join our Wildlife team and contribute to the Northern Leopard Frog Recovery Project, a Washington State Endangered Species.

 

In support of the Northern Leopard Frog (NLF) recovery team, these positions will assist with reintroduction efforts by removing all life stages of bullfrogs in areas that are co-occupied during the active season.

 

This is an opportunity to contribute to the Northern Leopard Frog Recovery Project.

 

You thrive on building collaboration and teamwork, assist with reintroduction efforts by removing all life stages of bullfrogs in leopard frog reintroduction areas.

 

We are seeking candidates to perform surveys for all life stages of bullfrogs during all active months.

 

Here are some things you will be doing in this role:

 

Bullfrog Control Work: 

  • Perform surveys for all life stages of bullfrogs during all active months.
  • Remove all life stages of bullfrogs in the translocation areas using gigs, netting, hand capture, trapping, firearms, and other approved methods. 
  • Performs visual encounter surveys for northern leopard frog on reintroduction sites and native sites, following established protocols, often during hot, summer conditions.
  • Monitor NLF (all life stages) that are held in enclosures.

 

Data Management: 

  • Organizes, enters, and edits field data in spreadsheets (Excel).
  • Enters and manipulates spatial data with use of GPS units and GIS software (ArcGIS, ArcOnline, Survey123 mobile app).
  • Summarizes data.
  • Literature review/research.
  • Maintains records of volunteer efforts and daily activity logs.

 

Infrastructure and equipment maintenance: 

  • Construction or repair of pre-release and in situ enclosures with use of hand tools.
  • Minor equipment repairs and maintenance.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work Setting, including hazards:
    • Mostly outdoor (>80% of time), with temperature/weather extremes (hot, humid, muddy, and wet).
    • Fieldwork includes heavy lifting (up to 40lbs), walking up to 6 miles a day in rough, muddy terrain, bending/stooping, working while wearing waders and other wetland field gear, and working in areas with large populations of biting insects.
    • Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations. 
  • Schedule:
    • 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
    • These positions have an irregular work schedule, including early mornings, night shifts, and occasionally weekends.
  • Travel Requirements:
    • Infrequent, but may be needed occasionally.
  • Tools and Equipment:
    • Hand tools, 4x4 pickup trucks, ATV and boat operation, gigs, nets.
  • Customer Interactions:
    • Regularly interacts with project partners, volunteers, students, and occasional field encounters.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduation from high school or GED including one (1) year of high school science, and two (2) years of experience as a Scientific Technician 1.

Or
 

  • Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science and two (2) years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist, or zoologist.


Please note:

  • College course work involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely related field will substitute year-for-year for experience, provided the work includes at least six (6) semester or nine (9) quarter hours of natural science classes.


License:

  • Valid driver’s license.

 
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following: 

  • Strong interest in herpetology and herpetological field techniques.
  • Interest and desire to conserve endangered and/or rare non-game species.
  • Bachelor's degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, environmental science, or biology.
  • Experience with frog and tadpole identification and vocalizations, specifically Northern Leopard Frog, American Bullfrog, Pacific Treefrog, and Great Basin Spadefoot.
  • Experience as crew or team leader, comfortable in large groups, and able to work independently.
  • Creative and adaptive with good problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to plan work schedules. 
  • ATV and boat experience.
  • Understanding and experience with the proficient use of small-bore firearms for wildlife control.
  • Experiencing handling amphibians and/or other herps.
  • Comfort working at night and during other non-typical work hours.
  • Independently utilize GIS software (working knowledge level).
  • Able to handle remote field conditions, navigation, and strenuous hiking.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.

 

Supplemental Information

 

Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.

 

Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application.

 

In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

  • A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
  • A current resume. 
  • Three professional references. 

 

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

 

JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

 

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

 

WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

 

UNION - WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

 

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

  • Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to Cheri.Weld@dfw.wa.gov.
  • Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
  • Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

 

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE: 

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

  • Notify us of your military spouse status by email at Cheri.Weld@dfw.wa.gov. 
  • Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
  • Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

 

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. 

 

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.  Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

 

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

 

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

 

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