Natural Resource Tech I/II/Senior (KK-48024

Job DetailsJob Location: Omak - WASalary Range: $20.34 - $26.26 HourlyCLOSING DATE:     Open Until filled with Bi-weekly reviews POSITION:               Natural Resource Tech I/II/Senior SALARY:                   $20.34 -26.26, per hour REPORTS TO:        Harvest Biologist LOCATION:               Omak, WA    Basic Functions:      This is a Non-Exempt position. Collection of fisheries data for research, monitor and evaluate projects within the Okanogan River Basin. The production and/or transport of flake ice for the fishing operation; transporting fresh or frozen fish to the tribal districts for distribution; rinse, vacuum, seal, and freeze salmon for long term storage. Clean and fillet salmon for long term care storage; operation, light maintenance and thorough cleaning of processing building and equipment, communicating with other staff and supervisors regarding fish processing and distribution.May also be asked to assist with the following; purse seine, beach seine and tangle net fishing, hatchery surplus activities, provide overnight and/or weekend security for tribal fishing equipment near Brewster, WA., conduct creel survey duties at the Chief Joseph Dam tailrace or other tribal fisheries.   BENIFITS: We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees. QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Education and Training:  Natural Resource Technician I: High School Diploma or GED and a satisfactory work history. Natural Resource Technician II: Requires a High School Diploma or GED and 36months progressively responsible experience equivalent to the Technician I or equivalent level, related to wildlife, natural resource management or other closely related field. An Associate’s Degree in the applicable science will substitute for experience. (Must submit transcripts for credit). Natural Resource Technician Senior: Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in wildlife, natural resources science, range or environmental science (must submit transcripts for credit) OR Associate’s Degree in the field of fish, wildlife, and/or natural resource management (must submit transcripts for credit) AND 24 months of experience at a Technician II and a satisfactory work performance review OR HS Diploma/GED AND 48 months combined education/experience demonstrating the ability to perform the functions of this position. Requires a valid Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the Tribes’ vehicle insurance. May require a class B CDL. Requires a clean driver’s record that qualifies for a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operators Identification card. Requires a food handlers permit or able to obtain within 10 days of employment. Requires a forklift operator license or obtain within 6 months of hire. Requires a Washington State boat safety course within 90 days of hire. Must maintain license, certifications and insurance coverage through out duration of employment. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Requires the knowledge of harvesting salmonids with a purse seine. Requires basic knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair. Requires knowledge of computers for word-processing, spreadsheet, and database software for data entry and web browser for researching sampling equipment. Requires the skill of attention to detail. Requires experience using hand and power tools, and proper care and maintenance of tools. Requires sufficient knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation to prepare professional correspondence. Requires sufficient human relations skill to work productively and cooperatively with diverse teams, exercise patience when dealing with internal and external customers, and convey technical concepts. Requires the ability to work with electrical and processing equipment and in around a walkin freezer, vacuum sealer, ice machines, fillet knives, and band saw. Requires the ability to operate a forklift. Requires the ability to safely use hand or power tools in support of project objectives. Requires the ability to perform varied and outdoor tasks as required. Requires the ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment as a team member in a pleasant and efficient manner. Requires the ability to perform duties in both an office environment and at field sites where work is performed. Requires the ability to execute duties and responsibilities as assigned in a timely fashion. Requires excellent attendance. Requires the ability to accurately identify freshwater fish species of the Columbia River basin. Requires the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, crew and the general public. Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work to achieve results, goals and objectives on time. Requires the ability to maintain equipment. Requires the ability to effectively troubleshoot problems with equipment. Requires the ability to understand and follow applicable regulations and standards to maintain a safe work environment. Requires the ability to remind others of safety practices to minimize the likelihood of accidents. Requires the ability to effective handle adverse situations, making appropriate decisions, working calmly and accurately. Requires the ability to use field equipment. Requires the ability to write and speak clearly and effectively. Requires the ability to collect, compile, and record scientific data. and ability to work collaboratively. Requires the ability to work independently and follow instructions out to completion. Towing and backing boat experience, preferred. Requires sufficient hand-eye-arm coordination to use a keyboard and 10-key plus arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers. Requires auditory ability to carry on conversations over the phone and in person. Requires good physical condition with the ability to repeatedly lift 50lbs pull and haul in all kinds of weather conditions on variable terrain or while in boats on the water. Requires the ability and willingness to work long shifts on a variable schedule, including: nights, early mornings, late evenings, holidays and weekends as the work dictates. Requires the ability to travel for meetings, training and conference participation as necessary. Requires ability to drive in adverse weather conditions. Requires the ability to complete repetitive tasks such as habitat data collection. Requires the ability to sit or stand for considerable periods of time (hours). Requires the ability to effectively operate equipment. Requires the ability swim and work comfortably on boats, docks, and catwalks around swift moving cold water. Requires the ability to operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, safely operate rafts and motor boats in riverine environments. Requires the ability to operate equipment, including hand and power tools and sampling gear, safely and effectively. Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.   TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.   If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance.  In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances.  If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.       INFORMATION: Krystal Keaton, HR Recruiting Sr., Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, (509) 634-2794 krystal.keaton.hrs@colvilletribes.com