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Biologist Technician-Instream Flow

STATE OF WYOMING
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ATAW99-2021-00037-Biologist Technician-Instream Flow-Cheyenne


SALARY: $15.01 Hourly
LOCATION :Cheyenne
OPENING DATE: 01/08/21
CLOSING DATE: 01/27/21 11:59
 


GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


The Wyoming Game and Fish Department seek to hire one (1) Biologist Technician – Instream Flow. This seasonal position will assist biologists throughout the state with stream habitat restoration monitoring, discharge data collection, and gathering information needed to prepare an instream flow segment prioritization plan. The position will be based in Cheyenne and is 6-7 months in duration, starting in May and concluding in November. Applicants unable to work through October should not apply.

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4507 Laura laura.curtis1@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

 
  • Collect stream habitat and discharge data by using surveying equipment (total station, auto level, and laser level), GPS, velocity meters, echosounder, and dataloggers. If not already familiar with using such equipment, the Biologist Technician should be able to learn quickly and use the equipment independently after a short training period.
  • Other duties include conducting GIS analyses; performing data entry, management, analysis, and quality control; preparing maps, tables, and graphs for reports; and performing routine maintenance of equipment. Biologist technicians may occasionally assist other regional aquatic habitat and fisheries management crews in such tasks as vegetation monitoring, electrofishing, netting, stream surveys, or other fishery management tasks. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: 


Preference will be given to college graduates with a degree in fisheries or wildlife management, aquatic ecology, ichthyology, hydrology, watershed science, or a closely related field; and applicants with experience in surveying, using GPS and ArcMap, and performing aquatic habitat assessments. 

Agency requires a high school degree plus experience in surveying, fish and wildlife management, research, habitat assessment, or college course work towards a degree in fisheries or wildlife management, aquatic ecology, ichthyology, and hydrology, watershed science, or a closely related field.

**Must have valid driver's license.


KNOWLEDGE: 

 
  • Prior outdoor experience, such as fieldwork or backcountry camping.
  • Ability to collect detailed and accurate stream habitat data both independently and in close cooperation with others, and to maintain a positive attitude in challenging conditions


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


None - See "Preferences"

 
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

 
  • The technician must work well independently with minimal supervision and work well with others on a small crew.
  • This field position requires considerable physical labor, such as wading in swift water, hiking, and carrying backpacks.
  • Fieldwork can occur in inclement weather and may require camping in the field.
  • Weekend and holiday work may be required.
  • Must be willing to work irregular hours, including early mornings and late evenings.
  • Must be willing to perform extensive travel across the state in Department vehicles.
  • Will require the operation of 4wd vehicles and may require towing trailers.
  • May require the ability to navigate independently with a map in remote locations. 


NOTES:

 
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt
  • Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment.
  • Lodging, waders, rain gear, uniform, and other necessary field equipment and expenses will be provided when in the field. Off-duty housing is not provided.
  • Applicants are encouraged to contact Del Lobb, Instream Flow Biologist (307-777-4673), to gain additional information about the position and selection process.
  • Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume with their online application. The cover letter should include career plans, suitability for the job, and availability dates (starting and ending dates are particularly important).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.


The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.



A complete listing of the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure can be viewed at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm.
See Human Resource Contact Information
in the General Description Section
Statewide, WY 82002

Fax: (307) 777-6562



Class Code #ATAW99
Job # 2021-00037
ATAW99-2021-00037-BIOLOGIST TECHNICIAN-INSTREAM FLOW-CHEYENNE

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.