Natural Resource Worker - Aquatic Invasive Species Inspector - Temp
THREE (3) OPENINGS
NON-PERMANENT
NATURAL RESOURCES WORKER 2
AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES (AIS) INSPECTOR
Enforcement Program
Pasco, Washington – Franklin County
Anticipated Appointment Length: 11.5 Months
January 3, 2022 – December 15, 2022
Would you like to be one of the last lines of defense in protecting the Columbia River watershed from invasive plants and animals?
Our AIS Inspectors help protect our diverse agriculture, hydroelectric, recreation, habitat, and ecology that are unique to our region.
In this role, you will inspect boats and educate boaters as they enter the State of Washington.
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today to become an AIS inspector.
*Aquatic Invasive Species checks and monitoring – Photo Credit: Pam Taylor
With that in mind,
This is an opportunity to interact with the public and provide educational AIS information to watercraft owners.
This is a dynamic role in which you will inspect and decontaminate trailered watercraft to help protect state waters against invasive species.
The optimal applicants for these roles are motivated, self-starting, and energetic.
We are seeking candidates who respect and value the opinions of others, creating an inclusive team environment where every member feels they contribute value to the project and WDFW.
*Aquatic Invasive Species checks and monitoring – Photo Credit: Pam Taylor
Our AIS Inspector,
- Inspects watercraft at inspection stations for Aquatic Invasive Species.
- Conducts standardized interviews to obtain watercraft information.
- Identifies and preserves possible AIS from watercraft.
- Decontaminates watercraft if infested with AIS.
- Utilizes hot-water Decontamination Units.
- Interacts with the public.
- Maintains operation of electronic reader boards.
- Monitors condition of signage alerting watercraft of inspection stations.
- Records collected watercraft condition information into the web-based master “Colorado” system.
- Assists with maintenance of equipment, inspection station, and station facility, to include but not limited to: cleaning public restrooms, picking up litter, and landscaping.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work Setting, including hazards:
- Work is approximately 80% field work and 20% office work.
- Field work is primarily conducted outdoors on land, sometimes independently in remote locations, occasionally during inclement weather, day and night, and must be able to seldomly lift equipment and building materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
Schedule:
- Work week is Sunday to Saturday. Schedule is dependent on when check stations are scheduled, often on weekends and holidays, 8 hours a day/40 hours a week. Work hours will occasionally exceed the daily and weekly hours.
- This position will be required to respond on short notice to infested AIS watercraft during non-scheduled hours.
Travel Requirements:
- This position may require travel throughout the state and overnight travel up to four (4) days at times.
Tools and Equipment:
- Safely transport and operate equipment including trailered electronic reader board, trailered hot-water pressure washer, and 1-ton 4x4 truck.
- Must be efficient in personal computers, smart phones, and I-Pads.
Customer Interactions:
- Interacts with the public at mandatory check stations for trailered watercraft and decontaminations of infested AIS watercraft.
- Occasionally confronted with citizens that are non-compliant or not cooperative.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or GED.
AND
- Three (3) months of natural resource related labor.
OR
- One (1) year as a Natural Resource Worker 1.
Please note: An equivalent combination of education/experience in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
License
- Valid driver’s license.
In addition to the above:
- Must be able to pass a background and criminal history check.
- Must be willing to be fingerprinted.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Fisheries, Wildlife Management, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or closely related field of study.
- One (1) year as a Natural Resource Worker 1.
Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.
In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.govand 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 NOTES:
On Monday August 9, 2021, Governor Inslee enacted Proclamation 21-14 which requires that all employees of all state agencies not headed by an elected official be fully vaccinated with a recommended COVID-19 vaccine by October 18, 2021 as a condition of employment. Fully vaccinated includes the two-week waiting period after the last shot in each series, or single shot, is given. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide verification of COVID vaccination. A list of acceptable documents to provide verification can be reviewed here: Vaccination acceptable documents link (Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)
The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s priority during the Covid-19 health crisis is to keep our staff, candidates, and the public safe. We are hiring and encourage you to apply to open positions. We have transitioned to a virtual recruitment process, to include web-based interviews.
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:
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 RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
- Subject line should 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 RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
- Subject line should 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. For further information, please contact us at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
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 may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.
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*Images shown are Pre-COVID, WDFW Staff follow current COVID Safety Protocol including the use of face masks.
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