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State of Washington - Other, WA

posted 23 days ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Other, WA
Administration of Economic Programs

About the position

This senior-level position provides field leadership for hydroacoustic monitoring and stock assessment on the Skagit River, supporting critical conservation work aimed at preserving wild fish populations. The Hydroacoustic Monitoring and Stock Assessment Lead will lead field work, stock assessment and monitoring, including stock assessment surveys and biological sampling of anadromous salmonids and other fish species. Responsibilities include maintaining in-river hydroacoustic systems, leading data QA/QC processes, organizing spawning ground surveys, and supporting fisheries monitoring.

Responsibilities

  • Lead stock assessment surveys and biological sampling of anadromous salmonids and other fish species.
  • Recognize emergent issues that may affect survey safety or integrity and plan or adjust schedules accordingly.
  • Hike, wade, or boat sections of the Skagit basin and independent tributaries, navigating difficult terrain in moving water regardless of weather conditions.
  • Record and enumerate observations of redds, fish species, and survey conditions.
  • Keep supervisor informed daily about status of work projects and emerging issues.
  • Organize and review hydroacoustic imagery data.
  • Record and review test fishery data.
  • Record and review stock assessment data pertaining to field surveys and biological data collection.
  • Perform final data QA/QC and collation across projects.
  • Organize and archive raw data into prescribed electronic or written form.
  • Follow, maintain, and provide updates when necessary to established protocols for hydroacoustic gear operation, data review, and field safety.
  • Train other technicians on hydroacoustic equipment, data review, and field safety protocols.
  • Ensure hydroacoustic data collection adheres to study design, methods, and procedures.
  • Maintain daily log of field activities.
  • Serve as point person for communication with the public while in the field.
  • Assist with weekly species composition test fishing efforts, including tagging and biological sampling of adult salmonids.
  • Lead maintenance, preparation, and service of all field equipment, including hydroacoustic gear, trucks, boats and trailers, exposure gear, scanners/detectors, safety equipment, and other equipment as assigned.
  • Assist with purchasing of field supplies.
  • Maintain up-to-date inventory of field supplies.

Requirements

  • Graduation from high school or GED, including one (1) year of high school science and four (4) years of experience as a Scientific Technician.
  • Or graduation from high school or GED, including one (1) year of high school science and four (4) years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a health or safety professional, biologist, chemist, or zoologist.
  • Valid Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience deploying and maintaining hydroacoustic monitoring gear, such as split-beam or multi-beam systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access software programs; experience with R is a plus.
  • Three (3) years of experience conducting spawning ground surveys for salmon and/or steelhead.
  • Experience trailering and operating small (less than 25') motorboats.
  • Experience identifying, handling, and biologically sampling fishes, preferably including adult salmonids.

Benefits

  • Pay and special employee programs.
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Union representation by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
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