Natural Resources Technician I/II (KK-47681)

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • Coulee City, WA

1d • $20 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Non-Exempt position that falls within the Natural Resources Technician series. The Wildlife Health Technician works within the Wildlife Division in Nespelem, Washington and supports critical efforts in monitoring and managing wildlife disease for the lands under Tribal authority including the South Half, North Half, and Aboriginal Territories. This position assists in the detection, prevention, and mitigation of diseases affecting wildlife populations. This is a term-position and currently funded for approximately 6 months (depending on salary determination). Unless additional funding is received, this position will not continue after the original funding depletes.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and a satisfactory work history (for Technician I).
• High School Diploma or GED and 36 months progressively responsible experience equivalent to the Technician I or equivalent level, related to wildlife, agriculture, natural resource management or other closely related field (for Technician II).
• An Associate’s degree in Natural Resources Management, Wildlife Management, Agriculture, or other closely related field will substitute for related work experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ vehicle insurance and maintain throughout employment.
• Driving record must qualify for a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operators Identification card.
• Requires background clearance (Tribal, State) and maintain clearance throughout employment.
• Knowledge of general principles and procedures of biological data collection, wildlife management, food and habits of wildlife species, wildlife and habitat ecology, and livestock husbandry.
• Skill of attention to detail and experience using hand and power tools, and proper care and maintenance of tools.
• Sufficient knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• 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.
• Ability to understand complicated directions and be able to find locations in the field based on those directions.
• Ability to effectively read a map and use GPS tools in the field.
• Ability to work with sickly or dead animals that may be in differing levels of cleanliness and/or decay.
• Ability to work with multiple types of wildlife including: big game species, bats, rodents, carnivores, birds/waterfowl, etc.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to achieve results, goals, and objectives on time.
• Ability to effectively handle adverse situations, making appropriate decisions, working calmly, and accurately.
• Ability to use field equipment involved in the capture and handling of wildlife.
• Ability to communicate effectively to the general public, other co-workers and crew.
• Ability to follow applicable regulations and standards to maintain a safe work environment.
• Ability to use near vision to read printed materials.
• Auditory ability to carry on conversations in person and over the phone.
• Manual and finger dexterity to write, use a pointing device and keyboard at an acceptable rate that meets department deadlines and accuracy standards, operate microcomputer, and use other standardized office equipment, almost constantly requiring repetitive motions.
• Ability to sit or stand for considerable periods of time (hours).
• Ability to work a variable schedule, including: long days, evenings, early mornings, holidays, and weekends as the work dictates.
• Ability to travel for meetings, training and conference participation as necessary.
• Ability and willingness to accommodate a flexible schedule with changes on short-notice.
• Ability to repetitively lift up to 50 lbs. and carry up to 45 lbs. while hiking in steep terrain.
• Requires travel away from duty station to conduct field work.
• Ability to work and drive in adverse weather conditions and rough terrain, sometimes in remote locations in all kinds of weather.
• Excellent physical condition and will be expected to pull, push, or lift heavy objects performing tasks on variable and slippery terrain in all weather conditions.
• This may require working alone in these situations.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Supports critical efforts in monitoring and managing wildlife disease for the lands under Tribal authority including the South Half, North Half, and Aboriginal Territories.
• Assists in the detection, prevention, and mitigation of diseases affecting wildlife populations.
• Maintaining and cleaning vehicles and trailers.
• Cleaning the lab and related workspaces.
• Preparing diagnostic specimens and sampling supplies for packaging and shipping.
• Collecting biological samples suitable to be sent in for disease (or other) testing.
• Operating equipment, including hand and power tools and sampling gear, safely and effectively.
• Safely operate and maintain project equipment such as 4-wheel drive vehicle, ATV, tractors, farm implements, chainsaw, and power equipment.
• Safely operate trucks and trailers; backing up, loading, and unloading equipment off the trailers.
• Reminding others of safety practices to minimize the likelihood of accidents.
• Organize and prioritize work to achieve results, goals and objectives on time.
• Effective handle adverse situations, making appropriate decisions, working calmly and accurately.
• Work effectively in a multi-cultural environment as a team member in a pleasant and efficient manner.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED