Shellfish Technical Specialist 2

SQUAXIN ISLAND TRIBE•Shelton, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-skilled duties and assists with technical fieldwork for the shellfish program. Serves as the primary clam dig monitor and as an experienced journey-level technician. At times, supervises Shellfish Technical Specialist 1 employees in the field when a Biologist is not present. The role includes monitoring tribal commercial shellfish harvests on variable schedules, conducting surveys and data collection, supporting clam enhancement and geoduck activities, and operating and maintaining departmental boats. Work may occur at any hour, including nights, and throughout the year.

Requirements

Associate of Arts degree and one year of natural resources or related experience; or high school diploma/GED and three years of natural resources or related experience. Coursework in fisheries, biology, or a related field may substitute for experience.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts and apply basic algebra and geometry concepts.
Ability to understand and carry out written, oral, or diagram-form instructions and solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to communicate regularly via email and Microsoft Teams.
Ability to use FieldMaps and GIS software and programs.
Washington State Driver’s License.
CPR certification, or ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
Washington State boater’s license, or ability to obtain it within three months of hire.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 40 pounds regularly or frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally, along with standing, walking, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating a boat.
Experience in shellfish work.

Responsibilities

Monitor tribal commercial shellfish harvests, including during variable evening hours.
Adhere to a set schedule, including variable hours, and arrive on time for shifts.
Work independently by executing tasks, managing time, and solving problems without constant supervision.
Interact and communicate regularly with the public to resolve issues and provide service.
Perform clam surveys, data entry, and analysis.
Organize, inventory, and secure departmental equipment, tools, and supplies.
Operate and maintain departmental boats used for shellfish program activities during day or night hours and year-round.
Assist with environmental data collection for shellfish and Natural Resources programs.
Participate in clam enhancement activities, including predator net installation and maintenance, graveling, seeding, and ground maintenance.
Collect data for intertidal clam and geoduck population surveys.
Assist with topside diving operations, including geoduck sample collection and population surveys.
Supervise Shellfish Technical Specialist 1 employees in the field when a Biologist is not present.
Perform other Natural Resources-related work required by department programs.