Description and Functions

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department seeks to hire a Biologist Technician - Fisheries in Green River, WY. This seasonal position will assist the Green River fisheries management crew with a creel survey being conducted on Flaming Gorge Reservoir (FGR) as well as assist with Lake Trout netting through August 2023.

Human Resource Contact: 777-4507 / Laura Curtis / 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.

• Duties will be variable but include collecting creel data from anglers at check stations, using gill nets to capture lake trout from FGR, data entry, and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to work well with the public and represent the WGFD in a professional manner.
• Biologist technicians may assist with watercraft inspection and decontamination in cooperation with the state's aquatic invasive species program.
• The ability to drive 4x4 vehicles, pull trailers, and operate motorboats will be required for these positions.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to those pursuing a career or degree in fisheries. This may include preference towards those with a high school degree plus experience in fish and wildlife resource management, research, or college course work towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, hydrology, watershed science, or other closely related fields.

**Important: Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume with their online state application. The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.

**Must have a valid driver's license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

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  Technicians must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision and also be able to work well with others on a small crew.
• These are field positions that require physical labor, such as hiking, wading, and carrying backpacks.
• Inclement weather may occur while conducting fieldwork.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment.
• This is a temporary position through August 2023.
• 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.
• Contact John Walrath, Regional Fisheries Biologist, at 307-875-3225 ext 8617, john.walrath@wyo.gov for additional information about the positions or application process. Please don’t send cover letters or resumes via email; those should be attached to the online application process.

Supplemental Information

040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

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.

Non Benefit Position