Spawning Ground Surveyor & Trap Technician - Scientific Technician 2-Non-Perm-7 Openings -2026-05207

Spawning Ground Surveyor & Trap Technician Classification: Scientific Technician 2 Job Status: Full-Time – Non-Permanent Number of Vacancies: Seven (7) Anticipated Appointment Length: Varied (4 months to 7 months) Duty Station: Region 5 – Multiple Locations - Lewis County What to Expect Install, operate, maintain, and remove adult fish monitoring weirs, traps, and associated equipment, including conducting electrofishing operations. Capture, identify, count, handle, tag/mark, and transport live and deceased adult and juvenile salmonids. Collect biological data from live adult fish and fish carcasses. Collect data in rivers by snorkeling to identify, count and collect fish, as well as deploy, inspect, and maintain field sampling equipment. Enter and manage biological data using established spreadsheets and databases at field stations and remote field locations. Conduct creel surveys by interviewing boat and shore anglers on the lower Cowlitz River. Perform adult salmonid spawning ground and carcass surveys on the lower Cowlitz River and its tributaries and the Toutle and Green Rivers and their tributaries. Use GPS equipment to mark redd locations. Collect broodstock for established enhancement and hatchery programs. Conduct biological sampling and data collection of broodstock at hatchery facilities. Working Conditions Approximately 90% of the time in a fieldwork environment with exposure to inclement weather and often wet, slippery footing. Walk and hike up to six miles per day including climbing up and down steep stream banks. Lift large fish carcasses up to 30 lbs and carry loads up to 30 pounds short distances over rough terrain. May involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating and performing duties related to water environments. Schedule 24/7 non-scheduled (Sunday – Saturday) or Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week depending on position. Travel Requirements Daily travel to and from field locations is required. Little to no overnight travel. Tools and Equipment Hand and carpentry tools, gaffs, machetes, winches and pulleys, 4x4 vehicles, boat and motors, GPS units. Customer Interactions Interact with the public, personnel from other state agencies, and local landowners. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Option 1: Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science and two years of experience as a Scientific Technician 1. Option 2: Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science and two years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a biologist, chemist, or zoologist. Professional and volunteer experience involving biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural resources, engineering, or closely allied fields may substitute, year for year, for experience. College coursework involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely allied field will substitute, year for year, for experience, provided the course work includes at least six semester or nine quarter hours of natural science classes. Valid Driver’s License. Preferred Qualifications Identifying salmonids, both adult and juvenile forms. Identifying salmonid redds. Fish marking/tagging techniques and protocols. Fishery monitoring and sampling. Basic functions in Microsoft Excel and Access. Coded wire tag (CWT) and passive integrated transponder (PIT) tag detector operation. Operating handheld GPS and data logger devices. Application Requirements A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements. An up-to-date resume. A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate. At least three professional references with current contact information. Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Veterans only – attach a copy of your DD214, NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter. Please redact any personally identifiable information such as social security numbers. Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran). Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer WDFW 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. Request an Accommodation Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Technical Difficulties If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at View phone number on click.appcast.io or contact View email address on click.appcast.io. 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