Fisheries-Fish Buy Assistant

Position Summary Helping the Fish Buying Coordinator with all aspects of the job. Responsibilities Helps oversee buying of fish from Tribal members at station and ensures that Tribal Member fishers have proper identification (i.e., fishing cards, updated stickers, no helpers cards accepted). Makes sure ice is always available for the buying station and fishers as needed. Contact Tribal Enforcement if there are any problems. Responsible for grading fish purchased from fishermen. Maintains coolers and freezers as needed. Sets up and maintains fish buying station. Performs other duties as assigned. Drive truck to and from the buying station to get ice and deliver fish. Drive a forklift. All fish that are not being sold to the buyer will be put on the fish ticket take‑home section. Qualifications Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three months related experience and/or training are required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Intermediate computer skills in Word and Excel required to assist with records maintenance. Language Skills Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Mathematical Skills Ability to keep track of the fish tickets, keep track of the number of fish, and keep accurate weights. Reasoning Ability Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Licenses or Certificates Must have and keep a current Fish Buying License from NWIFC/ Puyallup Tribe. Must have valid state driver’s license and proof of insurance. Must pass a criminal background check. Other Skills and Abilities Ability to work with all personalities in a diversified setting. Physical Demands Requires the ability to operate a typewriter, personal computer, multi-line telephone, calculator, facsimile and photocopier. Requires the ability to read, write, communicate, and interpret information accurately in English. Requires the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate work. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The noise level is moderate. The physical exertion is moderate. Work is performed in an outdoor setting. There are frequent employee contacts and interruptions during the day. Salary & Benefits Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information, call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package that includes employer paid medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharing, paid holidays, and paid time off including birthday leave. EEO Statement Native American preference applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job‑related factors. Because of the large number of applications received and limited job positions, your application will not guarantee employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Puyallup Tribe