Job Description
Salary: $25.47 Hourly
Location : Douglas, AK
Job Type: Long Term Nonperm
Job Number: 47643
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Opening Date: 10/08/2024
Closing Date: 10/29/2024 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 13
Job Description This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our to determine if you qualify. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 located in Douglas/Juneau! What you will be doing: The Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 for Southeast Alaska. This position is located in JuneauDouglas, Alaska.
This Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 is needed for wolf research projects in Southeast Alaska. This position will assist a research team with a variety of projects including but not limited to processing trail camera data, managing biological samples, entering data into databases, and assisting staff biologists in creating reports and data summaries. This position can anticipate work in an office and lab setting with occasional field work to collect data and samples. This is an advanced-level position that requires independent judgment and creativity operating under the general direction of a supervisor.
Our organization, mission, and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. This position supports the Division of Wildlife Conservation's mission to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Alaska's programs are built on the principles of conservative management, sound science, and habitat protection with policies that promote sustainability.
Benefits of joining our team: This position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professional wildlife biologists, technicians, and leaders in the field of wildlife research and management in beautiful Southeast Alaska. We value collaboration, communication, flexibility, and creativity.
The working conditions you can expect: This Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 is an On-Call Non-Permanent position located in JuneauDouglas, Alaska. Work will be scheduled as needed for the project. Most of the work will be conducted at the Douglas Island Building wildlife office space and laboratory. Field work will be conducted in environments typical of Southeast Alaska - coastal temperate rainforest, mountainous terrain, and wetlands. Travel to field sites may involve flying in small aircraft, boating, and hiking, and the field work will involve collecting and handling biological samples, and other data.
Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following desired strengths (All of these traits must be documented in your cover letter and applicant profile. If you do not have experience with one or more of these traits listed below, simply say so):
- Experience with entering and maintaining electronic records, and compiling data summaries, results, and reports.
- Familiarity with common data management software such as Microsoft Office products, and ArcGIS.
- Considerable knowledge of one or more Alaskan mammals including their behavior and habitats.
- Experience with conducting field work, including planning logistics, managing equipment and supplies, and collecting data in the field.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work in inclement weather conditions.
- Strong communication skills.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 please go to the following link: Special Note: A valid driver's license is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain: - CPR and First Aid training
Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or the equivalent.
AND
One year of experience as a journey level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 3.
OR
Four years of technical laboratory and/or field experience involving fish or wildlife research, management, or habitat protection; as a commercial fisher, guide, or trapper; or a subsistence hunter or fisher.
Substitutions: An additional six months of work experience involving fish, wildlife, outdoor manual labor, or in a laboratory may substitute for the high school graduation or equivalent.
Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries, wildlife or habitat protection may substitute for a maximum of two years of technical laboratory or field experience, involving fish or wildlife research, management, or habitat protection.
Special Requirements: Work may involve exposure to animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying, traveling by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs or chemicals. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents. Positions are often full-time but may be seasonal or temporary.
Special Note: "High school diploma equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a GED (general educational development); 2) completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3) acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4) highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.
Fields of study comparable to fisheries, wildlife or habitat protection include aquaculture, biology, ichthyology, microbiology, ornithology, and zoology.
Additional Required Information REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Please provide at time of application submission: - Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: - A list of three (3) professional references with current contact information.
- A copy of college transcripts if being used to substitute work experience (unofficial is accepted).
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required to apply for this position. The information included on a resume or CV must be supported by your application. Please attach your resume and/or CV to your application before submitting it online. If you're unable to attach a resume or CV to your application, it may be faxed or emailed to the hiring manager. Contact information is provided further down in the job posting.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application and if not then must be provided at the time of interview.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to
For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact Information For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Gretchen Roffler
Wildlife Biologist 3907-465-6195
gretchen.roffler@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes
typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits - Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
- The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits - Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
- Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits - Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
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Paid Leave & Other Benefits - Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
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Describe your experience performing data entry and management using systems such as Excel, or Access. Additionally, describe your experience with different types of data including observational data, biological samples, camera data, and location data. Your answer must be supported by your application.
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Describe your experience planning and conducting field work, collecting biological data, and operating boats and vehicles. If you have field work experience in Southeast Alaska, please include that detail in your answer. Your answer must be supported by your application.
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Describe your experience summarizing data in various formats such as tables, graphs, spreadsheets, charts, maps, reports, etc., using common software You answer must be supported by your application.
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