AIS Lead Technician 2024-01175

SALARY

$22.96 Hourly

JOB TYPE

Temporary Full-time

JOB NUMBER

2024-01175

DEPARTMENT

Game & Fish Commission

DIVISION

Fish

OPENING DATE

06/13/2024

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

JOB CLASSIFICATION

ATTP99

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire an Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Crew Lead in Newcastle. This is a five-month temporary position that will assist the Regional AIS specialists with implementing the state’s aquatic invasive species program. The successful applicant will help oversee the daily operations of watercraft inspection stations located in Newcastle.

Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@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.

• Conduct watercraft inspections and decontamination.
• Provide technical support to AIS watercraft inspectors including onsite training, decision-making, and scheduling.
• Provide outreach and education to the public on the Department’s aquatic invasive species program.
• Help oversee the daily operations and day-to-day logistics of the AIS check station in the absence of the Specialist. Oversee AIS data entry, and quality control and ensure AIS inspectors are keeping up on data entry.
• Oversee the organization and maintenance of equipment including decontamination units, vehicles, sampling gear, and tablets.
• Assist the AIS Specialist with the implementation of outreach activities and AIS monitoring in streams, lakes, and reservoirs.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES: 

• Preference may be given to those with a high school degree and experience related to fish and wildlife resource management.
• Preference may be given to those with college coursework towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, or other closely related field.
• Preference may be given to those with 2-3 years of work experience in aquatic invasive species, or fisheries management.
• Preference may be given to those with customer service experience.
• Preference may be given to those with experience in the operation of watercraft, 4×4 vehicles, and/or hauling trailers.

**Must have a valid driver’s license.
**Positions require completion of the inspector training course and certification provided by the Department.

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Must be able to work well independently and with others.
• Must be able to make on-the-ground decisions with limited information in the absence of the Specialist.
• Requires attention to detail, effective oral communication, and public relations skills.
• Familiarity with Wyoming AIS laws and regulations is desired but not essential.
• Requires flexible schedule and work up to 12 hours per day or split shifts.
• Experience in fish and wildlife-related work is desired but not essential.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Weekend and holiday work will be required.

NOTES: 

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment.  The tentative starting date is July 1, 2024.
• Uniforms and other necessary gear will be provided when in the field.
• Please include a cover letter when submitting the state application. The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.
• CONTACT: For more information regarding this position, contact Josh Leonard, AIS Coordinator at 307-721-1374.

Supplemental Information
Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

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.