Northern Leopard Frog Technician – Scientific Technician 2 – 2 Openings – Seasonal – *00253-24

TWO (2) OPENINGS
FULL-TIME/CAREER SEASONAL
NORTHERN LEOPARD FROG TECHNICIAN
SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN 2

Wildlife Program
Ephrata, Washington – Grant County 

Season Length: 6 months
 April 1 – September 30 

Be a vital team member in the Northern Leopard Frog Recovery Project and support conservation of an endangered species. 

Envision yourself actively contributing to reintroduction initiatives, habitat management, and comprehensive surveys for the Northern Leopard Frog population at all life stages.

Picture yourself in the field, 

Performing visual encounter surveys for Northern Leopard Frog on reintroduction sites and native sites.

This is an opportunity,

To collect biological samples for ongoing research in genetics, disease, and monitoring.

With your amphibian knowledge and experience, 

Safely handle amphibians while taking measurements and recording data.

We are seeking candidates, 

Who model WDFW values: Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

Duties:

Some of what our Northern Leopard Frog Technician will enjoy doing, 

Conduct Northern Leopard Frog field work: 

• Perform Northern Leopard Frog call surveys.
• Assist with Northern Leopard Frog egg mass surveys and collection.
• Assist with Northern Leopard Frog transport at all life stages.
• Monitor Northern Leopard Frogs in all life stages that are held in enclosures.
• Conduct wetland habitat assessment surveys.
• Provide direction to volunteers during field surveys.
• Conduct funnel trap surveys to inventory species in wetlands.
• Assist with bullfrog removal/euthanasia.
• Use radiotelemetry and other equipment to track amphibians, often in wet, hot, and buggy conditions.

Data management: 

• Organize, enter, and edit field data in spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel.
• Enter and manipulate spatial data with use of GPS units and GIS software (ArcGIS, ArcOnline, Survey123 mobile app).

Infrastructure and equipment maintenance:

• Construction or repair of pre-release and in situ enclosures with the use of hand tools.
• Minor equipment repairs and maintenance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work Setting, including hazards:
  • The majority of the work will occur outdoors (80%) and during inclement weather conditions (below freezing in the winter – 90+ degrees during the summer).
  • Fieldwork includes frequent heavy lifting of field equipment such as coolers, t-posts/fencing materials, and enclosure materials (up to 40lbs). Walk up to six (6) miles a day in rough terrain.
  • Will bend, stoop, and work while wearing waders and other wetland field gear, and be in areas with large populations of biting insects.
  • Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.
• Schedule:
  • Typically, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Position has an irregular work schedule which will include early mornings, night shifts, and occasionally weekends.
• Travel Requirements:
  • Infrequent, but may be needed to assist with Northern Leopard Frog transfer.
• Tools and Equipment:
  • Hand tools, 4×4 pickup trucks, and all-terrain vehicle (ATV) operation.
• Customer Interactions:
  • Regularly interact with project partners, volunteers, students, and occasional field encounters with the public.

Qualifications:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two (2) years of experience in a wildlife related field.

OR

• Equivalent education/experience.

Certifications/Licenses: 

• Valid Driver’s License.

Please Note: 

• Professional and volunteer experience involving biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural resources, engineering, or closely allied fields may substitute, year for year, for experience.
• College course work 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to those required qualifications, our ideal applicant will also have some or all of the following:

Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, environmental science, or biology.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities: 

• Independently utilize GIS software (working knowledge level).
• Strong interest in herpetology and herpetological field techniques.
• Interest and desire to conserve endangered and/or rare non-game species.

Experience: 

• Six (6) months or more of wildlife survey experience, data collection, and GPS use.
• Six (6) months or more experience in capturing and handling wildlife and biological sample collection.
• Handling amphibians and/or other herpetofauna.
• As a crew or team leader and being comfortable in large groups.
• Using all-terrain vehicles (ATV).

Supplemental Information:

Please note: Failure to follow the instructions below may lead to disqualification.

Experience and education selected, listed, and detailed in the Supplemental Questions must be verifiable in the application.

In order to successfully apply for this position, you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (Generic cover letter will not be accepted).
• A current resume.
• Three professional references.

IMPORTANT NOTE: 

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link:  https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

JOIN THE WDFW TEAM:

Learn about our agency and the perks of working for WDFW!

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of Accountability, Service, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Empathy (ASPIRE).

WDFW employees may be eligible for the following:

Medical/Dental/Vision for employee & dependent(s), Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), Vacation, Sick, and other Leave*, 11 Paid Holidays per year*, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Tuition Waiver, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation Programs, Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), Employee Assistance Program, Commute Trip Reduction Incentives (Download PDF reader), Combined Fund Drive, SmartHealth.

UNION – WAFWP:

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:

To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE: 

To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at Elizabeth.Bullard@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.

Note: Please blackout any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers. 

As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.   Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife 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.  

Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone at 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov  or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

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