What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fish Technician II position at Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation?
Job Description
Job Description
Announcement #
2025-041
Issue Date : 02-20-25
Closing Date : 03-05-25
Fish Technician II (2) Two Positions
Fisheries Resource Management (FRM)
Department of Natural Resources
Hourly Wage : $15.74- $17.72 / Temporary / Full -Time
Location : Toppenish / As Assigned
Incumbent will assist in predation projects that protect salmonids from piscivorous fish and avian populations within the lower Yakima River, the Columbia River, and Columbia River tributaries. Work responsibilities includes a variety of semi-technical and semi-skilled tasks relating to fisheries research and management including : 1) operating rafts, boats, firearms, pyrotechnics, and electrofishing equipment safely in the field; 2) ability to work independently and work well with others 3) effectively communicate projects status with supervisor, staff, and the local public. All field work is conducted within the watersheds of Yakama Nation ceded lands and usual and accustomed areas.
Examples of Work Performed :
Assist avian hazing and depredation activities including the use of pyrotechnics, lasers, firearms, and other equipment.
Assist fish assemblage research and removal of non-native piscivorous fish populations which requires a keen awareness and understanding of river safety as well as the safe operation of backpack, raft, or jet boat electrofishing equipment.
Safety, accurately and efficiency collect field data and assist with data entry.
Works productively alongside Yakama Nation field and support staff and assist other Yakama Nation projects that support Fisheries Program goals.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Ability to identify salmonids and other native / non-native fish in the Yakima & Columbia Rivers.
Ability to identify piscivorous bird's species residing in the Yakima and Columbia Rivers.
Must be hard working, self-motivated, and willing to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to understand and communicate project goals and tribal culture and values.
Ability to perform physical labor and work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
Ability to travel overnight throughout the middle Columbia River Basin if work requires.
Ability to use standard Microsoft Office programs (i.e., Word, Excel, etc.).
Knowledge of general fishery field methodologies (i.e., electrofishing, PIT tagging, etc.).
Minimum Requirements :
Pass a firearms safety and proficiency training and the ability to possess and operate a firearm.
Must pass a pre-employment background check with no recent fish or wildlife convictions.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Preferred Requirements :
Experience lethally removing piscivorous birds using firearms in the Yakima or Columbia Rivers and / or experience hunting migratory or upland birds.
Two years of experience as a Fish Technician I or similar professional position.
Experience using jet boat, raft, and backpack electrofishing equipment for salmonid research.
Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Salary : $16 - $18
