Yakima Basin Habitat Technician III-YKFP

Yakima Basin Habitat Technician IIIYakima, Klickitat Fisheries Project (YKFP)Department of Natural ResourcesHourly Wage: $18.23/Regular/Full-TimeLocation: ToppenishIs responsible for assisting in all facets of implementing habitat restoration in the ceded lands of the Yakima watershed. Specific duties include coordination with Yakama Nation Bookkeepers, state, local, and federal agencies, and other Yakama Nation DNR programs to ensure that projects are implemented on schedule. This position will complete general restoration work and re-vegetation projects, build and repair fences, collect habitat data, assist with cultural surveys, and support various fish culturist activities. Fieldwork in adverse weather conditions will be required at times.Examples of Work Performed:Build and maintain livestock enclosure fences.Control invasive weeds through herbicide application or by mowing and mechanical removal.Harvest trees larger than 8" Diameter at Breast Height following prescriptions for forest health and to improve wildlife habitat.Improve instream habitat complexity by placing large coniferous trees with manual and power tools, including grip hoists, chainsaw, and tractor skid winches.Assist Yakama Nation Archaeologist in collecting cultural resources data to support habitat restoration projects. Tasks include creating maps, downloading, and uploading GPS points, data entry, and conducting pedestrian surveys and shovel test excavation.Conduct stream habitat surveys and complete data entry using Microsoft Excel.Collect and plant live stakes and container plants for re-vegetation projects. Other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of standard fisheries principles and procedures assigned. Knowledge and skill in operating equipment and tools used in fisheries work.Knowledge of safety guidelines associated with work assignments.Strong interpersonal skills.Ability and proven track record in communicating about multiple projects with project leads and meet goals and deadlines.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to learn basic ArcGIS and Microsoft Excel.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.Minimum Requirements:High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Two years of experience as a Yakima Basin Habitat Technician II or equivalent level in natural resources field work required.Physically able to work in remote areas under a wide range of weather conditions. Must obtain a private herbicide applicator license within one year of employment.Due to the nature of work, employee shall adhere to protection of confidential information.Must obtain CDL License within one year of employment.Must pass a pre-employment background check.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:Record of college courses in fisheries science or closely related field.Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.