AutoFish System Operator - Fish & Wildlife Bio 2 (In-Training)

AutoFish System Operator - Fish & Wildlife Bio 2 (In-Training)

• Analyzing coded wire tag data to determine contribution rates, allocation, brood-stock identification, and effect of mark selective fisheries
• Operating an automated/manual mass marking and coded wire tagging mobile wet lab at hatcheries statewide
• Overseeing up to 11 contract employees to perform coded wire tagging and/or mass marking
• Training new employees and providing hazard communication training and monitoring work product
• Assisting in teaching WDFW staff in proper tagging and marking techniques
• Planning, organizing, directing, and conducting coded wire tag experiments
• Ensuring scientific random sampling to obtain representative populations during tagging experiments
• Diagnosing and repairing problems with state-of-the-art automated marking/tagging mobile wet labs
• Monitoring work product and fish health to provide sound scientific results
• Analyzing coded wire tag recoveries to determine contribution rates, allocation, and escapement
• Compiling, QC’s and analyzing data
• Providing data and summary reports/analyses to the Bio 3 for review and distribution to the requesting unit
• Maintaining automated/manual coded wire tagging mobile wet labs
• Removing and repairing all mechanical devices once a year to ensure smooth operation during tagging and marking operations
• Re-calibrating video imaging system by removing and cleaning all optics and infra-red sensors
• Researching, developing and data analysis
• Improving data integrity, reporting and processes from the point of source
• Continual development and improvement of our CWT data tracking through multiple databases

• Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science
• One (1) year of professional experience in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science
• Valid driver’s license
• Knowledge of the coded wire tag system
• Knowledge and experience with all types of Electronic Coded Wire Tag Detectors
• Experience operating an automated or manual coded wire tagging/mass marking mobile wet lab
• Experience operating and maintaining Mark IV coded wire tag injectors
• Experience working in a salmon hatchery environment
• Experience supervising or directing employees
• Experience working independently and be self-motivated
• Experience working with hand tools for general repairs to mechanical devices
• Experience with data analysis leading to publication of research findings

• Medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance
• Flexible spending account for health care expenses
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care assistance
• Auto, boat, home, and renter insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement and Deferred Compensation
• Social Security and Medicare
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year
• Sick leave
• Vacation (Annual Leave)
• Military Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Additional Leave

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