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What you will be doing:
The Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 for Southeast Alaska. This position will be located in Juneau\Douglas or Ketchikan, Alaska.

This Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 is needed for a variety of management and research projects throughout Southeast Alaska. This position will be providing data collection, data entry, field preparation, equipment management and address office needs such as issuing permits, sealing animals and answer questions from the public. This position will have extended field travel and significant time conducting low-level flying aerial surveys. This is an advanced-level position that requires independent judgment and creativity operating under the general direction of a supervisor.

Our organization, mission, and culture:
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. This position supports the Division of Wildlife Conservation’s mission to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Alaska’s programs are built on the principles of conservative management, sound science, and habitat protection with policies that promote sustainability.

Benefits of joining our team:
This position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professional wildlife biologists, technicians, and leaders in the field of wildlife management in beautiful Southeast, AK. We value collaboration, communication, flexibility, and creativity. There are many world-class outdoor opportunities between Juneau and Ketchikan such as boating, hiking, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and scuba diving.

The working conditions you can expect:
This Fish and Wildlife Technician 4 will be located in either Juneau\Douglas or Ketchikan, Alaska. Field work includes spending extended time in a coastal temperate rainforest, flying in small aircraft, boating, handling large mammals, collecting biological samples, and other data. The majority of time in town is spent interacting with the public, responding to wildlife calls, analyzing data, and writing reports. The Juneau/Douglas and Ketchikan office is shared with other divisions and organized in an open layout to promote collaboration and communication.

• Requires travel within Alaska (up to 10 weeks each year).

Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will possess some or all of the following desired strengths (All of these traits must be documented in your resume and application. If you do not have experience with one or more of these traits listed below, simply say so:

• Considerable knowledge of one or more Alaskan mammals including their behavior and habitats.
• Experience using laboratory equipment for the purpose of practicing research.
• Experience with coordinating field work such as procurement, managing equipment and supplies, and providing logistical support to the field crew.
• Ability to design, adapt and apply physical and biological data collection techniques and diagnostic testing.
• Ability to conduct aerial surveys while writing and working radio telemetry and GPS equipment.
• Ability to design and format logs for data collection and perform initial analysis of data from observations. Also, make recommendations, including writing memorandums and correspondence.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in inclement weather conditions.

Special Note:

• A valid driver's license is required.
• Requires the use of firearms and safety training.

Must be able to obtain and maintain:

• Wildlife Chemical Immobilization Certification (Controlled Substance Act; US Code Title 21; CFR 1300).
• Wildlife Capture and Handling Certification (Animal Welfare Act; Title 7, chapter 54 section 2131-2157; CFR Title 9, chapter 1).
• CPR and First Aid training
• Requires the ability to pass firearms safety training and legally carry a firearm for wildlife safety.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or the equivalent.
AND
One year of experience as a journey level fish and wildlife technician or aide. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to Fish and Wildlife Technician 3.
OR
Four years of technical laboratory and/or field experience involving fish or wildlife research, management, or habitat protection; as a commercial fisher, guide, or trapper; or a subsistence hunter or fisher.

Substitutions:
An additional six months of work experience involving fish, wildlife, outdoor manual labor, or in a laboratory may substitute for the high school graduation or equivalent.
Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries, wildlife or habitat protection may substitute for a maximum of two years of technical laboratory or field experience, involving fish or wildlife research, management, or habitat protection.

Special Requirements:
Work may involve exposure to animals, insects, inclement weather, low level flying, traveling by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs or chemicals. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents. Positions are often full-time but may be seasonal or temporary.

Special Note:
"High school diploma equivalent" means one of the following: 1) a GED (general educational development); 2) completion of any basic adult education course equivalent to 480 class hours (16 weeks at 30 course hours per week); 3) acceptance in full standing by an accredited college or university; or 4) highest grade of school completed plus an amount of paid or volunteer experience that totals 12 years.

Fields of study comparable to fisheries, wildlife or habitat protection include aquaculture, biology, ichthyology, microbiology, ornithology, and zoology.

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Please provide at time of application submission:

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

A resume or curriculum vitae (CV) is required to apply for this position. The information included on a resume or CV must be supported by your application. Please attach your resume and/or CV to your application before submitting it online. If you’re unable to attach a resume or CV to your application, it may be faxed or emailed to the hiring manager. Contact information is provided further down in the job posting.

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

• A list of three (3) professional references with current contact information.
• A copy of college transcripts if being used to substitute work experience (unofficial is accepted).

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS
For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.

FIREARMS
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

Multiple Location Posts
The location of this position is currently in Juneau/Douglas. The position may be located in Ketchikan, dependent upon the location of the most qualified candidate.

EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.

WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE
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WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to recruitment.services@alaska.gov.

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Contact Information

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under Alaska Care Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year