Native Aquatics Technician I
Opening date: Jan. 23, 2024
Closing date: March 1, 2024
Salary: $15.18–$16.76 per hour
Location: Springville, UT
Time frame: Approximately March 11 to June 30, 2024 (or later)
Positions available: 1–2
Housing: Not provided
The Utah Department of Natural Resources, Division of Wildlife Resources, has full-time (40 hours per week) seasonal positions (no benefits) available in Springville, Utah. This appointment will last from mid-March through June 2024, with a possible extension until the beginning of October 2024.
Job duties
This position is primarily tasked with assisting the DWR’s native aquatics biologist with the surveying, monitoring, and conservation of Utah’s aquatic species of greatest conservation need.
Primary duties include:
- Assisting with population monitoring, distribution surveys, and conservation projects to benefit Utah’s native aquatic species including the Columbia spotted frog, boreal toad, least chub, southern leatherside chub, mollusks, and other aquatic species of greatest conservation need
- Assisting with conducting stream, spring and pond surveys using various sampling methods, including backpack electrofishing, seining, minnow traps, pit tagging, visual encounter surveys and snorkel surveys
- Assisting with habitat restoration and conservation projects
- Assisting with the collection, identification and curation of aquatic species
- Collecting, entering and analyzing data
- Participating in public outreach and citizen scientist projects
- Maintaining equipment and sampling gear
- May also assist the DWR’s June sucker biologist, sportfish biologists or other aquatics staff with sampling, restoration or outreach activities, as needed
Job requirements and skills
Applicants must be 18 years or older, have a valid driver’s license at the time of employment and must successfully pass a criminal history background check upon hire. Applicants should have the ability to work independently and follow written and verbal instructions.
Preference may be given to applicants who have prior fisheries/aquatics experience, outdoor experience or water experience. Preference may also be given to applicants who currently have or are in the process of obtaining a related degree.
Knowledge of aquatic sampling methods, aquatic species identification, data management and public outreach skills are desired.
Other
Applicants must be willing to conduct fieldwork for an extended period of time in a variety of weather conditions. Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach and lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time. The typical work schedule is Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day. Occasional overnight, Friday or weekend work may be requested.
Applications
Interested applicants may apply by emailing a seasonal application, resume/CV, references and optional cover letter explaining your interest in this position to:
Kaitlyn Purington
1115 N. Main St.
Springville, UT 84663
801-698-1785
kpurington@utah.gov
DNR complies with the ADA. Hearing-impaired employees who wish for further information regarding this announcement may call the DNR TTY number at 801-538-7458. Disabled employees who desire reasonable accommodation in the interview process should contact the DNR Human Resources Office at 385-315-2834.
People and culture expectation
The successful applicant(s) will be expected to uphold the Division’s values of integrity, professionalism, accountability, teamwork and cooperation. The behaviors they embrace should set an example of professional and personal respect. Seasonal employees are expected to actively promote a workplace free of discrimination and harassment, as well as make good faith efforts to understand people as unique individuals with diverse life experiences, challenges and opportunities.