ATTP99-2024-00532-Aquatic Invasive Specialist (AIS) Technician-Statewide

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ATTP99-2024-00532-Aquatic Invasive Specialist (AIS) Technician-Statewide

Salary

$18.71 Hourly

Location

Statewide, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2024-00532

Department

040-Game & Fish

Opening Date

04/03/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

Description and Functions

 



Open Until Filled

 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 


The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire nineteen (19) Aquatic Invasive Species Technicians throughout the state. These positions range in duration from 4 to 6 months. Technicians will inspect watercraft at key locations around the state in an effort to prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic invasive species and participate in outreach and education efforts to inform the general public about the impacts of aquatic invasive species.

Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana / alice.saldana2@wyo.gov

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.


  • Duties include conducting watercraft inspections and decontamination.
  • Interview boaters at watercraft check stations.
  • Provide outreach information and assistance to the boating public.
  • Water quality and invasive species sampling, data entry, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications


PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: 


Preference will be given to those with a high school degree and customer service experience. Preference will be given to those with experience related to fish and wildlife resource management, or college coursework towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, ichthyology, or other closely related field.
Preference may be given to candidates with experience in the operation of watercraft, 4x4 vehicles, and/or hauling trailers.
 
**Must have a valid driver's license.
 

KNOWLEDGE: 
 

  • Must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision and also able to work well with others on a crew.
  • Requires flexible schedule and work up to 12 hours per day or split shifts.
  • Requires effective communication and public relations skills in daily interactions with the public.
  • Ability to enter and manage data using various devices.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 


See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: 
 

  • Weekend and holiday work will be required.
  • Some positions may require extended stays (4 days) in campers at various statewide locations.
  • Positions require completion of the inspector training course and certification provided by the Department.

NOTES: 
 

  • FLSA: Non-exempt
  • Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment.
  • The tentative starting date is May 16, 2024, for most positions. Certain locations have flexibility in start/end dates anywhere from mid-April through late November.
  • Locations include Afton, Alpine, Beulah, Casper, Cheyenne, Cody, Evanston, Frannie, Glendo, Green River, Kemmerer, Keyhole, Laramie, Manville, Newcastle, Sheridan and Torrington.
  • Department lodging may be provided for nights between shifts in select locations.
  • Please attach a cover letter to the online state application. The cover letter should include career plans, suitability for the job, as well as dates of availability (starting and ending dates are particularly important).
  • CONTACT: For more information regarding these positions, contact Josh Leonard, AIS Coordinator, 307-721-1374, joshua.leonard@wyo.gov.
 

Supplemental Information


040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm 

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.  
 
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version. 

Non Benefit Position

01
(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
  • Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
  • Associate's Degree
  • Associate's Degree and additional coursework
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree and additional coursework
  • Master's Degree
  • Master's Degree and additional coursework
  • Doctorate Degree
  • Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
  • None of the Above
02
(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)
  • 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
  • 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
  • 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
  • 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
  • 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
  • N/A
03
Do you have experience related to fish and wildlife resource management, or college course work towards a degree in fishery or wildlife management, or other closely related field?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
05
Do you have Customer Service experience?
  • Yes
  • No
06
Describe your Customer Service experience.
07
Do you have experience in the operation of watercraft, 4x4 vehicles, and/or hauling trailers?
  • Yes
  • No
08
Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
09
Please specify which location(s) you wish to be considered for:
  • Laramie
  • Afton
  • Alpine
  • Beulah
  • Casper
  • Cheyenne
  • Cody
  • Evanston
  • Frannie
  • Glendo
  • Green River
  • Kemmerer
  • Keyhole
  • Manville
  • Newcastle
  • Sheridan
  • Torrington
10
(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
  • Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
  • Indeed
  • LinkedIn
  • Zip Recruiter
  • Wyoming Workforce Center
  • Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
  • Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
  • Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
  • Career Fair
  • Human Resources Division
  • Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
  • Current State Employee
  • Other
11
(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
12
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
13
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am not a veteran
14
(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
  • Current State Employee
  • Veteran - DD214 Attached
  • Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
  • Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
  • None of the above
15
(A) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency
State of Wyoming
Address
See Human Resource Contact Information in the
General Description Section for questions RE Post
Statewide, Wyoming, 82002