Fisheries Technician
Division: Environment Division, Water Resources Program
Salary: $10.85 - 16.52
Status: Full-time, six months temporary
Deadline: Enniskó:wa/March 22, 2013
Description of Position:
Under the direction of the program manager and the lead technician the Fisheries Technician (Tech) assists with fish collection from Akwesasne waters. The Tech will assist with gill nets, seine nets, electro fishing, and other means to collect fish resources for the purposes of species identification, population assessment, and contaminant analysis. The Tech will also assist with other fisheries management related issues such as public outreach and education. The Tech is a 40‐hr per week temporary position with the Water Resources Program of the Environment Division. The term of this position is 6 months. Salary is linked to demonstrated qualifications.
Primary Duties (combination of the following):
- Assist with deployment and retrieval of gills nets
- Seine fish from wadeable rivers and streams
- Assist with fisheries population assessment (species identification, record data)
- Use fish identification keys
- Collection of water, sediment and biological samples
- Maintain sample chain of custody
- Use of water quality monitoring devices
- Complete monthly reports
- Properly maintain and clean equipment and gear
- Other tasks pertaining to the Water Resources Program mission
Qualifications:
2‐yr degree in Environmental Studies or related field (preferred), or a high school diploma and 4 years of relevant experience; ability to carry heavy equipment over uneven terrain required; effective written communication skills required; proficient in fish identification; proficient with use of identification keys; ability to learn new skills and information; ability to swim preferred, boater’s safety certificate preferred.
Required:
Applicant must maintain a valid driver’s license; have the ability to legally enter Canadian portion of Territory; must be able to work long hours in the field (including early mornings), have the physical ability to work in the field; and willingness to handle field specimens.
Submit your resume and cover letter by mail to Human Resources, Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655 or by email to: human.resources@srmt-nsn.gov.
NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY
The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. To the extent possible, and consistent with job requirements, employees will be recruited from among the members of the Tribe. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.
DRUG TESTING POLICY
The successful applicant for employment must submit to a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.
BACKGROUND CHECK
Some positions require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to employment beginning, used solely for employment related purposes.
