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Hydroacoustic Monitoring and Stock Assessment Lead - Scientific Technician 3 - Permanent - 00629-25
Title: Hydroacoustic Monitoring and Stock Assessment Lead
Job Status: Full-Time - Permanent
WDFW Program: Fish Program
Duty Station: La Conner, Washington – Skagit County
The current duty station of this position is in La Conner, Washington (Skagit County). This position is anticipated to move to a duty station in Stanwood, Washington (Snohomish County) in April 2025.
This senior-level position provides field leadership for hydroacoustic monitoring and stock assessment on the Skagit River, supporting critical conservation work aimed at preserving wild fish populations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining in-river hydroacoustic systems
- Leading data QA/QC processes
- Organizing spawning ground surveys
- Supporting fisheries monitoring
What to Expect:
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Hydroacoustic Monitoring and Stock Assessment Lead will:
Lead field work, stock assessment and monitoring:
- Lead stock assessment surveys and biological sampling of anadromous salmonids and other fish species.
- Recognize emergent issues that may affect survey safety or integrity and plan or adjust schedules accordingly.
- Hike, wade, or boat sections of the Skagit basin and independent tributaries, navigating difficult terrain in moving water.
- Record and enumerate observations of redds, fish species, and survey conditions.
- Keep supervisor informed daily about status of work projects and emerging issues.
Data collection, entry, compilation, and quality assurance/control:
- Organize and review hydroacoustic imagery data.
- Record and review test fishery data.
- Record and review stock assessment data.
- Perform final data QA/QC and collation across projects.
- Organize and archive raw data into prescribed electronic or written form.
Lead technician assisting with hydroacoustic monitoring efforts:
- Follow, maintain, and provide updates to established protocols for hydroacoustic gear operation, data review, and field safety.
- Train other technicians on hydroacoustic equipment, data review, and field safety protocols.
- Ensure hydroacoustic data collection adheres to study design, methods, and procedures.
- Maintain daily log of field activities.
- Serve as point person for communication with the public while in the field.
Conduct biological sampling associated with hydroacoustic monitoring:
- Assist with weekly species composition test fishing efforts, including tagging and biological sampling of adult salmonids.
Maintain field equipment and supplies:
- Lead maintenance, preparation, and service of all field equipment.
- Assist with purchasing of field supplies.
- Maintain up-to-date inventory of field supplies.
Working Conditions:
- Work in all weather conditions, from dry and hot to extreme cold and snow.
- Position may include field work in rivers and streams walking up to 12 miles in rugged terrain.
- Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations.
- May conduct physically demanding field work weekly.
Schedule: Typical work schedule will vary between 4, 10 hour shifts, or 5, 8 hour shifts per week, Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week.
Travel Requirements: Regular travel is required to field sites in Sedro-Woolley and throughout the Skagit River basin.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or GED, including one (1) year of high school science and four (4) years of experience as a Scientific Technician.
- Or graduation from high school or GED, including one (1) year of high school science and four (4) years of laboratory or field experience.
Certifications/Licenses: Valid Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience deploying and maintaining hydroacoustic monitoring gear.
- Three (3) years of experience conducting spawning ground surveys.
- Identifying, handling, and biologically sampling fishes.
Your application should include:
- A completed online application showcasing your qualifications.
- A cover letter detailing your interest in the position.
- At least three professional references.
Supplemental Information:
In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for.
Union - WAFWP: This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice: Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.
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