Fisheries Technician 5

This position serves as the senior-level technician for the Flint/Rock Creek fisheries management area and is involved in all aspects of management activities in these drainages. In general, the duties of the Fisheries Tech 5 may include planning and coordination with the biologist for survey and inventory of aquatic species, planning and utilization of electronic testing and tracking equipment on fisheries resources for monitoring survival/mortality, movements and behavior, and reproductive performance, planning and coordination of creel surveys, and the collection of biological and habitat samples, recording, entry, management, and the operation and maintenance of fisheries equipment. This position often completes work assignments independently with little supervision, but also works in a team environment sampling alongside the regional fisheries biologist and seasonal technicians/volunteers. The incumbent will oversee field activities including electrofishing (boat and backpack), gill netting, operating weirs and traps, telemetry, and other surveys as necessary. They will assist the regional biologist with data analysis and preparation of technical reports and manuscripts. Responsible for inventory, organization, and maintenance of all sampling equipment (including boats and trailers). The incumbent will facilitate research, monitoring, and evaluation activities with partners and collaborators (NGOs and government agencies). Frequent interaction and communication with the public, including private landowners, anglers, and ranchers is expected. Supervision of seasonal technicians or interns and coordination of volunteers will be required. Participates in study design, planning and field scheduling, database management, and dissemination of information.