Job Description

Job Description

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Sport Fish is recruiting

for a Fish and Game Program Technician located in Fairbanks Alaska!

What you will be doing:
We will be hiring a Program Technician for the Division of Sport Fish.

• This position is a primary source of contact in the Fairbanks ADF&G Public Information Center providing customers with information about the area issuing licenses and permits as well as explaining and interpreting State of Alaska sport fishing and personal use regulations.
• Provide information to the public about fishing opportunities in the Interior of Alaska through in-person phone print and social media.
• Assist Communication and Outreach staff with seasonal public education programs lobby displays community events workshops and other outreach activities.
• Help with reports data entry field and lab data collection and maintenance of lobby boating access sites public-use cabins.

Our mission values and culture:
The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect and improve the states sport fishery resources.

You will be part of a team of dedicated professionals working to sustain Alaskas remarkable sport fisheries while helping the public understand and enjoy these resources.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued treated equitably and treated respectfully.

The benefits of joining our team:
The Region 3 Communication & Outreach team consists of an Education Associate an Information Officer and customer service staff who work together to provide information outreach and licensing services by communicating fisheries science regulations and fishing opportunities to the public.

In the Fairbanks office you will work with biologists studying and managing Alaskas fish and wildlife contributing to work that helps sustain these resources for anglers communities and future generations.

As a part of our team you will assist the information and education program with the opportunity to work with different agencies or entities and a diverse public along with many department employees dedicated to protecting and maintaining the valuable sport fisheries in Alaska.

The working environment you can expect:
The daily work environment involves effective communication and teamwork with office coworkers as well as regular use of a computer while assisting the public in person and over the phone at the information desk at the Fairbanks office. The position is located at the ADF&G office at 1300 College Road in Fairbanks located at the Creamers Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge giving you direct access to miles of trails for walking skiing wildlife viewing and bird watching right outside the door making it a uniquely beautiful and inspiring place to come to work every day. Requires infrequent travel within the State (normally day trips only around the greater Fairbanks area). Work may take place during evening hours including weekends and outdoors in inclement weather 3-6 times during the year
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
This position will serve as a permanent full-time technician with the Division of Sport Fish in Fairbanks and will be responsible for working as part of a team in the Regional Information Center. The Information Center assists people from around the world answering questions about fishing and hunting opportunities hunter education and wildlife viewing in the region and statewide. This position provides customer service to the public and assists with providing data and administrative support to research and management biologists throughout Interior and Northern Alaska. This is a 12-month position and is overtime eligible.

Please describe any experience you have with the following position-specific competencies in your application; if you lack experience in an area simply note that. This information will help us determine which applicants move forward in the interview process:

• Experience or interest relevant to the mission of Alaska Department Fish and Game Sport Fish Divisions and commitment for serving the public.
• Provides courteous accurate and helpful service to the public. Communicates complex issues clearly and effectively with people with different levels of knowledge and understanding.
• Makes sound objective and well-informed decisions and understands when to seek guidance or additional information.
• Organizes and prioritizes competing responsibilities manages time effectively and pays attention to detail.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team with shared goals while also managing independent duties.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Game Program Technician please

go to the following link: Note:
A valid drivers license is required.

This position may be in possession of or have access to firearms/ammunition.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of office clerical experience or technical experience related to fish wildlife or habitat resources;
OR
One year of experience providing advanced clerical services based on established procedures precedents and policies in administrative informative and/or programmatic functions. This experience includes work such as an Office Assistant 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

Substitution:
Postsecondary education from an accredited college may substitute for the required experience (3 semester or 4 quarter hours equal one month of experience).

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

If selected please provide the following at the time of the interview:

1. Transcripts if using education to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable).

2. Three (3) professional references with current contact information (daytime phone numbers).

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application including supplemental questions will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208) if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold this position.

A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by a current or former spouse parent or guardian of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse parent or guardian or by a person similarly situated to a spouse parent or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence do NOT apply for this position.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation auxiliary aids or services or alternative communication formats please call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

NOTICE

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