From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Tom Annear Sent: Friday, October 06, 2017 5:02 PM Subject: IFC_mail: Fwd: Vacancy Announcement - Instream Flow Biologist - Cheyenne
For those who hadn't heard, my co-worker Mike Robertson took leave of the department last June creating an opening on our instream flow crew. We have finally negotiated all the internal hurdles to filling the position per the announcement below. Please consider this opportunity and pass along the notice to anyone you think might have an interest. Of course you may give me a call if you have any questions about the position. Thanks in advance for helping get out the word, Tom Annear Water Management Supervisor 5400 Bishop Blvd Cheyenne, WY 82006 phone: 307-777-4555 (office) email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Tom ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kate Grant <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> Date: Fri, Oct 6, 2017 at 3:34 PM Subject: Vacancy Announcement - Instream Flow Biologist - Cheyenne To: WGF <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>>, Kate Grant <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> STATE OF WYOMING invites applications for the position of: FWWB11-07128-Instream Flow Biologist-Cheyenne SALARY: $4,931.00 - $6,164.00 Monthly LOCATION: Cheyenne OPENING DATE: 10/06/17 CLOSING DATE: Continuous DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS: [https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/2727/jobpostings/image/Game%20and%20fish%20new%20banner.png] Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This position fulfills the Department's statutory responsibility to secure instream flow water rights to protect critically important stream fisheries throughout Wyoming. The position has the primary responsibility for all aspects of instream flow water rights including designing and conducting field studies, analyzing data, writing reports, presenting information at public hearings, tracking status of filings, and monitoring stream flow. The position's secondary role is to provide technical assistance to aquatic habitat biologists statewide. The position provides technical services and assistance in topographic surveying, habitat assessments, Rosgen surveys, pre- and post-project measurements, remote sensing, detailed bathymetry, and other applications requiring sophisticated technology and skills. This position annually hires and supervises one or two seasonal fisheries biologists. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level. * Design field studies, collect and analyze data, and prepare detailed reports that summarize results. * Activities include operating survey equipment (including Total Stations), managing data; constructing GIS maps of study sites; and maintaining databases of field measurements, photos, and data files. * Prepare instream flow water right applications and submit them to the Wyoming Water Development Office (WWDO) for filing. * Related activities include working with department engineers to prepare maps and administering contracts with hydrologic consulting firms as needed to generate hydrology information for each instream flow segment. * Review and comment on WWDO reports on the feasibility of proposed instream flow water rights. * Track the status of instream flow filings and provide any additional information requested by the State Engineer. * Provide technical support to other department personnel with collection of physical habitat or hydrology data and preparation of GIS maps and other materials. * Supervise seasonal employees. * Maintain field equipment including surveying equipment, flow meters, field computers, ATV's, house trailer, and 4 wheel-drive truck in working condition. * Present results of instream flow studies and recommendations at instream flow hearings held by the state engineer to represent the Game and Fish Commission's position on proposed instream flow water rights. * Network with other professionals and organizations to improve the effectiveness of instream flow water and water management techniques and strategies. * Make presentations at professional society meetings and to public groups to explain instream flow concepts and generate support for the department's instream flow activities and instream flow needs in general. QUALIFICATIONS: PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: Preference may be given to those with a master's degree in fisheries or wildlife management, ichthyology, or closely related field, PLUS two years of professional work experience in fisheries management, aquatic research or aquatic habitat management. Preference will be given to applicants who submit a cover letter to Mr. Tom Annear, Water Management Supervisor, (5400 Bishop Boulevard, Cheyenne, WY<https://maps.google.com/?q=5400+Bishop+Boulevard,+Cheyenne,+WY&entry=gmail&source=g> 82006 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>), in addition to submitting the state application. **Agency requires that the successful applicant have a valid driver's license. KNOWLEDGE: * Able to become competent in use of various habitat and hydrologic models such as Habitat Quality Index, PHABSIM, River 2-D, stream temperature models, and IHA (indicator of hydrologic alteration). * Skilled or able to become competent with operation and application of GPS, GIS, field computers, and database applications. * Skilled with technical and popular writing and oral communication. * Able to become competent in establishing and maintaining stream flow gauging stations. * Knowledge of surveying (including Total Stations), water velocity measurement, and fish sampling tools and techniques. * Knowledge of aquatic ecology and fishery management principles. * Knowledge of statistical methods, experimental design, and Microsoft Office software. * Able to independently design and implement field studies and prepare detailed reports. * Able to work effectively with other department personnel, other agencies, and stakeholders in sometimes contentious situations. * Knowledge or understanding of Wyoming water law as it pertains to instream flow and water rights management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management) PLUS Experience: 1-3 years progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Wildlife Biologist PLUS Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CDL OR Education & Experience Substitution: 4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Senior Wildlife Biologist PLUS Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: CDL NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: * Field duties may periodically span non-traditional work days including weekends and nights with changes occurring on short notice. May be required to work more than 8 hours on some days and over 40 hours in some weeks on occasion. * Ability to work in inclement weather. * Will work in remote locations and camp in the field for extended periods of time. * Significant amount of travel throughout the state is required during the field season. * Requires operation of 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATV's, and towing trailers. * Must be able to do strenuous physical labor for prolonged periods. * Be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs for considerable distances. * Ability to physically perform all tasks under demanding environmental conditions (such as operating in a boat pulling heavy wet nets in rough water during snowstorms or carrying heavy backpack electro shocking equipment while wading streams and negotiating rough terrain. NOTES: * FLSA: Exempt * Statewide travel is required. * CDL is NOT required for this position. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: 040-Wyoming Game and Fish Department - Fish Division Click here<https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B6bA9LFa-kaJWXhRRUJsOG9nWW8> 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. A complete listing of the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure can be viewed at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm. Dept. of Admin. & Information-Human Resource Div. 2001 Capitol Ave<https://maps.google.com/?q=2001+Capitol+Ave&entry=gmail&source=g>. Emerson Bldg. Rm 127 Cheyenne, WY 82002 307-777-7188<tel:(307)%20777-7188> Fax: (307) 777-6562<tel:(307)%20777-6562> [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Class Code #FWWB11 Job # 07128 FWWB11-07128-INSTREAM FLOW BIOLOGIST-CHEYENNE KG The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. -- Kate Grant Wyoming Game and Fish Department Human Resource 307-777-4507<tel:(307)%20777-4507> [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> E-Mail to and from me, in connection with the transaction of public business, is subject to the Wyoming Public Records Act and may be disclosed to third parties. -- Tom Annear Water Management Supervisor 5400 Bishop Blvd Cheyenne, WY 82006 phone: 307-777-4555 (office) 307-630-8734 (cell) email: [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> E-Mail to and from me, in connection with the transaction of public business, is subject to the Wyoming Public Records Act and may be disclosed to third parties.
