Fish and Game Program Technician

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 Commercial Fisheries is recruitingfor a Fish and Game Program Technician located in Haines, Alaska! What you will be doing:

Under general supervision of the Division of Commercial Fisheries Area Management Biologist, the Fish and Game Program Technician provides administrative, clerical, and technical support to Haines Area management and research programs within the Division of Commercial Fisheries, Division of Wildlife Conservation, and Sport Fish Division. This position serves as a primary point of contact for the public, providing current and accurate information on fish and wildlife regulations, management practices, and seasonal activities. Responsibilities include performing commercial fish ticket data entry and quality control, issuing fishing and hunting licenses, permits, harvest tickets, and locking tags, and collecting and recording harvest reports. This position also conducts sealing of harvested animals, including bears, moose, mountain goats, and furbearers, in accordance with regulatory requirements. In addition, this position serves as the sole administrative support for the Haines office, with responsibilities that include budget tracking, processing receipts, office management, and providing personnel support for staff.

Our mission, values, and culture:

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game's mission is to manage, protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of Alaska. Its primary goals are to ensure that Alaska's renewable fish and wildlife resources and their habitats are conserved and managed on the sustained yield principle, and their use and development serve the economic interests and overall well\-being of Alaska’s residents.

Through direct interaction with the public, accurate tracking of permits and hunting and fishing reports, and effective administrative coordination, the Fish and Game Program Technician plays an integral role within the Haines team and contributes to the success of the Division of Commercial Fisheries, Wildlife Conservation and Sport Fish Division missions.

The Alaska Department of Fish \& Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing 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 Haines ADF\&G office supports some of the most culturally significant and highly sought\-after hunting and fishing programs in Alaska, offering a unique opportunity to work at the center of resource management and public service. This position provides a dynamic and rewarding work environment where you will directly contribute to the sustainable management of the Chilkat and Chilkoot River valley’s fish and wildlife resources while serving diverse and engaged public. In addition to meaningful, mission\-driven work, this role offers a strong career pathway for individuals interested in advancing their skills in accounting, public relations, and communications, with opportunities for continued growth and professional development.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is based in Haines, Alaska, a scenic Southeast Alaska community known for abundant wildlife, major salmon runs, and one of the world’s largest concentrations of bald eagles and offers a professional office environment working closely with biologists and seasonal staff. Responsibilities include providing regulatory guidance to the public, managing permits and harvest reporting, processing expenditures, conducting raw hide and skull animal sealing, and potentially assisting with wildlife and salmon surveys.

* Requires travel to Juneau, AK for training

Who we are looking for:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service and the ability to maintain professionalism in challenging situations
• Experience with administrative functions, including budgeting, personnel paperwork, and processing purchasing documents
• Knowledge of commercial, sport, and subsistence/personal use fishing, as well as hunting and trapping regulations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interpret complex policies and clearly communicate them to staff and the public
• Proficiency with computers and software applications, including accurate data entry and management within databases and administrative systems

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Game Program Technician please go to thefollowing link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Special Note:

• A valid driver's license is required.
• This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.
• First Aid/CPR Certification. Provided by the department at no cost to the employee.
• State of Alaska Notary Public.
• Firearms and wildlife training and certification, if field work is desired by the incumbent.

Minimum Qualifications

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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

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTSIf selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

• Transcripts, if using education to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable).
• Resume/CV
• Three (3\) professional references with current contact information (name and current daytime phone number).

A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. You need to document your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the position\-specific competencies listed in the job description in your application and resume. FIREARMS

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In 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 employer’s 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\-800\-587\-0430 or (907\) 465\-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1\-800\-770\-8973 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

If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword. WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS \& ASSISTANCE

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1\-800\-587\-0430 (toll free) or (907\) 465\-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed torecruitment.services@alaska.gov. For applicant password assistance please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword

Contact Information

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Nicole Zeiser, Area Management Biologist

Phone: (907\) 766\-2830 (Option 1\)

nicole.zeiser@alaska.gov

Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental

+ The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.

• AVTEC
• Confidential
• Correctional Officers
• Marine Engineers
• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
• Supervisory
• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)

+ The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.

• General Government
• Labor, Trades and Crafts
• Public Safety Employees Association
• Masters, Mates \& Pilots

• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group\-based insurance premiums for

+ Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)

+ Long\-term and short\-term disability

+ Accidental Death and Dismemberment

+ Long\-term care (self and eligible family members)

+ Supplemental Survivor Benefits

• Employee\-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program

* *Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options*

See https://drb.alaska.gov/retiree/ for additional information

Paid Leave \& Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12\) paid holidays a year