NR Technician Senior/Leader KK-49411

Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation; Washington; On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with employer contributions

Disability coverage

Paid holidays, sick leave, annual/leav

Job summary

The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation are seeking a Natural Resources Technician Senior/Lead for field work surrounding aquatic invasive species programs on the Colville Reservation. You will conduct electrofishing, gillnetting, weir and trap studies, and assist with diet analyses.

Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, data entry, and driving; a Class A CDL is required. This is a full-time, non-exempt role demanding long hours, travel, and variable weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife or natural resources (or related) with transcripts.
• Or an Associate degree with required work experience and transcripts.
• Experience in field sampling and data collection preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field surveys for aquatic invasive species monitoring.
• Perform electrofishing, gillnetting, and trap studies in reservation waters.
• Maintain field equipment including boats and trailers.
• Pass and maintain Class A CDL; drive and travel as needed.
• Enter and QC data in spreadsheets/databases; report results.

Skills

Field surveys

Boat handling

Electrofishing

Gillnetting

Weir studies

Data entry

Equipment maintenance

Attention to detail

Communication

Safety practices

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife/natural resources

Associate's degree in fish/wildlife/natural resources

Tools

MS Office

Database software

Field data collection equipment

Job description

CLOSING DATE: October 11, 2026POSITION: Natural Resources Technician Senior / LeadSALARY: $24.03 - 32.54, per hourREPORTS TO: NR Principle BiologistLOCATION: Inchelium, WABasic Functions: This is a Non-Exempt position. The incumbent of this position will work under the direction of the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation (CTCR) Resident Fish Division lead biologist for Aquatic Invasive Species Project. The principal duties of this position will include field work studies related to the non-native species removal programs and aquatic invasive species monitoring project in the water bodies in and around the Reservation. Duties will include, but are not limited to, boat and backpack electrofishing surveys, gillnetting surveys, fyke net surveys, weir and screw trap studies, and fish diet studies. The incumbent will be responsible for the maintenance of all field equipment including boats, boat trailers and vehicles. This position will be required to pass and maintain a Class A commercial drivers license. this position requires driving, lifting, pulling, hauling and working in incremental weather. The incumbent must be able to work long hours, weekends, and may be required to travel.BENIFITS: We have excellent benefits including full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k with employer contributions, Short-and Long- Term disability for Full-Time employees. Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education and Training:Natural Resources Technician Senior: Requires a Bachelors Degree form a regionally accredited college or university in wildlife, natural resources science, range or environmental sciences (must provide transcripts for credit) OR Associate's Degree in the fields of fish, wildlife, and/or natural resource management (must submit transcripts for credit) AND 24 months of experience at a Technician II and satisfactory work performance review OR 48 months combined education/experience demonstrating the ability to perform the functions of this position. A two-year technical degree in the field of fish, wildlife and /or natural resources management may substitute for twenty-four months of experience.Natural Resources Technician Leader: A Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in biology, natural resources, information technology or other applicable field (must submit transcripts for credit) AND 12 months of required experience OR; An AA Degree in the applicable science AND 60 months of required experience (must provide transcripts for credit) OR HS Diploma or GED and 96 months relevant work history.Requires a valid driver's license and be eligible for the Tribes vehicle insurance.Requires a class A CDL or obtain a CDL within one year of hire.Requires a clean driving record that qualifies for U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operators Identification card.Requires a Washington State boat safety course within 90 days of hire.Must maintain license and certifications throughout employment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Requires knowledge of Lake Roosevelt fish species and ability to correctly identify preferred.Requires knowledge of standard fishery techniques.Requires basic knowledge of biological data collection.Requires basic sampling gear and equipment maintenance and repair.Requires working knowledge of computers for word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software for data entry and web browser for researching sampling equipment.Requires the skill of attention to detail.Requires experience using hand and power tools, and proper care and maintenance of tools.Requires sufficient knowledge of proper English usage, grammar, spelling and punctuation to prepare professional correspondence.Requires sufficient human relations skill to work productively and cooperatively with diverse teams, exercise patience when dealing with internal and external customers, and convey technical concepts.Requires skill and experience in operating and maintaining boats and other research equipment.Requires the ability to efficiently fulfill the responsibilities of the position.Requires the ability to enter data into spreadsheets and databases, quality control of finalized data sets.Requires the ability to perform duties in both an office environment and at field sites where work is performed.Requires the ability to execute duties and responsibilities as assigned in a timely fashion.Requires excellent attendance.Requires the ability to apply to accurately identify freshwater fish species of the Columbia River basin.Requires the ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, crew and the general public.Requires the ability to organize and prioritize work to achieve results, goals and objectives on time.Requires the ability to operate equipment, including hand and power tools and sampling gear, safely and effectively.Requires the ability to maintain equipment.Requires the ability to effectively troubleshoot problems with equipment.Requires the ability to understand and follow applicable regulations and standards to maintain a safe work environment.Requires the ability to remind others of safety practices to minimize the likelihood of accidents.Requires the ability to effective handle adverse situations, making appropriate decisions, working calmly and accurately.Requires the ability to use field equipment.Requires the ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment as a team member in a pleasant and efficient manner.Requires the ability to work independently and follow instructions out to completion.Requires experience in Towing and backing a Boat.Requires the ability to function indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature and outdoors in various weather conditions.Requires the ability to use near vision to read printed materials.Requires auditory ability to carry on conversations in person and over the phone.Requires manual and finger dexterity to write, use a pointing device and keyboard at an acceptable rate that meets department deadlines and accuracy standards, operate microcomputer, and use other standardized office equipment, most constantly requiring repetitive motions.Requires the ability to sit or stand for considerable periods of time (hours).Requires excellent physical conditions and will be expected to pull, push, or lift heavy objects performing tasks on variable and slippery terrain in all weather conditions.Requires the ability to travel distances on rough terrain while packing 50 LBS.Requires the ability to work a variable schedule, including: evenings, early mornings, holidays and weekends as the work dictates.Requires overnight travel at times for meetings, training and conferences participations as necessary.Requires the ability and willingness to accommodate a flexible schedule with changes on short-notice.Requires travel away from the duty station to conduct field work for periods up to 10 consecutive days at a time.Requires ability and willingness to work indoors in an office or laboratory setting.Requires ability to drive, lift, haul, and work in incremental weather.Requires the ability to work long hours to conduct overnight sampling which may be on weekends and holidays.Requires the ability to work in inclement weather conditions on a boat at night and during the day.Requires the ability to swim and work comfortably on boats, docks, and catwalks around swift moving cold water.Requires the ability to obtain a Class A CDL license at the programs expense and abide by all related driving rules for the CDL.Requires the ability to perform work indoors where minimal safety considerations exist and outdoors where exposure to water, hazardous elements, animals, snakes, and inclement weather conditions exist.Note: Pursuant to Tribal Policy, if this position is safety sensitive it is subject to pre-employment drug testing. In addition, this position is subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug testing.TRIBAL MEMBER AND INDIAN PREFERENCE WILL APPLY; PREFERENCE WILL ALSO BE GIVEN TO HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WHO ARE MINIMALLY QUALIFIED.If required of this position, you must possess and maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and be eligible for the Tribes’ Vehicle Insurance. In addition, this position may be subject to pre-employment background clearances. If applicable, these clearances must be maintained throughout employment.INFORMATION: Krystal Keaton, HR Recruiting Sr., Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, Human Resources Office, P.O. Box 150, Nespelem, WA 99155, [phone] [e-mail]