Russian River Fish Technician - Kenaitze Tribal Member Only

Russian River Fish Technician - Kenaitze Tribal Member Only

Program: Tribal Member Services

Department: Tribal Programs

Reports To: Environmental Program Manager

Employment Status: Part Time, Seasonal

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Schedule: 32 hours/week

Preference: TERO Ordinance 2017-01, P.L. 93-638

Job Summary

The Russian River Fish Technician will perform the following duties under the direction of the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) and U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS). In addition to raking fish waste back into the main current of the Russian and Kenai Rivers the Technician will pick up trash and monofilament line, share educational messages with visitors, record amount and location of fish waste, and record bear activity. This position will work while out in the field as a pair, usually with another Kenaitze Russian River Fish Technician. This is a Thursday-Sunday schedule that requires working weekend hours and as a seasonal position will run from early June to late August

Essential Functions

• Rake fish waste into faster moving water
• Pick up trash and monofilament line
• Share educational messages with visitors
• Record amount and location of fish waste
• Record bear activity
• Ensures compliance with Tribal, federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, Tribal policies and TERO ordinance

It is the intent of this job description to highlight the essential functions of the position; however, it is not an all-inclusive list. The incumbent may be called upon and required to follow or perform other duties and tasks requested by his/her supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribe's objectives.

Working Conditions

Lifting Requirements

Medium work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Physical Requirements

• Stand or Sit (Stationary position)
• Walk (Move, Traverse)
• Use hands/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position)
• Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (Position self (to), Move)
• Talk/hear (Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)
• See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess)
• Pushing or Pulling
• Repetitive Motion

Hazards and Atmospheric Conditions

• Exposure Extreme Temperatures
• Wet
• Noise

OSHA Categories

• Category II Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools

List Equipment used for job: Rake, bear spray and other safety equipment.

Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: KIT or personal

Travel

• Local
• In-State

Comments: Daily travel from Kenai to Russian River

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or currently enrolled.

Experience

• Knowledge of Kenaitze Dena'ina values and history.

License/Certification

• Valid Alaska Driver License and must remain insurable under the Tribe's policy.

Special Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite, or obtain training within 90 days of hire
• Conducts business in a service-oriented manner that is attentive, pleasant, respectful and kind when dealing with un'ina, visitors, co-workers and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines

This position is a Covered Position subject to all requirements of the Alaska Barrier Crimes Act (ABCA) and to the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, (ICPA). ABCA and ICPA requirements apply and must be complied with at all times in order to remain in the position

*Memorandum of Understanding: Serves as documented evidence that the Kenaitze Indian Tribe has expressed the ineligibility of an employee to operate motor vehicles owned, leased or rented by the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, or to operate a personal vehicle on behalf of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe.