Wildlife Technician I

VACANCY ANN#: STOI-26-013

TITLE: WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN I

DEPARTMENT: DNR

SUPERVISOR: WILDLIFE MITIGATION PROJECT MANAGER

LOCATION: WELLPINIT, WA

STATUS: FULL-TIME, SEASONAL

RATE OF PAY: $18.19 PER HOUR

OPENING DATE: MARCH 3, 2026

CLOSING DATE: MARCH 17, 2026

INTRODUCTION:

The Wildlife Mitigation Program (WMP) of the Spokane Tribe manages 8,407 acres of mitigation lands secured for the Tribe by Bonneville Power Administration to mitigate the impacts of Grand Coulee Dam. The Wildlife Technician I position is a full-time seasonal position with layoff up to 3.5 months. This employee is expected to complete tasks assigned while working in either a team setting or independently with supervision.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with wildlife habitat enhancements and maintenance including, but not limited to tree and shrub planting, native grass and cover crop seeding, water developments, prescribed burns, fence maintenance, and maintenance of equipment and Tribal facilities.
• Assist with wildlife and habitat surveys.
• Collect accurate data when conducting field work such as fence maintenance, vegetation inventories, herbicide application, equipment maintenance, and vehicle logs.
• The incumbent is expected to be punctual, self-motivated, and exercise sound judgment (safety-oriented) in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
• Assist with fish collection and allocation for cultural subsistence needs.
• Assist Tribal biologists with data collection during the Spokane Tribe's general elk season.
• Willing to work weekends and long hours in the field during planting seasons.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION:

• Ability to work in a professional setting.
• Ability to communicate (orally and written) effectively.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and rugged terrain.
• Willing to work flexile hours and long hours in the field.
• Ability to identify native and non-native plants and wildlife to this area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work in a professional setting.
• Ability to communicate (orally or written) effectively.
• Willing to work in extreme weather conditions and rugged terrain.
• Willing to work flexible hours and long hours in the field.
• Ability to identify native and non-native plants and wildlife to this area.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving abstract.
• Indian Preference Applies- Indian Preference grants preference to any enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe.
• Safety Sensitive Background- Requires a higher standard of performance and behavior.

Confirmation receipt of on-line application submission and interview status will be sent to all applicants e-mail address used when applying. Applicants are responsible to regularly monitor their e-mail for interview notifications.

Contact: Empero Corral or Kammi Rosenbaum

(509) 458-6527

E-mail: hrfrontdesk@spokanetribe.com

Applications Must Be Received In The Human Resources Department No

Later Than 4:30 p.m. on the Closing Date

The Spokane Tribe Reserves The Right To Hire According To Its Indian Preference Policy

Applicants May be Subject To A Pre-Employment Drug Test Positions

All Positions With The Spokane Tribe Are Subject To A-90 Day Orientation