Fish Technician

Division: Environment

Job Code: 19-409

Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt

Deadline: Onerahtohkó:wa/May 15, 2015

Description of Position: The performance of fish collection, species identification, population assessment and containment analysis. Responsible for recording and observing environmental data, perform descriptive statistics and inputting them on electronically handheld or desktop computers.

Qualifications: Two-year degree in Environmental Studies or related field, or a high school diploma and four years of relevant professional experience. Demonstrable competence in cyprinid identification to species is required. Requires the ability to lift over 50 lbs. Requires effective written communication skills and proficiency with word processing programs. The ability to swim and a boater’s safety certificate is preferred. Valid driver’s license required. Subject to Fleet policy.

Obtain complete job descriptions online at http://www.srmt-nsn.gov or Human Resources – Community Building 518-358-2272. Applicants must submit letter of interest, resume and proof of native preference eligibility to: [email protected] or Human Resources, 412 State Route 37, Akwesasne, NY 13655

NATIVE PREFERENCE POLICY: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe gives preference to Native Americans who meet the requirements of the posted position. Applicants not entitled to Native Preference will receive consideration without discrimination based on age, sex, disability or national origin.

DRUG TESTING POLICY: The successful applicant must pass a drug test for illegal substances prior to employment being confirmed.

BACKGROUND CHECK: All positions require candidates to successfully pass background check(s) prior to employment. Some require candidate(s) to successfully pass a criminal background check prior to beginning employment, used solely for employment related purposes.

FLEET POLICY: Must be at least 21 years of age, have and maintain a valid driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.

ELIGIBILITY LIST: A list of qualified candidates is created from interviews that may be used to appoint individuals to similar positions within the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe for a period of six months.