State of Washington
Sampler Supervisor - Scientific Technician 3 - Permanent - 2025-07958
State of Washington, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
Sampler Supervisor - Scientific Technician 3 - Permanent
Working Title:
Sampler Supervisor
Classification:
Scientific Technician 3
Job Status:
Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program:
Fish Program – Puget Sound Management Division
Duty Station:
Port Angeles, Washington – Clallam County
While this position may offer a telework option, the successful candidate must be available to report to the duty station in Port Angeles, Washington as needed.
In this dynamic role, you will supervise dockside sampling staff and collect and edit recreational and commercial salmon, halibut, lingcod, marine fish, and shellfish biological and catch data. You will implement the region's fisheries sampling program and provide the information necessary to estimate fisheries catch and effort for both commercial and recreational fisheries management, assessment of biological information by stock, and subsequent achievement of spawning escapements and agreed-to catch allocations.
What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:
Supervisory Duties
Functions as a supervisor completing the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of sampling staff.
Provides real-time feedback to sampling staff about data quality and following protocols.
Responsible for directing and assigning work, adjusting schedules, approving timesheets, approving travel (TEMS), addressing personnel issues and consulting with management and HR when needed, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Makes equipment purchases for the Peninsula region and submits p-card logs and order payment forms in DocuSign before the 10th of each month.
Performs QA/QC for commercial and recreational data in the Peninsula region.
Electronically enters, edits, and reviews iForms sampling data.
Recreational and Commercial Fishery Sampling Duties
Interviews large numbers of recreational anglers at assigned boat launch facilities, marinas, and shore-based fishing locations.
Observes, counts, identifies, and records all salmon and marine fish species. Collects scales, CWT data, determines sex, and measures fork length for salmon and marine fish.
Participates and helps coordinate high effort recreational fisheries including mark-selective salmon, marine fish including halibut and shellfish fisheries.
Polls all anglers exiting a fishery at pre-selected sites.
Conducts and oversees the sampling of commercial salmon catch from both tribal and non-tribal fisheries in the Peninsula region.
Samples all Coho and Chinook salmon with electronic CWT detection devices (wand or tunnel detectors).
Recovers coded-wire tags (CWT) while monitoring recreational and commercial fisheries of multiple species of salmon.
Working Conditions Work is conducted in the field and in the office. Field work is conducted in adverse weather and sea conditions, including long periods of sitting, squatting, walking, boating for conducting angler interviews, climbing in and out of boats, sampling salmon in a boat, carrying, kneeling, and heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs. unassisted). This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.
Schedule: This position is non-scheduled; typically works 8-10 hours per day between 5:00 AM and 11:00 PM, 40 hours per week. Weekend and evening work required, occasionally including holidays.
Travel requirements: In and around Puget Sound with seldom-overnight travel.
Customer Interactions: Interactions with co-workers from WDFW and Tribes, commercial anglers, salmon buyers, fish processors, recreational anglers and shellfishers, the public during data collection; provides basic information regarding fisheries resources to the public, as well as agency programs and activities. Provides sport fishing regulatory information to the public. Includes occasional contact with individuals who are angry, distraught, or frustrated. Acts as liaison to Peninsula supervisor and enforcement on fishery violations observed in the field. Acts as liaison between tribal staff and WDFW staff.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Option 1: Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science, and four (4) years of experience as a Scientific Technician.
Option 2: Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science, and four (4) years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a health or safety professional, biologist, chemist, or zoologist.
Please note: College coursework involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely allied field will substitute year-for-year for experience, provided the coursework includes at least six (6) semester or nine (9) quarter hours of natural or environmental science classes.
License: Valid driver’s license.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment Successful completion of agency training and/or certification for assigned watercraft dependent on supervisory direction, position need and training availability. First Aid/CPR Certification must be completed within one year of hire and maintained (2-year certification).
Preferred Qualifications In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all of the following:
Six (6) months or more of lead or supervisory experience.
At least twelve (12) months experience creel sampling recreational and commercial fisheries in Puget Sound or a similar area.
Identifying all salmon species and common Puget Sound marine fish and shellfish species.
Familiar with salmon life history and sport fishing regulations.
Knowledge of commercial and sport fishing methods and gear.
Proper fish handling technique.
Experience with Microsoft Windows programs including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
Your Application Should Include The Following
A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
An up-to-date resume.
A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
At least three (3) professional references with current contact information.
Supplemental Information In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Union Union - WAFWP. This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
Veteran And Military Spouse Preference Notice Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:
Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov.
Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran).
Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
Technical Difficulties If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
Other questions If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov and reference job number/title from the top of this posting.
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Employee Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employees may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if they are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria.
Holidays Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Sick Leave Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month earn a monthly proportionate accrual, and so on.
Vacation (Annual Leave) Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave Leave Sharing, Parental Leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave Without Pay.
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Sampler Supervisor
Classification:
Scientific Technician 3
Job Status:
Full-Time/Permanent
WDFW Program:
Fish Program – Puget Sound Management Division
Duty Station:
Port Angeles, Washington – Clallam County
While this position may offer a telework option, the successful candidate must be available to report to the duty station in Port Angeles, Washington as needed.
In this dynamic role, you will supervise dockside sampling staff and collect and edit recreational and commercial salmon, halibut, lingcod, marine fish, and shellfish biological and catch data. You will implement the region's fisheries sampling program and provide the information necessary to estimate fisheries catch and effort for both commercial and recreational fisheries management, assessment of biological information by stock, and subsequent achievement of spawning escapements and agreed-to catch allocations.
What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, this position will:
Supervisory Duties
Functions as a supervisor completing the hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of sampling staff.
Provides real-time feedback to sampling staff about data quality and following protocols.
Responsible for directing and assigning work, adjusting schedules, approving timesheets, approving travel (TEMS), addressing personnel issues and consulting with management and HR when needed, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Makes equipment purchases for the Peninsula region and submits p-card logs and order payment forms in DocuSign before the 10th of each month.
Performs QA/QC for commercial and recreational data in the Peninsula region.
Electronically enters, edits, and reviews iForms sampling data.
Recreational and Commercial Fishery Sampling Duties
Interviews large numbers of recreational anglers at assigned boat launch facilities, marinas, and shore-based fishing locations.
Observes, counts, identifies, and records all salmon and marine fish species. Collects scales, CWT data, determines sex, and measures fork length for salmon and marine fish.
Participates and helps coordinate high effort recreational fisheries including mark-selective salmon, marine fish including halibut and shellfish fisheries.
Polls all anglers exiting a fishery at pre-selected sites.
Conducts and oversees the sampling of commercial salmon catch from both tribal and non-tribal fisheries in the Peninsula region.
Samples all Coho and Chinook salmon with electronic CWT detection devices (wand or tunnel detectors).
Recovers coded-wire tags (CWT) while monitoring recreational and commercial fisheries of multiple species of salmon.
Working Conditions Work is conducted in the field and in the office. Field work is conducted in adverse weather and sea conditions, including long periods of sitting, squatting, walking, boating for conducting angler interviews, climbing in and out of boats, sampling salmon in a boat, carrying, kneeling, and heavy lifting (up to 40 lbs. unassisted). This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.
Schedule: This position is non-scheduled; typically works 8-10 hours per day between 5:00 AM and 11:00 PM, 40 hours per week. Weekend and evening work required, occasionally including holidays.
Travel requirements: In and around Puget Sound with seldom-overnight travel.
Customer Interactions: Interactions with co-workers from WDFW and Tribes, commercial anglers, salmon buyers, fish processors, recreational anglers and shellfishers, the public during data collection; provides basic information regarding fisheries resources to the public, as well as agency programs and activities. Provides sport fishing regulatory information to the public. Includes occasional contact with individuals who are angry, distraught, or frustrated. Acts as liaison to Peninsula supervisor and enforcement on fishery violations observed in the field. Acts as liaison between tribal staff and WDFW staff.
Qualifications Required Qualifications Option 1: Graduation from high school or GED including one year of high school science, and four (4) years of experience as a Scientific Technician.
Option 2: Graduation from high school or GED, including one year of high school science, and four (4) years of laboratory or field experience as an assistant to a health or safety professional, biologist, chemist, or zoologist.
Please note: College coursework involving major study in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences, or closely allied field will substitute year-for-year for experience, provided the coursework includes at least six (6) semester or nine (9) quarter hours of natural or environmental science classes.
License: Valid driver’s license.
Special Requirements/Conditions of Employment Successful completion of agency training and/or certification for assigned watercraft dependent on supervisory direction, position need and training availability. First Aid/CPR Certification must be completed within one year of hire and maintained (2-year certification).
Preferred Qualifications In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess some or all of the following:
Six (6) months or more of lead or supervisory experience.
At least twelve (12) months experience creel sampling recreational and commercial fisheries in Puget Sound or a similar area.
Identifying all salmon species and common Puget Sound marine fish and shellfish species.
Familiar with salmon life history and sport fishing regulations.
Knowledge of commercial and sport fishing methods and gear.
Proper fish handling technique.
Experience with Microsoft Windows programs including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.
Your Application Should Include The Following
A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
An up-to-date resume.
A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
At least three (3) professional references with current contact information.
Supplemental Information In addition to pay and other special employee programs, there are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the “Benefits” tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.
Important Note All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
Union Union - WAFWP. This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.
Veteran And Military Spouse Preference Notice Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following:
Notify us of your veteran or military spouse status by email at Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov.
Veterans only – Attach a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or USDVA signed verification of service letter.
Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.
Subject line must include recruitment number, position, and spouse/veteran (example: 2024-1234 – Biologist 1 – Veteran).
Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.
The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.
Request an accommodation Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.
Technical Difficulties If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or support@neogov.com.
Other questions If you have other questions regarding this position, please reach out to Cheri.Potter@dfw.wa.gov and reference job number/title from the top of this posting.
Follow Us On Social Media LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram
Employee Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
Retirement And Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).
Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Employees may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program if they are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria.
Holidays Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Sick Leave Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month earn a monthly proportionate accrual, and so on.
Vacation (Annual Leave) Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full‑time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Military Leave Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave Leave Sharing, Parental Leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave Without Pay.
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