What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fisheries Services Coordinator position at Muckleshoot Indian Tribe?
JOB SUMMARY
Under general direction from the Biologist III, the Fisheries Services Coordinator plays a key role in maintaining the professional relationships between Muckleshoot Indian Tribe (MIT), the Port of Seattle, and local waterway agencies. Responsible for the supervision of permanent and temporary Fisheries Technicians, vessel fleet maintenance, fisher ID & vessel registration and for documenting and implementing established procedures and protocols.
MAJOR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION
Required:
- High School graduation or GED plus at least two (2) years of college level credits from an accredited university or college that include coursework in math, English, biology or other related fields.
- Five (5) years of experience that includes the following: vessel operation, repairs, maintenance & diagnosis; creating and maintaining records; and supervisory experience.
- Washington State Boater Education Card.
Preferred: Red Cross Basic First Aid and CPR
SPECIFIC SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES REQUIRED FOR POSITION
- Ability to write legibly and concisely.
- Ability to use computers and common office computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Ability to multitask (coordinate several activities on a daily basis).
- Skill in operation of powered vessels up to 30 feet in length and on board instruments and equipment.
- Ability to prepare detailed written reports.
- Ability to deal calmly with difficult people or situations whether by phone or in person.
- Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions & perform a variety of outdoor work in inclement weather.
- Ability to work independently with regulatory agencies.
- Skill in operating Geographic Positioning Systems.
- Ability to operate different types of fishing nets (gillnet, beach seine, dip-net).
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to complete tasks independently.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with diverse groups and individuals.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed outdoors and in an office setting. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear; and occasionally bend or crouch.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and toxic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet in the office, and moderate to loud in the field.
Licenses or Certifications Required
A valid Washington State driver’s license is required at time of appointment or at a time set by the Tribe.