Tribal Fishery Education Technician - Tribal Member Only

Tribal Fishery Education Technician - Tribal Member Only Department Tribal Programs Program

Tribal Programs Reports to Tribal Harvest Program Supervisor

Employment Status: Full Time FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Schedule: 40 Hours, 52 Weeks

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

Job Summary:

The Tribal Fishery Technician works under the Harvest Program Supervisor to support essential functions within the Harvest Program to include the educational fishery, fishing vessel, and the Wildlife Salvage Program.

Essential Functions:

Responsible for:

• Picking fish from the net
• Sorting and proper vacuum packing
• Fish distribution
• Support in species reporting requirements and documentation of cultural activities
• Assisting in vessel operations for all deck equipment, safely operating and utilizing hooks, anchors, winches, slings, and other harvest equipment
• Must be able to assist in loading, stowing, and launching of the fishing vessel
• Follow specific direction in the case of an emergency, which can include launching a raft, donning an immersion suit or life preserver, or assist in a response to a fire or medical emergency
• Assists with cleaning all equipment needed in the operation of the educational fishery and fishing vessel, including nets, buoys, lines, vehicles, and fish cleaning stations
• Maintain a good working relationship with co-workers, Tribal Members, and the public
• Assists with keeping all sites clean, orderly, and safe as well as drug and alcohol free
• Assists with the daily operations of the Harvest activities under the Kenaitze Indian Tribes Educational Fishery Plan
• 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 their supervisor, consistent with the purpose of the position, department, and/or the Kenaitze Indian Tribes objectives.

Working Conditions:

• Lifting Requirements: Heavy Work - exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Physical Requirements: • Walk • Move • Traverse • Use hands and fingers to handle or feel • Operate • Activate • Prepare • Inspect • Place • Detect • Position • Climb stairs, ladders, or balance • Ascend and descend • Work atop • Traverse • Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl • Position self • Move • Talk • Hear • Communicate • Detect • Converse • 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 to dust • Wet • Noise • Mechanical hazards • Burn hazards
• OSHA Categories: Category II - Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid, or tissue, but exposure of potential for exposure may occur

Equipment and Tools:

• List of Equipment used for job: • Vacuum packer • ATV • Set net gear • Truck • Chainsaw • Fillet knives • Skill saw
• List of Tools: • Chainsaw • Splitting maul • Sledgehammer • 30lbs axe • Fillet knives • Hammer • Skill saw
• Drives KIT or Personal Vehicle: Yes
• Travel: Local

Local Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or General Equivalency Degree GED or a combination of education and experience in a related field may be substituted for a degree
• Experience: One year of experience in picking and vacuum sealing fish, One year of experience in offshore fishing, Experience in fishing gear upkeep and repair, and in fish cleaning and preparation
• Previous experience operating a vessel
• Preferred Knowledge and experience working with cultural diversities
• License/Certification: Must have a valid Alaska State drivers license and must remain insurable under the Tribes policy or obtain within 90 days of hire or with approval of the hiring manager, sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in lieu of having a drivers license to perform the required duties of the position

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 unina visitors, co-workers, and others
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and meet deadlines
• Able and willing to work unusual hours
• Ability to read and understand a tide book and knot tying
• Familiarity with both modern and traditional methods of harvesting fish

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.