Internship Wyoming Game Fish Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description and Functions GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Wyoming Game and Fish Department's Wildlife Health Laboratory is seeking one chronic wasting disease (CWD) laboratory technician. This position is responsible for assisting with the department's statewide chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance within a laboratory setting. This position will be 6 months in duration with plans to start around early September.

Benefits: Seasonal temporary employees are eligible for health, dental, and vision insurance. The department contributes toward employee-only coverage, with options available for dependent and family coverage at an additional cost to the employee. Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott/ dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level

Prepares, processes and handles tissue and blood samples. Follows quality assurance procedures including documentation. Accessions, tracks and organizes CWD samples.

Enters and manages datasets. Maps locations of hunter harvests utilizing OnX Hunt software and paper maps. Maintains a clean, organized, and productive laboratory space.

Transports samples and carcasses within the state. Uses knowledge of CWD to accurately respond to inquiries from the public. Collects tissues from hunter-harvested deer, elk, and moose (at the Laramie Regional office).

Maintains laboratory equipment. Prepares laboratory reagents as needed. Assists with other laboratory duties as required; potential to help with wildlife sampling/capture in the field.

Qualifications PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: Preference may be given to those with a high school diploma, plus two years of work experience in fish and wildlife resource management, research, or biology. Preference may be given to those with two years of college coursework toward a bachelor's degree in wildlife management, biology, molecular biology, microbiology, zoology, or other closely related fields; other related training and experience will be evaluated for placement in this position. **Must have a valid driver's license.

**Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check prior to appointment. KNOWLEDGE: Must be self-motivated and able to maintain a positive attitude throughout the duration of employment. Must have an interest in learning and developing a basic understanding of the function of a diagnostic lab, and the ability to accurately perform laboratory protocols.

Able to follow PPE requirements while on duty (eye protection, gloves, lab coat, etc.). Pays attention to detail, instructions, and has good organizational skills. Able to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with all employees

Able to work both independently and in close cooperation with others. Able to perform monotonous tasks for long periods while continuing to be productive. Able to work overtime during peak testing demand.

Able to work efficiently under time constraints. Possesses strong problem-solving skills, the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. Able to maintain workflow efficiency.

Able to drive a 4X4 vehicle around the state. Has a strong professional and work ethic. Has an interest in learning about diseases in wildlife MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None - See "Preferences" Necessary Special Requirements PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to sit at a laboratory bench or computer for long periods.

Ability to process bloody, foul-smelling tissue samples. Ability to work with bleach. NOTES: FLSA: Non-exempt Seeking one six-month position located in Laramie, WY.

Position is expected to start early September; normal work hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm. 95% of this position involves laboratory diagnostics and data management within a veterinary laboratory; 5% of duties occur outside of the laboratory. In addition to submitting the state application, please submit a cover letter including career plans and suitability for the job.

CONTACT: For more information regarding this position, contact Jessica Jennings, Wildlife Health Laboratory Manager at jessica.jennings@wyo.gov or (307) 745-5865 Supplemental Information Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.