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From: Williams, Cindy [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Sent: Tuesday, March 21, 2017 10:08 AM To: [log in to unmask]; [log in to unmask]; [log in to unmask]; Hodges, Donald G <[log in to unmask]>; Dalton Miller <[log in to unmask]>; [log in to unmask]; Alayna Petre <[log in to unmask]>; Alex Miller <[log in to unmask]>; Alison Hutson <[log in to unmask]>; amarbury <[log in to unmask]>; Amin Hassan <[log in to unmask]>; Amy Unthank <[log in to unmask]>; Anna George <[log in to unmask]>; Anna Kozlov <[log in to unmask]>; Ashley Wood <[log in to unmask]>; benjamin meherg <[log in to unmask]>; Bill Ensign <[log in to unmask]>; Brad Cook <[log in to unmask]>; Brandon Peoples <[log in to unmask]>; Alford, Brian <[log in to unmask]>; Bruce Saul <[log in to unmask]>; Cecil Jennings <[log in to unmask]>; Charlie Peliska <[log in to unmask]>; Chris Acy <[log in to unmask]>; Chris Darnall <[log in to unmask]>; [log in to unmask]; Clint Lloyd <[log in to unmask]>; Commins, William <[log in to unmask]>; cumminsa <[log in to unmask]>; cynthia whiteman <[log in to unmask]>; Miller, Dalton Brice <[log in to unmask]>; Dave Nieland <[log in to unmask]>; Don Jackson <[log in to unmask]>; Belli, Keith L <[log in to unmask]>; Dylan Compton <[log in to unmask]>; Ed Carter <[log in to unmask]>; Ed McGinley <[log in to unmask]>; edward.stowe25 <[log in to unmask]>; Elise Irwin <[log in to unmask]>; Emily Nichols <[log in to unmask]>; Eric Janney <[log in to unmask]>; fishermn <[log in to unmask]>; Greg Glotzbecker <[log in to unmask]>; Hal Schramm <[log in to unmask]>; Hannah Beker <[log in to unmask]>; Henning, Julie (DFW) <[log in to unmask]>; Hunter Hatcher <[log in to unmask]>; Shoemaker, Derek Hunter <[log in to unmask]>; Dixon, Jacob Scott <[log in to unmask]>; Jamara Haymore <[log in to unmask]>; Johnson, James Anthony <[log in to unmask]>; Jamie Roberts <[log in to unmask]>; javar henry <[log in to unmask]>; Jeff B <[log in to unmask]>; Jess McFarland <[log in to unmask]>; jessicca.louton <[log in to unmask]>; jewoodland <[log in to unmask]>; Jim Long <[log in to unmask]>; Joe Slaughter <[log in to unmask]>; josh Hubble <[log in to unmask]>; Judy.takats <[log in to unmask]>; Justin Hopper <[log in to unmask]>; Kenny Jones <[log in to unmask]>; Kurt Kaiser <[log in to unmask]>; Kwak, Tom <[log in to unmask]>; Leigh McDougal <[log in to unmask]>; Mab.prism <[log in to unmask]>; Marcie Draper <[log in to unmask]>; Mary Freeman <[log in to unmask]>; Mary Grey Daniel <[log in to unmask]>; Matthew Baird <[log in to unmask]>; Michael Douglas <[log in to unmask]>; Michael Eggleton <[log in to unmask]>; Michael Moore <[log in to unmask]>; Mick Porter <[log in to unmask]>; Morgan B Allen <[log in to unmask]>; Morgan Corey <[log in to unmask]>; Morgan.McHugh <[log in to unmask]>; Muller, Lisa Irene <[log in to unmask]>; nasnyder <[log in to unmask]>; Nathaniel Brown <[log in to unmask]>; Nicole Rankin <[log in to unmask]>; Peter Brown <[log in to unmask]>; Phil Bettoli <[log in to unmask]>; pipertd <[log in to unmask]>; Rachel Post <[log in to unmask]>; Rebecca Brown <[log in to unmask]>; Rip Shively <[log in to unmask]>; Rob Todd <[log in to unmask]>; Russell Barabe <[log in to unmask]>; Scott Robinson <[log in to unmask]>; Scott Vanderkooi <[log in to unmask]>; Stephanie Buchko <[log in to unmask]>; Steve Lochmann <[log in to unmask]>; Steve Williams <[log in to unmask]>; Steven Nanez <[log in to unmask]>; Terry Snell <[log in to unmask]>; Thomas Kwak <[log in to unmask]>; Tina Whitaker <[log in to unmask]>; UTK FWF jobs <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Fwd: Fw: JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - Wildlife Technician 1 - Regular Appointment Cindy Cindy A. Williams Fish & Aquatic Conservation Program, AIS & FIS Program Coordinator US Fish & Wildlife Service 1875 Century Blvd, 4th Floor Atlanta, GA 30345 404-679-4148-direct 404-679-4141- fax 404-345-4238 cell [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> Working toward delivering the best science. >}}}}}}}}(> "With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts" - Eleanor Roosevelt "Power isn't control at all--power is strength, and giving that strength to others. A leader isn't someone who forces others to make him stronger; a leader is someone willing to give his strength to others that they may have the strength to stand on their own." Above all, taking the shield of faith, with which you shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. >)))))))(> ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: TN AFS <[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>> Date: Tue, Mar 21, 2017 at 9:59 AM Subject: Fwd: Fw: JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT - Wildlife Technician 1 - Regular Appointment To: This position is a TWRA Technician 1 on the Region 3 Reservoir Crew. Info and application will be available online tomorrow, March 22, 2017 at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/tennessee/default.cfm MEMORANDUM TO: All Agency Employees FROM: Ed Carter, Executive Director DATE: March 20, 2017 SUBJECT: JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT This memo is to officially announce the following position for Regular Appointment. Wildlife Technician 1 County: Rhea; Region 3 Position: 00076404; Requisition: 158801 Salary Range: $1924.00 - $2989.00 Education and Experience: Experience equivalent to one year of fulltime wildlife conservation, forestry, farming or closely related work; qualifying coursework at an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Other Requirements: Necessary Special Qualifications: Applicants for this class must: 1. Possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license at the time of appointment in some positions. 2. Upon appointment, successfully acquire a valid commercial driver's license/endorsement in some positions. Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions. Job Overview: Summary: Under general supervision, performs wildlife conservation work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required. Distinguishing Features: This is the entry/working class in the Wildlife Technician series. Employees in this class perform wildlife conservation work in one of the following specialty areas: creel surveys, state lake operation and maintenance, fish attractor construction and fish data collection, wildlife area operation and maintenance, or hatchery operation and maintenance. Work Activities: Communicating with Persons outside the Organization: 1. Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. Fish Management: 1. Assists Wildlife Biologists/Managers with studies of fish populations. 2. Collects fish by electro-fishing (shocking) methods. 3. Conducts interviews with fishermen to obtain data required for determining fish species harvest, fishing pressure, year groups, fish weights and lengths, number of fishermen, and economic information pertaining to fishermen. 4. Constructs and places fish attractors in reservoirs throughout the state to create productive sites for fishermen. 5. Draws down the ponds to remove fish for stocking; and transports the fish in tanker vehicles to designated stocking sites, stocks designated sites. 6. Monitors and protects fry where they continue to grow to supply adult stocking programs; feeds the fish in ponds. 7. Receives eggs from federal and private hatcheries; disinfects the eggs; places the fry hatched from these eggs in incubator trays; feeds the fry until they reach a size which enables them to be placed in ponds. Forestry Management: 1. Construct access routes and forest roads. 2. Conduct forest and conservation work associated with seasonal activities, such as planting tree seedlings, putting out forest fires and maintaining recreational facilities. 3. Conduct forest nursery operations, monitor timber harvesting, perform land use activities such as disease or insect control programs. 4. Conduct forest protection activities, including fire control, fire crew training, fire detection and public education. 5. Inspect trees and collect samples of plants, seeds, foliage, bark and roots to locate insect and disease damage. 6. Perform reforestation, or forest renewal, including nursery and silviculture operations, site preparation, seeding and tree planting programs, cone collection, and tree improvement. 7. Provide forestry education and general information, advice, and recommendations to woodlot owners, community organizations, and the general public. 8. Provide technical support to forestry research programs in areas such as tree improvement, seed orchard operations, insect and disease surveys, or experimental forestry and forest engineering research. 9. Select and mark trees for thinning or logging, drawing detailed plans that include access roads. 10. Survey, measure, and map access roads and forest areas such as burns, cut-over areas, experimental plots, and timber sales sections. 11. Thin and space trees and control weeds and undergrowth, using manual tools and chemicals, or supervise workers performing these tasks. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices or Equipment: 1. Operating, running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, tractors, dozers, or water craft. Performing General Physical Activities: 1. Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment: 1. Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles. Mechanical: 1. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Trunk Strength: 1. The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing. WMA Management & Maintenance: 1. Assists in constructing and maintaining buildings, storage sheds, roads, bridges, and trails at the assigned agency area; and maintains equipment assigned to agency controlled areas. 2. Assists Wildlife Biologists/Managers with wildlife population studies. 3. Collects biological data (age, weight, size, and condition) from game killed on managed hunts. 4. Locates and traps animals such as turkeys and bears for relocation to other areas of the state. 5. Manage hunts on state owned lands. 6. Measure distances, clean site-lines, and record data to help survey crews. 7. Plants and grows crops to feed wildlife. Competencies (KSA's): Competencies: 1. Integrity and Trust 2. Ethics and Values 3. Action Oriented 4. Time Management 5. Perseverance 6. Listening 7. Learning on the Fly 8. Technical Learning 9. Decision Quality 10. Problem Solving Knowledge: 1. Working knowledge of wildlife and fisheries habitat management or a related field. 2. Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance. 3. Basic knowledge hunting, fishing, and trapping regulations. 4. Basic computer knowledge and use for administrative duties. 5. Basic knowledge of hunter safety and firearm use. 6. Basic knowledge of safe handling of sick or injured wildlife. Skills: 1. Finger dexterity 2. Manual dexterity 3. Hand arm steadiness 4. Critical thinking skills. 5. Active listening and learning skills. 6. Oral comprehension 7. Oral expression 8. Depth perception 9. Stamina 10. Multilimb coordination 11. Trunk strength 12. Near vision 13. Speech recognition 14. Written expression 15. Handling and moving objects 16. Mathematics Abilities: 1. Problem solving abilities 2. Judgment and decision making 3. Equipment selection 4. Reading comprehension 5. Deductive reasoning 6. Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships 7. Time management 8. Written comprehension Tools and Equipment Used: 1. Tractors & Farm Implements 2. Telephone 3. Fax Machine 4. Copy Machine 5. Motor Vehicles 6. Boats 7. Firearms - Rifles If you go to DOHR’s web site: http://www.tn.gov/hr/topic/employment-opportunities and select the “Current Openings” link you will be able to apply for the Wildlife Technician 1 opportunity beginning on March 22, 2017. Employment Opportunities - TN.Gov<http://www.tn.gov/hr/topic/employment-opportunities> www.tn.gov<http://www.tn.gov> Employment Opportunities. Thank you for your interest in Career Opportunities with the State of Tennessee. Quick Tips for First-Time Visitors. Go to the "Current ... TWRA employees interested in transferring should submit your request for lateral transfer in accordance with Administrative Directive #3 no later March 28, 2017, with your memo sent directly to your current Regional Manager/Division Chief, Supervisor, and the prospective Regional Manager/Division Chief and Supervisor that has the vacancy of interest. Also, please cc a copy to Rick Pharris in TWRA’s HR office. For specific job info or assistance contact: Brian Letner 423-637-2315<tel:(423)%20637-2315>. Application process assistance, Point of Contact: Jennifer Burnett 615-781-6596<tel:(615)%20781-6596>. Note: In order to qualify for a lateral transfer within this job classification (Wildlife Technician 1) you must be currently serving as a Wildlife Technician 1. In addition, you must have demonstrated proficiency in all required competencies required of the position. This means, you must have completed your initial probation in a satisfactory manner prior to transfer. EC/rsp