PORT SAMPLER POSITION
(Dutch Harbor and Seward, and 3 months for St. Paul and
Sand Point)
The International Pacific Halibut Commission is seeking to
hire Port Samplers for the 2010 halibut season. The employment
term is from March 1 through November 15, 2010 (dependent on
season dates set at the January 2010 IPHC Annual Meeting).
Re-employment is possible for subsequent halibut seasons,
typically from March to mid November for Dutch Harbor and
Seward, and 3 months for St. Paul and Sand Point. These are the
ports currently being filled; however, this announcement will
serve to staff other Alaska port sampler positions that may
come available in 2010.
Salary starts at US Federal GS-6 salary ($2,510 per month
plus 2010 COLA increase). Samplers also receive a 25% Alaska
bonus (cost of living adjustment) that is non-taxed. The
Commission offers a range of benefits including medical
insurance, vacation and sick leave, and reimbursement for the
cost of gear, communication, and mileage expenditures. The
applicant is responsible for his or her accommodations
however, some assistance is provided at the start of the
season to aid in procurement. Commission personnel will
provide necessary training.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The incumbent obtains detailed and accurate fishing
information from captain's logbooks and fish ticket
information of halibut purchases from dealer records. The
incumbent also obtains biological data by sampling halibut
landings for length and age material and redeeming halibut
tags. The incumbent serves as the Commission's representative
and performs other assignments as directed.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Fisheries or biological degree from a recognized
University or Technical Institute or related fisheries
sampling work experience.
Abilities: Be able to work independently. Be able to
interface well with others. Must follow sampling protocols to
ensure unbiased results. Be able to transcribe data accurately
and edit collected data following rules and using judgment.
The workload varies greatly and the sampler must be able to
work long hours on some days. Also, the ability to lift fish
as large as 40 pounds is required.
The Commission is an International Governmental
Organization and as such we will be considering applicants
regardless of nationality. However, due to conflict of
interest, the Commission will not hire anyone with direct or
indirect ties to the halibut industry. Due to the nature of
the work and the agency, a background check is also a
condition of employment. Interested applicants should email,
mail or fax a resume with references to: Lara Erikson, AK Port
Sampler Supervisor, PO Box 95009, Seattle, WA 98145-2009, FAX
206-632-2983. The application deadline is December 13, 2009.
Candidates will be selected for interviews based on meeting
basic qualifications and additional demonstrated experience.
For further information, contact Lara Erikson at 206-634-1838
ext. 207 or by e-mail.
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