Puget Sound & Coastal Troll Quick Reporter - Data Consultant 1 - Permanent Job a

Salary : $3,840.00 - $5,137.00 Monthly

Location : Thurston County - Olympia, WA

Job Type : Full Time - Permanent

Job Number : 2025-07235

Department : Dept. of Fish and Wildlife

Opening Date : 10 / 14 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 23 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

Title- Puget Sound and Coastal Troll Quick Reporter

Classification- Data Consultant 1

Job Status- Full-Time / Permanent WDFW Program- FishProgram - Puget Sound Salmon Management Division Duty Station- Olympia, Washington - Thurston County

Hybrid / Telework- This position is approved to telework up to two days per week, depending on in-season fishery openings and at the discretion of the hiring manager. Telework availability is generally offered during the slower months when fisheries are closed (December-May).

Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW !

Photo Caption : Salmon fishing boats on Puget Sound - Photo Credit : Chase Gunnell

As part of the Puget Sound Salmon Management Division, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of Washington's commercial salmon and halibut fisheries. In this position, you'll lead field data collection efforts from commercial fishers, buyers, and dealers through Quick Reporting, ensuring timely and accurate data that directly supports harvest management decisions.

Your work ensures that decisions are based on high-quality, real-time information - helping protect, restore, and sustain Washington's fish populations and fishing opportunities.

If you're detail-oriented, data-driven, and passionate about supporting sustainable fisheries, this is your opportunity to make an impact on Washington's commercial fishing heritage and marine ecosystems.

What to Expect-

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Puget Sound and Coastal Troll Quick Reporter will be responsible for,

Data Management

• Responsible for researching and analyzing received commercial salmon harvest data from commercial buyers for accuracy and completeness to derive commercial catch data used in writing daily / weekly catch estimate reports.
• Responsible for QA / QC of Quick Reported data from commercial buyers for generated reports for fishery management : perform comparison checks of quick reported data with catch estimate surveys and mailed fish ticket information, which results in a commercial salmon harvest database that is current, complete, and error free.
• Beta test data collection platforms and databases, provide edits and suggestions to IT staff to implement new interface for the commercial database to transfer from the Access platform to a web-based platform in the Web-App Portal. Provide input on process efficiencies and support the transition to upgrade current reporting systems to electronic and automated systems.
• Maintain Access and Web Portal Commercial Coastal Troll and Puget Sound Quick Report Soft Data databases for the acquisition, storage, and retrieval of data.
• On a daily / weekly basis, use these platforms to generate reports in-season catch reports for commercial fishery biologists and managers.
• Assist IT and unit Data Mangers with developing and designing new databases as well as improving and troubleshooting existing databases on web-based and Microsoft Access platforms or others as needed.

Customer Service and Administrative Responsibilities :

Working Conditions :

Work setting, including hazards : Work setting is mainly in an office environment. Occasional fieldwork. Other hazards may include chemicals, on-board tripping hazards, inclement weather, sharp tools, lifting and carrying (50 lb. max), boat-to-boat transfers, repetitive movements of hands, long periods of sitting / standing, fish blood and slime, occasional hostility from constituents. This position may involve working in or near water, including tasks that require navigating, negotiating, and performing duties related to water environments.

Schedule : This position is full-time, working 40 hours per week. The standard work schedule includes the potential for occasional evening or weekend work as needed. Alternative schedules may be considered based on business needs.

Customer interaction : Ongoing interactions with commercial fish buyers, commercial fishers, the public and representatives from other agencies.

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications :

Option 1 : A Bachelor's degree, including college-level course work in statistics and / or mathematics

Option 2 : One (1) year of work experience in statistics, analysis, or research

Option 3 : Equivalent education / experience.

Preferred Qualifications :

In addition to the required qualifications, our ideal applicant will possess one or more of the following :

Your application should include the following :

Supplemental information :

In addition to and other , there are other that WDFW employees may be eligible for. Click the "Benefits" tab at the top of this announcement to learn more.

Important Note :

All new employees must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) on their first day of work. If hired for this or any position at WDFW, you will be required to provide documentation proving you are eligible to work in the United States. For a list of acceptable documents, please use the following link : https : / / www.uscis.gov / i-9-central / form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Union - WAFWP :

This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals.

Veteran and Military Spouse Preference Notice :

Per RCW 73.16.010 Veterans and qualifying spouses who meet the minimum qualifications of a position are eligible for preference during the initial application review stage. To receive this benefit, please do the following :

Please redact any PII (personally identifiable information) data such as social security numbers.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer

As part of WDFW's efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications. Therefore, we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully. All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Request an accommodation : Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format please contact Jayme Chase by phone 360-902-2278 or email Jayme.Chase@dfw.wa.gov, or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at 800-833-6388.

Technical Difficulties : If you are having technical difficulties creating, accessing, or completing your application, please call NEOGOV toll-free at (855) 524-5627 or .

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More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits :

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note : If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation

State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note : Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and / or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note : Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 07-21-2025

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