Fish Biologist

Job Title

Fish Biologist

Duties

Serve as an advisor to the Supervisory Fish Biologist for development and planning of fish management programs.

Develops methods, techniques, and monitors implementation of fisheries programs.

Coordinate with project personnel on matters such as fish facilities maintenance operating standards, fish facilities improvements, and coordination of deviating from the Fish Passage Plan.

Review plans for fish facilities modifications to ensure safe fish passage.

Analyze quantities and distribution of water in fish collection systems and fish ladders to make recommendations to improve hydraulic conditions in adult and juvenile bypass facilities.

Review work reports and research proposals submitted by State and Federal fishery agencies and Indian tribes covering fish facilities, research, fish protective programs, and effects of dam operations of fish resources.

Maintain knowledge of environmental law as it pertains to the impact of Corps activities on fish, including the Wildlife Coordination Act, Endangered Species Act, Northwest Planning Act, etc.

Analyze information for possible application in fish conservation and management at Corps projects.