Project Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1)

Position Title Project Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1) Duties Assisting in the training, direction, and review of field activities for up to six Biological Science Assistants Conducting spawning surveys for spring Chinook and winter steelhead Sampling juvenile salmon, steelhead, and other fish species using rotary screw traps, trap nets, seines, and snorkeling methods Managing project data and assisting with preparation of reports Ensuring accurate recording, management, and transfer of data Required Boater Education Certificate must be obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board within the first six months of appointment. Qualifications Option 1: Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. Option 2: A Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related field with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework. Desired Attributes Experience collecting and recording data Experience training crew members on survey, tagging and sampling methods Boating experience with rafts, kayaks, and motorboats Data summary and analysis experience Experience managing databases Experience writing reports Benefits 11 paid holidays a year and a competitive benefits package Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon Additional Information Represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and subject to collective bargaining agreement terms. Finalists are subject to criminal history and motor vehicle checks; adverse background may disqualify. Applicants will complete U.S. Department of Homeland Security I‑9 and ODFW participates in E‑Verify. Veterans and Oregon National Guard preference available; see Veterans Resources for details. Equal Opportunity Statement The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr