Biological Science Assistant (Two Permanent Positions) Charleston Shellfish Sampler and Commercial Crab Sampler

State of Oregon • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

Hiring two permanent positions: Charleston Shellfish Sampler and Commercial Crab Sampler MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES! Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! We especially encourage students, early career professionals, and anyone interested in a career in fish, wildlife, and natural resources, to apply! Come learn and train with ODFW and help us fulfill our mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. As a Charleston Shellfish Sampler (Biological Science Assistant) with the Marine Resources Program (MRP) in Charleston, Oregon, you will provide assistance with sampling, monitoring, surveys, and research for multiple commercial and recreational shellfish fisheries. Duties include collecting, tabulating, and analyzing data on shellfish fisheries, shellfish resources, and estuary habitat. The position will have frequent contact with shellfish commercial and recreational fishery participants as well as the public while collecting data. This position requires a Boater Education Certificate obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board within sixty days of appointment. For a full review of the CHARLESTON SHELLFISH SAMPLER position details, duties and working conditions, click here. - OR - As a Commercial Crab Sampler (Biological Science Assistant) with the Marine Resources Program (MRP) in Charleston, Oregon, you will collect and enter data from the commercial Dungeness crab fishery including from vessel offloads (dockside sampling), onboard fishing vessels (at-sea sampling), derelict gear recovery trips, logbooks, and research, management, and monitoring projects. The position also serves as an agency liaison to commercial fishers and the public . For a full review of the COMMERCIAL CRAB SAMPLER position details, duties and working conditions, click here. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Click on the links above to view the full list of duties for each position. Clearly describe how you meet the desired attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Nice To Haves

• Field sampling experience
• At-sea experience
• Experience collecting and recording data from commercial or recreational fisheries
• Data entry experience
• Experience generating summaries, tables and charts for reports
• Experience conducting outreach and communicating with public on natural resource topics
• Anyone who has or is in pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological/ecological sciences

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed