Biologist II - Senior - Principal

CONFEDERATED TRIBES OF THE COLVILLE RESERVATION • , WA

1d • $31 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Non-Exempt position. Responsible for strategic oversight and daily management of all anadromous fish harvest programs under the jurisdiction of the Colville Confederated Tribes (CCT). The Harvest Sub-Division Biologist oversees a complex harvest program designed to support traditional subsistence and ceremonial fisheries while simultaneously increasing abundance, distribution, diversity and productivity of naturally spawning populations of summer/fall Chinook salmon in the Columbia and Okanogan Rivers.

Requirements

• Biologist II: A Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in fisheries, natural resources science, or environmental science AND 36 months’ experience at the Biologist I or equivalent level related to fish management, conservation, and/or research; OR A Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the applicable science AND 12 months’ experience at the Biologist I or equivalent level related to fish management, conservation, and/or research. Transcript required.
• Senior Biologist: A Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the applicable science AND 36 months of required experience; OR A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in fisheries, natural resources science, or environmental science AND 60 months’ experience at the Biologist I or II or equivalent level related to fish management, fish research, habitat management, or habitat research. Transcript required.
• Principal Biologist: A Master’s degree from an accredited college in the applicable science AND 96 months of progressive experience up to the Senior Biologist level; OR A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in fisheries, natural resources science, or environmental science AND 120 months of progressive experience up to the Senior Biologist level related to fish management, or fish research. Transcript required.
• Requires a valid Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the Tribes’ vehicle insurance.
• May require a class B CDL.
• Requires a clean driver’s record that qualifies for a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operators Identification card.
• Requires a food handlers permit or able to obtain within 10 days of employment.
• Requires a forklift operator license or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Requires a Washington State boat safety course within 90 days of hire.
• Must maintain license, certifications and insurance coverage through out duration of employment.
• Requires knowledge the CCT and other Columbia River salmon fisheries.
• Requires knowledge of U.S. v. Oregon Agreement.
• Requires knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements.
• Requires knowledge of the Endangered Species Act and their processes.
• Requires fish management knowledge and skill.
• Requires knowledge of standard laboratory and field methods and statistical data processing related to fisheries work, fish species, their habits, population dynamics, life histories and fishing harvest regulations.
• Requires various techniques for salmon harvest management (selective fishing, targeting hatchery versus wild fish, recovery of ESA species with harvest) Regional salmon recovery and sub-basin plans, and other Columbia River and Pacific Ocean salmon harvest, production, and fish habitat management processes and techniques.
• Requires knowledge of the legal concept of Tribal sovereignty and the interplay of Tribal sovereignty with state and federal fish and wildlife laws, regulations and administrative actions.
• Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders with diverse backgrounds and interests.
• Requires work history that reflects excellent attendance.
• Requires the ability to gain cooperation from civic groups, landowners, agency or local governments as it relates to fisheries management.
• Requires the ability to write and speak clearly and effectively including preparing and delivering written and oral presentations to technical and non-technical groups.
• Requires the ability to complete repetitive tasks such as habitat data collection.
• Requires the ability to understand environmental regulation and related laws.
• Requires the ability to build long-term positive and professional working relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders and coworkers including the Colville Business Council, other department managers, departmental employees, tribal members, funding agency representatives, regulatory agency representatives and other government and tribal entities.
• Requires the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Requires the ability to carry out tasks to completion and meeting program deadlines.
• Requires the ability to express oneself in a clear, concise, and scientifically accurate manner when providing oral or written reports to diverse audiences.
• Requires the ability to coordinate, lead and supervise technical and non-technical volunteers and staff.
• Requires the ability to supervise use of and maintenance of equipment and lead others in performing a variety of outdoor work tasks in inclement weather.
• Requires the ability to develop and conduct original fish research or management studies.
• Requires the ability to utilize computers and software applications for routine data analysis and word processing tasks.
• Requires the ability to apply research and statistical methods and techniques to the project and related programs.
• Requires the ability to analyze environmental information, interpret harvest regulations and policies, synthesize research findings and formulate fish management recommendations, guidelines and regulations.
• Requires the ability to administer and lead project, including record-keeping, budget building and tracking, and implementing Tribal and federal administrative processes.
• Requires the ability to function indoors in an office environment and outdoors.
• Requires the ability to work in an office setting, attending meetings, perform site visits and conduct fieldwork.
• Requires sufficient hand-eye-arm coordination to use a keyboard and 10-key plus arm/hand movements to retrieve work materials and operate a variety of general office equipment.
• Requires auditory ability to carry on conversations over the phone and in person.
• Requires good physical condition to be able to work and hike in inclement weather conditions of over variable and rugged terrain carrying up to 50 pounds.
• Requires the ability to drive light duty trucks, tow and disconnect trailers.
• Requires the ability to launch and operate a boat.
• Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers.
• Requires the ability to sit for considerable periods of time and complete repetitive tasks.
• Requires the ability to work a variable schedule, including evenings, early mornings, holidays, and weekends as the work dictates.
• Requires the ability to travel for work projects, meetings, training and conference participation as necessary.
• Requires ability to drive in adverse weather conditions.
• Requires the ability to work effectively in all weather conditions and in rough terrain.
• Requires the ability safely tow, launch, and operate boats.
• Requires the ability to work around cold, deep, swift moving water.
• Requires the ability to swim.

Responsibilities

• Strategic oversight and daily management of all anadromous fish harvest programs under the jurisdiction of the Colville Confederated Tribes (CCT).
• Oversee a complex harvest program designed to support traditional subsistence and ceremonial fisheries.
• Increase abundance, distribution, diversity and productivity of naturally spawning populations of summer/fall Chinook salmon in the Columbia and Okanogan Rivers.

Benefits

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
• 401k with employer contributions
• Short- and Long-Term disability for Full-Time employees
• Generous leave package includes paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave for Full-Time and Part-Time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level