CWD Surveillance Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1)
About The Position
We are hiring for one seasonal, full-time Natural Resource Specialist 1 – CWD Surveillance Biologist in Corvallis, Oregon. This position is expected to last from September 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 (These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project’s control). You will assist in work duties supporting the Wildlife Health and Population Laboratories, specifically working to support the veterinarians, population biologist, and agency district biologists in the surveillance, prevention, and management of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Duties include: CWD database entry and data management/GIS mapping Public response to phone inquiries CWD sampling and collection of harvested and road-kill salvage cervid heads and carcasses Online hunter CWD results reporting Collection of samples of harvested animals from taxidermists and meat processors Carcass disposal coordination Hunting season check station Removal of targeted surveillance animals Public outreach CWD field equipment (truck, trailer, ATV) maintenance This position also requires an ATV Safety Card within the first 30 days of hire. 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.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Bachelor's degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework; OR Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program.
Nice To Haves
- ATV experience
- Experience collecting biological samples
- Experience collecting and recording data
- Experience creating databases
- Experience with wildlife biology and physiology
- ARC GIS software and mapping experience
- Outreach and education experience
- Wildlife check station experience
- Mechanical experience with trucks, trailers, and ATVs
Responsibilities
- CWD database entry and data management/GIS mapping
- Public response to phone inquiries
- CWD sampling and collection of harvested and road-kill salvage cervid heads and carcasses
- Online hunter CWD results reporting
- Collection of samples of harvested animals from taxidermists and meat processors
- Carcass disposal coordination
- Hunting season check station
- Removal of targeted surveillance animals
- Public outreach
- CWD field equipment (truck, trailer, ATV) maintenance
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
