Human Dimensions Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 3)

State of Oregon

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About The Position

As a Human Dimensions Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 3) based in Newport, Oregon, your primary responsibilities will include leading the execution of ODFW’s Oregon Marine Reserves Human Dimensions Monitoring & Research Plan and serving as the Department’s primary point of contact with regards to social science related to the marine reserves and nearshore marine resource management.

Requirements

• Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program.
• At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities
• Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, a degree in human dimensions of natural resources or a closely-related Bachelor's degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework, OR three additional years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program.

Nice To Haves

• Preference given for a Doctorate degree with a focus in social science and/or human dimensions
• Master’s degree in social science (e.g., anthropology, economics, geography, psychology, political science, sociology)
• A publication record of social-ecological studies
• Interdisciplinary social science research experience
• Experience with human dimensions monitoring methods and survey design
• Qualitative and quantitative analysis experience in human dimensions research
• Experience effectively communicating scientific concepts to a wide range of audiences—including the public, stakeholders, rightsholders, and the scientific community—paired with a strong background in outreach and engagement activities
• Experience leading multidisciplinary collaborations
• Economic modeling experience
• Data management experience
• Experience writing and securing grants

Responsibilities

• Identifying social science research priorities
• Leading research design, data collection, analysis and reporting both within ODFW and in collaboration with academic, community and other partners
• External communication
• Outreach and engagement
• Administering research budget
• Coordinating contracts and agreements
• Developing research grant proposals

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
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees