Monitoring Assistant (Biological Science Assistant)

State of Oregon • Central Point, OR

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About The Position

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located in Central Point, Oregon. What you will do: In this position you will conduct surveys associated with conservation plan implementation for multiple species. The projects’ major activities include: Surveying selected streams to count naturally spawning salmon and steelhead Conducting snorkel counts and/or electro-fishing estimates of juvenile salmonids in coastal streams Monitoring upstream and downstream fish traps Conducting field surveys to assess the condition of stream habitat You will also be responsible for quality control of the information, writing summaries of sampling results, maintaining field gear and equipment, coordinating with ODFW district staff, and requesting permission from private landowners to access sample sites. NOTE: This position requires a Boater Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board to be obtained within the first 6 months of employment. 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. For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here. Clearly describe how you meet the desired attributes in your application materials. We cannot accept additional application materials after the application deadline. These materials determine whether you move forward in the selection process and help establish your starting salary. Be sure your work and education history is accurate, thorough, and fully reflects your skills and experience, even if they do not seem directly related to the position. Click here to learn more about Equal Pay Analysis and What You Need to Know to Get the Job

Requirements

• Minimum qualifications are not established for this position; however, we are seeking applicants with the following experience or skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience collecting and recording biological data
• Experience conducting biological field surveys
• Experience identifying and enumerating salmonids
• Maintain and repair fish sampling gear and equipment
• Experience rowing boats on whitewater rivers
• Anyone who has or is in pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological/ecological sciences

Responsibilities

• Surveying selected streams to count naturally spawning salmon and steelhead
• Conducting snorkel counts and/or electro-fishing estimates of juvenile salmonids in coastal streams
• Monitoring upstream and downstream fish traps
• Conducting field surveys to assess the condition of stream habitat
• Quality control of the information
• Writing summaries of sampling results
• Maintaining field gear and equipment
• Coordinating with ODFW district staff
• Requesting permission from private landowners to access sample sites

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