Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Fish Biologist)

State of Oregon•Central Point, OR

10d•$4,738 - $7,247•Onsite

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. Make a difference in Oregon’s fisheries! We're seeking a motivated individual to support fish resource management in the upper Rogue Basin—working on habitat restoration, harvest planning, conservation efforts, and leading seasonal field staff. This is a full-time, permanent position located in Central Point, Oregon.

Requirements

Option 1: Five years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included one year of at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports
Option 2: 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 and two years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program
Option 3: A Master's degree Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences and one year biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports
Option 4: A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.
Boater education card
Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response training certification (HAZWOPER)
Use of a state issued credit card (SPOTS), for work-related purchases.
Must have a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with anadromous salmonids
Knowledge of salmonid life history patterns and habitat requirements
Experience working with other partners (biologists, stakeholders, landowners, volunteers, etc.), for protection of fish populations and habitats
Experience summarizing, analyzing, and presenting biological data
Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating fishery monitoring or research projects.

Responsibilities

Assist the district fish biologist in managing the fish resources of the upper Rogue Basin.
Habitat protection.
Habitat restoration.
Inventory of habitat and fish resources.
Harvest management.
Planning.
Utilization of hatchery resources.
Implementing selected ODFW Oregon Plan and conservation plan measures.
Public relations.
Direct the daily scheduling and assignments of seasonal and permanent employees within the district.