Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Shellfish Assistant Project Leader)

State of Oregon•Newport, OR

30d•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. We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located in Newport, Oregon. What you will do: In this position, you will serve as the assistant project leader for management of select Oregon commercial and recreational shellfish fisheries, engaging in a variety of tasks ranging from field research to data analysis and communication with stakeholders. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the sustainable management of shellfish resources and make a meaningful impact on marine conservation efforts. This position requires a valid vehicle driver license, an acceptable driving record, and an Oregon boater education card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board. As needed, this position must have or obtain a Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response training certification (HAZWOPER) if assigned, to respond to hazardous material spill events. For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

Requirements

Option 1: 5 years of experience in biological sciences/natural resources 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 Biology, 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 experience in biological sciences/natural resources 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 3: A Master's degree in Biology, Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Bachelor's degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework and one year of experience in biological sciences/natural resources 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 4: A Doctorate degree in Biology, Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.
valid vehicle driver license
an acceptable driving record
an Oregon boater education card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board
HAZWOPER training certification (if assigned)

Nice To Haves

Planning, organizing, and conducting ecological field studies in intertidal and/or estuarine environments
Familiarity and understanding of the biology and ecology of intertidal shellfish, especially bay clams and crab
Conducting field operations using and operating small boats
Planning, designing, and implementing research activities to help improve management of shellfish fisheries
Managing and creating databases, querying data, and conducting statistical and spatial analyses
Preparing summary documents, fishery management plans, and technical reports
Providing communication and outreach to members of the public, stakeholders, and the media
Developing and/or updating educational and outreach materials.

Responsibilities

serve as the assistant project leader for management of select Oregon commercial and recreational shellfish fisheries
engaging in a variety of tasks ranging from field research to data analysis and communication with stakeholders
contribute to the sustainable management of shellfish resources
make a meaningful impact on marine conservation efforts

Benefits

Work/life balance, 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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