Noxious Weed Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 2 - Permanent - 2026-08218
About The Position
This position supports WDFW’s mission by preserving and creating habitat through the management of noxious weeds and invasive vegetation. With leadership experience, the Noxious Weed Biologist will oversee the Montesano weed crew as they implement Spartina eradication efforts and other restoration/enhancement projects in Coastal Region 6. The role involves restoring/enhancing fish and wildlife habitat by implementing field projects to control noxious weeds and other vegetation, identifying weed projects of regional importance, and organizing, scheduling, and implementing these projects through active participation and use of integrated pest management. The biologist will conduct and delegate Spartina eradication duties for Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor to the Pest Biologist 1, tracking progress and success. Coordination with wildlife area managers and other agencies is crucial for partnering on weed projects. The role also includes operating specialized equipment, maintaining records, producing maps using ArcPRO, and writing reports. Additionally, the position involves maintaining and repairing specialized equipment, vehicles, and other machinery to ensure safe and reliable operation. Leadership and administrative duties include planning, assigning, and reviewing the work of staff, evaluating performance, purchasing equipment, and completing fiscal paperwork.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, environmental science, or a closely related field.
- One (1) year of professional experience in fish management/research, wildlife management/research, or habitat management/research.
- A Master’s degree or higher in an applicable science may substitute for the required experience.
- One (1) year as a Fish and Wildlife Biologist 1.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) pesticide license with aquatic endorsement (can be obtained within 30 days of employment).
Nice To Haves
- Supervising and managing field crews to complete field projects.
- Operating boats and airboats in marine environments.
- Operating amphibious tractors, mowers, and other machinery.
- Applying herbicide.
- Trailering equipment.
- Maintaining and repairing equipment.
- Collecting data using GPS devices and using programs to map data.
- Using collected data and other information to write reports.
- Flying drones.
- Using Microsoft Office.
- Familiarity with Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) management principles and procedures.
- Familiarity with Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles.
- Familiarity with Marine environments, wetland biology, and wetland botany.
- Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC).
- Public Operator pesticide applicator license, with the following endorsements: Aquatic Turf & Ornamental
- Drone pilot license.
Responsibilities
- Restore/enhance fish and wildlife habitat by implementing field projects to control noxious weeds and other vegetation
- Work with the Noxious Weed Coordinator to identify weed projects of regional importance
- Organize, schedule, and implement these projects through active participation and use of integrated pest management
- Conduct and delegate Spartina eradication duties for Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor to the Pest Biologist 1, tracking the progress and success of those efforts
- Coordinate with wildlife area managers, as well as other federal, tribal, state, county agencies, and NGOs to partner on weed projects
- Operate specialized equipment (such as airboats, drones, and amphibious tractors)
- Maintain records, produce maps using ArcPRO, and write biweekly progress reports and annual summary reports
- Diagnose and repair specialized equipment (such as airboats, amphibious tractors, and trailers) to ensure safe and reliable operation in the field
- Perform routine maintenance and repair of vehicles, pumps, and other equipment to ensure the safe, timely, and reliable operation in the field
- Plan, assign, and review the work of staff, adjusting assignments and schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels for project workloads
- Evaluate employee performance and prepare performance appraisals
- Purchase equipment, goods, and services according to Department policies and complete fiscal paperwork in a timely manner
- Completes personal travel paperwork and approve their staff’s paperwork
Benefits
- There are other benefits that WDFW employees may be eligible for.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
