Project Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1)
About The Position
As a Project Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 1) for the Inland Fish Science Program in Corvallis, Oregon, you will serve as the biologist and crew lead for ODFW’s research and monitoring efforts focused on spring Chinook and winter steelhead in the Willamette River. Duties also include: Assisting in the training, direction, and review of field activities for up to six Biological Science Assistants, conducting spawning surveys for spring Chinook and winter steelhead, sampling juvenile salmon, steelhead, and other fish species using rotary screw traps, trap nets, seines, and snorkeling methods, managing project data and assisting with preparation of reports, and ensuring accurate recording, management, and transfer of data. This position requires acquiring a Boater Education Certificate obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board within the first six months of appointment.
Requirements
- Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience collecting and recording data
- Experience training crew members on survey, tagging and sampling methods
- Boating experience with rafts, kayaks, and motorboats
- Data summary and analysis experience
- Experience managing databases
- Experience writing reports
Responsibilities
- Serve as the biologist and crew lead for ODFW’s research and monitoring efforts focused on spring Chinook and winter steelhead in the Willamette River.
- Assist in the training, direction, and review of field activities for up to six Biological Science Assistants.
- Conduct spawning surveys for spring Chinook and winter steelhead.
- Sample juvenile salmon, steelhead, and other fish species using rotary screw traps, trap nets, seines, and snorkeling methods.
- Manage project data and assist with preparation of reports.
- Ensure accurate recording, management, and transfer of data.
Benefits
- 11 paid holidays a year
- Competitive benefits package
- Advancement and learning opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
