Supervisor Fish and Wildlife Biologist

Department Of Fish And Wildlife • Charleston, SC

297d • $5,763 - $8,504

About The Position

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON'S NATURAL RESOURCES! Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today: This permanent, full-time position located in Charleston, Oregon. 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. As a Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist in Charleston, Oregon, you will direct and implement all fish management activities within the Coos/Coquille/Tenmile Fish District in ODFW's Umpqua Watershed District. The fish district manages fish stocks and protects and restores habitat in service of ODFW's mission. Specific direction and policy for these programs comes from the Fish and Wildlife Commission, the Fish and Habitat Divisions, the West Region Manager, and the Umpqua Watershed Manager.

Requirements

• Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program
• At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities
• 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, -OR- three additional years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fisheries or wildlife program
• One year of experience must have included leadwork or supervisory duties

Nice To Haves

• Strong leadership and supervisory background and abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills and conflict resolution abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrates a strong commitment, interest, and desire to serve the working relationship with Oregon's federally recognized Tribes
• Knowledge and working experience in fisheries biology; particularly hatchery management, harvest management, and habitat restoration and protection
• Experience developing presentations and presenting and speaking to groups
• Knowledge of databases, database programs, and mapping skills
• Experience performing data analysis using a variety of statistical tools
• Experience developing and implementing project proposals, monitoring budgets and tracking expenditures

Responsibilities

• Supervision of district fisheries staff
• Establishment and maintenance of partnerships with Tribal governments, local conservation and recreation organizations, federal, state, and local governments, and various other entities
• Coordination and oversight of District fisheries management activities, including volunteer activities, habitat protection and restoration, inventory of habitat and fisheries resources, and hatchery activities
• Development and maintenance of strong public relations

Benefits

• 11 paid holidays a year
• Competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Live, work and play in Charleston, Oregon

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree