Yakama Reservation Watersheds Special Project Leader-FRM

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation•Toppenish, WA

7d•$36

About The Position

Employee will direct the implementation of the Toppenish Creek Corridor Enhancement Project and manage the other Yakima Reservation Watersheds Project located on the Yakama Reservation. Works with the YN Fisheries Habitat Coordinator, Technical Coordinator and Program Manager to develop and implement policy for fisheries and habitat restoration work on the Yakama Reservation. Works on behalf of the Fisheries Program in coordination with the YN Engineering Program, the Wapato Irrigation Project and the Bureau of Reclamation to develop and implement the Toppenish Creek Corridor Enhancement Project. Additional responsibilities include assist with development and implementation of resource management policy, solicitation and management of project funding, coordination with YNF projects, and other YN programs, non-governmental organizations and local, state, and federal agencies and governments. Examples of Work Performed: Oversees Engineering and Construction projects in stream systems that pertain to fish restoration. Identifies restoration projects goals and sets watershed-level restoration priorities for YRWP leader and Toppenish Creek Corridor Staff. Participates in regional workgroups to stay informed of current science and new technologies and to present and represent Yakama Nation Resource goals. Implement Toppenish Creek Corridor Enhancement project irrigation action plans. May be required to represent YN on regional management and recovery boards; provides reviews and feedback on all YRWP and Yakima River restoration projects. Provides feedback and guidance to project biologists on the development of contacts with outside entities including Action Agencies, counties, design firms, construction firms. Manages multiple project accounts. Contracts and manages restoration work within the project boundaries. Assures that project activities are consistent with tribal and federal polices and regulations. Assures that tribal and federal permitting requirements are met, with coordination between designers and permitting entities during the design process to ensure timely project implementation. Develops management agreements with funding and regulatory agencies (e.g., National Marine Fisheries Service, Bonneville Power Administration, etc.). Provides policy assistance to tribal, state, and federal funding, management, and regulatory agencies. Provides technical assistance to local resource groups. Assures that project goals and timelines are met. Conducts research on relevant natural resource management issues. Presents research and monitoring findings in professional forums including BPA provincial reviews, technical society meetings, etc. Assists with hiring and indirect supervision of professionals and technicians. Must have a strong background in salmon habitat restoration techniques. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of federal natural resource management laws and regulations.
Knowledge of BPA policies and procedures as well as software (CB Fish) used.
Knowledge of Yakama Nation natural resource management and administrative policies.
Knowledge of the life histories and ecology of Yakima River Basin anadromous fish stocks, and Yakama Reservation resident fish populations.
Knowledge of anadromous fish habitat and population sampling techniques (e.g., USFS Level II Habitat sampling protocols, screw trapping, spawner surveys, electrofishing, etc.).
Knowledge of watershed processes and restoration techniques including vascular plant ecology, fluvial geomorphology, climatology, and hydraulics.
Knowledge of Wapato Irrigation Project infrastructure, its use, and its deficiencies.
Knowledge of management techniques including fire management, ecology, road engineering, silvicultural and grazing practices, agricultural engineering, fluvial engineering.
Knowledge of federal and state natural resource management policies (e.g., Endangered Species Act, State Environmental Policy Act, National Environment Policy Act, Code of Federal Regulations), and knowledge of Tribal Recovery Plans.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with local, state, federal agencies, and NGO's.
Knowledge of the funding and contracting policies/procedures of external funding agencies including Bonneville Power Administration, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Natural Resource Conservation Service, Washington State Department of Transportation, Administration of Native Americans.
Skills in general computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and commonly used scientific software.
Ability to supervise and coordinate a large staff comprised of professionals and technicians.
Ability and familiarity with Yakama Nation contracting procedures.
Ability to implement and coordinate a diverse array of field activities.
Ability to coordinate YN restoration projects with other YN or external fish recovery efforts.
Ability to collaboratively participate in regional recovery and management groups.
Ability to do significant amounts of project management type work from remote locations with minimal administrative assistance.
Ability to incorporate new technologies, policies, and procedures to better meet project objectives.
Ability to develop and deliver presentations and educational seminars to funding entities, professional organizations, public schools, and agricultural producers.
Demonstrated ability to supervise the implementation of salmon habitat restoration projects on a multiwatershed scale.
Demonstrated capacity to manage all facets of field-based restoration, research, and monitoring projects.
Bachelor's or Master's of Science degree in Fisheries Science, Biology, Fluvial Geomorphology, Hydrology, Stream Restoration or related field.
Two years work experience as a Biologist III in natural resources management focusing on salmon habitat restoration.
A Master's degree may substitute for one year of work experience.
Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Fisheries Science, Biology, Fluvial Geomorphology, Hydrology, or related field.
Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Oversees Engineering and Construction projects in stream systems that pertain to fish restoration.
Identifies restoration projects goals and sets watershed-level restoration priorities for YRWP leader and Toppenish Creek Corridor Staff.
Participates in regional workgroups to stay informed of current science and new technologies and to present and represent Yakama Nation Resource goals.
Implement Toppenish Creek Corridor Enhancement project irrigation action plans.
May be required to represent YN on regional management and recovery boards; provides reviews and feedback on all YRWP and Yakima River restoration projects.
Provides feedback and guidance to project biologists on the development of contacts with outside entities including Action Agencies, counties, design firms, construction firms.
Manages multiple project accounts.
Contracts and manages restoration work within the project boundaries.
Assures that project activities are consistent with tribal and federal polices and regulations.
Assures that tribal and federal permitting requirements are met, with coordination between designers and permitting entities during the design process to ensure timely project implementation.
Develops management agreements with funding and regulatory agencies (e.g., National Marine Fisheries Service, Bonneville Power Administration, etc.).
Provides policy assistance to tribal, state, and federal funding, management, and regulatory agencies.
Provides technical assistance to local resource groups.
Assures that project goals and timelines are met.
Conducts research on relevant natural resource management issues.
Presents research and monitoring findings in professional forums including BPA provincial reviews, technical society meetings, etc.
Assists with hiring and indirect supervision of professionals and technicians.
Must have a strong background in salmon habitat restoration techniques.
Other duties as assigned.