The Wildlife Research program at Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hiring two permanent Research Biologists positions (NRS-1) housed in Roseburg, OR and Central Point, OR. The application deadline is Thursday the 26th – it is coming up very soon, so act now!
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Application Deadline: 10/26/2023
Agency: OR Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range: $3,546 – $5,396
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Wildlife Research Biologist)
Job Description:
Make a Difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources!
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.
Use your passion for Wildlife Research to make a difference in the State of Oregon. The Department of Fish and Wildlife has two (2) permanent, full-time Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Research Biologist) openings in our Wildlife Research Program. One position is located in Roseburg, Oregon and the second position is located in Central Point, Oregon.
What you will do:
Assist project staff and contractors in the capture and processing of wildlife:
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Assist with capture of wildlife using appropriate techniques.
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Assist in the use of immobilization drugs and net guns to capture and relocate animals, tag animals, and collect biological samples.
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Assess physical condition and collect biological samples from captured and harvested wildlife e.g., teeth, reproductive tracts, kidneys and udders.
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Accurately record appropriate, project-specified data on each animal.
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Attach marks: radio-collars, visual markers, ear tags, etc. to captured wildlife and check for proper function.
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Occasionally use firearms to euthanize injured or dangerous wildlife.
Assist staff in monitoring animal populations:
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Monitor status of radio-marked animals with radio-telemetry to determine locations, mortality, movements, cause of death, habitat use, etc. Monitoring may occur several times per day and requires using a compass, GPS units, and advanced telemetry receivers to obtain bearings from multiple locations for triangulation. Monitoring may include flying in fixed-wing and helicopter.
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Conduct trend surveys to determine wildlife population density estimates.
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Coordinate with Department staff (and other agencies) to accomplish wildlife population monitoring.
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Record data in the field and in computer files. Summarize and tabulate data.
Collect, verify, maintain, and analyze research data for written reports and publication
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Record data obtained from duties 1 – 2 above and computer enter all data. Verify entered data for accuracy. Maintain data in appropriate (per study design) format or file structure.
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Conduct appropriate analysis on collected data (as indicated by supervisor or study design). Writes preliminary reports and assists with manuscript preparation.
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Collect other data as specified in study plans or as directed by supervisor.
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Assist in the development of research proposals.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
Working Conditions
• Job requires employee to travel by air, vehicle, ATV, or foot through isolated, rugged and hazardous terrain during all seasons, and under all weather conditions. Workdays may be in excess of 8 hours and work week in excess of 40 hours.
• This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
• Requires a flexible work schedule that varies in the number of hours worked on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day, or a work schedule in which the starting and stopping times vary on a daily basis, but not necessarily each day. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours. This job requires frequent (monthly) schedule flexibility, with work hours often on weekends, after 5:00 PM or before 8:00 AM daily.
• May require occasional use of a firearm.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background information may disqualify you from further consideration.
NOTE: Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
• 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 years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program.
Requested Skills:
• Working directly with other biologists or stakeholders to coordinate research or monitoring studies.
• Designing and implementing wildlife sampling and monitoring activities.
• Evaluating biological data and making management and hunting season recommendations.
• Speaking in public and making presentations.
• Writing progress reports, technical reports, or data summaries.
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by your resume’ or the “Job History” (Work Experience) section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in your resume’ or the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.
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Notes for External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting. The system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity. You must submit your application after you begin the process. You cannot save your progress and come back to it later.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur.
The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Veterans – If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
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If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer