Initial Posting Date:
05/11/2021
Application Deadline:
05/25/2021
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$3,354 – $5,106
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 1 (Nearshore Albacore Fishery Specialist)
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.
If you have a passion for marine fisheries management and an interest in working with the public to collect and analyze data on the beautiful coast of Oregon, then this position may be for you! Initial interviews are anticipated to be held via phone, video, or virtual interview due to the current situation related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video and links:
https://www.dfw.state.or.us/MRP/docs/E1_Backgrounder_MRP_Overview_2013-10-03.pdf
https://www.dfw.state.or.us/MRP/docs/Backgrounder_Comm_Fishing.pdf
What you will do:
• Receive and code commercial nearshore fishing vessel logbooks from vessel skippers or other personnel. Contact nearshore and black/blue rockfish permit holders to obtain late logbooks and coach fishers in the correct way to fill out the logbook per regulations. Error check logbooks and data through analysis of the information. Investigate discrepancies by interviewing vessel and processor plant personnel as needed to ensure correct information is recorded in logbooks. Compile compliance reports and disseminate to fishers and Oregon State Police for possible enforcement action.
• Analyze data, write reports, provide analysis and conduct evaluations for direct application in commercial fishery management. Produce charts and graphs from data for reports and presentations. Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses of marine finfish species data for use in fishery management. Prepare written reports, including but not limited to the Commercial Nearshore Logbook Report presented annually to the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission.
• Train, coordinate and oversee the work of Oregon’s albacore samplers. Sample Oregon’s commercial albacore fishery, collect fishing trip data, and examine and measure samples of vessels’ albacore catch. Enter and error check catch data and sample data for Oregon’s albacore sampling program. Prepare monthly albacore sampling reports and send to other agencies. Act as liaison between ODFW and National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) for albacore fishery issues including sampling questions, problems, and requests. Answer albacore questions from industry, public, and media.
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
• Time will be split between office and field work. Frequent (daily or almost daily) visits to docks at irregular hours which at times involves exposure to inclement weather. Sampling is done daily during albacore season (approximately July-October) in commercial fish processing plants around moving equipment such as forklifts; floors are often wet and may be slippery. Sampling is sometimes done inside cold storage rooms. Lifting fish often weighing 15 to 25 pounds is required. Monthly trips via car to attend meetings in distant ports, and daily use of vehicle. Occasional work on vessels at sea where difficult ocean conditions may occur. Office work involves entering data, analyzing data and writing daily reports.
• 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.
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, Marine Fisheries Management/Science, Oceanography, Natural Resource Management or Policy, 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, marine or natural resources program.
Requested Skills:
• Sampling commercial or recreational fishery catches and collecting data from fishermen
• Planning and coordinating field projects
• Using relational databases to enter, extract, and quality control complex datasets
• Using ArcGIS, R-GIS, or equivalent mapping software
• Using R or other statistical software to analyze data and produce tables and graphs
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in 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.
For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here
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 job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT) 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.
Find information on State of Oregon benefits
More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and http://www.dfw.state.or.us/
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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