Initial Posting Date:

04/27/2021

Application Deadline:

05/17/2021

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,855 – $5,896

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Fish Biologist)

Apply Here: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Roseburg–ODFW/Natural-Resource-Specialist-2–Assistant-District-Fish-Biologist-_REQ-63547

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.

This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located in Roseburg.

Do you enjoy working in a face-paced, team-oriented, friendly environment with room to grow? If so, this job may be for you! Apply today and join our team of fisheries professionals.

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 at https://myodfw.com/about

What you will do:

• Coordinate fish inventory projects for the Umpqua River Basin. Conduct fish monitoring activities such as boat electro-fishing, trap-netting and gill-netting on lakes and reservoirs as well as snorkeling surveys, smolt-trapping operations, and adult spawning ground surveys on rivers and streams. Operate and maintain multiple adult fish traps and fish ladders throughout the district. Compile data summaries on all fish inventory projects. Coordinate inventory methods and projects with other state-wide projects. Coordinate, conduct, and analyze benthic sampling and estuary seining efforts and information. Perform miscellaneous surveys for non-game and warm water species such as small mouth bass, Umpqua chub, and Pacific lamprey. Quantify and run statistical comparisons of data and write reports on this information when applicable. Provide input to other district and fish division staff regarding angling regulation development and changes. Provide assistance, guidance & instruction to other district staff to perform inventory activities. Maintain records of all expendable and nonexpendable property used for inventory projects.

• Coordinate with various agencies on permit reviews and land use issues. Work with other agencies and ODFW staff to ensure fish passage rules are followed for stream crossing projects and other work that may impact fish passage. Coordinate with other agencies and private entities in regards to fish salvage efforts. Undertake hazardous waste training and perform site visits as necessary in response to contaminant spills.

• Coordinate collection permits such as scientific collection permits, fish transfer permits, 4D requirements, etc. required by ODFW within the Umpqua Basin.

Working Conditions
• This position requires considerable travel on forest roads, working in cold weather and adverse conditions on slippery and uneven terrain, lifting large fish and feed sacks up to 50 pounds, and hiking long distances along and in flowing streams.

• When not in the field, work is completed in an office setting and includes entering and analyzing data, writing reports, and other activities.

• 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 position requires a Boater Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board. There are some exceptions to this (e.g., Coast Guard Boat Operator License or commercial fishing license). For further information, access the Web site at www.boatoregon.com. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess a card, s/he must obtain it before completion of the trial service period as a condition of continued employment.

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:

• Two years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included one year of at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports, and 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 fish or wildlife program; OR

• One year of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports, and a Master’s degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences; OR

• A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.

Applicants who have obtained a Master’s degree or Doctorate that included work experience from an internship, work/study, thesis, or similar program may list this experience in their application to receive credit for the work experience. The Master’s degree/Doctorate and applicable work experience will be considered separately and both the education and applicable experience may count toward minimum qualifications.

Requested Skills:
• Preference in hiring may be given to applicants who have completed training in the following areas: Swift-water Rescue Technician (SRT1), Technical Rope Rescue (TRR:TL), Swift-water Rescue Technician Advanced (SRTA), Whitewater Rowing, and/or Motorboat Operator’s Certification (MOCC).

• Working directly with other biologists or stakeholders to coordinate research or monitoring studies.

• Designing and implementing fish sampling and monitoring activities

• Evaluating biological data and making management recommendations

• Speaking with the public and giving presentations

• Writing progress reports, technical reports or scientific publications

• Providing recommendations for habitat protection while cooperating with natural resource agencies, private landowners, local governments and/or irrigation districts

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 system will timeout after 20 minutes of inactivity.

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.

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