Initial Posting Date:
05/11/2021
Application Deadline:
05/25/2021
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$3,855 – $5,896
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Fish/STEP 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.
Do you love fishing and helping others learn how to fish? Do you like being around others who value the outdoors and work to maintain our angling heritage? Do you have the technical know-how to coordinate volunteers to accomplish fish enhancement projects? If so, this may be your dream job and we want to visit with you! We are looking to fill a permanent Natural Resource Specialist 2 position in Charleston. 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:
• Supervise, train and provide technical assistance to citizen volunteers involved in fish enhancement projects. Conduct stream surveys, habitat improvement and educational programs, monitoring of fish populations. Conduct broodstock development, egg incubation, fish rearing, and monitoring of hatchery fish contributions. Work with educators to develop school programs to promote conservation education and salmonid enhancement. Plan and coordinate programs for citizen volunteers to help enhance the fish resources in the Tenmile, Coos, and Coquille basins. Obtain appropriate permits and approval to complete District volunteer projects. Conduct outreach for Department programs. Make presentations to society, agency, school, club, youth groups, and public meetings. Participate/coordinate public and/or youth events such as Free Fishing Weekend events, displays at fairs and festivals, etc.
• Complete records and reports associated with District hatchery activities. Write Annual STEP Summary Report. Analyze data, prepare reports on District activities, and fish management work. Perform fish management activities to help meet Department objectives as directed by the District Fish Biologist. Review land and water development proposals and recommend mitigation/protection for fish and aquatic resources. Conduct monitoring, restoration, or maintenance activities at Coquille Valley Wildlife Area as part of the District team. Sample biological organisms for fish management purposes. Respond to environmental emergencies.
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
• Requires working in cold weather and on slippery and uneven terrain, hiking long distances along and in flowing streams. Considerable travel on forest roads at times during inclement weather and road conditions. Long periods of office work entering data into a computer.
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with ODFW staff, other government agencies, private landowners and volunteers.
• 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; and a Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training certification to respond to hazardous material spill events. On your application, be sure to indicate your job description if you have these certifications or a copy of your certification can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess these certifications, they must obtain them within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
• 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:
• 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:
• Caring for fish under various stages of artificial propagation
• Negotiating with natural resource agencies, private landowners, local governments and/or irrigation districts for protection of fish populations and habitats
• Designing and implementing fish sampling and monitoring activities
• Evaluating biological data and making management recommendations
• Speaking in public and making presentations
• Writing progress, technical or scientific reports
• Designing and implementing fish habitat improvement projects
• Leading/working with volunteers for project implementation
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.
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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