Fisheries Monitoring and Research Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 2)

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In this role, you will assist in planning, developing, and implementing research studies that evaluate escapement, productivity, and habitat conditions for spring Chinook salmon and steelhead in Northeast Oregon. This role conducts extensive fieldwork—including snorkeling, electrofishing, habitat surveys, redd counts, and adult sampling, throughout the John Day River basin.

Responsibilities include data entry and management in Access, PTAGIS, and GIS systems; developing analytical tools; and preparing reports and presentations for scientific audiences. The position also provides lead work, such as planning daily and weekly schedules and assigning project related tasks, for up to eight staff, supports statistical and experimental design, coordinates activities with agency and tribal partners, and contributes to statewide monitoring efforts by analyzing data, identifying patterns, and developing testable research hypotheses.

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.

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must meet one of the following options:

• Option 1: Six 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
• Option 2: 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
• Option 3: One year 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 Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences
• Option 4: A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.

Note: 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.

• Coordinating and planning field crew activities
• Designing field protocols and project/data reports
• Collecting and entering data into a central database
• Analyzing, summarizing and communicating the findings of data analyses
• Using quantitative data analysis tools
• Writing progress reports, technical reports or scientific publications

In order to be considered, the following document must be attached to your application:

• A cover letter no more than 2 pages in length addressing your interest in the position and how your skills relate to the desired attributes.

 If you do not attach a cover letter, or address what is described above, your application may not be considered further.

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%
• 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
• State of Oregon Employees, must apply through their employee Workday account.
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• Reasonable accommodation for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities
• 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
• If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please call 503.947.6051 and ask to speak to a recruiter

• 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.
• Finalists are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for this position. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.

• 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
• Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

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