Mule Deer Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 3)

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• Oregon Mule Deer Management Plan
• Migration Matters
• Mule Deer Initiative 5-Year Summary

As a Mule Deer Coordinator (Natural Resource Specialist 3) based in La Grande, Oregon,  you will be responsible for implementation of the Oregon Mule Deer Management Plan by functioning as the technical expert on mule deer management and primary point of contact between Wildlife Division and field biologists. Duties include:

• Oversee implementation of mule deer plan strategies. Monitor success of plan and provide regular status updates to Wildlife Division, the Commission, and other interested parties. Collaborate with Habitat Division and District Biologists to incorporate mule deer needs and management strategies into local, state, and federal land use decisions.
• Guide mule deer data collection and analysis efforts. Determine annual region capture needs. Analyze GPS collar data to assess boundaries of herd ranges to determine if updates are needed. Conduct survival analyses to assess environmental factors affecting mule deer survival and mortality. Conduct habitat use analyses to provide guidance on vegetation management projects to benefit mule deer. Conduct periodic reassessments of mule deer migration routes to identify potential barriers to migration or inform land management decisions.
• Lead mule deer population monitoring efforts. Collaborate with researchers, contractors, and others to develop, and implement statistically valid mule deer population models. Evaluate model performance, identify bugs, and recommend improvements over time. Coordinate district survey efforts and implement best practices for data collection to meet data analysis and monitoring needs.

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.

This position requires acquiring an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department within the first six months of appointment.

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

• A Master's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Master's degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
• A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
• 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.

• Wildlife management experience managing, researching, or monitoring mule deer or similar big game species including, population monitoring, modeling, survey design, and data interpretation
• Statistical analysis and modeling experience, including applying statistical methods to develop, evaluate, and improve population models, conducting survival analyses, identifying environmental drivers, and ensuring methodological consistency.
• Collaboration experience with biologists, cross‑division teams, federal agencies, tribes, private landowners, and technical working groups to address complex management challenges.  
• Project and program management experience, including planning, budgeting, , and coordinating complex projects such as capture operations, equipment management, data workflows, and collaborative research efforts

This position requires a cover letter, no longer than 2 pages, to be submitted with your application. The cover letter should address the following:

• Your interest in this position.
• The specific skills, knowledge and experience that demonstrate your strong alignment with the role’s requirements.
• If you possess any of the desired attributes listed in the announcement, please describe how your experience reflects those qualifications.

Failure to attach a cover letter, or address the information requested, may result in your application being removed from further consideration.

• 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

Additional benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays a year and a competitive benefits package
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon

• 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. 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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