Wildlife Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician)

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Join the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and help fulfill our mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

As a Wildlife Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) in Enterprise, Oregon, you will:

• Collaborate with the district biologist and assistant district biologist at the Enterprise office.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to complete assigned field and office tasks.
• Capture, chemically immobilize, sample, and dispatch wildlife in compliance with agency protocols.
• Interact with the public, including hunters, landowners, and community members.
  Communicate and coordinate with partner agencies and NGOs on shared wildlife management projects.
• Prepare and deliver reports and updates in written, verbal, and presentation formats.

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 the occasional use of a firearm and the successful completion of the All‑Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card certification, obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, within six months of appointment.

For a full review of the position details, duties and working conditions, click here.

Option 1: An Associate's degree in Wildlife Technology or Agriculture;

Option 2: Eighteen months of experience in the care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming. (Six months of fisheries or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).

• Wildlife Field Operations & Survey Skills: experience conducting ground and aerial wildlife surveys; deploying and maintaining remote monitoring equipment; performing herd composition counts; and following established scientific protocols.
• Animal Handling, Capture, and Chemical Immobilization: experience capturing, immobilizing, sampling, or otherwise handling wildlife safely using both physical and chemical methods.
• Technical Field Equipment Operation & Maintenance: experience operating and maintaining 4x4 vehicles, ATVs, snowmachines, trailers, capture equipment, telemetry units, remote cameras, and related field gear.
• Data Collection, Sample Management, and Reporting: experience collecting biological samples, maintaining data accuracy, managing sample shipments, conducting necropsies, and preparing clear written reports.
• Partnership Building & Interagency Collaboration: experience working with federal/state agencies, NGOs, and the public, including hunters, agricultural producers, and partner organizations.
• Firearms Use and Wildlife Dispatch/Euthanasia: experience using firearms safely for wildlife management activities, including dispatch/euthanasia.

• 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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