Natural Resource Specialist 3 (District Fish Biologist) Job at Department of Fish and Wildlife
Initial Posting Date:
03/07/2023
Application Deadline:
03/21/2023
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$4,693 - $7,180
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 3 (District Fish 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.
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 permanent position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located in La Grande.
Are you passionate about doing what's best for fish and their habitat? Make a difference in Oregon's fisheries by directing, coordinating and implementing fish management activities in the Grande Ronde Watershed District.
What you will do:
- Plan, direct and coordinate management of specific aspects of fish resources. Oversee employees in the day-to-day field activities of gathering data pertaining to specific aspects of fish resources. Responsible for collecting and summarizing data on harvest, spawning, escapement and distribution of various fish species within the district. Identify and develop habitat improvements and public access projects.
- Act as agency liaison and spokesperson to the public, media, organizations, special interest groups and other agencies. Provide information to civic groups, recreational organizations, governmental groups and the public in general regarding the Agency's fish and wildlife programs, activities and related topics. Participate on local and regional planning efforts that have a nexus to water, fish habitat, and fish populations. Protect aquatic and riparian habitat within the district by frequent field investigations of land use operations and recommending to various regulating agencies and private landowners how they might minimize, mitigate or eliminate damage to the fish resource. Provide expertise and technical assistance to landowners and public. Respond to public inquiries, provides guidance that assists public on how to best utilize fishery resources. Prepare and conduct information and education program in local area. Respond to complaints and concerns from public or other agencies.
- Compile preliminary reports and final reports on all activities within the district. Make presentations on findings to staff, peers, commission and public.
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
- Frequent travel by boat, foot, vehicle or horseback through isolated and rugged terrain.
- Exposure to inclement weather and road conditions.
- Requires physical ability to perform instant or arduous physical activity.
- 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.
- This position requires Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) training certification to respond to hazardous material spill events. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have this certification or a copy of your certification can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, s/he must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
- This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on-the-job use of quads (Class 1 ATVs) obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, accessible at the following website:
www.rideatvoregon.org/
. On your application, be sure to indicate in your job description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified or uncertified 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 driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified or uncertified 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 driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving 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:
- Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; 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 fisheries or wildlife program.
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:
- Experience in managing fisheries and fish resources for a state, federal or tribal agency
- Experience managing anadromous fish populations and associated fisheries
- Knowledge or experience managing reservoir and pond fisheries for warmwater game fish species
- Experience developing regulations governing recreational fisheries for salmonids
- Experience developing project funding proposals
- Knowledge of salmonid life history patterns and habitat needs
- Experience using software to summarize, analyze and present biological data
- Experience developing budgets and tracking cost expenditures
- Designing and implementing fish population sampling and monitoring projects
- Working with government agencies, tribes, and/or private landowners on fish habitat improvement projects
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,
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Internal Applicants: The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number. Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.
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/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
https://www.dfw.state.or.us/
If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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