Biological Science Assistant (Field Assistant)

Initial Posting Date:

05/02/2025

Application Deadline:

05/11/2025

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,429 - $4,023

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Biological Science Assistant (Field Assistant)

Job Description:

Hiring three seasonal positions with the anticipated duration of July 15, 2025 – November 15, 2025

Note: These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project’s control.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES!

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!  We especially encourage students, early career professionals, and anyone interested in a career in fish, wildlife, and natural resources, to apply! Come learn and train with ODFW and help us 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 Biological Science Assistant (Field Assistant) in Springfield, Oregon, you will assist in the implementation of the Upper Willamette Bull Trout Project. 

This position will assist field surveys to monitor bull trout, cutthroat trout, and spring Chinook salmon as well as perform duties associated with the reintroduction of bull trout to sites within the Middle Fork Willamette Basin and potential reintroduction to the North Santiam Basin.

Duties include:

• Conduct snorkeling and electrofishing surveys

• Con