Biological Science Assistant (Field Assistant)

Initial Posting Date:

01/08/2025

Application Deadline:

01/18/2025

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3,429 - $4,023

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Biological Science Assistant (Field Assistant)

Job Description:

Seasonal Fisheries Employment Opportunities

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.

Location: Based out of Umatilla, Oregon. Work to be conducted primarily on the Umatilla River and tributaries.

To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video at https://myodfw.com/about

Anticipated Duration:       

March 15, 2025 – June 15, 2025 (two positions)

(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).

Job Description - What you will do: The purpose of these positions is to conduct studies to investigate the production of steelhead in the Umatilla River and tributaries. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Walk streams to estimate redd and adult fish numbers.

• Sample juvenile salmonids (measure length, collect scales, identif