Biological Science Assistant (Spawning Ground Surveyor)

Initial Posting Date:

06/11/2024

Application Deadline:

08/30/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$3218

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Biological Science Assistant (Spawning Ground Surveyor)

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.

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.

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

LOCATION

Based out of Astoria, Oregon. Work to be conducted primarily in tributaries of the Lower Columbia River.

DURATION

We are hiring 2 full time, seasonal positions starting September 1, 2024 – November 30, 2024.

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.

Note: This recruitment will remain open until August 30, 2024, however we will begin reviewing applications at 8AM (PDT) on July 1, 2024. Apply now, as this recruitment may close at any time after that initial review date.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As a Biological Science Assistant – Spawning Ground Surveyor, you will survey selected Oregon coastal streams to count naturally spawning salmon.  Data are distributed to Ocean Salmon Management, Regional and Fish Division staff for use in managing coastal salmon stocks. General project activities include:

• Conduct spawning ground surveys by locating, driving to and walking or boating selected stream reaches to count spawning salmonids and redds. 

• Collect biological information from dead salmonids including; length, gender, species, fin clip/tag status, scale samples, and fish snouts. 

Employees work in crews and are expected to maintain a professional working relationship with their partner(s). Employees are also expected to effectively communicate with ODFW, other government agencies, private landowners, and members of the public.

These positions require 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 including most weekends and some night work. These positions are physically demanding. Employees will frequently be working independently under adverse weather conditions in semi-remote areas.

REQUESTED SKILLS:

Minimum qualifications are not established for these positions; however we are seeking applicants with the following related skills and experience (e.g., experience identifying adult salmonids, operating boats in rivers, conducting stream surveys, sampling fish, communicating with members of the public, and keeping neat and precise field data) and who possess or are in pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological/ecological sciences will be given preference for interviews.

REQUIREMENTS

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 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 certified 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 of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable