Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Biologist)
Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Biologist)
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$ 4622 - 7070
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Initial Posting Date:
06/24/2025Application Deadline:
07/06/2025Agency:
Department of Fish and WildlifeSalary Range:
$4622 - $7070Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Assistant District Biologist)Job Description:
Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregons fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
We are hiring for one full-time permanent position located in Roseburg Oregon.
What you will do:
In this position you will coordinate fish inventory projects for the Umpqua River Basin. This will include conducting smolt trapping operations and spawning ground surveys as well as seining activities. In addition you will also partake in habitat conservation duties which include water resources work fish passage projects and containment spills and fish kills.
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 . 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 a card they 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 your job description if you have this certification or a copy of your certification 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.
For a full review of the position details duties and working conditions please review the position description located here.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of biological experience performing studies research or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included one year of at least two of the following: gathering data analyzing data or preparing reports and a Bachelors degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely related Bachelors 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 fish or wildlife program;
-OR-
One year biological experience performing studies research or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included at least two of the following: gathering data analyzing data or preparing reports and a Masters degree Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely related Masters degree in biological/ecological sciences;
-OR-
A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.
Applicants who have obtained a Masters 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 Masters degree/Doctorate and applicable work experience will be considered separately and both the education and applicable experience may count toward minimum qualifications.
Desired Attributes:
Experience monitoring fish population levels and trends
Experience conducting and coordinating fish inventory projects
Experience collecting and recording data
Experience preparing reports
Experience talking and presenting at professional meetings and groups
Benefits of Joining Our Team
The Department of Fish and Wildlife (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 Oregons changing demographics a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making.
Additional benefits include:
Work/life balance 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.
Application Details and Instructions
First time applying to the State of Oregon Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event!
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.
Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
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%.
Reasonable accommodations 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 contact the ODFW Human Resources office at .
Additional Details:
The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to allterms and conditionsof the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Finalistsare subject to both acriminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. 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 Securitys I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans preference. For more information please visit Veterans Resources.
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
