Wildlife Research Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician)

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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 permanent full-time position located in Central Point Oregon.

What you will do:

You will assist the West Region research team in conducting wildlife research studies on the biology and requirements of wildlife species in western Oregon west of the Cascades crest. Contribute to departmental policies and species-oriented plans in managing black bear cougar elk black-tailed deer and forest carnivores.

This position requires the successful candidate to occasionally use a firearm as well as have or be able to obtain an ATV Safety Education Card within 6 months of hire.

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:

In order to qualify for this position all applicants must meet one of the following options:

• Option 1: Eighteen months of experience in the care of livestock agricultural research and experimentation monitoring game or wildlife or farming. (Six months of fisheries fish culturefish screens or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience)

• Option 2: An Associate degree inWildlife Biology/Technology or Agriculture

Equivalency note: A higher level degree inWildlife Science Agricultureor a closely related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate degree.

Requested Skills:

• Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office software programs (Word Excel Access PowerPoint)

• Writing reports or publications

• Gathering data and performing statistical analyses

• Conducting biological surveys on wildlife

• Coordinating field logistics for wildlife research projects

• Handling capturing and marking wildlife

• Use of radio-telemetry receivers/antennas hand-held GPS units and electronic tablets

• Ability tooperate 4-wheel drive vehicles and navigate on poor condition roads

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

• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age date of birth attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

• 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%

• 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

• State of Oregon Employees must apply through their employee Workday account.

• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline

• First time applying to the State of Oregon Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event! You can also view this video or this knowledge article for assistance.

• Reasonable accommodation 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 call 503.947.6051 and ask to speak to a recruiter

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 a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required this position. 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.

• Veterans and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information please visit Veterans Resources.

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