We are seeking one (1) highly motivated Fish Biologist to work alongside a diverse team promoting the conservation of Washington State’s salmonid population.  This opportunity is located in Thurston County.

This recruitment will fill a permanent, full-time Fisheries Biologist 2 position in the Fish Program, Region 6 Fish Management, Warmwater Team.  The duty station is the Natural Resource Building in Olympia, WA.

Throughout the year, the individual in this position interacts with warmwater team biologists, scientific technicians, volunteers, regional and district management biologists, and warmwater program biologists.

Duties assigned this position are overseen with general supervision, periodic progress reporting, and occasional performance evaluation.  Supervisory role is limited to occasionally directing activities of temporary scientific technician and volunteer help.  DutiesConducts detailed biological and habitat surveys on Washington waters managed for warmwater and mixed species fisheries. 
Tasks include:
Electrofishing and netting surveys for walleye, tiger muskie, and other warmwater fish species; predator diet analysis; tracking fish movement and habitat use; limnological studies: and Implements angler creel surveys for selected warmwater and mixed species fisheries , and prepares associated catch estimates.
Assists in specialized management related tasks, such as rehabilitations, regulation assessment, population estimates, broodstock capture, and habitat manipulation.
Technical analysis of data, reporting results, and formulating management recommendations.
Tasks include:
Data entry and analysis; drafting data summaries and technical reports; developing management recommendations; preparing presentation of results.
Study and statistical design, evaluation and analyzing data using appropriate statistical methods.
Direct occasional scientific technician staff and volunteers.
Tasks include:
Direct activities of seasonal Scientific Technicians and/or volunteer staff on data collection activities.
Working conditions

• Requires ability and willingness to work in varying, sometimes remote, locations day or night in all types of weather.
• Requires the ability and willingness to work long hours on sampling boats during day or night.
• Requires ability to manage sampling gear, which can require repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to work long hours, often through the night and occasionally on weekends.
• Overnight travel of up to 5 days required at times.
• Willingness to work indoors in an office setting, as well as outdoors, as required by the assorted duties of the position.

Union
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP). QualificationsRequired Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Biology, Fisheries, Wildlife Management, Natural Resources, or Environmental Science.
• 1 year of experience in fisheries management or fisheries research.
• 12 semester or 18 quarter hours of coursework in general biology, ichthyology, fish management, aquatic ecology, limnology, aquatic entomology, aquaculture, statistics, or technical writing.

 Other education, training, or experience required

• Prefer Masters Degree in Biology, Fish Management, Natural Resources, or Environmental Science.
• Prefer experience with GIS and R or similar statistical program
• Relevant experience with warmwater fish species and populations.
• Experience identifying regionally applicable species of resident fish including juvenile life stages.
• Experience conducting study design, implementation, and reporting.
• Basic statistical analysis experience.
• Technical writing experience.
• Experience with equipment and techniques commonly used to capture all life stages of resident fish.
• Experience directly supervising seasonal field staff.
• Experience operating 4×4 vehicles.
• Boating Experience.

Supplemental InformationIn order to successfully apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume
• Three professional references

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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.

VETERAN PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

• Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

MILITARY SPOUSE PREFERENCE NOTICE:
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:

• Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
• Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (for example: #10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
• Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov

“As part of WDFW’s efforts to advance respectful and inclusive work environments, the Agency expects inclusivity as part of our professional interactions and communications.  Therefore; we want to ensure that all individuals feel welcome, are treated fairly and respectfully.  All staff are empowered to fully contribute to serving their work unit, Agency, and the citizens of Washington.”

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.  Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.