Application Deadline:
08/29/2019
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$4,221 – $6,162
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 3 (West Region Wildlife Conservation Biologist)
Job Description:
Make a Difference in Oregon’s Natural Resources!
ODFW Mission: To protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future
generations.
This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located in Roseburg or Central Point, Oregon
Make a significant contribution to wildlife diversity in Oregon! Implement the wildlife diversity program at the regional level and provide input on statewide species plans and management and provide recommendations on habitat protection and biological requirements of non-game wildlife.
What you will do:
Represent the Department in directing, coordinating and implementing the Oregon Conservation Strategy (OCS) in the Rogue and Umpqua Watershed Districts.
Recommend, assist, and implement restoration activities for OCS wildlife throughout the region and serve as the field expert on the biological requirements and management of wildlife species and provide scientific information and advice. Plan and collect biological information on strategy related wildlife populations and physical information on the quantity and quality of their habitats throughout the region that supports restoration, enhancement, or protective actions for OCS species.
Provide oversight of activities associated with interpretation and implementation of the Oregon Conservation Strategy.
Provide guidance for survey methodologies and assist in development of survey protocols when needed. Identify monitoring priorities. Conduct surveys and record data on wildlife trends, age/sex composition, production and mortality rates, and other factors such as quality and quantity of habitat. Analyze and summarize data collected and report results to Rogue/Umpqua and Division staff as directed.
Coordinate Oregon Conservation Strategy implementation activities in the Rogue and Umpqua Watershed Districts. Directly or through partnerships: develop and review wildlife habitat restoration proposals, make recommendations on techniques and procedures for restoring habitats, and assist project proponents with enhancement activities.
Participate in Department statewide and regional conservation planning efforts involving OCS species and their habitats.
Represent the Rogue/Umpqua in the development and review of ODFW conservation activities to ensure consistency with the Oregon Conservation Strategy. Coordinate the involvement of Rogue/Umpqua biologists and managers in these internal planning efforts, and develop recommendations and comments as directed.
Coordinate the Rogue/Umpqua participation in OCS related grants, landowner incentive grants and other programs supporting wildlife habitat conservation.
Coordinate with and assist district staff in development and review of OCS related grant applications and permits. Represent the Rogue/Umpqua Districts on Wildlife Division work groups to develop grant proposals for landowner incentive grant programs to assist with OCS implementation. Maintain working relations with public constituents and interest groups involved in the management and conservation of strategy species and other nongame wildlife and their habitats.
Working Conditions
• Work requires frequent travel by motor vehicle, aircraft, boat, and on foot through remote and rugged terrain, often in inclement weather, and occasionally at night. Frequent daily travel of 100-200 miles is required.
• Frequently requires walking in slippery conditions within and near flowing waterways, on steep slopes, and in forested or wetland environments.
• Frequently requires working alone in inclement weather conditions and/or isolated areas.
• Requires occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds in weight, including lumber, fence building materials, animal traps, field gear, backpacks, etc.
• Requires frequent personal computer use in an office setting and may require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Requires 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. This includes working at all hours and workdays in excess of eight hours
• 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 www.boatoregon.com. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess a card, s/he must obtain it before completion of the trial service period as a condition of continued employment.
• This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on the job use of quads and three-wheeled ATVs (Class 1 ATVs) obtained through the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, accessible at the following website: www.rideatvoregon.org/. On your application, be sure to indicate in the Work Experience Description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, s/he must obtain it within six months of hire 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 in the Work Experience Description if you have this certification or a copy of your certification can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, s/he must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. 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 information may disqualify you from further consideration.
NOTE: Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
• Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities; AND
• A Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s 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.
A Master’s degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to one year of the required experience. A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.
Requested Skills:
• Conducting non-game wildlife research and monitoring
• Habitat maintenance and improvement
• Developing species and habitat conservation plans
• Coordinating field logistics for habitat restoration projects
• Experience with proposals, budgets and expenditures
• Public speaking and making presentations
• Assessing impacts to wildlife habitat and making recommendations
• Participating in professional natural resource committees or working groups
• Writing reports or publications
• Database Management
• GIS capabilities
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” (Work Experience) section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts can be attached to your application in the Resume/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply.
After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the public records request authorization questions immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
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.
The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Veterans – If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
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The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer