Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Willamette Wildlife Mitigation Project Biologist)

Natural Resource Specialist 2 (Willamette Wildlife Mitigation Project Biologist)

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.

We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located at the Fern Ridge Wildlife Area near Eugene, Oregon.

The goal of this recruitment is to fill the position at the Natural Resource Specialist 2 (NRS2) level. However, we encourage candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1) ($4,409-$6,123 / mo.) to apply, as the department may consider underfilling the position.

What you will do :

In this role, you will be responsible for the restoration, enhancement, and management of ODFW-owned mitigation properties near Fern Ridge Wildlife Area that have been protected for their habitat values. You will be the agency point of contact for Willamette Wildlife Mitigation Program (WWMP) partners who manage mitigation sites in the South Willamette Watershed District (SWWD). Responsibilities include providing oversight on all properties purchased under the WWMP in the SWWD, communicating program priorities, writing, reviewing, and implementing management plans, assisting with program monitoring efforts, developing and evaluating project proposals, and providing funding recommendations.

Note : this position will require an ATV Safety Education Card and possession of a Public Pesticide Applicator License (both of these can be obtained by the successful candidate after hire), as well as use of a state issued credit card (SPOTS).

What we are looking for :

Minimum Qualifications (NRS2) :

• 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 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; OR
• One year of 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 Master's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Master's 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 Master's 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 Master's degree / Doctorate and applicable work experience will be considered separately and both the education and applicable experience may count toward minimum qualifications. The agency may also consider filling this position at the Natural Resource Specialist 1 (NRS1) level.

Minimum Qualifications (NRS1) :

Desired Attributes :

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 serve. With Oregon's 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.

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