What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Wildlife Research Biologist position at Department of Fish and Wildlife?
Initial Posting Date:
02/10/2025
Application Deadline:
02/24/2025
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range:
$4,622 - $7,070
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Wildlife Research Biologist
Job Description:
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES!
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!
As a Natural Resource Specialist 2 – Wildlife Research Biologist in La Grande, Oregon, you will provide information to managers and the public on the roles of habitat, nutrition, human disturbance, predation, and other factors on elk and mule deer management. Additionally, you will provide information to managers and public on non-game wildlife species using data collected from non-invasive sampling (i.e., camera traps and acoustic recorders). Duties include:
- Coordinate with biologists, GIS specialists, and statisticians and other project collaborators to prepare and analyze data collected as part of ongoing or past research
- Gather/acquire data from field studies that may require arduous physical activities requiring hiking across steep and uneven terrain, use of ATVs, snowmobiles, and 4-wheel drive vehicles
- Gather/acquire data from literature reviews and on-line searches requiring use of computers and specialized knowledge of spatial data
- Summarize and analyze data using geographic and statistical software such as ArcGIS, R, or equivalents
- Interpret data analysis
- Write manuscripts suitable for publication
- Present results at public and professional meetings
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
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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 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 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 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.
Desired Attributes
- ATV experience
- Experience conducting data analysis in R
- Experience summarizing and interpreting data
- Experience writing manuscripts
- Experience presenting at public and professional meetings
- Experience conducting aerial telemetry flights
- Experience navigating using GPS receivers
- Trapping experience
APPLICATION DETAILS AND INSTRUCTIONS
- Resume/CV required; please attach to application
- 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 employeeWorkdayaccount
- Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline
- 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 503.947.6051
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.
BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
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.
To learn more about the agency and the work we do, view the following video at
https://myodfw.com/about
If you enjoy the outdoors, Oregon is the place for you. We have glaciated mountain peaks to the east, the Pacific Ocean to the west and the massive Columbia River Gorge to the north. You can fish 365 days a year, and there is hunting for big game, waterfowl, and game birds. The Oregon coast attracts thousands of people who clam, crab and fish in the ocean for halibut, salmon, and tuna. The outdoor opportunities are endless when it comes to fish and wildlife in Oregon! Oregon is known for their vineyards, breweries, and adventures for the whole family to enjoy.
Additional benefits include:
- 11 paid holidays a year and acompetitive benefits package
- Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
- Live, work and play inLa Grande, Oregon
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- 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
- Finalists are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. 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 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
- Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visitVeterans Resources
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