Supervising Fish And Wildlife Biologist - Douglas District Wildlife Biologist (Roseburg)

Initial Posting Date:

06/24/2024

Application Deadline:

07/08/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$5,409 - $7,981

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist - Douglas District Wildlife Biologist (Roseburg)

Job Description:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON'S NATURAL RESOURCES!

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.

Play a part in providing healthy fish for Oregon! Perform fish culture duties to meet production goals and maintain equipment, grounds, and buildings.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located at Umpqua Watershed in Roseburg, OR.

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. To learn more about the department, the work we do, and see our beautiful state, view the following video at https://youtu.be/8CjDPiPMGAk

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As a Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist you will direct and conduct all wildlife management programs within the Douglas Watershed District and will be responsible for ensuring statewide direction is implemented. You will supervise four full-time employees, who, along with the district biologist, conduct necessary management activities which include wildlife population inventory, planning, damage control, habitat protection and multiple interactions with the public, private landowners, county, state, and federal land managers.

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.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Job requires employee to travel by air, foot, or vehicle through isolated, rugged terrain.

• Must be available at all hours; work days in excess of eight hours and work weeks in excess of 40 hours, typical work includes exposure to all types of inclement weather.

• Driving under hazardous road conditions and handling of wild animals are required.

• Public contacts sometimes include confused or contentious individuals.

• This position requires occasional use of a firearm to deliver immobilization drugs and projecting nets for wildlife capture, euthanizing injured or sick wildlife, killing or hazing nuisance animals or birds, collecting animals for research or other studies, and protection from dangerous animals in close quarters.

• The duties of this position include as an essential function the possession and use of a SPOTS Card for work-related purchases. Prior to being issued a SPOTS Card the employee must meet all necessary requirements in accordance with ODFW Policy ASD_250_03-- SPOTS, including completing ODFW SPOTS Card training.

• This position requires a current First Aid and CPR card. The employee in this position will be able to take a certified ODFW provided training to obtain their card if they do not already possess one.

• 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 your job description if you have this certification or a copy of your certification can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.

• This position requires an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card for on-the-job use of quads (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 your job description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess this certification, they must obtain it within six months of hire as a condition of continued employment.

• This position works a professional workweek, with frequent night and weekend work. Position is not eligible for overtime.

CRIMINAL RECORDS/DMV CHECK:

Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions.

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 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 of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is unable to support VISA sponsorships.

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 fisheries or wildlife program.

One year of experience must have included leadwork or supervisory duties.

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:

• Experience working on agency committees to develop staff proposals or agency positions.

• Experience performing data analysis using a variety of statistical tools.

• Experience working with wildlife damage complaints/public safety complaints.

• Experience developing and implementing project proposals, monitoring budgets and tracking expenditures.

• Experience developing presentations and presenting and speaking to groups.

• Experience leading and supervising employees.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the "Job History" 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 meet the minimum qualifications and 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.

For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here

External Applicants (Non-State of Oregon Employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.

Internal Applicants: The contact information that is prefilled on your application is typically your work email and work phone number.

Be sure to check your state email and Workday notifications for your status regarding the recruitment process. If you are away from the office or unable to check your state email account for an extended period, contact the HR Recruitment Unit and the hiring manager to let them know your personal email and phone number where you can be contacted. This will help to ensure you do not miss out on any correspondence that may be related to an interview. If you apply for a position as an internal applicant and then terminate while the recruitment is still in process, contact the Recruitment Unit to have your contact information updated.

Attachments: If you'd like to attach a copy of your official or unofficial college transcripts, they can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.

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.

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 Veteran 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.

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.

Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are having trouble applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503.947.6051.

If you are hired, you will become part of the State's management team. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.

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More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and http://www.dfw.state.or.us/

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer