Initial Posting Date:

10/03/2024

Application Deadline:

10/17/2024

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range:

$4,998 - $7,647

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Natural Resource Specialist 3 (Willamette Wildlife Mitigation Program Coordinator)

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.

This permanent, full-time position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW). The successful candidate will have the option to work in Clackamas, Salem or Adair.

What you will do:

• Assists Program Manager with development of biennial budget for the Program, including development of scope of work for the program, including subcontractors. Monitors budget. Coordinates development of annual contract with BPA, subcontracts, real estate documents, quarterly reports, and other documents. Primary responsibility for ensuring program contract information is entered into BPA’s Pisces data system. Coordinates with other WWMP staff on Pisces entry. Coordinates with Divisions to ensure that budgets include adequate funding for DOJ costs associated with the program. Monitors DOJ expenditures and provide regular reports to Division and the Program Manager on attorney costs.

• Serves as the primary documentarian for program administrative data. Maintains project records through the federal and state systems of ODFW, BPA, and partner agencies. Assists the Program Manager in preparation of an annual program report for BPA and Council review, as well as annual reports of project-specific stewardship activities. Analyzes and disseminates information to ODFW personnel and cooperators in written, map and electronic forms for conservation and project planning. Coordinates with ODFW staff to develop and update maps and digital databases associated with the WWMP including the master project database, and associated GIS databases.

• Coordination of the Technical Review Team and Wildlife Advisory Group as needed, including scheduling meetings, developing agendas, developing and making presentations, documenting meeting results, etc. Ensures program consistency with other guiding plans and documents, including the Oregon Conservation Strategy. Ensures all purchase, planning, easement, and other documents are reviewed and approved by appropriate decision makers. Assists the Program Manager when developing program policies and plans, including public participation and review. Provides comments on other entities management plans at ODFW discretion.

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

• Evening and weekend work to attend meetings are common and required. Statewide travel at all times of the year under all kinds of weather conditions. Occasional exposure to severe weather conditions and periodic fieldwork involving foot travel on uneven ground. Infrequent contact with angry, upset or irate people.

• The duties of this position may include the use of a SPOTS Card for work-related purchases as a benefit to the agency.

• This position requires first aid and CPR training.

• This position 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, and does not exceed forty (40) hours in a workweek. Work exceeding 40 hours per week requires prior approval by the supervisor.

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.

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.

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;

• Six 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:

• Employee must be skilled in communication and have basic knowledge of salmon, steelhead, coastal cutthroat trout, sucker and other trout species biology, life history and habitat requirements and be up to date on habitat assessment and restoration techniques.

• Knowledge of fish screening and passage issues and criteria. Knowledge of construction procedures/requirements is desirable.

• The ability to diplomatically deal with landowners, the public and the media are very important.

• Familiarity and proficiency with Windows, MS Word and MS Excel at beginning level.

Additional Information:

Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by your resume or the "Job History" section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in your resume or 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 and cover letters 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife and their habitats. 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. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!

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