Fish Research Project Leader (Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist) at State of Oregon

Initial Posting Date

11/14/2025

Application Deadline

12/04/2025

Agency

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range

$5,763 - $8,504

Position Type

Employee

Position Title

Fish Research Project Leader (Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist)

Job Description

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES!

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Duties

As a Fish Research Project Leader (Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist) in La Grande, Pendleton or Umatilla, Oregon, you will supervise and conduct research studies to evaluate the abundance, condition, and survival of out-migrant juvenile salmonids in the Umatilla, Grande Ronde, and Snake rivers. Duties include:

• Administer and coordinate project operations
• Prepare reports and presentations
• Participate in collection of scientific data in streams in Northeast Oregon
• Conduct personnel activities
• Prepare budgets
• Write progress reports, technical reports and scientific publications
• Public speaking and making presentations on natural resource issues
• Supervision of eight employees
  
  

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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Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

What We Are Looking For

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.

Equivalency Notes

• 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.
  
  

Desired Attributes

• Experience working on agency committees to develop staff proposals or agency positions
• Experience performing data analysis using a variety of statistical tools
• Experience making presentations
• Experience developing and implementing project proposals
• Experience monitoring budgets and tracking expenditures
• Experience developing presentations and presenting and speaking to groups.
• Experience leading and supervising employees
  
  

APPLICATION DETAILS AND INSTRUCTIONS

• Your application helps determine your starting salary. Be sure it accurately and thoroughly reflects your skills, experience, and education even if you don’t believe it directly relates to the position. We cannot accept any additional application materials submitted after the application deadline.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
• 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 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%
• State of Oregon Employees, must apply through their employee Workday account.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline
• Reasonable accommodation 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
• First time applying to the State of Oregon? Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event!
• If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503.947.6051
  
  

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

Additional Benefits Include

• 11 paid holidays a year and a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Live, work and play in La Grande, Pendleton, or Umatilla, Oregon
  
  

Additional Information

• The employee in this position will become part of the State's management team. 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 visit Veterans Resources
  
  

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