Fisheries Biologist III – Restoration Project Manager

The Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs Reservation of Oregon are seeking to fill a Fisheries Biologist III – Restoration Project Manager to oversee the development and implementation of conservation and restoration projects that target watershed and habitat recovery for anadromous fish throughout the Lower Deschutes River basin.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, design, bid, implement, and maintain conservation and restoration projects on the Warm Springs Reservation. These projects may include: instream habitat improvements, channel restoration, riparian plantings, livestock management fencing, irrigation piping and efficiency, and fish passage.
• Coordinate with Bureau of Natural Resources staff to develop and implement projects consistent with objectives of other Natural Resources departments and the Tribes’ vision for resource management.
• Provide technical assistance throughout the project design process.
• Directly supervise up to two fisheries technicians in the field and office.
• Attend meetings to represent Tribal interests the in basin, and communicate with agencies, Tribal membership, and public citizens to discuss projects and planning efforts.
• Assist with writing and management of grant funding for projects, and write reports that reflect progress and details of project work efforts.

education & experience:

• Masters of Science in Fisheries Science or closely related field and 3 years job-related experience or Bachelor of Science in Fisheries Science or closely related field and 5 years of job-related experience.
• Project management and supervisory experience necessary.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Knowledge of habitat restoration methods and techniques that target habitat recovery for anadromous fish.
• Knowledge of habitat requirements of anadromous salmonids of the Pacific Northwest.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with peers, partners, Tribal leadership, and Tribal members.
• Supervise staff, including hiring, training, and oversight as necessary.
• Ability to develop and manage contracts and budgets.
• An understanding of effective project management strategies, especially in a restoration or natural resources context.

Must have a valid driver’s license, be able to pass drug screening and background check.