FISHERIES

February 5^th, 2008

FISH MARKING TECHNICIAN: Position No. LEFW8020. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,199 - $3,135 (or $2,388 - $3,437 if have one additional year of experience).

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Clackamas, Oregon.

Qual: 1 year of fisheries experience in a fisheries program and one of the following: Associate’s degree in Fisheries Technology; 18 additional months of fisheries experience; Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s degree.

Duties: Oversees operation of mobile fish marking units engaged in coded-wire-tagging, fin marking, and other fish tagging operations at various hatchery sites statewide.

Appl: To apply go to website.

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Ph: 503-947-6052, Website: www.dfw.state.or.us or www.oregonjobs.org

Filing Date: 02/22/08.

ASSISTANT PROJECT LEADER: Position No. LEFW8019. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,990 - $4,356.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Newport, Oregon.

Qual: Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or closely-related Bachelor’s degree or 3 years biological experience performing studies or research in a fisheries or wildlife program. In addition to one of the above, must have 2 years of biological experience in a fish or wildlife program including at least two of following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports. See recruiting announcement for substitutions for the additional 2 years of experience.

Duties: Assists in: monitoring marine recreational non-salmonid finfish; evaluating regulation proposals; producing and disseminating information; maintaining websites; writing reports; and representing the agency.

Appl: To apply go to website.

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Ph: 503-947-6052, Website: www.dfw.state.or.us or www.oregonjobs.org

Filing Date: 02/25/08.

FISH SCREENING PROGRAM COORDINATOR: Announcement No. LEFW8013. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $3,962 - $5,799 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Fish Division, Salem, Oregon.

Qual: 3 years of biological experience in a fisheries or wildlife program. At least one year of the experience must be at the professional level, performing research activities such as planning and conducting investigations, analyzing data, applying pertinent laws and regulations, and 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 years of biological experience performing studies or research in a fisheries 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 required experience and a Doctorate in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Doctorate in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to two years of required experience. Applicants who have obtained a Master’s degree or Doctorate that includes work experience from an internship, work/study, or similar program may list this experience in their resume to receive credit for the work experience. The Master’s degree/Doctorate and applicable work experience will be reviewed separately and both the education and applicable experience may count toward minimum qualifications.

Duties: The Fish Screening Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing the state’s fish screening program. This program fulfills the state’s statutory obligation to provide fish screening and/or by-pass devices at water diversions within the state. The Fish Screening Program Coordinator will work with department staff, other state and federal agencies, tribes, local governments, interest groups and private individuals to provide overall consistency and application of statutes, policies, and technical criteria to fish screening projects and activities throughout the state. In addition, s/he will provide consultation and technical guidance to supervisors, peers and subordinates throughout the state on matters involving the use of fish screening facilities to protect native and game fish from being entrained into water diversions. The Fish Screening Program Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of many complex fish screening projects throughout the state and will provide department coordination and support for the Fish Screening Task Force, a public advisory group. The average annual funding amount for these projects is approximately $3 million. Specifics: Analyze and implement: Strategies for fish screening at major and/or complex projects, in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations and criteria. Department policy for fish screening at water diversions. Program criteria for design, construction, installation, operation, maintenance and evaluation of fish screening facilities at water diversions. Schedules for the systematic inspection of fish screening sites, and for enforcement of fish screening laws. Department procedures and organizational systems to ensure that fish screening program goals, objectives, and mandates are achieved. Applications for cost-share program and recommend projects to program manager for funding based on department and program priorities. Review project expenditures on fish screening projects for appropriateness and provide preliminary and final certification for projects to qualify projects for individual tax credits. Provide information regarding statutory requirements for fish screening. Solicit cooperative means to incorporate fish screening design criteria into others’ policies, rules and projects. Develop fish screening criteria for the department based on best biological and fish screen engineering science. Draft and implement rules for fish screening criteria. Draft fish screening legislation as needed. Testify on legislation and program at legislative committees. Develop and distribute information on fish screening requirements on an informal basis. Provide technical assistance on the design, construction, installation, operation and maintenance of fish screening facilities statewide. Coordinate the department’s participation in resolving fish screening problems at all diversions, excluding mainstream dams on the Columbia and Lower Snake rivers. Prepare expert testimony and assist Attorney General’s office on controversial fish screening projects when cooperative measures are not effective. Develop and execute a maintenance program for fish screens. Prepare and present training workshops for fish division, field staff, water user groups, other agency personnel, and the public on fish screening technology. Research and prepare reports to department administrators, legislators, and the public describing Fish Screening and Passage Program activities and priorities. Provide department coordination and support for the Fish Passage Task Force by recruiting new members, scheduling meetings, developing Task Force meeting agendas, and implementing Task Force recommendations. Represent the department and the Fish Screening and Passage Program at formal conferences or assemblies, including legislative sessions, and informal discussions or meetings. Research, develop, and provide statistical and anecdotal information about fish screening progress and activities in the state.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 02/19/08.

FISHERIES TECHNICIAN / FISHERIES TECHNICIAN SENIOR: Two (2) temporary, full-time positions. Pay: Fisheries Technician: $9.66 - $12.40 hourly (depending on experience). Fisheries Technician Senior: $11.54 - $14.50 hourly (depending on experience). Dates: March to June 2008.

Location: King & Queen Fish Hatchery, Stevensville, Virginia.

Duties: Reports directly to the Assistant Hatchery Manager and/or Hatchery Manager. The worker will assist with the husbandry of eggs, larval and juvenile fish, water quality monitoring, and the assimilation of accurate daily records. Other duties may include office and computer assistance, grounds, buildings, and equipment maintenance and general labor as needed.

Appl: Send a Virginia State application to

Contact: Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, King and Queen Fish Hatchery, 1318 Fish Hatchery Road, Stevensville, VA 23161. Ph: 804-769-3185, Fax: 804-769-2602, Email: chris.dahlem@dgif.virginia.gov Website : mike.vest@dgif.virginia.gov

Filing Date: Open.

January 14^th, 2008

MARINE FISHERIES SECTION MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7112A . A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $4,308 - $6,675 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Fish Division, Marine Resources Program, Newport, Oregon.

Qual: 6 years of experience in supervision, staff-technical, or professional level work in natural resources management. This experience must have included at least two years of supervision and management of a program, section, or unit that included: development of program rules and policies, development of long- and short-range goals and plans, program evaluation, and budget preparation. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent course work (144 quarter or 96 semester hours) in a field related to management, such as Business or Public Administration, or Wildlife or Fisheries Science or a related natural resources field, may be substituted for up to three years of the required experience, but will not substitute for the 2 years of specialized experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for up to 1 year of the required experience.

Duties: The Marine Fisheries Section Manager is one of three assistant program managers reporting to the Marine Resources Program (MRP) manager. S/he will provide overall Marine Program administration, policy, resource management coordination and staff leadership and supervise and direct marine resource management programs. The Marine Fisheries Section Manager will supervise project coordination and management for marine recreational and commercial fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. In addition, s/he will make recommendations on resources management and program budgets; act as liaison between MRP and multiple department and other agency programs (state, federal and regional); and is directly involved with public constituents/groups, fishing industry, universities, state and federal agencies. Some specifics: Serve on the Marine Program Management Team and lead MRP internal program committees and work teams as needed. Advise MRP Manager on key issues and processes. Provide policy support on resource/management issues. Develop, administer, oversee, and modify grants and budgets as needed. Oversee specific MRP management/administrative functions. Supervise, oversee, and direct work of the following projects and staff: marine recreational finfish fisheries, commercial finfish fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. Identify and develop new funding sources for MRP. Seek efficiencies and new ways of delivering program services more effectively. Develop section budgets for inclusion in MRP biennial budget and option packages. Develop project proposals. Take the lead with inter/intra agency contracts and contract coordination as needed. Work with project leaders and MRP manager, to determine short and long-term work priorities and resource issues. Provide technical advice. Represent the department at public fishery management outreach functions; meet with constituent groups. Provide recommendations to MRP manager on issues related to resource management strategies. Prepare and develop program report and rule making, for regulatory consideration by Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC), and other management forums. Coordinate MRP program and department information, education work products, and outreach, regarding marine issues as needed. This includes reviewing and drafting articles, news releases, and brochures important for public information. Participate, coordinate, and develop working relationships or partnerships with agencies, regional management forums, universities, and fishery user groups. Participate in state, local and regional management forums to set management strategies/regulations. Participates on interagency committees. Serve as Oregon Coordinator for the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. Lead the staff and issue coordination at the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Provide support to the PFMC state representative. Meet with constituent and fishing industry groups. Participate in university marine extension activities, university and community education and outreach programs by making presentations on department marine management, policy, and research activities.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/31/08.

Location: King & Queen Fish Hatchery, Stevensville, Virginia.

Appl: Send a Virginia State application to

Filing Date: Open.

January 1^st, 2007

ASSISTANT PROJECT LEADER: Announcement No. LEFW7128. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,990 - $4,356 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, NE Oregon Research and Development Program, John Day, Oregon.

Qual: A Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related degree Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework; or 3 years of biological experience performing studies or research in a fisheries or wildlife program. IN ADDITION to one of the above, you must have one of the following: 2 years of biological experience performing studies or research in a fish and/or wildlife program. This experience must have included at least 2 of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports; or Master’s Degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences and one year of biological experience performing studies or research in a fish and/or wildlife program which included at least two of the the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports; or A Doctorate in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Doctorate in biological/ecological sciences. You must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Duties: The employee in this position assists in planning, development, and implementation of studies to evaluate the escapement and productivity of spring Chinook salmon and steelhead in the John Day basin. Some specifics: Analyzes and summarizes scientific data; conducts GIS analysis of data; conducts scale pattern analysis; enters data into databases; develops spreadsheet and database models for data analysis; tabulates and summarizes data in formats suitable for written and oral presentation; and develops and assesses appropriate statistical methods for complex data analysis. Participates in collection of scientific data in northeast Oregon streams; walks streams to estimate redd and adult fish numbers; samples adult carcasses, measures length, collects scales, determines sex, and assesses egg retention; collects snouts from coded-wire-tagged fish; purchases and maintains field sampling equipment and vehicles; and submits mileage reports. Takes lead or assists in writing annual, progress, monthly, quarterly, and information reports, manuscripts, and special publications; assists in preparation of slides and graphics for presentations; and makes project presentations at professional meetings. Leads and oversees the work of up to four seasonal aides; assists with preparation and planning of work schedules and assigns daily work; provides training, directs, and reviews field sampling activities; provides written input to supervisor for performance evaluation; and contacts landowners to obtain permission for access. Develops experimental designs and statistical and analytical approaches; participates and provides technical input in project planning and coordination meetings; coordinates project activities with districts, regions, federal agencies, tribal agencies, and private landowners; assists in identifying future research needs; and assists in preparation of study plans, project proposals, and annual sampling plans. Conducts research in support of Oregon Plan monitoring efforts; interprets data and identifies data patterns and gaps; develops hypotheses for testing using current and future data; and works with Project Leader in developing investigative approaches. Assists district managers in management activities; obtains mandatory training; and participates in training to increase proficiency and efficiency in current position and to enhance career. Away from home up to five days at a time. 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.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/11/08.

PROJECT ASSISTANT: Announcement No. LEFW7127. A temporary, full-time position. Pay: $2,610 - $3,782 monthly. Dates: Limited duration appointment through July 25, 2008.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, LaGrande, Oregon.

Duties: The employee in this position assists in planning, developing, and implementing studies to evaluate the status and trend of adult steelhead and their distribution in the Upper Grande Ronde River watershed. Some specifics: Enters scientific data into database; develops and maintains spreadsheet and database models for data analysis; tabulates and summarizes data in formats suitable for written and oral presentation; manipulates and analyzes data using statistical and GIS techniques; and provides quantitative and qualitative interpretation of data to Project Leader. Participates in collection of scientific data in streams in northeast Oregon; walks streams to estimate redd and adult steelhead numbers; samples adult carcasses, measures length, collects scales, determines sex, and assesses egg retention; and collects snouts from coded-wire-tagged fish. Evaluates findings and writes and reviews monthly and quarterly reports and sections of annual and technical reports; prepares slides and graphics for presentation; and makes project presentations at professional meetings. Leads and oversees work of up to three seasonal aides; assists with preparation and planning of work schedules and assigns daily work; provides training, directs, and reviews field sampling activities; provides written input to supervisor for performance evaluation process; and contacts landowners to obtain permission for access. Monitors environmental conditions at spawning sites; counts and measures circuli patterns of fish scales; and assists District Fish Biologist in management activities. Purchases and maintains field sampling equipment and vehicles; submits mileage reports; obtains mandatory training; and participates in training to increase proficiency and efficiency in current position and to enhance career. Outdoor work in inclement weather in cold, swift streams. Considerable travel in all types of weather. Away from home up to five days at a time. 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.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/11/08.

MARINE FISHERIES SECTION MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7112A . A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $4,308 - $6,675 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Fish Division, Marine Resources Program, Newport, Oregon.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/31/08.

HATCHERY ASSISTANT MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7129. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,199 - $3,135 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Roaring River Hatchery, Scio, Oregon.

Qual: 1 year of experience in fish culture AND one of the following: An Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology; OR 18 months of fish culture experience in the care and maintenance of fish and related equipment; OR A Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework. You must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Duties: The employee in this position assists the Hatchery Manager in the operation and maintenance of Roaring River Hatchery. Some specifics: Informs manager of problems and situations in a timely manner; supplies technical advice for facility to achieve production goals; assists in planning, assigning, and reviewing work of staff; schedules and directs staff in meeting production goals; adjusts work assignments and schedules to maintain adequate staffing levels; provides input on evaluation of employee performance; and is responsible for operation of facility in manager’s absence. Handles resident rainbow brood stock; sanitizes and readies spawning area and equipment; operates crowders and seines; has needed materials and supplies on hand; handles adults to determine health, maturity, ripeness, and sex; injects adults with antibiotics as needed; measures and takes fluid, scale, and tissue samples; live spawns adults by collecting and fertilizing eggs and estimating number of eggs taken; sorts adults as needed; and treats adults with chemicals to control fungus. Sets up rearing containers to receive fish or fry; sets and monitors water flows; cleans rearing containers; feeds fish with proper quality, quantity, size, and type of fish food; monitors fish development, feeding, growth, and water flows; treats fish as prescribed by pathologist; and moves and handles fish as needed to grade, inventory, load, mark, release, or transfer. Operates, monitors, and maintains water systems; responds to emergencies; corrects flow problems; cleans intake and protects from freezing; and checks and services pumps and valves. Performs preventative and/or corrective maintenance; constructs or repairs special equipment, structures, and/or tools; and maintains flower beds, lawns, shrubs, and trees. Completes daily and monthly forms and records and written reports as assigned; meets with the public to answer questions and give hatchery tours; represents the department at official functions such as county or state fairs; attends mandatory training; and keeps abreast of changes in technology through attendance at professional meetings. Operates pickup trucks, lawn tractors, fish pumps, lifts, electric and gas power tools, and farm tractors with attachments. Unloads, stores, and handles fish feed and ice. Works in or near cold, deep, or fast moving water for extended periods of time. Handles chemicals used to prevent or control disease. Works with paint, vehicle fuel, lubricants, and other solvents during routine maintenance. Displays good sense of diplomacy when dealing with the public. Requires lifting of 50 lb. feed sacks. 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. Requires living on station to respond to emergency situations when on call.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/14/08.

ASSISTANT HATCHERY MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7121. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,199 - $3,135 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Gnat Creek Hatchery, Clatskanie, Oregon.

Qual: 1 year of experience in fish culture AND one of the following: An Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology; OR 18 months of fish culture experience in the care and maintenance of fish and related equipment; OR Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework. All applicants must submit a photocopy of all transcripts required to qualify with their application to receive credit for college degrees or coursework unless they are permanent employees of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Duties: The employee in this position assists the Hatchery Manager in the operation and maintenance of Gnat Creek Hatchery and directs and monitors the work of subordinate technical staff performing maintenance and fish culture activities. Specifics: Assists manager in setting work goals and priorities to meet production objectives; trains and leads hatchery employees and volunteers in safe use of equipment, procedures, and work practices; organizes work and assigns jobs to meet production goals; monitors progress of work being accomplished and reports project status to manager; and is responsible for operation of facility in manager’s absence. Sets up rearing containers to receive fish or fry; sets and monitors water flows; feeds fish with proper quality, quantity, size, and type of fish food; monitors fish development, feeding, growth, and water flows; treats fish as prescribed; and moves and handles fish as needed to grade, inventory, load, mark, release, or transfer. Sets up and sanitizes incubation area and equipment to receive eggs; receives eggs from spawning area or other hatcheries or programs; treats and puts down eggs; prepares eggs for shipment or transfer; sets and maintains water flows to eye up eggs; monitors eggs for development and health; treats eggs as prescribed; determines when to clean, inventory, pick, tray down, and treat eggs; monitors health of emerging and hatching fry; removes egg shells and mortalities; and monitors fry development to determine when to feed/pond. Operates, monitors, and maintains water systems; responds to emergencies; corrects flow problems; cleans intake and protects from freezing; and checks and services pumps and valves. Maintains, paints, power washes, and repairs buildings, fish culture structures, and fish ponds; services and washes gas powered vehicles and equipment; performs minor tune-ups on gas engines; and constructs or repairs special equipment, structures, and/or tools such as crowders, dipnets, mortality pickers, pond cleaning implements, predator control devices or systems, and seines. Completes required daily and monthly forms and records; completes written reports as assigned; meets with the public to answer questions and give hatchery tours; and represents the department at official functions such as county or state fairs. Working Conditions: Operates pickup trucks, lawn tractors, emergency generators, fish pumps, fish lifts, electric and gas power tools, snow blowers, and farm tractors with attachments. Unloads, stores, and handles fish feed and ice. Works in or near cold, deep, or fast moving water for extended periods of time. Handles chemicals used to treat fish or disinfect equipment to prevent or control disease.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/02/08.

Location: King & Queen Fish Hatchery, Stevensville, Virginia.

Appl: Send a Virginia State application to

Filing Date: Open.

December 17^th, 2007

ASSISTANT HATCHERY MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7121. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,199 - $3,135 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Gnat Creek Hatchery, Clatskanie, Oregon.

Qual: 1 year of experience in fish culture AND one of the following: An Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology; OR 18 months of fish culture experience in the care and maintenance of fish and related equipment; OR Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework. All applicants must submit a photocopy of all transcripts required to qualify with their application to receive credit for college degrees or coursework unless they are permanent employees of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 01/02/08.

ASSISTANT DISTRICT FISH BIOLOGIST: Announcement No. LEFW7118. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $2,990 - $4,356 monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Roseburg, Oregon.

Qual: 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 3 years of biological experience performing studies or research in a fisheries or wildlife program. In addition, must have one of the following: 2 years of biological experience performing studies or research in a fish and/or wildlife program. This experience must have included at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports; or A Master’s Degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences and one year of biological experience performing studies or research in a fish and/or wildlife program which included at least two of the the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports; or A Doctorate in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely-related Doctorate in biological/ecological sciences.

Duties: Monitoring population levels and trends of fish as well as providing protection through angling regulations, environmental management, and habitat restoration. Specifics: Coordinates fish inventory projects for the Umpqua River Basin; conducts smolt trapping operations on streams; conducts seining activities on lakes and reservoirs; conducts snorkeling surveys on lakes and streams; compiles data summaries on all fish inventory projects; coordinates inventory methods and projects with other department projects; safely operates a drift or motor boat; serves as leadworker to coordinate schedules of other district staff to conduct field work; and quantifies and does statistical comparisons of data when applicable. Coordinates collection permits such as scientific collection permits, fish transfer permits, etc. required by the department within the Umpqua River Basin; maintains department boat ramps and access for the district; applies for grants as needed to maintain boat ramps; and files appropriate records on access and boat ramps. Summarizes data and prepares information, progress, stock status, and monthly reports; prepares memos and letters to administer daily duties; answers correspondence; attends numerous meetings; gives talks at professional meetings, schools, or other groups; and organizes data and reports in shared files. Participates on the Diamond Lake Restoration Project; conducts benthic and trap net samples; and performs creel surveys. Implements water rights for the district; coordinates with the District Fish Biologist water releases for the benefit of salmonids; monitors water rights at Diamond Lake and coordinates water releases; and reviews water right applications for the district. Implements the angling regulation proposals and process for the district; tracks angling regulation proposals; evaluates new proposals; and maintains annual files for the regulation process. Responds to special assignments such as biological assessments, conservation plans, and project summarizations; assists with the development of an outreach program; and attends meetings to promote department programs.

Appl: Must submit Oregon Application Form available at www.oregonjobs.org:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 12/28/07.

MARINE FISHERIES SECTION MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7112. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $4,308 - $6,675 Monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Fish Division’s Marine Resources Program (MRP), Newport, Oregon.

Qual: 6 years of experience in supervision, staff-technical, or professional level work in natural resources management. This experience must have included at least 2 years of supervision and management of a program, section, or unit that included: a) development of program rules and policies, b) development of long- and short-range goals and plans, c) program evaluation, and d) budget preparation. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent course work (144 quarter or 96 semester hours) in a field related to management, such as Business or Public Administration, or Wildlife or Fisheries Science or a related natural resources field, may be substituted for up to 3 years of the required experience, but will not substitute for the 2 years of specialized experience. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for up to one year of the required experience.

Duties: The Marine Fisheries Section Manager is one of three assistant program managers reporting to the Marine Resources Program (MRP) manager. S/he will provide overall Marine Program administration, policy, resource management coordination and staff leadership and supervise and direct marine resource management programs. The Marine Fisheries Section Manager will supervise project coordination and management for marine recreational and commercial fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. In addition, s/he will make recommendations on resources management and program budgets; act as liaison between MRP and multiple department and other agency programs (state, federal and regional); and is directly involved with public constituents/groups, fishing industry, universities, state and federal agencies. Specifics: Serve on the Marine Program Management Team and lead MRP internal program committees and work teams as needed. Advise MRP Manager on key issues and processes. Provide policy support on resource/management issues. Develop, administer, oversee, and modify grants and budgets as needed. Oversee specific MRP management/administrative functions. Supervise, oversee, and direct work of the following projects and staff: marine recreational finfish fisheries, commercial finfish fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. Identify and develop new funding sources for MRP. Seek efficiencies and new ways of delivering program services more effectively. Develop section budgets for inclusion in MRP biennial budget and option packages. Develop project proposals. Take the lead with inter/intra agency contracts and contract coordination as needed. Work with project leaders and MRP manager, to determine short and long-term work priorities and resource issues. Provide technical advice. Represent the department at public fishery management outreach functions; meet with constituent groups. Provide recommendations to MRP manager on issues related to resource management strategies. Prepare and develop program report and rule making, for regulatory consideration by Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC), and other management forums. Coordinate MRP program and department information, education work products, and outreach, regarding marine issues as needed. This includes reviewing and drafting articles, news releases, and brochures important for public information. Participate, coordinate, and develop working relationships or partnerships with agencies, regional management forums, universities, and fishery user groups. Participate in state, local and regional management forums to set management strategies/regulations. Participates on interagency committees. Serve as Oregon Coordinator for the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. Lead the staff and issue coordination at the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Provide support to the PFMC state representative. Meet with constituent and fishing industry groups. Participate in university marine extension activities, university and community education and outreach programs by making presentations on department marine management, policy, and research activities.

Appl: Mail or fax application materials to:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 12/18/07.

Location: King & Queen Fish Hatchery, Stevensville, Virginia.

Appl: Send a Virginia State application to

Filing Date: Open.

MARINE SPECIES / FISHERIES CAMPAIGNER: A permanent, full-time position. Pay: High 30's to low 40's.

Location: Turtle Island Restoration Network, West Marin, California.

Qual: We are seeking an experienced Campaigner/Advocate to play the lead role in implementing grassroots and media campaigns to help prevent the extinction of the Pacific leatherback sea turtle. The campaign focuses on reforming industrial fishing practices that are threatening sea turtles, other marine species and long-term food supply through the promotion of marine protected areas in the US and internationally. This is a one-year position, with the possibility of renewal. The qualified candidate must have the skills and proven initiative to forward the campaign through grassroots mobilization, coalition building, media outreach, education of decision makers, conveying scientific information to other audiences, and involving the public in influencing domestic and international policy. The position involves domestic and international travel, organizing and making presentations to various audiences. Prior successful campaign experience is a must. Ability to work independently required. Campaigner must be goal oriented and success will be measured in terms of concrete, quantifiable work product.

Duties: Spearhead campaign activities, including grassroots mobilization, petition and letter writing campaigns, coalition building, and advocacy at regulatory and management bodies in the US and internationally. The campaign will focus on preventing the expansion of fisheries on the US West Coast and in Hawaii, and advocating a high seas marine protected area for leatherbacks in the Pacific. Secure earned media for campaign through press releases, op eds, story placement, etc. Write and edit fact sheets, newsletters, briefings, reports, articles, etc. Make presentations to and educate interested groups, including international NGOs, and domestic and international fisheries and conservation bodies. Remain current on federal and international regulations related to marine species and fisheries. Synthesize and distill information for various audiences. Other duties as assigned.

Appl: Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to

Contact: Karen Steele, Campaign Coordinator, Turtle Island Restoration Network, P.O. Box 400, Forest Knolls, CA 94901. Fax: 415-488-0372, Email: karen@seaturtles.org Website: www.seaturtles.org

Filing Date: Open.

December 4^th, 2007

MARINE FISHERIES SECTION MANAGER: Announcement No. LEFW7112. A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $4,308 - $6,675 Monthly.

Location: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Fish Division’s Marine Resources Program (MRP), Newport, Oregon.

Duties: The Marine Fisheries Section Manager is one of three assistant program managers reporting to the Marine Resources Program (MRP) manager. S/he will provide overall Marine Program administration, policy, resource management coordination and staff leadership and supervise and direct marine resource management programs. The Marine Fisheries Section Manager will supervise project coordination and management for marine recreational and commercial fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. In addition, s/he will make recommendations on resources management and program budgets; act as liaison between MRP and multiple department and other agency programs (state, federal and regional); and is directly involved with public constituents/groups, fishing industry, universities, state and federal agencies. Specifics: Serve on the Marine Program Management Team and lead MRP internal program committees and work teams as needed. Advise MRP Manager on key issues and processes. Provide policy support on resource/management issues. Develop, administer, oversee, and modify grants and budgets as needed. Oversee specific MRP management/administrative functions. Supervise, oversee, and direct work of the following projects and staff: marine recreational finfish fisheries, commercial finfish fisheries, habitat research and policy, nearshore resources, and federal fishery management council involvement. Identify and develop new funding sources for MRP. Seek efficiencies and new ways of delivering program services more effectively. Develop section budgets for inclusion in MRP biennial budget and option packages. Develop project proposals. Take the lead with inter/intra agency contracts and contract coordination as needed. Work with project leaders and MRP manager, to determine short and long-term work priorities and resource issues. Provide technical advice. Represent the department at public fishery management outreach functions; meet with constituent groups. Provide recommendations to MRP manager on issues related to resource management strategies. Prepare and develop program report and rule making, for regulatory consideration by Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, Pacific Fishery Management Council (PFMC), and other management forums. Coordinate MRP program and department information, education work products, and outreach, regarding marine issues as needed. This includes reviewing and drafting articles, news releases, and brochures important for public information. Participate, coordinate, and develop working relationships or partnerships with agencies, regional management forums, universities, and fishery user groups. Participate in state, local and regional management forums to set management strategies/regulations. Participates on interagency committees. Serve as Oregon Coordinator for the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission. Lead the staff and issue coordination at the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Provide support to the PFMC state representative. Meet with constituent and fishing industry groups. Participate in university marine extension activities, university and community education and outreach programs by making presentations on department marine management, policy, and research activities.

Appl: mail or fax application materials to:

Contact: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, Human Resources Division, 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, OR 97303. Ph: 503-947-6055, Fax: 503-947-6050.

Filing Date: 12/18/07.

Location: King & Queen Fish Hatchery, Stevensville, Virginia.

Appl: Send a Virginia State application to

Filing Date: Open.

MARINE SPECIES / FISHERIES CAMPAIGNER: A permanent, full-time position. Pay: High 30's to low 40's.

Location: Turtle Island Restoration Network, West Marin, California.

Appl: Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to

Contact: Karen Steele, Campaign Coordinator, Turtle Island Restoration Network, P.O. Box 400, Forest Knolls, CA 94901. Fax: 415-488-0372, Email: karen@seaturtles.org Website: www.seaturtles.org

Filing Date: Open.

November 13^th, 2007

MARINE SPECIES / FISHERIES CAMPAIGNER: A permanent, full-time position. Pay: High 30's to low 40's.

Location: Turtle Island Restoration Network, West Marin, California.

Appl: Send resume, cover letter, and 3 references to

Contact: Karen Steele, Campaign Coordinator, Turtle Island Restoration Network, P.O. Box 400, Forest Knolls, CA 94901. Fax: 415-488-0372, Email: karen@seaturtles.org Website: www.seaturtles.org

Filing Date: Open.

DOMESTIC FISHERIES OBSERVER: A permanent, full-time position. Pay: $3,900.00-$6,006.00 per month, depending on experience, plus room, board, and travel to and from job site. Dates: Recruiting biologists for trainings that begin in December, 2007.

Location: Alaskan Observers Inc., Bering Sea, North Pacific, and Gulf of Alaska.

Qual: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in fisheries biology, marine biology, general biology, zoology, or a related natural science.

Duties: Persons hired attend training in either Seattle, WA or Anchorage, AK. In the six months following training, observers make several deployments, each one of which is approximately 2 to 2 ½ months in length. Observers are guaranteed subsequent deployment opportunities and salary advances. Observers gather management data for the Government, living and working aboard U.S.-flagged commercial fishing vessels.

Appl: For information and application:

Contact: Alaskan Observers, Inc., Attn: David Edick, 130 Nickerson, Suite 206, Seattle, WA 98109. Ph: 800-483-7310 or 206-283-7310, Fax: 206-283-6519 Email: aoistaff@alaskanobservers.com Website: www.alaskanobservers.com

Filing Date: Open year round.