District Wildlife Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) Underfill Option

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Competitive benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a District Wildlife Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) Underfill Option. This full-time, limited duration role covers 2026-11-01 to 2028-10-31, with potential for rotation for current state employees.

Responsibilities include wildlife population monitoring, habitat work, trapping, and habitat maintenance, plus interaction with landowners and data management. Competitive benefits and union representation apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in wildlife fieldwork and handling.
• Data entry and management experience.
• Experience interacting with landowners.
• Ability to perform field operations on varied terrain.
• Basic maintenance and use of farm/construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform farming and forage enhancement operations on public and private lands.
• Help landowners resolve wildlife conflict.
• Assist with wildlife population monitoring from air and ground.
• Trap wildlife using a variety of methods.
• Apply agricultural husbandry knowledge (tillage, fertilization, planting).
• Build, repair, and maintain fencing.
• Operate and maintain farm/construction equipment and logs.
• Perform basic repairs (painting, wiring, plumbing, carpentry, welding).
• Fabricate nesting devices for birds.

Skills

Wildlife fieldwork

Landowner interaction

Data entry

Problem solving

Tools

ATV Safety Education Card

Job description

District Wildlife Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) Underfill Option

Salary Range: $3,515 - $5,193

Position Type: Employee

Job Description

This is a full time, Limited Duration position with an anticipated duration of November 1, 2026 – October 31, 2028.

We will also consider a Job Rotation for current, regular status employees of Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife in good standing in a permanent or limited duration position (not temporary or seasonal) that is expected to continue through at least October 31, 2028. Please attach approval from your current manager to be considered for this job rotation in the resume/cover letter section of your application.

Required Responsibilities

• Perform farming and forage enhancement operations on public and private lands.
• Help landowners resolve wildlife conflict.
• Assist with wildlife population monitoring from both air and ground.
• Trap ungulates, carnivores, upland and migratory game birds and other wildlife as needed using a variety of methods including immobilization drugs, drive/walk-in/ corral traps, rocket nets, drop nets and net guns.
• Apply agricultural husbandry knowledge, including tillage, fertilization, and planting of grasses and legumes.
• Build, repair, and maintain fencing.
• Operate, maintain, and repair farm and construction equipment including trucks, tractors, backhoes, loaders, graders, dozers, plows, trailers, augers, disks, harrows, spreaders, seeders, pumps, motors, winches, generators, four‑wheelers, and shop tools.
• Maintain equipment logs and records.
• Perform basic painting, electrical wiring, mechanical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, concrete work, and welding (electric and oxy‑acetylene).
• Fabricate and install nesting devices for birds.

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.

This position requires obtaining an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education Card through the Oregon State Parks and Recreation Department within six months of appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

Fish and Wildlife Technician ($3798 - $5193)

Option 1:

• OR-

Option 2: Eighteen months of experience in the care of livestock, agricultural research and experimentation, monitoring game or wildlife, or farming. (Six months of fisheries or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).

Equivalency Notes

• A higher level degree in Wildlife Science, Agriculture, or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate’s degree.

Fish and Wildlife Technician Entry Option ($3515 - $4312)

Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification (there are no minimum qualifications). Previous related experience is desirable.

Desired Attributes

• Wildlife fieldwork and handling experience
• Data entry and management experience
• Experience interacting with landowners
• Experience collecting biological samples
• Maintenance experience
• Agricultural husbandry experience

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.

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://myodfw.com/about

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

Additional Information

• 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
• 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
• Veterans’ and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate 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