Fish Habitat & Passage Specialist

US Army Corps of Engineers; Kahlotus (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Fish Biologist to advise on planning and development of fisheries management programs in Washington.

You will develop methods and monitor implementation, coordinate with project personnel on fish facilities standards/improvements, and review plans to ensure safe fish passage. You will analyze water in collection systems and ladders to improve hydraulics, review agency/tribal reports, and stay current on environmental law related to Corps activities.

Qualifications

• Education and experience described: degree in biological science with aquatic focus and required coursework; or combination of education and experience meeting the major requirements.
• Specialized experience includes applying fish evaluation and monitoring methods related to habitat, migration, and passage.

Responsibilities

• Serve as advisor for development and planning of fish management programs.
• Develops methods and monitors implementation of fisheries programs.
• Coordinate with project personnel on fish facilities standards and improvements and deviations from the Fish Passage Plan.
• Review plans for fish facilities modifications to ensure safe fish passage.
• Analyze water distribution in fish collection systems and ladders to improve hydraulic conditions.
• Review reports and proposals from state/federal agencies and tribes on fish facilities and dam operations effects.
• Maintain knowledge of environmental law (e.g., Wildlife Coordination Act, ESA, Northwest Planning Act).
• Analyze information for potential application in fish conservation and management at Corps projects.

Skills

Fish biology

Environmental policy

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological science with aquatic subjects

Master's degree or 2 years graduate in Aquatic/Fishery Biology

Job description

US Army Corps of Engineers seeks a Fish Biologist to advise on planning and development of fisheries management programs in Washington.

You will develop methods and monitor implementation, coordinate with project personnel on fish facilities standards/improvements, and review plans to ensure safe fish passage. You will analyze water in collection systems and ladders to improve hydraulics, review agency/tribal reports, and stay current on environmental law related to Corps activities.