Research and Recovery Field Biologist – Skagit River System Cooperative

NWIFC; Washington; Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Skagit River System Cooperative is seeking a Research and Recovery Field Biologist to support field sampling and data collection for salmonid long-term monitoring in the Skagit River Watershed.

The TERM appointment may extend based on funding, and duties include leading field crews, implementing protocols, data entry, and report preparation. Strong preference for higher degrees in fisheries or wildlife biology and prior field leadership experience.

Qualifikationen

• Associate degree in natural science is required; bachelor’s or master’s preferred.
• 3+ months of boat operation experience and ≥1 year of fisheries techniques or habitat surveys.
• Experience leading field crews is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead field crews to sample fishes in the Skagit River Watershed.
• Coordinate and collect biological, chemical, and habitat samples.
• Implement sampling protocols including fyke trapping, beach seining, smolt trapping, electrofishing, and habitat assessments.
• Deploy data loggers and conduct RTK surveys.
• Record, compile, and maintain field records and data sheets.
• Assist in preparation of technical reports and data analysis.

Kenntnisse

Field sampling

Data entry

Wildlife fieldwork

Communication

Ausbildung

Associate degree in natural science

Bachelor's or Master in fisheries/wildlife

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Research and Recovery Field Biologist

Job Description: Provide support to SRSC and its staff in the collection of samples and data required in the implementation of salmonid long-term monitoring. This position is a TERM appointment dependent on need and continued funding. It is currently scheduled to conclude two years from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension contingent on continued funding.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Lead field crews to sample fishes in the Skagit River Watershed, including Skagit Bay.
• Coordinate and collect biological, chemical, and physical habitat samples and/or data.
• Implement developed sampling protocols in the Skagit River Watershed and across the Whidbey Basin, which includes fyke trapping, beach seining, smolt trapping, electrofishing, and habitat assessments associated with catch.
• Deploy and maintain data loggers and conduct RTK surveys as necessary.
• Track supplies and personnel to complete assigned tasks.
• Purchase, organize, and maintain project equipment, following SRSC purchasing and inventory requirements.
• Perform assigned tasks that involve physical labor such as, but not limited to, site clearance, preparation, planting, carpentry, hauling, lifting, boat operation and hiking in remote backcountry situations.
• Record, compile, and maintain field records and notes, including logbooks, data sheets, and electronic data collection equipment.
• Data entry and QA/QC.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, including data analysis and writing.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by supervisor, the Research and Recovery Director, Program Directors, and/or the SRSC Board.

Qualifications:

Education. The position requires an associate degree in a natural science field as a baseline qualification. Candidates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in fisheries, wildlife science, biology, or a closely related discipline are strongly preferred.

Experience. The position requires 3+ months of boat operation and handling experience and at least 1 year of experience implementing fisheries techniques or fish habitat surveys. Additional boat operation and handling experience, field experience, and experience leading field crews preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License and must be insurable for driving
• Ability to attain a Boater’s Safety Card within the first month of appointment
• Ability to comply with the Drug-Free Workplace Act
• Proficiency in the use of computers, including Microsoft Office products.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Accurate record-keeping ability
• Capability to operate sharp tools and power equipment safely
• Sensitivity to Native American culture, customs, and traditions
• Ability to
  • carry at least 40 lbs. of equipment over uneven terrain for up to 5 miles in a day
  • work in swift water conditions of rivers and tidal habitats
  • safely lift, move, and handle field gear
  • perform tasks that may require bending, kneeling, climbing, or reaching
  • walk, navigate, and board boats in muddy estuarine environments
  • work weekends and evenings depending on sampling needs
  • work in harsh environments under adverse weather conditions
• Within the first 3 months, ability to
  • learn internal databases
  • learn ArcGIS software to digitize spatial data
  • identify juvenile salmonids and other freshwater and estuarine species