Senior Fisheries Biologist

GEI Consultants, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Fisheries Biologist to lead innovative aquatic sciences projects. This role involves managing multidisciplinary teams and enhancing relationships with clients and partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fisheries, aquatic ecology, and natural resource management, particularly in California. This position offers a chance to tackle pressing environmental challenges through collaboration and expertise, contributing to impactful projects in a collegial and supportive environment. If you are passionate about aquatic systems and ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of relevant consulting experience required; 10+ years preferred.
• Expertise in fisheries and aquatic ecology with interest in related disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex projects focused on aquatic systems and fisheries analyses.
• Provide leadership in fisheries and aquatic ecology technical work.

Skills

Fisheries Sampling

Ecological Restoration

Natural Resource Management

Biological Impact Assessments

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Biology

Master’s or PhD in related field

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Job Description

The Fisheries Biologist will be responsible for planning, leading, and executing technical aquatic sciences programs and projects. This includes maintaining strong relationships with GEI staff, clients, and teaming partners, as well as managing and contributing to environmental project and proposal teams. The ideal candidate will have experience with small-, medium-, and large-scale projects in fisheries, aquatic sciences, and natural resources, primarily in California but also in other states. They will lead complex projects focused on aquatic systems.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

The successful applicant will provide leadership in fisheries and aquatic ecology technical work, including fisheries sampling, ecological restoration, Delta and Central Valley projects, natural resource management planning, ESA compliance, and biological impact assessments for ESA, FERC, SWRCB, NEPA, and CEQA. Experience with FERC processes is a plus. Projects involve complex fisheries analyses, mitigation planning, multidisciplinary teamwork, and innovative project design. Opportunities include watershed management, habitat restoration, bio-assessment, large environmental compliance documents, flood control, water rights, and regulatory proceedings. Mentoring and problem-solving in a collegial environment are key components.

Minimum Qualifications

• Expertise in fisheries and aquatic ecology, with interest in related disciplines such as water quality, hydrology, restoration, modeling, or conservation biology.
• Detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with northern and central California aquatic environments is preferred.
• 5-10 years of relevant consulting experience required; 10+ years preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in fisheries biology, aquatic ecology, or related field is required; Master’s or PhD preferred.

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