Wildlife Biologist & Habitat Manager

State of Oregon; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Diversity and inclusion emphasis

Job summary

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks a Wildlife Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 3) in Charleston, Oregon, to direct the wildlife management program for the western Umpqua district. You will supervise one FTE and work with a lead biologist on essential activities including population inventory, planning, and habitat protection, with extensive public and landowner interactions.

The role requires ATV safety, hazardous materials certifications, and licenses within six months, with

Qualifications

• Experience in wildlife biology and management.
• Experience with databases, mapping, and data analysis.
• Experience working with multiple partners and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Direct and conduct the wildlife management program in the western Umpqua district.
• Oversee one FTE and coordinate with the lead biologist on activities.
• Inventory wildlife populations and plan habitat protection and damage control.
• Interact with public, private landowners, and land managers.

Skills

Wildlife biology

Mapping skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder cooperation

Public safety

Budget tracking

Presentations

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Science

Job description

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks a Wildlife Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 3) in Charleston, Oregon, to direct the wildlife management program for the western Umpqua district. You will supervise one FTE and work with a lead biologist on essential activities including population inventory, planning, and habitat protection, with extensive public and landowner interactions.

The role requires ATV safety, hazardous materials certifications, and licenses within six months, with