Job Information
Avista Utilities Fisheries Biologist - Temporary (Up to 3 Years) in Noxon, Montana
Description
Closes: Open until filled Starting Range: $23.37 to $39.00 per hourFull Range: $23.37 to $43.39 per hour
Job Description
Join Avista’s Clark Fork River natural resource team as we work towards Bull Trout recovery in the lower Clark Fork River (Montana and Idaho). The primary duty of this position is to help implement the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plan for the recently constructed Cabinet Gorge Dam Fish Passage Facility (facility). The biologist will be responsible for data analyses and summarization in the interest of iteratively improving the performance of the facility. Several variables (e.g., entrance gate aspect, flow through the facility) are being tested to determine which are most effective at capturing target species (Bull Trout and Westslope Cutthroat Trout). Other data sources that are integral to the evaluation of the facility include operational data collected at the dam and facility; fish capture data at the facility and at a downstream ladder trap; PIT-monitoring equipment located in the facility and in the river downstream, and a fish counter device (Vaki Riverwatcher) and camera system inside the facility. The biologist will work with other Avista biologists and stakeholders to make recommendations for improving performance of the facility and M&E Plan. The biologist will draft technical reports and otherwise help to disseminate information to stakeholders. This position requires sound database (e.g., Microsoft Excel) and analytical software (e.g., R) skills. In addition, the applicant must have the ability to work with minimal supervision. The natural resource team implements a diverse suite of fisheries projects ranging from headwater streams to the reservoirs and Lake Pend Oreille. This position will likely assist with other projects and fieldwork as time and interest allow. Company-provided housing is available.
What's in it for You?
Competitive wages and generous benefits
Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
Industry stability and innovative company culture
Requirements
Field work with Bull Trout or other native salmonids preferred.
Experience with electrofishing, fish traps, weirs, and salmonid data collection preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Valid driver’s license.
Fisheries Biologist I:
Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries related field.
Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze and prepare reports based on fishery data.
Ability to operate and maintain boats, four-wheel drive vehicles, and small generators.
Fisheries Biologist II:
Master of Science degree in fisheries or related field.
2+ years of experience.
Demonstrated ability to lead and/or supervise others
Fisheries Biologist III:
Master of Science degree in fisheries or related field.
5+ years of experience.
Demonstrated ability to lead and/or supervise others.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
To Apply We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have step progressions to account for an incoming employee’s various levels of knowledge, skills, and experience.
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BenefitsAt Avista, we believe our employees are essential. Through them we deliver value to our customers and the communities we serve. The physical, mental, and financial health and well-being of our employees and their families are important to us. We are committed to offering a comprehensive total rewards program comprised of an externally competitive, internally equitable compensation structure and a benefits package that allows us to retain and attract a diverse, engaged, and skilled workforce. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, retirement benefits, incentive plans, wellness resources, time-off programs and much more. In addition to our total rewards program, the Pacific Northwest offers abundant outdoor recreation, four distinct seasons, and all the amenities and activities an individual or family might be interested in. To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.
Pre-employment screening requirementsEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.
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