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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Research Fish Biologist - Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3 in Olympia, Washington
Title- *Research Fish Biologist *Classification- Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3 Job Status- *Full-Time / Permanent *WDFW Program- *Fish Program -- Ecology and Life Cycle Monitoring Unit * Duty Station- Olympia, Washington -- Thurston County *Telework- *While this position offers a hybrid work arrangement, the successful candidate must reside within Washington State and be available to report to the Olympia, WA headquarters as needed.
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As a senior-level biologist, you will lead a dedicated team in assessing the interactive effects of stream temperature, climate change, and non-native fish on native fish populations, including salmon and steelhead.
In this critical role, you'll plan, develop, and design biological studies, analyze and interpret results, and effectively communicate findings through written reports, oral presentations, and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
Your work will directly contribute to the management of fish resources in the Chehalis River watershed, including the Monitoring and Adaptive Management Plan and Washington State more broadly as part of the "Climate Readiness Package."
What to Expect-
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Research Fish Biologist will,
Provide Data Collection, Analysis, Interpretation, Communication of Data Related to Non-Native Predatory Fish on the Washington Coast:
- Critique, develop, and finalize protocols annually.
- Apply fisheries sampling techniques, including electrofishing, environmental DNA (eDNA), seining, and snorkeling.
- With supervisor or unit leader, apply statistical principles to estimate impacts of non-native fish predators (e.g., distribution, abundance, per capita impacts) and communicate research results in agency reports, peer reviewed literature, and oral presentations.
- Maintain and repair equipment.
- Ensure timely data entry, backup, and quality assurance/control (QA/QC).
- Coordinate stream access with landowners, timber companies, Tribes, and agencies, fostering positive relationships.
- Gain access to stream survey sections by coordinating with private landowners, timber companies, Tribes, and agencies for permissions and gate keys, while fostering positive relationships to facilitate future access.
Provide Data Collection, Analysis, Interpretation, Communication of Data Related to Stream Temperature on the Washington Coast:
- Critique, develop, and finalize protocols annually.
- With supervisor or unit leader, apply statistical principles to quantify spatiotemporal patterns of stream temperature.
- Communicate research results in agency reports and oral presentations.
Supervising and Administrative Duties:
- Hire, train, and supervise permanent and non-permanent Scientific Technician positions.
- Counsel and settle employee conflicts, enlisting help of supervisor when necessary.
- Ensure staff compliance with agency training.
Purchase, organize, and maintain project equipment per agency policies.
*WORKING CONDITIONS: *
Work Setting, including hazards:
Most field surveys are conducted as flows are descending in spring and in the summer low flow conditions. Additional surveying for radio tracking fish, stream temperature, or other activities may be conducted year-round and often independently.
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