Lower Rogue Seining (Biological Science Assistant)

Initial Posting Date:

05/21/2026

Application Deadline:

06/04/2026

Agency:

Department of Fish and Wildlife Salary Range:

$3,515 - $4,124

Position Type:

Employee Position Title:

Lower Rogue Seining (Biological Science Assistant)

Job Description:

Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

Location:

There are three, seasonal, full-time positions located in Gold Beach, Oregon. Housing is not provided for these positions.

Anticipated Duration:

July 20, 2026 - October 31, 2026 (These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project's control).

What you will do:

You will serve as a member of a 4-person crew for the lower Rogue River/Huntley Park Seining Project. You will be driving and trailering a large seining boat. You will be setting and pulling in a 300 foot beach seine. You will be wearing waders and walking over gravel bars. You will be handling fish that may weigh up to 50 pounds. You will be tasked with collecting and recording the species, sex, fish length, and scale samples from captured fish. The data collected is used to determine population health, to establish population estimates, and to help manage the fisheries resources in streams within the district as well as the salmon resources in the ocean. Additional duties when not conducting seining may include: Rotary smolt trap operation and data analysis; juvenile salmonid snorkel surveys; angler creel; work with local ODFW STEP and state hatchery; estuary seining; and fish presence/absence surveys. These positions require a Boater Education Card obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board. There are some exceptions to this (e.g., Coast Guard Boat Operator License or commercial fishing license). For further information, access the Web site at www.boatoregon.com. On your application, be sure to indicate in your job description if you have a card or a copy of your card can be attached. If the selected applicant does not possess a card, they must obtain it before completion of the trial service period as a condition of continued employment. For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here. Questions about the positions?

Please contact:

Steve.

J.Mazur@odfw.oregon.gov What we are looking for:

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications are not established for these positions; however we are seeking applicants with the following related skills and experience (e.g., experience identifying adult salmonids, operating jet or propeller driven boats, conducting salmon and steelhead stream surveys in remote areas, fish hatchery experience, , communicating with members of the public, and keeping neat and precise field data) and who possess or are in pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological/ecological sciences will be given preference for interviews. Benefits of Joining Our Team The Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon's changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making.

Additional benefits include:

Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package. Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon. Application Details and Instructions The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process. The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95% This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occur State of Oregon Employees, must apply through their employee Workday account. Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline First time applying to the State of Oregon? Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event! You can also view this video or this knowledge article for assistance. Reasonable accommodation for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans' preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please call 503.947.6051 and ask to speak to a recruiter

Additional Details:

The employee in this position will be represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and will be subject to all terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice. Finalists are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required this position. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships. Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Veterans' and Oregon National Guard preference: Eligible Veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources. Helpful Links & Resources How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | Classification and Compensation |Ready to Relocate to Oregon |

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