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Janelle Anderson
(503) 731-1316

Fishery Technician III

The position offered is associated with the Commission’s Production, Research, and Restoration Group. This research group is now engaged in several stock composition, identification, and structure investigations. As well, the group is involved in describing, developing, and quantitatively evaluating restoration strategies for Pacific salmon. The Technician will be assigned to one or several of these projects and will work in both laboratory and field settings. The position is subject to availability of funds.

Position Details
Essential Job Functions
Specific duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
  1. Fish capture and identification, data collection, and biological sampling.
  2. Data entry using commercial and custom computer applications.
  3. Age analysis using fish scales.
  4. Assisting in data analysis and report writing.
  5. Operating a jet boat in large rivers.
Job Requirements/Qualifications
  1. Experience collecting natural resource data in the field. A bachelor’s degree in fisheries or a related field will substitute for work experience.
  2. Familiarity with biological research, data analyses, and the ability to execute detailed technical procedures. Specific knowledge in deploying, recording and managing data related PIT tagging, and experience in scale pattern analysis is preferred.
  3. Experience with computer applications and data management. Specifically knowledge entering, navigating and analysis using Access databases.
  4. Ability to work effectively and positively in field, office, and laboratory settings.
  5. A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to lift and carry objects weighting at least 30 pounds.
  6. Experience operating boats (jet boats, others) in large rivers. Oregon Boater certified.
Supervision Received
The position reports to the project supervisor on an ongoing basis.
Supervision Given
This position has no supervisory duties.
Working Conditions

Position may require extra hours to meet deadlines. Occasional travel to tribes and other travel may be necessary.

Position Details
Department
  • Fish Science
Salary/Wage
  • $22,360 - $29,120 DOQ
Classification
  • 12 months (depending on funding)
Location
  • Portland, Oregon


Closing date

28 March 2008

Application Procedure


Click here. to download an electronic application form.

Send completed application, résumé, cover letter, and a list of at least three professional references to:

CRITFC
ATTN: Human Resources
729 NE Oregon, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97232

You may submit your application by:
  • Surface mail to the above address
  • Fax to 503.235.4228
  • email to


Additional Information
Doug Hatch
Fisheries Scientist
(503) 238-0667

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