Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
On-Call Biologist
Riverside, CA · On-site
$27.55 - $34.43/hr
WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work ... Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act ...
On-Call Biologist
Riverside, CA · On-site
$27.55 - $34.43/hr
WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work ... Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act ...
On-Call Biologist
$27.55 - $34.43/hr
WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work ... Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act ...
On-Call Biologist
$27.55 - $34.43/hr
WSP also has ongoing biological monitoring, habitat assessments, and environmental permitting work ... Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (e.g., ESA, MBTA, Clean Water Act ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · On-site +1
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · On-site +1
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Riverside, CA · On-site +1
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Riverside, CA · On-site +1
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Biologist
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$45K - $58K/yr
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. * Endangered Species Act (ESA) threatened, endangered, and protected species habitat assessments * Conduct biological monitoring and environmental inspection ...
Biologist
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
$45K - $58K/yr
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. * Endangered Species Act (ESA) threatened, endangered, and protected species habitat assessments * Conduct biological monitoring and environmental inspection ...
Biologist
Houston, TX · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. * Endangered Species Act (ESA) threatened, endangered, and protected species habitat assessments * Conduct biological monitoring and environmental inspection ...
Biologist
Houston, TX · On-site
$45K - $56K/yr
Clean Water Act Section 404 permitting. * Endangered Species Act (ESA) threatened, endangered, and protected species habitat assessments * Conduct biological monitoring and environmental inspection ...
Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site +1
$74K - $97K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site +1
$74K - $97K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
Rufus, OR · On-site
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Fish Biologist
$74K/yr
... water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and 3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any ...
Biologist/Field Lead
Houston, TX · On-site +1
Biologist / Field Lead Remote - Texas Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San ... water, transportation) Territory: Texas primary + US support Travel: range 30-60% (higher during ...
Biologist/Field Lead
Houston, TX · On-site +1
Biologist / Field Lead Remote - Texas Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San ... water, transportation) Territory: Texas primary + US support Travel: range 30-60% (higher during ...
Collects water and biological samples for subcontracted laboratory analysis; * Interacts with ... laboratories to obtain desired and quality-assured results; * Uses field equipment and thoroughly ...
Collects water and biological samples for subcontracted laboratory analysis; * Interacts with ... laboratories to obtain desired and quality-assured results; * Uses field equipment and thoroughly ...
Biologist 2
Walnut Creek, CA · On-site
This is a unique opportunity that supports projects in our transportation, water, and natural ... In the role of Biologist II, we'll count on you to proactively lend your biological resources ...
Biologist 2
Walnut Creek, CA · On-site
This is a unique opportunity that supports projects in our transportation, water, and natural ... In the role of Biologist II, we'll count on you to proactively lend your biological resources ...
Biologist 2
Walnut Creek, CA · On-site
This is a unique opportunity that supports projects in our transportation, water, and natural ... In the role of Biologist II, we'll count on you to proactively lend your biological resources ...
Biologist 2
Walnut Creek, CA · On-site
This is a unique opportunity that supports projects in our transportation, water, and natural ... In the role of Biologist II, we'll count on you to proactively lend your biological resources ...
Mid-Level Biologist
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Are you a mid-level biologist seeking challenging projects, career advancement, employee ownership ... DBS&A is a water resources, engineering, and environmental consulting firm providing comprehensive ...
Mid-Level Biologist
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Are you a mid-level biologist seeking challenging projects, career advancement, employee ownership ... DBS&A is a water resources, engineering, and environmental consulting firm providing comprehensive ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · On-site
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist - Riverside
Mission Viejo, CA · On-site
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Aquatic Biologist 1 (Limited- Term)
Wilkes Barre, PA · On-site +1
$26.57/hr
The work helps protect water quality by identifying impacts from pollution, supporting environmental decisions, and providing accurate scientific information. As an Aquatic Biologist 1, you will ...
Aquatic Biologist 1 (Limited- Term)
Wilkes Barre, PA · On-site +1
$26.57/hr
The work helps protect water quality by identifying impacts from pollution, supporting environmental decisions, and providing accurate scientific information. As an Aquatic Biologist 1, you will ...
Biologist/Field Lead
Austin, TX · On-site
Biologist / Field Lead Remote - Texas Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San ... water, transportation) Territory: Texas primary + US support Travel: range 30-60% (higher during ...
Biologist/Field Lead
Austin, TX · On-site
Biologist / Field Lead Remote - Texas Preference for Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, or San ... water, transportation) Territory: Texas primary + US support Travel: range 30-60% (higher during ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist- Northern CA
Oakland, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
Mid-level Environmental Biologist- Northern CA
Oakland, CA · Hybrid
$80K - $90K/yr
Biological Work Environment: Hybrid Compensation: $80,000-$90,000 annually ... Dudek's journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California's water and wastewater ...
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$74K/yr
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Job description
Serves as the principal advisor on fisheries-related matters. Provides recommendations regarding the development, planning, budgeting, and execution of fish monitoring programs and research coordination activities at the assigned hydropower facility. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to support fisheries management objectives, and evaluates biological data and operational impacts. Ensures research efforts are conducted in compliance with applicable policies and regulations.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Fish Biologist:
Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biology, zoology, or biological oceanography that included at least 30 semester hours in biological and aquatic science and 15 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences. This course work must have included:
1. At least 15 semester hours of preparatory training in zoology beyond introductory biology or zoology in such courses as invertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, histology, physiology, embryology, advanced vertebrate zoology, genetics, entomology, and parasitology; and
2. At least 6 semester hours of training applicable to fishery biology in such subjects as fishery biology, ichthyology, limnology, oceanography, algology, planktonology, marine or fresh water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and
3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, or statistics.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Applying knowledge of fishery issues related to Indian treaties, commercial and sport fisheries, Canadian treaty, fish passage, and /or water budget, etc., to understand the obligations and relationships; 2) Reviewing biological implications of proposed actions such as changes in project operations; and 3) Overseeing fish related operations and maintenance activities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
OR
Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Biology, Zoology, Aquatic Biology, Wildlife Biology, or Biological Oceanography.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/Employment Type: OTHER
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Fish Biologist:
Degree: Bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in biology, zoology, or biological oceanography that included at least 30 semester hours in biological and aquatic science and 15 semester hours in the physical and mathematical sciences. This course work must have included:
1. At least 15 semester hours of preparatory training in zoology beyond introductory biology or zoology in such courses as invertebrate zoology, comparative anatomy, histology, physiology, embryology, advanced vertebrate zoology, genetics, entomology, and parasitology; and
2. At least 6 semester hours of training applicable to fishery biology in such subjects as fishery biology, ichthyology, limnology, oceanography, algology, planktonology, marine or fresh water ecology, invertebrate ecology, principles of fishery population dynamics, or related course work in the field of fishery biology; and
3. At least 15 semester hours of training in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, or statistics.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Applying knowledge of fishery issues related to Indian treaties, commercial and sport fisheries, Canadian treaty, fish passage, and /or water budget, etc., to understand the obligations and relationships; 2) Reviewing biological implications of proposed actions such as changes in project operations; and 3) Overseeing fish related operations and maintenance activities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).
OR
Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Biology, Zoology, Aquatic Biology, Wildlife Biology, or Biological Oceanography.
OR
Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.Education:FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/Employment Type: OTHER
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