State Fishery Management Assistant Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 2)
Core
Assist the State Fishery Management Program Leader in managing Oregon's marine commercial fisheries, specifically the nearshore and Yaquina Bay herring fisheries, by analyzing data, developing monitoring plans, and leading acoustic surveys to estimate biomass and set quotas.
Role type
State Fishery Management Assistant Project Leader (Natural Resource Specialist 2)
Builds
Management and monitoring plans for commercial fisheries; acoustic survey data for herring biomass estimation.
Domain
Fisheries management / Marine biology / Oregon coastal resources
Required skills
Biological studies and research, Data analysis (including spatial data), Report writing, Stakeholder engagement, Database management (MS Access, Excel), Fishery monitoring program design, Small boat handling
Preferred skills
Experience with U.S. West Coast marine fisheries, Experience assessing fishery management measures, Experience facilitating public/advisory meetings, Experience writing technical reports and management plans, Experience with scientific studies on fish or aquatic invertebrates, Experience interacting with commercial seafood industry participants
Technologies
MS Access, Excel, Acoustic survey equipment
Responsibilities
Analyze commercial fisheries and research data, Document findings in reports and presentations, Develop and implement management and monitoring plans, Communicate with stakeholders and advisory bodies, Lead annual acoustic survey effort for herring, Serve as primary point of contact for specific fisheries
Seniority
Mid-level specialist (requires Bachelor's + 2 years or Master's + 1 year or Doctorate)
