The primary duties of the Senior Fish Biologist include management of fisheries-related projects that include design and implementation of field studies, including fisheries assessments, fish population analyses, baseline studies, habitat improvement, instream flow and restoration. This person will also coordinate and/or be involved in efforts related to hydroelectric or other facility relicensing; as well as compliance and implementation of current license requirements. This person will also oversee advanced fisheries data analysis and provide quality assurance/quality control. Other responsibilities include; building and maintaining client relations, and participating in project development as well as contract document preparation, project management, preparation of scopes and budgets, strategic planning and mentoring/supervising junior and mid level staff.

This person will be viewed as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity.

Some travel will be required.







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Sr. 081953, Senior Fisheries Biologist MS in Fisheries or Aquatic Biology



10+ years related experience



Applicants should be self starters that are highly motivated and team oriented.

Excellent problem-solving and communication skills and the ability to assimilate data and put into a big picture context are essential.



Applicants should have extensive experience designing and directing large, complex, multi-discipline fisheries projects, including management of field studies.

Experience and background in hydropower licensing and license compliance/implementation is necessary.

Strong technical writing abilities, solid statistical background, and effective presentation skills are necessary for this position.