Columbia River Fishery Sampler; Biological Science Assistant

Initial Posting Date: 01/08/2026

Final date to receive applications: 02/28/2026

Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife

Salary Range: $3,429 - $4,023

Position Type: Employee

Position Title: Columbia River Fishery Sampler (Biological Science Assistant)

Job Description:

Hiring seasonal positions with anticipated durations of March 1, 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).

PLEASE NOTE:
Review applications on January 19th and weekly thereafter until filled.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES!

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! We especially encourage students, early career professionals, and anyone interested in a career in fish, wildlife, and natural resources, to apply! Come learn and train with ODFW and help us fulfill our mission:
To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

• Collect catch and effort data from recreational fisheries on the lower Columbia River.
• Collect information on commercial fisheries.
• Participate in commercial fishery monitoring, test fishing, hatchery sampling, coded-wire tag recovery, and tagging projects.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

This position requires a Boater Education Certificate obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board within the first 30 days of appointment.

For a full review of the position details, duties and working conditions, .

Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes in your application materials. Your application materials will determine if you are selected to move forward in the selection process. Please include detailed work and education history.

Minimum qualifications are not established for this position; however, we are seeking applicants with the following experience or skills. Preference for interviews may be given to candidates with these skills and background:

• Experience collecting and recording data.
• Experience collecting biological samples.
• Experience identifying adult fish species, particularly salmonids.
• Field survey experience.
• Boating experience.
• Anyone who has or is in pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological/ecological sciences.

• Questions about the positions? Please contact
  cameron.m.duffgon.gov
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• Your application helps determine your starting salary. Be sure it accurately and thoroughly reflects your skills, experience, and education even if you don’t believe it directly relates to the position. We cannot accept any additional application materials submitted after the Final date to receive applications.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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%.
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