Invertebrate Species Lead - Fish & Wildlife Biologist

Invertebrate Species Lead

Join the team as a statewide expert on the conservation, management, and recovery of rare and listed Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN), with a strong emphasis on terrestrial and freshwater invertebrate SGCN and their habitats, particularly gastropods, dragonflies, stream flies, and beetles.

As a WDFW technical advisor, this position will interpret and apply best available science, formulate recommendations, and produce strategic plans to guide conservation actions and policy.

With your knowledge and expertise in native Washington Species of Greatest Conservation Need, you will work directly with various organizations, agencies, and conservation groups to provide technical guidance and facilitate on-the-ground conservation and recovery activities.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Invertebrate Species Lead will:

• Serve as the Wildlife Diversity Division point of contact for nongame species, particularly for gastropods, beetles, stream flies, dragonflies, and possibly other invertebrates.
• Provide coordination within the Department and with external partners including state, federal, non-government, and other entities.
• Support developing Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) survey and monitoring protocols to assess status and trends
• Coordinate, guide, and engage in conservation working groups.
• Facilitate on-the-ground conservation and recovery actions, with an emphasis on invertebrates.
• Develop near-term action plans; prioritize, communicate, and track implementation.

Produce and Curate Foundational Agency Documents in Agency Systems:

• Status assessments, including status reports, periodic status reviews, and candidate assessments.
• Recovery plans for state threatened and endangered species.
• Conservation strategies for sensitive species.
• Conservation, management, and action plans.
• Reintroduction feasibility documents and plans, as appropriate.

Provide Technical Guidance:

• Maintain familiarity with data, products, and information for the assigned SGCN species, habitats, and systems.
• Support data and informational stewardship in institutional systems.
• Champion and disseminate best available science as an active and collaborative information conduit.
• Provide technical expertise for policy and management decisions.

Your application must include the following:

• A completed online application showcasing how your qualifications align with the job requirements.
• An up-to-date resume.
• A cover letter detailing your interest in the position, your relevant skills and experience, and why you are the ideal candidate.
• At least three professional references with current contact information.