Charleston Biologist; Natural Resource Specialist

Position: Charleston STEP Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist 2)
## Charleston STEP Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist
2)
Apply locations:
Charleston | ODFWtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
REQ-200647
** Initial Posting Date:
** 06/01/2026
** Final date to receive applications:
** 06/15/2026
** Agency:
** Department of Fish and Wildlife
** Salary Range:**$4,738 - $7,247
** Position Type:
** Employee
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* Position Title:

** Charleston STEP Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist
2)
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* Job Description:

**** MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON’S NATURAL RESOURCES!
**** Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!
** As a Charleston Step Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist
2) in Charleston, Oregon you will work with local communities and volunteers in the Tenmile, Coos, and Coquille basins to develop and implement fish enhancement projects. You will also assist in monitoring fish populations and support their protection through fishing regulations, environmental oversight, and habitat restoration efforts. In addition, you will provide essential support to the District Fish Biologist by gathering information, responding to public inquiries, coordinating with volunteers, recommending program or regulatory changes, and offering technical input on issues affecting fish habitat and population health.
* 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 acquiring a Hazardous Waste Operations Emergency Response training certification (HAZWOPER) and a Boater Education Certificate obtained through the Oregon State Marine Board within the first six months 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. We cannot accept additional application materials after the Final date to receive applications. These materials determine whether you move forward in the selection process and help establish your starting salary. Be sure your work and education history is accurate, thorough, and fully reflects your skills and experience, even if they do not seem directly related to the position.  

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**** WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
**** Minimum Qualifications
***** Option 1:
*** Two years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included one year of at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports,
** AND
* * a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework;
** OR
* * three additional years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program;

- ** OR
- ***** Option 2:
*** One year biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program that included at least two of the following: gathering data, analyzing data, or preparing reports,
** AND
* * a Master's degree Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Master’s degree in biological/ecological sciences;

- ** OR
- ***** Option 3:
*** A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science, or a closely related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences.
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* Note:

** Applicants who have obtained a Master’s degree or Doctorate that included work experience from an internship, work/study, thesis, or similar program may list this experience in their application to receive credit for the work experience. The Master’s degree/Doctorate and applicable work experience will be considered separately, and both the education and applicable experience may count toward minimum qualifications.
** Desired Attributes**
* ** Technical experience with fisheries science:
** Understanding fish biology, habitat needs, population monitoring methods, and fisheries regulations is essential
* ** Community outreach and…