District Wildlife Biologist; Natural Resource Specialist

Initial Posting Date: 09/14/2026
Final date to receive applications: 09/23/2026
Agency:
Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range: $5,458 - $8,352
Position Type:
Employee

Position Title:

District Wildlife Biologist (Natural Resource Specialist
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Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission:
To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located at the Sauvie Island Wildlife Area in Portland, Oregon.

In this role, you will lead and coordinate wildlife management efforts, oversee the collection of key biological and habitat data, and develop strategies to support both consumptive and non‑consumptive wildlife use. You will also serve as a trusted technical resource for landowners, partner agencies, and the public—helping guide decisions that sustain healthy wildlife populations and resilient habitats across the Coast Range Unit.

Note:

This position requires the successful candidate to have or obtain a Hazardous Waste Operations;
Emergency Response training certification (HAZWOPER) to respond to hazardous material spill events, a Boater Education card, an All-terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety Education card, and occasional firearms use.

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.

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

• Option 1:
  Six years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities.
• Option 2:
  Three years of biological experience performing studies, research, or resource management activities in a fish or wildlife program. At least one year of the experience must be at a technical or professional level performing activities in a fish or wildlife program such as researching and analyzing data, conducting investigations, applying pertinent laws and regulations, or coordinating and monitoring project activities;
  
  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.

• A Master's degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Master's degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to one year of the required experience.
• A Doctorate degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Science or a closely-related Doctorate degree in biological/ecological sciences will substitute for up to two years of the required experience.

• Effective communication skills, with experience engaging respectfully and professionally in public settings.
• Experience providing leadership, supporting colleagues, and building a high-functioning team.
• Experience building positive relationships and working collaboratively with wildlife constituent groups, landowners, and partner agencies.
• Experience and desire to engage with diverse and historically underserved communities in natural resources management.
• Knowledge and experience managing wildlife harvest and setting hunting season.
• Experience collecting and analyzing biological data to inform wildlife management decisions.
• Experience…