Natural Resource Program Coordinator - Anadromous Fish Specialist
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Natural Resource Program Coordinator - Anadromous Fish Specialist

Posting Begin Date: 2024/12/03

Posting End Date: 2024/12/17

Category: Natural Resources

Sub Category: Wildlife

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 36.54

Maximum Salary: 45.67

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Opportunity

Please note: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 p.m. MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking to fill a current opening for a Natural Resource Program Coordinator - Anadromous Fish Specialist within the Fisheries Bureau at our Headquarters in Boise.

Why IDFG? We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

What We Offer:

+ Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance ( - employee only coverage for PPO $65/month for medical and vision & $11.82/month for dental

+ Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (

+ Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start (accumulate approximately 3 weeks of vacation the first year, and increasing with state longevity)

+ Eleven paid holidays per year

+ Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave

+ Multiple optional saving plans - 401k and 457 plans

+ Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance ( - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans

+ Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness ( (eligibility requirements may apply)

+ Employee Assistance Program ( - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges

+ State ( and Department Wellness Programs

+ Ongoing training opportunities (

+ Potential flexible work schedule

General Responsibilities (all positions):

+ Coordinates in-state fishery management program and recommend needed research.

+ Prepares and proposes modifications to fishery management plans.

+ Coordinates fish regulation development with regional staff.

+ Responds to information requests from internal and external customers.

+ Identifies problems and recommends solutions to increase angling opportunity.

+ Represents department and State of Idaho at various meetings and conferences with federal agencies, Native American tribes and other states regarding fishery resources.

+ Works to communicate science to the public through writing, testifying hearings or media interviews.

+ Experience with data management and manipulation including databases and spreadsheets, and statistical analysis of data.

+ Experience writing technical reports, or peer reviewed publications .

Specific Responsibilities - Anadromous Fish Specialist:

+ Coordinate Columbia River Policy issues with Northwest Power and Conservation Council, NOAA Fisheries, state fishery staff and tribal fishery staff. Includes program objectives, reporting, budgeting, project reviews etc.

+ Review and provide technical input on documents and plans related to fisheries management and mitigation.

+ Administer Idaho state scientific collection permit program.

+ Coordinate Fisheries incidental impact reporting for Endangered Species Act (ESA) listed fish.

+ Coordinate with state, federal and tribal fishery management agencies on conservation and enhancement activities for salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River Basin.

+ Coordinate state-tribal fishery team to prepare run reconstruction for Snake River steelhead.

+ Coordinate reviews and comments on biological opinions and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents related to fisheries.

+ Responsible for budget tracking and development.

Minimum Qualification: (This qualification is required.)

+ Considerable knowledge of fisheries management, scientific method, science communication, science review and writing (Typically gained by at least nine years of professional work experience in Fisheries Management or a closely related field OR has successfully completed a bachelor's degree in Fisheries Management or a closely related degree from an accredited college or university and has at least five years of professional work experience in Fisheries Management or a closely related field OR has successfully completed a master's degree in Fisheries Management or a closely related field from an accredited college or university and has at least three years of professional work experience in Fisheries Management or a closely related field. )

Minimum Qualification Specialty Areas: (These qualifications are required for the current opening.)

+ Experience managing fisheries-related projects (Typically gained by experience leading the design and implementation of two or more fisheries-related field investigation projects (not necessarily master's level).)

+ Experience with data management and manipulation including databases and spreadsheets, and statistical analysis of data (Typically gained by experience using databases or spreadsheets to analyze data, produce reports, and develop visual aids for presentation of results.)

+ Experience writing technical reports, or peer reviewed publications on fisheries-related topics ( Typically gained by experience completing a thesis or dissertation, OR experience writing technical reports or peer reviewed publications (e.g. agency reports, issue papers.)

+ Some knowledge of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and or the National Environmental Policy act and its implementation (Typically gained by experience as a technical contributor or reviewer in the development of biological assessments, biological opinions, resource management plans or environmental impact statements ESA consultation; or ESA permitting.)

The ideal candidate will have experience working with internal teams, multi-agency teams, or other collaborative groups to accomplish fisheries-related objectives and they will also have experience making oral presentations to groups on fisheries-related topics. Additional consideration may be given at the time of interview to candidates who have this training or experience. Please be sure to include within your application material any training and/or experience that you may have in this area.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

+ (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen (

Thank you for applying with us!

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

P.O. Box 25

Boise, Idaho 83707

WEBSITE:

If you have questions,

please contact us at:

EMAIL:

[email protected]

PHONE:

(208) ###-####

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) ###-#### (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.