This position is permanent, full-time with the incumbent being responsible for designing and implementing projects to enhance stream and riparian habitats and documenting the benefit to native fishes through effectiveness monitoring. Much of the near-term work will focus on preserving and increasing the abundance of extant life-histories of inland Redband trout, though future work will likely entail restoration of habitats and watershed processes that support re-introduction measures for steelhead trout and chinook salmon, two anadromous salmonids that were once historically prevalent in the Hangman watershed.
Work performed will be under the direct supervision of the Hangman Watershed Initiative Project Lead, but also will be coordinated with other Fish and Wildlife staff biologists that oversee the implementation of management actions in targeted stream reaches. Considerable latitude for independent judgement and action related to the program objectives shall be provided to the incumbent once comfort is gained with expertise and program familiarity.
Must have strong collaborative skills and the ability to adaptively manage schedules and project implementation as new information is gathered that informs the Program's objectives for native fish recovery. Must be culturally sensitive to a diverse customer population and able to interact tactfully and positively with Tribal members and all levels of Tribal staff and management. The incumbent should be familiar with the five core values of the Tribe and how those core values are expressed within the actions of the Program and the duties of this position. Must show the highest level of professional standards and promote a positive image of the Tribe and its administration at all times. Successful applicant will perform other duties as assigned to promote the efficiency and effectiveness of the Natural Resource Department.
Summary of Duties and Responsibilities - Identify limiting factors to Redband abundance and distribution within specific stream reaches in the Hangman Watershed.
- Complete preliminary project specifications for habitat restoration work in targeted stream reaches.
- Develop and communicate restoration plans to increase Redband abundance and distribution within identified stream reaches to Tribal government, affected landowners, agencies, and local government.
- Negotiate landowner agreements and complete required permits for construction of projects, including: increasing connectivity between streams and floodplains to improve physical habitat conditions and ecological functions, restructuring of stream/road crossings, reducing sediment transport to streams from forest roads and implementation of structural BMP's.
- Work with a crew to coordinate implementation of construction work on stream and wetland restoration, fish passage projects and road rehabilitation.
- Develop and administer contractual agreements to assist with design and implementation of projects as needed.
- Supervise collection of data to inform status, trend and effectiveness monitoring of projects.
- Foster interagency cooperation and coordination through planning and implementing projects to enhance the effectiveness of ongoing efforts.
- Generate community support for non-point source (NPS) abatement efforts.
- Maintain databases and analyze physical habitat data.
- Write both technical and non-technical reports and assist with developing grant proposals.
- Prepare and administer scopes of work and budgets.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifying Education and Experience - Master of Science (M.S.) degree in fisheries, engineering, water resources management or related field, from an accredited college.
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- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree and 3-5 years of professional experience, with emphasis on applied science.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Extensive knowledge of habitat restoration principles and applications.
- Experience with NEPA compliance requirements and project permitting.
- Demonstrated proficiency in technical writing and/or grant writing.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and oral).
- Proficient in the use of a variety of computer software applications and technical field equipment.
- Must have a current driver's license and be able to operate a government vehicle.
Please Note: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the function.
BenefitsThe Coeur d'Alene Tribe offers one of the most generous benefits packages of any employer in the region:
- Employer paid (fully) medical, dental and vision insurance, extending to spouse and dependents;
- Disability and Life Insurance;
- Support for continuing education and training opportunities;
- 401K retirement (100% matching up to 5%);
- Flexible spending account;
- Free access to Marimn Health Wellness Center including full gym, pool and exercise facilities;
- Generous paid time-off policy;
- Paid holidays (Federal and Tribal).
Total Compensation package: $73,000 - $106,000 annually.Total compensation is an estimate based upon base compensation, median retirement fund contributions, and current employer-paid health and related benefit contribution rates (including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability, and leave). The actual total will vary depending upon each employee's enrollment choices.
Tribal Employment PolicyAn applicant may be asked to participate in an interview to establish whether they meet minimum qualifications. Interviews do not create a right to employment and provide no promise or guarantee of any employment position with the Tribe.
The Coeur d'Alene Tribe reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy. Positions with the Coeur d'Alene Tribe are subject to a 6-month orientation period.
Pay Range: $56,000 - $76,000 per year
