Closing Date to Apply: Until Filled
Salary: $29.36/hour - $45.21/hour
Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.
Benefits: This link below will provide you with Grant PUD's benefit that may be available if hired. Different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Grant PUD - Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)
Grant County PUD will administer a background check and reference check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position.
Position SummaryUnder general supervision, this position performs a variety of fish, wildlife, vegetation management, and water quality field work for the Utility. Serves as a support role for the implementation, monitoring and reporting of fisheries, wildlife programs, and water quality programs.
Essential FunctionsEssential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Serve in a support role and/or provide leadership for field work associated with collection of required biological and water quality data; assist in the design and implementation of studies to ensure that meaningful information is collected; perform routine data collection and monitoring activities on a variety of fisheries, wildlife, and water quality programs.
- General experience and knowledge in discipline in relation to scientific research methodology, and Columbia River fish, wildlife, and water quality issues; working knowledge of fish culture, wildlife, botanical, water quality, biometrics, and sampling techniques.
- Assist in the implementation of fish, wildlife and water quality evaluations required in the FERC License Order, 401 Certification, NOAA Fisheries Biological Opinion, USFWS Biological Opinion, Priest Rapids Salmon and Settlement Agreement Hanford Reach Agreement, and other programs/settlements. Develop reports,
study plans, and basic compliance filings. - Assist in the direction of various staff and contractors; provide recommendations and leadership regarding a project's impact on the local wildlife, vegetation, and fisheries; perform job hazard assessments, conduct job brief meetings, and participate in weekly coordination meetings; identify potential hazards, and assist in helping provide solutions when unforeseen hazards arise.
- Participate in research, planning, scoping, and budgeting for current and future impacting fish, wildlife, and water quality; assist in data entry; review, analysis, and report activities and successes of the department's work; coordinate and participate in trainings and meetings taking advantage of all educational opportunities for professional development.
- Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD's mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations.
- Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.
- Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
- Following all safety policies and procedures.
- Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions.
- Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.
- Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.
Education and ExperienceRequired- Minimum of 2 years' experience in fish, wildlife, and water quality
Preferred- Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries, Wildlife, or related Environmental Science.
Licenses and CertificationsRequired- A valid State driver's license.
- A Washington State Boaters Certification
- Experience with boats, trucks, trailers, and fish, wildlife, and water quality sampling equipment.
Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Basic knowledge of statistics, water hydraulics, fish passage, fish protection facilities at dams, terrestrial (wildlife and botanical) population trends.
- Basic knowledge of the chemical, physical, and biological properties of the aquatic environment.
- Skills in computers; working in a team environment and being able to communicate effectively and efficiently with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements- Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☒Yes ☐No
- The biologist will be required to perform work of a mixed nature (office and field) that varies by season.
- Field activities may require long hours and nighttime work.
- Regional travel for meeting and field work may be required.
- Typical shift of employees in this position: ☐8 hours ☐9 hours ☒10 hours ☐12 hours
*For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE).
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas.
