Habitat Biologist - Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3 - Permanent - 12321-24 Classification- Fish and Wildlife Biologist 3 Job Status- Full-Time/Permanent WDFW Program- Habitat Program Duty Station- Wenatchee, Washington – Chelan County What to Expect- As a senior-level Biologist, you will be dedicated to implementing the Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) permitting process and reviewing and commenting on environmental documents including local government land use permits, DNR Forest Practice Applications and State Environmental Policy Act/National Environmental Policy Act documents. You will also provide valuable technical assistance, supporting the organization's mission to foster healthy, diverse fish and wildlife populations and their habitats. Responsibilities: Administer the Hydraulic Project Approval process: Review permit applications and conduct field assessments to provide technical assistance to applicants. Recommend Best Management Practices (BMPs), mitigation measures, and suggest alternative project designs as needed. Coordinate with agency personnel: Discuss project proposals with biologists, scientists, and environmental engineers, assessing project compliance with agency policies. Issue and process HPA’s: Issue, process, condition, or deny standard, expedited and emergency HPA’s in accordance with relevant codes and policies. Conduct compliance reviews: Monitor project compliance during and after construction. Review local government plans: Provide feedback on County and City Critical Areas Ordinances and Comprehensive Plans, fostering partnerships with planners. Provide biological expertise: Collaborate with the Department of Natural Resources for Forest Practice activities. Serve as a habitat restoration expert: Provide information on fish life histories and ecosystem functions, promoting conservation to stakeholders. Working Conditions: Work is performed in an office and outdoor environment. Will operate vehicles in off-road conditions. Must be able to negotiate water in emergency situations. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's Degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, environmental science, or related field AND three (3) years of professional experience in fish or wildlife management or habitat management. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the biology of native Washington fish. Experience with environmental permitting in Washington. Your application should include: A completed online application. A cover letter detailing your interest in the position. At least three professional references. Union - WAFWP: This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Professionals. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer: The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer. J-18808-Ljbffr
