About the Position

Four Peaks Environmental Science & Data Solutions (Four Peaks) is looking for a highly experienced salmonid scientist/ecologist to join our team. The individual hired for this role will work independently and on multidisciplinary teams to answer questions related to salmonid behavior, movement, survival, and ecological responses to natural and anthropogenic changes. This position also offers the opportunity to assist clients with issues and topics that may be outside of Four Peak' current project domain. The ideal candidate will have a strong professional background working with or for fisheries management entities and an interest in contributing to a diversity of different projects.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Conduct technical evaluations of salmonid biology, behavior, movement, survival, and ecological interactions

Interpret the effects of natural and anthropogenic changes on salmonid populations
Serve as a technical expert on multidisciplinary projects
Develop study plans and manage study implementation
Oversee project staff and effectively delegate tasks
Efficiently develop written reports and project correspondence
Manage project budgets
Contribute to marketing efforts including proposal writing and client meetings
Present study results to a wide range of audiences including at conferences

We anticipate filling this position at one of our Pacific Northwest offices (i.e., Wenatchee, Hood River, Seattle, or Bellingham).

Required Qualifications and Experience

Required Knowledge and Experience

Demonstrated ability to successfully work with team members from different disciplines
A minimum of 5-years' applied experience conducting research involving salmonid biology/ecology, or managing salmonid monitoring and evaluation projects, or managing salmonid populations.
Expert understanding of salmonid biology, ecology, behavior, and life history attributes
Expert understanding of anthropogenic effects/influences on salmonid populations
Strong data management and analytical skills
Professional experience working with salmonid populations from the West Coast of North America
Experience developing successful funding proposals
Proficiency developing written deliverables and at least one publication as lead author in a peer-reviewed journal
Ability to produce deliverables on time and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Minimum Qualifications

This position will be filled at one of three grades:

Senior Scientist 1
- Graduate degree in fisheries, aquatic sciences, or other similar major and 5 years of relevant industry or consulting experience. Possession of PhD may reduce or count towards requirement for 5 years of relevant industry or consulting experience.
Senior Scientist 2
- Graduate degree in fisheries, aquatic sciences, or other similar major and 7 years of relevant industry or consulting experience. Possession of PhD may reduce or count towards requirement for 7 years of relevant industry or consulting experience.
Principal Scientist
- Graduate degree in fisheries, aquatic sciences, or other similar major and minimum of 10 years of relevant industry or consulting experience. Proven leadership skills and demonstrated ability to manage and grow a program focused on fisheries or other aquatic sciences. Management and growth experience outside of consulting will be considered.

Desired but Not Required Knowledge and Experience

10+ years working closely with or for state, tribal, or federal fish managers
Experience monitoring salmonid behavior, movements, and survival with passive and active tag technology
Experience evaluating fish passage and related covariates influencing passage behavior
Knowledge of Endangered Species Act, Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, or National Environmental Policy Act
Familiarity with FERC relicensing processes
Familiarity with hatchery practices and related conservation issues

Our Story

Four Peaks is a growing environmental science and engineering firm serving public and private entities nationwide. We help our clients solve applied problems and overcome challenges that require a diversity of expertise in scientific research, data science, and regulatory compliance. We are a complementary team of experts able to provide solutions for natural resource managers' complex ecological needs. We are proud of the positive impact we have had on our local, regional, national, and global communities-those same communities in which we live and operate.

We also offer the following benefits to our team:

Annual profit and performance-based bonus
Performance-based incentive compensation
Employer-sponsored health insurance
401k program with employer match
10 paid holidays and a generous paid time off program
Cell phone allowance

Hiring Process

Please submit a resume and cover letter by February 28, 2025. Qualified candidates will meet with members of the aquatic services and leadership teams.

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Senior Salmonid Scientist/Ecologist