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Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 2

Oregon State University

Oregon State University

Department: Fisheries and Wildlife (AFW)

Appointment Type: Temporary Staff

Job Location: Paulina

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range:

Job Summary:

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Temporary Biological Sciences Research Technician 2 position for the Department of Fisheries Wildlife, & Conservation Sciences at Oregon State University (OSU ).

This position will be located in Paulina, Oregon.

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW ), Bureau of Land Management (BLM ) Prineville District Office, and conservation partners in Central Oregon have been concerned about the declining greater sage-grouse population numbers in the Brothers/North Wagontire Priority Area of Conservation (Brothers PAC ) region. Population numbers are declining more steadily in this region than surrounding areas. The Brothers PAC region is the western-most population of current sage-grouse range in North America. This edge of the distribution is being encroached by humans to the West as the municipalities of Bend, Redmond, and Prineville, OR continue to expand. The BLM and ODFW are collaborating with Oregon State University’s Hagen Lab (led by Dr. Christian Hagen) to conduct a six-year study to determine why this population is not exhibiting the resilience of the surrounding populations. This year marks the fourth year of this six-year study and our objectives are to determine current sage-grouse use areas, vital rates, and raptor and corvid presence.

This position will be part of and lead a field crew utilizing various survey methods for greater sage-grouse.

Oregon State University is an equal-opportunity employer. As such, we promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our research, in line with the values shared by the College of Forestry and College of Agriculture. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, orientation, or gender identity.

College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for Extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audience.

FWCS is an academic unit that reports to the College of Agricultural Sciences. The Department is composed of approximately 300 staff, including academic faculty, research assistants, classified staff, graduate students, and temporary staff. Over $8 million of externally funded grants and contracts are received each year in support of science focused on basic ecological research, conservation, and sustainable use of fish and wildlife and their habitats. The Department is the largest in the College of Agricultural Sciences, with over 1000 students in 8 degree and certificate programs, including one Bachelor of Science degree, five graduate degrees, and two graduate certificates. We are a vibrant department that promotes a supportive “family” atmosphere for all students and employees.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 https://hr.oregonstate.edu/work-life/diversity-and-cultural-resources that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

90% – Field Research:

• Maintain professional working relationships with all co-workers on the job and in shared housing.
• Follow safety check-in and check-out protocols.
• Navigate safely off-trail in backcountry areas using GPS devices and/or topographic maps with compass over challenging terrain with limited cell phone service.
• Transport field equipment (50 lbs. or more) over long distances (up to 2 miles per site) off-trail in rugged terrain and in various weather conditions (rain, snow, mud, 0-95 degrees F).
• Camp overnight (for up to several days) in remote locations.
• Drive long distances on highways, gravel roads, and unimproved 2-track routes that require 4-wheel drive and/or ATVs.
• Work in team and independent settings.
• Capture and handle game bird species to attach transmitters.
• Track tagged animals with VHF /UHF telemetry
• Monitor nests and broods
• Sample vegetation characteristics
• Conduct point counts for avian predator species
• Record data following detailed scientific survey protocols

10% – Lead Work:

• Provide lead work to field crew members including planning, assigning, and approving work. Answer questions and provide direction in the field for field crew members.
• Ensure that crew members follow established protocols quality of data collected by field crew members.

What You Will Need

Two years of college-level courses in wildlife, range ecology, or related field and one year of experience related to the area of assignment at the Biological Research Technician 1 level; OR an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a crew as a communicative, productive member, as well as to work alone/independently in a remote setting.
• Possess good common sense and problem-solving skills, have strong work ethic, drive, and efficiency, and be detail oriented.
• Pass the provided US Fish and Wildlife Service’s ATV /UTV Safety Certification course within 30 days of hire OR present current certificate from this training course.
• Ability to navigate using GPS , map, and compass.
• Commitment to working professionally and inclusively with people from all backgrounds.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.

What We Would Like You to Have

Demonstrated previous ATV and 4-wheel drive experience.
Demonstrated previous field research experience.
Experience working with radio telemetry tracking.
Experience in gamebird research (e.g., trapping, nest checks, brood surveys, mortality recovery, etc.).
Experience with vegetation sampling (e.g. baseline line-intercept, Daubenmire frame surveys, etc.).
Experience with botany and familiarity with the sagebrush steppe plant community.
Skills in raptor identification with visual observation for species in the sagebrush steppe.
Experience with spotlighting techniques for capturing animals.
Life experience, education, or training that broadens capacity to equalize student success or impact underserved audiences.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

The crew will be stationed in shared field housing in central Oregon (Brothers and Paulina, OR) and will work a 5 day-8 hour schedule Mon.-Fri. each week. Most weeks will include work shifts in the evening, night, or early morning hours. Some weeks will require overnight camping during the work week. Fieldwork will be variable and long days (12 hours or more) are expected. The ability to work long hours and variable schedules in all weather conditions (including inclement weather) is required.
The ability to physically complete all listed duties and responsibilities (hiking and transporting field equipment up to 5 miles per day, often off-trail in rugged terrain) is required.
Must be able and willing to drive and camp in remote locations, without cell reception.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 13, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc. Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE : If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact:
Christian Hagen
christian.hagen@oregonstate.edu
1 541 410 0238

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/background-checks website including the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/careers/candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/5851995

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