Regulatory Fisheries Biologist

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Regulatory Fisheries Biologist providing technical support for ESA consultations and environmental compliance for NOAA. Evaluating impacts on marine species and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide scientific, technical, and regulatory support for Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultations and environmental compliance activities
  • Support the evaluation of federal actions affecting salmon, steelhead, protected marine species, essential fish habitat, and aquatic ecosystems throughout the Pacific Northwest and California
  • Prepare scientifically sound and legally defensible environmental and regulatory documents
  • Review, analyze, and synthesize biological, ecological, engineering, and project information to evaluate potential impacts on fishery resources
  • Prepare, review, and revise technical and regulatory documents
  • Provide technical consultation to federal agencies and identify data gaps
  • Coordinate with NMFS biologists, fish-passage engineers, NOAA Science Centers, attorneys, project managers
  • Maintain consultation records and administrative files
  • Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and provide technical expertise

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Aquatic Biology, Fisheries Biology, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Biology, Fisheries Management, Environmental Science, or a closely related scientific discipline
  • At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience or Master's degree with at least one (1) year of directly related experience
  • Strong knowledge of salmonid biology, life history, habitat requirements, and aquatic ecosystems
  • Experience supporting environmental compliance under federal environmental regulations
  • Excellent technical writing, editing, analytical, and verbal communication skills
  • Experience working within interdisciplinary or multi-agency project teams
  • Experience with project planning, scheduling, milestones, performance metrics, and collaborative project management
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Low-Risk Public Trust clearance and PIV/CAC credentials

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance