Field Operations Supervisor (Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist)

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 05/29/2026 Application Deadline: 06/11/2026 Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife Salary Range: $5,907.00 - $8,717.00 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Field Operations Supervisor (Supervising Fish and Wildlife Biologist) Job Description: Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. We are hiring for one full-time, permanent position located in Newport , Oregon. What you will do: You will serve as the project leader for the Marine Resources Program (MRP)’s commercial finfish field operations team. Some major duties include, but are not limited to: Oversee Finfish Field Operations by supervising staff, managing hiring and performance, guiding career development, and administering budgets, contracts, and project resources. Lead project operations by directing data collection, developing and updating sampling designs and protocols, coordinating field activities, and ensuring communication across internal and external teams. Manage coastal pelagic species (CPS) activities by representing ODFW in regional and...