CASE Consultants International · 5 months ago
Fisheries Biologist – Pacific Northwest
Asheville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCASE Consultants International is seeking a Fisheries Biologist to support the Interior Columbia Basin Division of NOAA Fisheries in safeguarding ESA-listed salmon and steelhead populations. The role involves drafting biological opinions, reviewing assessments, and providing technical analysis to aid in habitat restoration efforts for anadromous salmonids.
ConsultingEducationSustainability
Responsibilities
Draft Biological Opinions (BiOps) and Letters of Concurrence (LOCs) in response to action agency Biological Assessments for listed salmon and steelhead
Review biological assessments and programmatic consultation enrollment requests, providing clear, defensible recommendations
Evaluate proposed habitat restoration projects for alignment with ESA Recovery Plans and the FCRPS habitat program
Provide technical analysis and expert review to help action agencies minimize adverse effects and maximize positive outcomes for salmonid populations
Prepare formal written comments, enrollment documentation, and other consultation records
Deliver monthly progress reports summarizing accomplishments, challenges, and recommendations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in aquatic biology or related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience; OR Master's degree in aquatic biology or related field and at least 2 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of salmonid life cycles, habitat requirements, and ecological needs
Strong written communication skills, with proven ability to prepare high-quality technical documents
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Adobe Acrobat
Expert knowledge of Columbia River Basin anadromous salmonid life histories and geographic distributions
Experience in aquatic habitat conservation and fish habitat restoration methods
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaborative, science-policy environments
Valid state driver's license
Benefits
Company-sponsored healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid leave
Retirement plan
Training and professional development
Remote and flexible work
Performance-based raises and bonuses
Others
Company
CASE Consultants International
CASE Consultants International focuses on climate change adaptation, sustainability, and resilience through expert consulting.
Founded in 2012Asheville, North Carolina, USA
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Liz Tarquin
Chief Executive Officer
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