Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Bio 2 - Non-Permanent - 2025-07714

The Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Division is tasked with preventing the introduction of, and early detection monitoring of marine and freshwater AIS transported into or spread within the state through multiple pathways.

• Assist the Prevention Unit implementing the Early Detection Invasive Freshwater Mussel Monitoring (EDIFMM) field operations.
• Lead trainer for staff and partners to properly conduct EDIFMM for complex methods.
• Principal responsibility for collection, analysis, and interpretation of data, the development of conclusions and recommendations for management, research or mitigation needs, and the preparation of reports.
• Conducts quality control and quality assurance on all data collected ensuring accuracy and integrity.
• Coordinates and advises external partner’s EDMM plans.
• Supervises up to 8 Scientific Technicians at four duty stations and ensures all safety protocols are followed.
• Watercraft operator.
• Operates and tows trailered hot water pressure washers, cargo trailers, and other trailered equipment for training and field operations.
• Support the lead biologist in conducting AIS inspections at WDFW hatcheries

• A Bachelor's degree in fisheries, wildlife management, natural resource science, or environmental science
• One (1) year of professional experience in fish/wildlife/habitat management or research

• Medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending account for health care expenses
• Dependent care assistance
• Auto, boat, home, and renter insurance
• Washington Wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year
• Sick leave
• Vacation (Annual Leave)
• Bereavement Leave
• Leave Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave
• Leave Without Pay

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.