State of Oregon
Fishery Sampler (Biological Science Assistant)
Join the Department of Fish and Wildlife in Clackamas, Oregon to collect data that estimates fishing effort and catch of recreational and commercial fisheries in the Willamette and Columbia rivers, as well as harvest estimates for commercial fisheries occurring in the Columbia River.
Base Pay Range
Initial Posting Date: 12/19/2025
Application Deadline: 01/08/2026
Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range: $3,429 - $4,023
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Fishery Sampler (Biological Science Assistant)
Seasonal Periods
March 2, 2026 – June 15, 2026, Willamette Fishery Sampler
March 2, 2026 – June 30, 2026, Willamette Fishery Sampler
March 2, 2026 – October 31, 2026, Columbia Fishery Sampler
Responsibilities
Conduct angler creel surveys.
Perform hatchery sampling.
Collect samples at commercial fish buying stations.
Conduct fish passage counts.
Carry out spawning ground surveys.
Tag sturgeon.
Summarize and tabulate data.
Qualifications
Experience conducting angler creel surveys.
Experience identifying adult salmonids and other fish species.
Experience collecting and recording field data.
Experience interacting with the public.
Experience collecting biological samples from fish.
Pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological or ecological sciences.
Application Details
Questions? Contact robert.e.reagan@odfw.oregon.gov.
Be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and experience.
Salary determination considers education, experience, and education even if not directly related.
The State of Oregon does not request age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates during application.
Reasonable accommodation for interviews upon request.
Benefits
11 paid holidays per year and a competitive benefits package.
Advancement and learning opportunities to grow your career.
Live, work and play in Clackamas, Oregon.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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Base Pay Range
Initial Posting Date: 12/19/2025
Application Deadline: 01/08/2026
Agency: Department of Fish and Wildlife
Salary Range: $3,429 - $4,023
Position Type: Employee
Position Title: Fishery Sampler (Biological Science Assistant)
Seasonal Periods
March 2, 2026 – June 15, 2026, Willamette Fishery Sampler
March 2, 2026 – June 30, 2026, Willamette Fishery Sampler
March 2, 2026 – October 31, 2026, Columbia Fishery Sampler
Responsibilities
Conduct angler creel surveys.
Perform hatchery sampling.
Collect samples at commercial fish buying stations.
Conduct fish passage counts.
Carry out spawning ground surveys.
Tag sturgeon.
Summarize and tabulate data.
Qualifications
Experience conducting angler creel surveys.
Experience identifying adult salmonids and other fish species.
Experience collecting and recording field data.
Experience interacting with the public.
Experience collecting biological samples from fish.
Pursuit of a Fisheries or Wildlife Science degree or related degree in biological or ecological sciences.
Application Details
Questions? Contact robert.e.reagan@odfw.oregon.gov.
Be sure your application accurately reflects your skills and experience.
Salary determination considers education, experience, and education even if not directly related.
The State of Oregon does not request age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates during application.
Reasonable accommodation for interviews upon request.
Benefits
11 paid holidays per year and a competitive benefits package.
Advancement and learning opportunities to grow your career.
Live, work and play in Clackamas, Oregon.
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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