Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Senior Fisheries Biologist to participate in a variety of science projects related to fish ecology, behavior, and habitat. The position will be based in either our Redmond, WA or Portland, OR office. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allows us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including both working from the office and remotely.
Salary Range: $95,000 - $115,000
Who You Are
A passionate Fish Biologist with an advanced degree (MS or PhD) in fisheries, ecology, or a related field and a minimum of 15 years of experience designing and leading studies of fish species/populations native to the Pacific Northwest (PNW).
Knowledgeable: Highly motivated candidate that has a drive to design and manage complex projects related to aquatic and ecological sciences. Expert knowledge of PNW diadromous fish species ecology, life history, and species differentiation. Skilled with fish population and aquatic habitat assessments, particularly with instream flow incremental methodology, as well as population impacts due to renewable energy generation. Knowledge of FERC, NEPA, and water adjudication processes and regulations. Competent and able to mentor others in scientific writing, data analyses, and interpretation of datasets. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Access.
Experienced: Experience working in and around rivers within the PNW, Northern California or Alaska. Competent in leading and conducting field efforts with juvenile and adult salmon species. Preferably, experience with other native fish and aquatic species including bull trout, lamprey, sucker, freshwater mussels, etc. Comfort with handling and working from boats, kayaking, and wading in swift waters, as well as working in remote areas. Familiarity with project and client management processes is required, including developing and maintaining scopes, schedules, and budgets for large, multidisciplinary projects.
Dedicated: Willingness to travel for work throughout the US and Canada. Ability to work independently and also integrate well as part of a team. Ability to work flexible hours, at times in varied weather conditions and environments required.
Additional Requirements
- Must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States and able to acquire authorization to work in Canada
- Must be willing to travel and possess a valid driver's license
About the Position
This position provides an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic applicant looking to apply their experience and technical knowledge to collaborate with our team of scientists, engineers, and regulatory professionals on a range of studies focused on fish behavior, populations and habitats, water quality, wetlands, and wildlife. Specific duties for this position will include:
- Designing, leading, and implementing aquatic habitat surveys, fish behavior studies, and instream flow assessments, as well as other project that incorporate Kleinschmidt's interdisciplinary services.
- Planning for and collecting, managing, analyzing, interpreting and assuring quality of large, complex datasets.
- Developing, reviewing, and overseeing impact assessment; analysis, interpretation of data and results, discussion, and conclusion sections of large technically or politically complex reports or report sections in discipline (e.g., fisheries, wetlands, water quality).
- Adhering to Kleinschmidt's Quality Management System.
- Engaging in new client development and attracting work by marketing, proposal writing, strategizing, and maintaining personal contacts and relationships.
- Mentoring junior employees and peers as needed and sharing expertise with the firm through presentations and seminars.
Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt
At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With over 50 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower.
Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet.
Our Process
Kleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Bonus Program - Annual and quarterly
- Comprehensive medical/dental/vision package
- 401(k) with 4% match employer match and 100% immediate vesting
- 10 Floating Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Ownership
Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Our company policy and culture provide equal opportunity to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity.
