Fisheries Biologist – Pacific Northwest
Position Overview:
CASE is seeking a Fisheries Biologist to provide expert support to the Interior Columbia Basin Division (ICBD) of NOAA Fisheries. This team plays a critical role in safeguarding ESA-listed salmon and steelhead populations by conducting interagency consultations, evaluating project impacts, and supporting recovery efforts throughout the Columbia River Basin.
In this position, you will work closely with NOAA Fisheries scientists and policy specialists to review, evaluate, and develop technical documentation under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA), Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (FWCA), and Federal Power Act (FPA). Your work will directly contribute to science-based decision-making and habitat restoration efforts that support the survival and recovery of anadromous salmonids.
Key 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.
Qualifications
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.
About CASE Consultants International
CASE Consultants International is a Small Business Administration (SBA)-certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and HubZone-certified firm based in Asheville, NC. With over 12 years of success, CASE supports federal and state agencies, NGOs, research institutions, and private industry through expert services that advance environmental protection, sustainable development, and ecological resilience.
We specialize in delivering high-impact solutions in coastal, marine, ocea, and terrestrial environments, with core strengths in:
Strategic environmental and scientific initiatives
Regulatory compliance and policy support
Scientific and technical research and analysis
Science communication and stakeholder engagement
Adaptation and resilience planning
Disaster recovery and restoration
Program design and implementation support
Whether helping agencies implement Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultations, guiding communities through coastal resilience planning, or supporting private sector sustainability goals, CASE integrates science and strategy to generate meaningful, measurable outcomes.
Our goal is not simply to provide information—but to deliver environmental intelligence that empowers evidence-based decisions and supports long-term ecological and economic sustainability.
At CASE, we hire talented and passionate professionals who are committed to making the planet a safer, healthier, and more hospitable place for all its inhabitants. We create a cultivate, a flexible and collaborative work environment that welcomes a range of perspectives, values creativity, and seeks and delivers work that makes a lasting difference.
Our competitive benefits packages include company-sponsored healthcare (medical, dental, and vision); paid leave; retirement plan; training and professional development; remote and flexible work; performance-based raises and bonuses; and others.
CASE is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and cultivating talented professionals with diverse backgrounds and perspectives and a diverse, inclusive workplace in which our employees thrive. We equitably consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information as per https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.
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