Top 28 Conservation scientists Jobs in Portland, Or

Fishery Management Specialist – ESA, NEPA, and Fisheries Consultation Support
Lynker Corporation —Portland, OR
- $65,000 - $95,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Habitat Area Lead (Fish and Wildlife Administrator)
US Bonneville Power Administration —Portland, OR
- $114,684 - $149,091 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
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Environmental Scientist
Tetra Tech —Portland, OR
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Office
- Opportunities for advancement
8d
Staff Air Quality Engineer or Scientist
SLR Consulting —Portland, OR
- $55,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Engineering
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Technical Lead – ESA, NEPA, and Interagency Consultation Support
Lynker Corporation —Portland, OR
- $80,000 - $120,000 a year
- Contract
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Lead Forest Ecologist
WSP —Portland, OR
- Bachelor's degree
- Quality control
- Travel
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
On-Call Archaeologist
Jacobs —Portland, OR
- $58,656 - $100,000 a year
- On call
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor of Science
- 401(k)
Wildlife Biologist (Task Lead) Hybrid
Tetra Tech —Portland, OR
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Pass drug screening
- Life insurance
Environmental Scientist
Environmental Research Group —Portland, OR
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Biologist/Project Manager (Hybrid)
Tetra Tech —Portland, OR
- $90,000 - $125,000 a year
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Life insurance
Conservation Planner
National Experienced Workforce Solutions —Portland, OR
- $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
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On-Call Staff Biologist
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —Portland, OR
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Conservation Planner ? Hunt/Fish Support
National Experienced Workforce Solutions —Portland, OR
- $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Word
- Bachelor of Science
- Research
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Staff Scientist - Due Diligence
Terracon —Portland, OR
- System design
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Environmental Field Technician
Environmental Works —Fairview, OR
- Email
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
1d
Environmental Specialist
M. A. Mortenson Company —Portland, OR
- $89,500 - $120,800 a year
- Up to 50% travel
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
Principal Consultant (Natural Resources)
Westland Resources —Portland, OR
- $161,000 - $191,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Associate Director of Urban Conservation
Bird Alliance of Oregon —Portland, OR
- $80,600 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 5 years
- Office
- Supervising experience
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Part Time On Call Environmental Field Technician
Langan Engineering & Environmental Services —Portland, OR
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Organizational skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Wetland Scientist - Permitting Specialist
AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC —Vancouver, WA
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Fishery Management Specialist – ESA, NEPA, and Fisheries Consultation Support

Lynker Corporation -
Portland, OR

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Job Details

Contract
$65,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Employee stock ownership plan
Referral program

Qualifications

Technical writing for researchers
Content creation for technical audiences
Driver's License
Productivity software
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Overview:

Lynker Corporation is seeking to hire eight (8) Fishery Management Specialists to support NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), West Coast Regional Office (WCR). These are full-time, primarily remote positions supporting scientific analysis, regulatory documentation, and interagency consultation activities. The positions are anticipated to begin on September 30, 2026. Hiring for these positions will be contingent on contract award. Lynker will be operating under its FLOAT joint venture, a NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 prime contract holder.*

These positions include program and biological support for WCR’s statutory responsibilities under ESA, MSA, FPA, FWCA, and MMPA, including scientific evaluation and preparation of regulatory documents to assess impacts to protected species and habitats. Key tasks will include scientific writing and analyses required in support of recent Executive Orders, Presidential Memoranda, and interagency requests.

Responsibilities:

Tasks

Analyze, interpret, and synthesize scientific data to assess environmental impacts
Prepare ESA Biological Opinions, Letters of Concurrence, and MSA responses
Review biological assessments, permit applications, and consultation packages
Provide technical assistance to action agencies and applicants
Draft enrollment documentation for programmatic consultations
Prepare NEPA environmental documentation
Develop ESA Section 10 permit documentation
Revise documents based on NOAA, General Counsel, tribal, and public feedback
Coordinate with NMFS engineers, Science Centers, and research partners
Maintain administrative records and consultation tracking systems
Participate in technical teams, meetings, and stakeholder coordination efforts
Support mitigation banking efforts and regulatory compliance
Assist with FOIA response documentation

Deliverables

ESA Biological Opinions, Letters of Concurrence, and MSA responses
NEPA documentation and ESA Section 10 materials
Administrative records and consultation tracking documentation
Programmatic consultation verification responses
Technical comments and consultation support documentation
Monthly progress reports detailing accomplishments and issues
Technical presentations and stakeholder support materials

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of experience, or a Master’s degree, from an accredited college or university in aquatic biology, conservation biology, fisheries management, wildlife management or related field of study, with one year of experience relating to the specific task order
Knowledge of salmonid life cycles and habitat requirements
Strong technical writing and analytical skills
Experience working in team-based, interdisciplinary environments
Proficiency with MS Office and Google Workplace tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience implementing ESA and MSA regulations
Experience preparing federal regulatory documents
Experience assessing impacts to marine, estuarine, or anadromous species
Experience working with tribal governments

Certifications/Other Requirements:

Valid state driver’s license.

Place of Performance

Work will be performed primarily offsite.

Travel

Travel may be required for coordination meetings, site visits, and trainings (up to approximately two trips per quarter within the West Coast Region).

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
Flexible spending accounts
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and accident insurance
Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
Employee Referral Program
Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle.

️ Fraud Alert: Recruitment Scam Warning: Lynker has been made aware of fraudulent individuals posing as Lynker recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. All legitimate Lynker job postings are listed on our official careers page. Communication from Lynker recruiters will come from an official @lynker.com email address.

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