Job Summary
This is a permanent, full-time, professional-level position working in the
Harvest Management Division of the Lummi Natural Resources Department (LNR). Under limited
supervision from the Fisheries Harvest Manager, and the direction of tribal policy representatives,
the Shellfish Biologist III will be responsible for coordinating LNRs management of the Lummi
Nations commercial dive fisheries within the tribes usual and accustomed fishing grounds and
stations (U & A). Within existing regulatory frameworks, the incumbent will actively participate in
all aspects of the co-management process for fisheries targeting subtidal marine invertebrates. This
position requires the ability to plan, implement, and oversee field projects, including scheduling and
supervising fishery monitoring and scientific diving operations, troubleshooting problems in the
field, managing all data collection, entry, and reduction, and completing all reporting requirements
for the commercial dive fisheries. Principal management duties are similar between fisheries, but
general duties will vary across targeted species, which include California sea cucumber
(Parastichopus californicus), green and red sea urchins (Strongylocentrotus droebachiensis and
Mesocentrotus franciscanus), geoduck clam (Panopea generosa), and pink and spiny scallops
(Chlamys rubida and C. hastata). Incumbent must be a responsible and independent worker who is
highly organized. Incumbent must also possess leadership qualities, problem solving and
communication skills. Work will, at times, result in exposure to potentially adverse weather and sea
conditions and will require physical stamina in the field.
