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WorkSource Oregon Data Management Specialist 2-Natural Science in Portland, Oregon

Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences) use a background in the natural sciences as they assist in the population, maintenance, enhancement and distribution of databases. They locate, obtain, standardize, enter, verify, and correct various data sets related to project goals and work plans. Position/Project Specifics: This is a full-time position with the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC). The Data Management Specialist (Specialist) will work in coordination with PSMFC program staff and external partners on regional data programs including, but not limited to, StreamNet Program (https://www.streamnet.org/) and RMPC Program (https://www.rmpc.org/). These programs rely on collaborative processes engaging with tribal, federal, state, and consortia to effectively exchange standardized data to inform regional assessments and reporting needs. PSMFC staff support these programs by leading collaborative processes, developing draft products, data documentation, data entry, and assisting with data access. These programs are currently focused on strengthening data sharing capacity, data quality and quantity, enhancing data discovery and accessibility, and facilitating data interoperability. Essential Functions: The Specialist will work closely within a team environment on a diversity of tasks that range from compiling data from multiple sources, entering data per the required data exchange standards, updating program websites, developing draft products (e.g., documents, presentations, spreadsheets) for use in existing processes, informing development of data tools (queries, ESRI dashboards), and supporting a diversity of collaborative processes. A portion of the tasks will be guided by the needs identified by the Coordinated Assessments Partnership (CAP) during the 2023 workshop (https://www.pnamp.org/project/coordinated-assessments-for-salmon-and-steelhead) which will involve developing draft material, and actively contributing to Fish Monitoring Work Group Task Teams (https://www.pnamp.org/project/fish-monitoring-work-group) and other groups and processes assigned to a CAP task. The Specialist will also assist with organization and supporting the implementation of program committee and team meetings, and regional meetings such as the Emerging Technologies Information Sessions. The selected individual will plan and carry out assignments independently under general guidance of senior team members and the Senior Program Manager. The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of data management and data entry/query tools (e.g., google sheets, google forms, access and SQL databases) and be proficient with Microsoft Office. The Candidate should also demonstrate knowledge of, or ability to self-learn, to use other tools, such as GIThub for documentation and versioning, ArcGIS online tools such as ESRI dashboards for data display, and maintaining content on WordPress websites. The candidate must be comfortable working on multiple tasks, able to re-prioritize their work, be a proven team player, and understand the criteria for respectful collaboration. Full job description available at: https://www.psmfc.org/psmfc-info/careers

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