SALEM, Ore.—Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is looking for an individual to fill the recently vacated public-at-large representative position on the State's Fish Passage Task Force.

The successful applicant would fulfill the remainder of the term, which expires in February 2010, with the potential for re-appointment to another term through February 2014.

Qualified individuals can apply for this position by submitting an application to ODFW by 5 p.m. on May 31, 2007. This position is different than, and in addition to, the recent openings announced for the Fish Screening Task Force.

The Fish Passage Task Force is a citizen advisory group created by the 2001 Oregon State Legislature.  The Task Force generally meets quarterly at various locations throughout the state to advise ODFW, the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, the Legislature, and the Governor on fish passage issues. All expenses associated with these meetings are paid by ODFW. 

The Task Force is comprised of nine members, representing fishing and conservation (3), water users (3), and the public-at-large (3).  The ODFW Director appoints Task Force members to four-year terms, with a two-term limit. 

Applications or more information should be requested from, and applications should be submitted to, Tom Stahl, Fish Passage Coordinator, at 3406 Cherry Avenue NE, Salem, Oregon 97303, (503) 947-6228, (503) 947-6203 (fax), or Thomas.Stahl@state.or.us. 

After the deadline, applications will be reviewed by ODFW staff, interviews may be conducted, and a recommendation will be made to the Director for the position.  The new Task Force member is expected to be appointed in July. 

The mission of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is to protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations. The agency consists of the Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission, a commission-appointed director and a statewide staff of approximately 950 permanent employees. Headquartered in Salem, ODFW has regional offices in Clackamas, Roseburg, Bend, and La Grande with district offices located throughout the state. For additional information, please visit www.dfw.state.or.us.