Commission Responsibilities / Orientation

The Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Governor for staggered four-year terms.

The Commission was formed July 1, 1975 when the formerly separate fish and wildlife commissions were merged. ODFW consists of the commission, a commission appointed director and a statewide staff of approximately 1000 permanent employees. ODFW operates under ORS chapters 496 through 513. Commissioners formulate policies concerning management and conservation of fish and wildlife resources and establish seasons, methods, and bag limits for recreational and commercial take, while the director oversees the day-to-day operations of the agency.

Click here for New Commissioner Orientation Materials

Governance Best Practices

• Training Overview of Boards and Commissions
• Governor Member Handbook
• Best Practices Performance Measures
• Attorney General’s Public Records and Meeting Manual 2019
• ORS 292.495 Salaries and Expenses of State Officers and Employees
• Attorney Client Privilege / Best Practices for Confidentiality with Attorneys
• Commission GuidBook and Resources AFWA 2022

Commission Responsibilities

• State Department of Fish and Wildlife Commission Director Duties and Powers Generally

Ethics

• Govt Ethics Law Guide
• Conflict of Interest
• Statement of Economic Interest Flyer
• Guide to lobbying in Oregon

Political Campaigning

• ORS 260.432 Quick Reference
• P.C. Restrictions (ORS 260.432)