Fisheries Biologist ; Two
Listed on 2026-07-20
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Science
Biology, Environmental Science, Ecology, Research Scientist
Position:
Research Biologist
Duties:
- Lead internal research projects and contribute to agency-funded University research.
- Provide oversight of statewide standardized sampling programs and support biologists in district offices.
- Analyze and interpret biological and environmental data.
- Manage databases and analytical programs.
- Write technical reports and peer‑reviewed publications and present information at scientific meetings.
Location: Inland Fisheries Research Unit stationed at Hebron State Fish Hatchery, Hebron, OH
Contact: Jeremy Pritt, Fisheries Biology Supervisor; jeremy.pritto.gov
Position:District Management Biologist
Duties:
- Conduct and oversee field surveys of fisheries and aquatic communities.
- Contribute to statewide fisheries assessment and research initiatives.
- Design, coordinate, and oversee fisheries and angler access projects.
- Communicate technical and scientific information to the public and stakeholders; prepare news releases and articles.
- Provide presentations and media responses; represent the division on professional committees.
Location: Ohio Division of Wildlife District 4 Headquarters, Athens, OH
Contact: Matt Hangsleben, Fisheries Management Supervisor; matt.hangslebeno.gov
QualificationsCompletion of undergraduate core program in fisheries science and 24 months of training or 24 months of experience in management and coordination of fisheries projects; OR completion of graduate core program in biological sciences to include 6 courses in fisheries science and 2 courses in statistics with 6 months of training or 6 months of experience in management and coordination of fisheries projects;
OR completion of graduate core program in fisheries science with 6 months of training or 6 months of experience in management and coordination of fisheries projects; OR 24 months of training or 24 months of experience as Fisheries Biologist 1 (job code 22271).
Pay and Benefits: Starting hourly pay of $28.76/hr with multiple pay increases over the first 5.5 years of service, ending at $38.01/hr with full benefits.
ApplicationFinal date to receive applications: July 14, 2026
Apply Online:
External Posting Link
- Fisheries Biologist & (District/Research)
Internal Posting Link
- Fisheries Biologist & (District/Research)
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