Habitat Biologist ; PCN

Job Description

This position is open to Department Employees only. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish is recruiting for a Habitat Biologist 3 located in Douglas, Alaska. The successful candidate will manage and conduct hydrologic investigations to provide science‑based information and recommendations that support fish habitat protection in Southeast Alaska.

• Install and maintain streamgages and perform stream discharge measurements.
• Collect, process, and archive hydrologic data using the WISKI database; administer the database and train other staff in its use.
• Write grants and manage grant administration, including budgeting and logistical planning.
• Prepare operational plans and fisheries data series reports.
• Supervise a Habitat Biologist 2.
• Perform field work throughout Southeast Alaska, including short‑duration trips (1–3 days) and extended field periods under variable weather and terrain conditions.

• Extensive knowledge of Alaska fish species, life histories, and habitat suitability requirements.
• Proficiency in surface water data collection, rating‑curve development, and mean daily flow record processing.
• Understanding of hydropower impacts on fish resources and the FERC licensing process.
• Ability to perform field work in remote areas and inclement weather throughout the year.
• Strong organizational, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license;
  First Aid/CPR training; wildlife safety training.
• Required minimum education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.
• One year of full‑performance professional biologist experience (e.g., Fishery Biologist 2, Wildlife Biologist 2, Habitat Biologist 2, or Fisheries Geneticist 1 with the State of Alaska).
• Substitution options: 24 semester hours in a relevant biology field with 16 upper division hours, plus 12 semester hours in two of chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

• Cover letter addressing the competencies listed above.
• Copy of college transcripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable).
• Three professional references with current contact information.
• Copy of last performance evaluation.

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats may contact 1‑800‑587‑0430, (907) 465‑4095 in Juneau, or submit an email to the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at recruitment.services
. The State of Alaska is an equal‑opportunity employer.

Joe Klein
Environmental Engineer 2
907‑267‑2148
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