Fisheries Wildlife Biologist

This unclassified, full-time position is located in the KDWP Fisheries Division at the Farlington Fish Hatchery and is directly supervised by the Assistant Hatchery Manager.

• The incumbent conducts a variety of duties relating to the KDWP, Farlington Fish Hatchery & Kansas Aquatic Biodiversity Center, and other departmental duties as needed.
• Assists the hatchery manager and fish culturists with their duties which may include all aspects of fish propagation/culture work in ponds or tanks, imperiled aquatic species propagation/culture, live fish transport, maintenance of buildings, equipment, and grounds, and providing information to the general public including conducting hatchery tours.
• The incumbent should be comfortable with independent use of water quality monitoring equipment and other fish culture tools, grounds maintenance equipment, fish transport equipment, and tools used for routine maintenance.
• The incumbent will have joint responsibility for supervising seasonal employees to accomplish the duties as assigned.
• Some weekend work, work outside of the normal workday and travel for work will be required.
• The incumbent must obtain a Kansas Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification, Category 5-Aquatic Pesticides within 1 year of employment.
• As a condition of employment, the employee will be required to live within a 30-minute drive to the Farlington Fish Hatchery. It is understood that the employee will be on “Stand By” when necessary, on a rotating basis.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in fisheries science/management or wildlife science/management are strongly preferred.
• Four years of relevant experience in science or wildlife management or environmental field and/or program, however education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
• One year of experience in mussel propagation, fisheries culture, management and/or research and one year of relevant technical experience in an environmental field and/or program is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.

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