Fishery Biologist ; Kodiak Finfish Research Biologist - PCN

Position: Fishery Biologist 2 (Kodiak Finfish Research Biologist - PCN 111118)

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fishery Biologist 2 (Kodiak Finfish Research Biologist) located in Kodiak, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries, is seeking a highly motivated Fishery Biologist 2 to join our team in Kodiak, Alaska. This position serves as the project leader for several key programs, including salmon scale aging, catch and escapement sampling, herring biomass assessment, salmon test fishery operations, and the management of a floating weir project. The incumbent is responsible for conducting and overseeing a range of analytical work, including salmon run forecasting, escapement goal development, and stock status evaluations throughout the Westward Region.

This role also will train, supervise, and direct a seasonal biologist and several fish and wildlife technicians.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 2 (Kodiak Finfish Research Biologist) please go to the following link:

In support of commercial fisheries management, the Kodiak Finfish Research Biologist will:

• Direct supervision of 1 biologist and up to 6 seasonal technicians.
• Oversee aging for all Westward region salmon scale sample collections.
• Coordinate commercial catch sampling programs.
• Develop and lead salmon population monitoring projects.
• Write research proposals, operational plans, reports, and manuscripts.
• Provide various analyses for fishery management.
• Present results of fishery research at local advisory board meetings.

Special

Note:

A valid driver's license is required.

First Aid/CPR:

For those not already certified, training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

At the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, we strive to maintain the State's fish resources and fish habitat consistent with the interest of the economy and well-being of all Alaskan citizens established in the sustained yield principle.

Benefits of joining our team:

The State of Alaska provides a competitive salary, health benefits, and retirement benefits. This position is a great position for someone looking to advance their career in the biological sciences field.

The working conditions you can expect:

This full‑time position is based at the ADF&G office in Kodiak, Alaska and requires occasional trips to remote operation areas. This position will require travel via small aircraft and vessels and work will be conducted in inclement weather, at sea, and in processing facilities.

Who we are looking for:

• Proven supervisory experience.
• Biological project management and logistical coordination experience.
• Experience collecting and analyzing salmon and herring biological data, including scale aging.
• Strong background in developing and maintaining remote field camps, structures, and equipment.
• Experience writing research proposals, operational plans, and other scientific reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, fisheries science, or natural resource management.

AND

One year of professional experience as a biologist or fish culturist. The required professional biologist experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 1, Fish Culturist 1, Wildlife Biologist 1, or Habitat Biologist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Substitutions:

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:
  • At least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, aquaculture, aquatic ecology, fisheries…