Fish and Wildlife (AIS) Biologist I

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Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$21.636

Job Posting:

JR2026- Fish and Wildlife (AIS) Biologist I (Open)

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Job Description:

JOB DUTIES: This position will serve as a biologist in the statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program under direct supervision of the AIS Program Manager. The AIS biologist will lead zebra mussel early detection efforts statewide including coordination of veliger sampling microscope analysis follow up surveys and reporting. This position will also lead education/outreach efforts and strategies for the AIS Program including creating public educational materials through a variety of mediums and conducting pertinent public events. This position will also assist with the hiring training and coordinating AIS temporary technicians with respect to early detection AIS sampling conducting watercraft inspections and watercraft decontaminations. The AIS Biologist will be expected to attend regional AIS management coordination conferences/meetings and serve as an alternative state delegate when Program Manager is unable to attend. This position is expected to coordinate and collaborate with Fisheries Division staff regarding AIS management. Other AIS-related duties include assisting the AIS Program Manager with AIS sampling conducting aquatic herbicide treatments data entry/analysis GIS database development and maintenance microscope/lab analysis conducting relevant AIS research responding to media/public requests and attending workshops/trainings beneficial to AIS management. Individuals will also be expected to conduct equipment maintenance and other related responsibilities as assigned to aid division and agency activities. This position will require some weekend and holiday work occasional in-state and out-of-state travel and work in adverse weather conditions.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in biology ecology fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Other: Possession of a valid drivers license free any of any applicable restrictions. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nebraska Pesticide Applicators License.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES: General knowledge of aquatic ecology and/or aquatic invasive species; good communication and public speaking skills; ability to work independently; ability to maintain summarize and analyze data using appropriate programs; ability to operate hand and power tools; ability to operate a pickup with trailer as well as a motorboat; ability to work independently in field and adverse conditions; ability to use critical thinking to make quick decisions with limited supervision.

For more information contact Kristopher Stahr AIS Program Manager at or

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