Fishery Biologist 1 (Norton SoundKotzebue Commercial Fisheries Biologist PCN 111912)
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16 hours ago
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Job Summary
Job Description
- This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definitionto determine if you qualify.The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting
for a Fishery Biologist 1 located in Nome Alaska!
What you will be doing:
This position provides a unique opportunity for an entry-level biologist to support management of the diverse commercial and subsistence fisheries of Norton Sound and Kotzebue in western Alaska. Not only will the successful applicant coordinate remote salmon enumeration projects but they will also assist with high-seas red king crab population assessments conduct regional harvest surveys with subsistence users and collect process and analyze data for annual reports. Duties also include assisting the Field Camp Coordinator with providing training and logistical support for fisheries technicians at field camps and at commercial catch sampling locations throughout the region.
Our mission values and culture:
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued treated equitably and treated respectfully.
The benefits of joining our team:
We are seeking applicants who want to further their career in fisheries in a challenging and rewarding environment. The experience the successful applicant will gain while supporting the small-scale fisheries of western Alaska will be invaluable to future positions in management research and resource governance. While there are ample opportunities for overtime throughout the busy season there are also periods that will allow recreational activities such as fishing hiking and berry picking in a pristine environment.
The working environment you can expect:
While this position is based in Nome the successful applicant will support projects throughout the region from Kotzebue to Unalakleet. Travel by small fixed wing aircraft and helicopters will be necessary to access many of the field sites and the incumbent will be expected to work from boats the field the incumbent will frequently interact with subsistence users and may field questions and concerns as an ADF&G representative. While in Nome job duties will take place in the State office building and at maintenance facilities and boat yards. This position requires frequent trips to remote field sites that may last for several days and possibly weeks at a time. The incumbent may be required to work on trawl boats in the high seas for up to 2 weeks at a time. Requires operation of skiffs and ATVs to travel to project sites. Also requires training for the safe handling and operation of firearms in bear country.
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking applicants who are eager to learn about the fish populations of western Alaska and who thrive in circumstances that require them to be resourceful in response to novel challenges. The successful candidate will have previous experience in fisheries including:
organizing and reporting biological data;
and maintaining equipment such as outboard motors generators and ATVs;
and living in remote field locations;
safety in bear country;
a field crew to accomplish project objectives.To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 1 please go to the following link: Note:
Valid drivers license required.
First aid/CPR training. Provided by the department at no cost to the employee.This position may be in possession of or have access to firearms/ammunition.
The incumbent is also encouraged (but not required by law) to:
obtain a State of Alaska Department of Fish and Game Peace Officer Badge. Minimum Qualifications
A bachelors degree from an accredited college in biology a branch of biology limnology biometrics oceanography forestry fisheries science or natural resource management.
Substitution:
A bachelors 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 resources or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques human population dynamics or the design and manipulation of landscapes) of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry physics mathematics statistics geology hydrology or GIS.
Special Note:
Upper division courses means courses that are specialized in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving analytical thinking skills and theoretical applications with depth and rigor in a disciplines theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.
Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics microscopic analysis underwater research or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.
An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required bachelors degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.
Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Required at time of application:- Cover letter
- Resume/CV
- Transcripts if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial are acceptable).
If selected please provide the following at the time of the interview:
- Three (3) professional references including current contact information.
A cover letter is required for this position.Cover letters should document relevant experience and education while highlighting personal investment in Alaskan fisheries and outdoor activities. A complete cover letter will mention the applicants level of experience in the five categories listed in the job posting
FIREARMS
This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208) if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence you may not hold this position.
A misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has as an element the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by a current or former spouse parent or guardian of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse parent or guardian or by a person similarly situated to a spouse parent or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence do NOT apply for this position.
EDUCATION
To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT
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 please call 1- or in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1- or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201 Juneau AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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