Fishery Biologist 3 (PCN 111697)
Ketchikan, AK - USA
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 3located in Ketchikan Alaska!
What you will be doing:
This position offers an incredible opportunity to oversee pink and chum salmon research in Southeast Alaska as well as sockeye salmon research at ADF&Gs long-term stock assessment projects at Hugh Smith Lake in Misty Fjords National Monument and McDonald Lake on the mainland north of Ketchikan. The biologist in this position will lead preseason and in season pink salmon harvest forecasting act as a project leader for the Southeast Coastal Monitoring Survey (marine trawl survey in northern Southeast Alaska) maintain pink and chum salmon escapement indices for the region and will plan and participate in a variety of other salmon research as needed. This position offers the perfect mix of time spent in the office planning projects analyzing data and writing reports and numerous opportunities to conduct field work at a variety of beautiful locations. This position also provides great opportunities to improve existing projects and in some cases plan new research to address relevant salmon management needs in the region.
Our mission values and culture:
The Division of Commercial Fisheries 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.
This position assists with research that provides useful information for managing southern Southeast Alaska commercial salmon fisheries. This position contributes to the divisions success by assisting in the development of research projects and escapement goals and in the dissemination of data used for fishery management and stock assessments. The results of this positions work contribute directly to ensuring that fisheries are managed sustainably.
The benefits of joining our team:
The Southeast Alaska salmon research team is a small highly motivated group that oversees a variety of research activities in the region. The incumbent would be part of a team that collaborates to gather and analyze data and will gain a broad understanding of salmon research and management in Southeast Alaska. You will be able to participate in all aspects of research from planning and implementation to seeing the results of your work in publication. As a major bonus many of the tasks involve unforgettable trips to remote areas of the region that few people get to see.
The working environment you can expect:
This position is stationed in the ADF&G office in Ketchikan Alaska; however during field season the position will make occasional trips of several days to a week to participate in the Southeast Coastal Monitoring Survey on marine waters in northern Southeast Alaska or visit the Hugh Smith Lake and McDonald Lake field camps (mid-April through mid-November). This position is also required to make day trips to other remote lakes and streams (primarily August-October) as needed and will also occasionally assist with sampling trips to other remote locations that may last several days to two weeks. The position requires physically demanding work while in the field and involves exposure to inclement weather and other environmental conditions. Requires frequent travel to perform field work assist at camps and attend fishery meetings. Requires regular public speaking at fisheries meetings with industry the Alaska Board of Fisheries and other venues.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:- Fishery Biology: Knowledge of the concepts principles and theories of aquatic life including classification taxonomy population dynamics distribution habitat requirements life histories reproduction behaviors conservation and care of aquatic species.
- Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example technical sensitive controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others attends to nonverbal cues and responds appropriately.
- Research: Knowledge of the scientific principles methods and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design collection analysis and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
- Professionalism: Consistently displays the collection of competencies and skill expected of a professional. Professionalism is defined by its key behaviors including being accountable for actions and assigned projects; practicing efficient work habits to effectively manage time and workload; clearly communicating and expressing thoughts and ideas in writing and in person; possessing the ability to understand how non-verbal communication impacts the workplace; working effectively as part of a team to achieve productive outcomes; and consistently demonstrating emotional intelligence integrity and ethical behavior.
- Integrity/Honesty:(*) Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical conduct and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization self and others; is trustworthy.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 3please go to the
following link: Note:
A valid drivers license is required.This position may be in possession of or have access to firearms/ammunition.
First Aid/CPR certification. Provided by the department at no cost to the employee. 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;
AND
One year of full performance professional experience as a biologist or fish culturist. The required professional biologist work experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 2 Fish Culturist 2 Wildlife Biologist 2 Habitat Biologist 2 or Fisheries Geneticist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
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.
Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Please provide at time of application submission:
Cover letter
If selected please provide the following at the time of the interview:
- Transcripts if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are acceptable)
- Resume/CV
- A list of three (3) professional references with current contact information (daytime phone numbers)
- Most recent performance evaluation
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter describing how the applicant possesses the position specific competencies that benefit the position and why you are interested in the position.. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or if unable to attach to your application fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
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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