Salary: $2,440.80 - $3,661.60 Biweekly
Location : See Recruitment Details, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 48586
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 01/08/2025
Closing Date: 1/23/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: Supervisory
Range: 16
Job DescriptionThis position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our to determine if you qualify.The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fishery Biologist 2 located in Anchorage, Bethel, or Fairbanks!What you will be doing:As the Kuskokwim area assistant management biologist (FB2), you will be joining a highly qualified team of research and management biologists on the beautiful Kuskokwim River. The FB2 is responsible for managing the Kuskokwim Bay fisheries, participating in research projects, training and supervising technicians, working with the public, and representing the Department at professional meetings. This is an interesting and rewarding fishery to work in with a diversity of tasks throughout the year, and the opportunity to develop new research partnerships and projects to further enrich management decision making. This position will either be a permanent full-time position located in Bethel or have a split duty station that works from Fairbanks or Anchorage for 8-9 months and relocates to Bethel for 3-4 months in the summer.
Our organization, mission, 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 mission of the Division of Commercial Fisheries is to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general well-being of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. The division's core service is to ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments.
As the Assistant Area Management Biologist, your work would contribute to the division's mission and goals by overseeing collaborative sustainable fisheries management programs and the collection of biological data from stock assessment projects used directly to manage the Kuskokwim Area salmon and herring populations.
Benefits of joining our team: This is a full-time, year-round professional position that includes field work in remote and beautiful locations as well as benefits such as retirement, health and leave. The summer season is in Bethel, where a comfortable bunkhouse and vehicle are provided as well as a pay differential. While the summer season requires long hours, you earn flex time, which can be used in the wintertime to allow for additional paid leave. The Kuskokwim River and Bay is home to the Yupik and Dene peoples with a rich history of salmon stewardship. There are many research partners and room for more development. The fisheries research and management team is composed of hardworking, dedicated professionals who work to protect and enhance Alaska's fish and the fisheries that depend on them.
The working conditions you can expect:In-season management can be intense with physical and intellectual work and limited opportunities for time off, but there is time available for fishing and berry-picking. This position manages the Kuskokwim Bay which involves visiting the communities of Quinhagak and Goodnews Bay and visiting field sites to assist with projects. Daily tasks are varied and include serving the public, supporting field projects, analyzing data, collaborating with interagency and non-governmental organizations to support research and management objectives. Public meetings are held weekly and aerial surveys are performed annually.
- In-season summer management is done in Bethel. If the duty station is not Bethel, the incumbent will spend 3-4 months in the Bethel area, some breaks will be negotiable.
- There will be frequent travel via small planes and in open skiffs.
- Requires frequent travel to attend meetings throughout the year.
- The applicant must be able to handle firearms under state regulations.
Who we are looking for:We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Make objective/evidence-based decisions and take accountability for those decisions.
- Experience with general principles of fisheries management
- Experience supervising remote field camp staff including remote logistics
- Experience communicating science or risk management with the public, including in person communications and creating written and visual communication aids such as informational social media posts and video editing.
- Experience with computer programs such Microsoft office suite including Excel/Word, database programs, Arc GIS, and R.
Please consider applying even if you do not possess these exact skills!
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 2 please go to the following link:Special Note: A valid driver's license is required.
This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.
First Aid and CPR certification
Minimum QualificationsA 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 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.
A master's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, fisheries science, or natural resource management, will substitute for the required year of professional level biologist experience. An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required master's 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.
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 discipline's 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 InformationREQUIRED DOCUMENTSPlease provide at time of application submission:- Cover Letter
- Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable),
- 3 professional references including your most recent employer.
COVER LETTERA cover letter is required for this position and will be used as a writing sample. Your cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences (KSAE) that make you the right person for this position. Please highlight KSAE that were not gained through the traditional college/work pathway. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, 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.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
FIREARMSThis position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In 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.
MULTIPLE LOCATIONSThe location of this position is currently in Fairbanks and 3-4 months in the summer are filled in Bethel. The position may be located in Anchorage, Fairbanks, or Bethel. If the duty station is not Bethel, the incumbent will spend 3-4 months in the Bethel area, some breaks will be negotiable.
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, 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). Transcripts must be turned in at time of application.
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 when applying. Omission of required documentation listed will result in an incomplete application and you will not receive further consideration.
WORK EXPERIENCEIf using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer 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 STATEMENTThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 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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For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact InformationFor specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Sam Decker
Kuskokwim Area Manager 907-371-9265
sam.decker@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes
typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits - Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits - Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits - Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
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Paid Leave & Other Benefits - Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
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Describe your experience with science or risk communication?
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Describe your experience supervising field crews on assessment projects?
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Describe the role of the Alaska Board of Fisheries in the fisheries management system?
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Describe what accountability means to you.
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