Salary: $2,646.00 Biweekly
Location : Fairbanks, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 49257
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Habitat
Opening Date: 02/14/2025
Closing Date: 2/24/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Habitat
Position Open To: Department Employees Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 18
Job DescriptionThis position is open to Department Employees only.The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Habitat is recruiting for a Habitat Biologist 3 (Region 3 Habitat Biologist 3) located in Fairbanks!What you will be doing:The Department of Fish and Game, Habitat Section is currently recruiting for a permanent, full time Habitat Biologist 3. Under general supervision, this dynamic position is crucial to fulfilling the Habitat Section's mission to protect Alaska's fish, wildlife, and their habitats during the development and operation of diverse resource extraction activities throughout Interior and Northern Alaska. Specific duties include evaluating and issuing proper authorizations for a wide variety of large projects such as: oil and gas exploration and development, hard rock and placer mining activities, highway construction projects, etc. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading aquatic resource sampling at exploratory and/or operating mines; performing data analysis and management; writing technical reports; and leading the laboratory preparation and/or analysis of fish tissues, otoliths, chlorophyll spectrophotometry, benthic macro invertebrates, etc.
Our organization, mission, and culture: The Habitat Section is entrusted with protecting the Alaska's valuable fish and wildlife resources and their habitats as the population and economy continue to expand. Accordingly, the incumbent will document and evaluate both predevelopment and ongoing biological conditions at various sites throughout Interior and Northern Alaska. The incumbent will conduct applied research to identify ways to minimize impacts of development projects on fish and wildlife and pursue opportunities to enhance and protect habitat in cooperation with other agencies and organizations. The incumbent will also review applications and issue authorizations (permits) for activities in fish-bearing waters and legislatively designated special areas.
The Habitat Section 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.
Benefits of joining our team: The ADF&G Habitat Section is comprised of a group of dedicated professionals who work to ensure that development projects and other activities can move forward while ensuring the protection of fish and wildlife resources and their habitats. The incumbent will have the opportunity to contribute to Habitat's efforts and be part of a close knit team.
The working conditions you can expect:The ADF&G office in Fairbanks is located immediately adjacent to Creamers Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge where you can quickly access trails for hiking, running, fat biking and Nordic skiing/ skijoring. Fairbanks offers access to abundant wilderness adventures, and remote hunting and fishing opportunities. Field work involves travel across Interior Alaska and north of the Arctic Circle.
- During the open water season. approximately 30% of the position's responsibilities may be composed of field work including hiking and bushwhacking through difficult terrain in all weather conditions while carrying heavy and bulky sampling equipment and a firearm for protection; and traveling in small aircraft, helicopter, open skiff, inflatable raft, and/or all-terrain vehicle.
Who we are looking for:We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Experience conducting diverse project reviews and environmental permitting pursuant to AS Title 16 (Fish Habitat Permits) and 5 AAC 95 (Special Area Permits), and demonstrated ability to make reasonable and practicable decisions relative to resource development projects.
- Experience working simultaneously on the evaluation of multiple diverse resource development projects; while providing quality products, meeting deadlines, and managing time efficiently.
- Experience developing and providing constructive comments on authorizations and environmental issues under the authority of other natural resource management agencies.
- Experience developing and implementing new aquatic sampling programs to evaluate potential impacts to fish and wildlife resources from development projects.
- Experience coordinating project reviews, monitoring projects for compliance with approved plans and permit conditions and conducting enforcement actions when necessary.
- Proven experience successfully working both independently and cooperatively in a small team environment.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Habitat Biologist 3 (Region 3 Habitat Biologist 3) please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Special Note:- A valid driver's license is required.
- This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.
- MSHA new miner training or annual refresher
- Required training, which may be completed on the job, includes: peace officer of the state deputization; firearms and wildlife safety; wilderness first aid, CPR, and AED; Mine Safety and Health Administration surface miner and site specific; and laboratory safety. Additional training opportunities may include: introduction to ArcPro; remote worker swiftwater safety; water ditching and survival; and electrofishing techniques.
Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management;
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One year of full performance professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist work experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 2, Wildlife Biologist 2, Habitat Biologist 2, or Fisheries Geneticist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.
Substitution:
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, 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 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:- Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).
- Cover letter.
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:- List of three (3) professional references, including current daytime telephone number(s), two (2) of which must be from current or former supervisors.
COVER LETTERA cover letter is required for this position. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the position-specific competencies listed in the job description. If you do not possess a particular position-specific competency, you must identify that in the letter. 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 as an example of your writing ability and will 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.
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 with each application. (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 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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Contact InformationFor specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:Audra Brase907-459-7282
audra.brase@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
See for additional information
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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Are you currently a permanent full-time, permanent seasonal or permanent part-time ADF&G employee?
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Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated?
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This position requires education (degree obtained or semester hours/credits) to meet the minimum qualifications; therefore, a copy of your transcripts is required. Have you attached a copy of your transcripts?
- Yes, I have completed the Education and Training section of the application and my transcripts are attached.
- No, I understand that with the selection this answer I must email a copy of my transcripts to the hiring manager before the recruitment closes.
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