Fishery Biologist 1

Salary: $27.46 Hourly Location : Fairbanks, AK Job Type: Seasonal Job Number: 54136 Department: Fish & Game Division: Commercial Fisheries Opening Date: 06/15/2026 Closing Date: 6/30/2026 5:00 PM Alaska Division: Commercial Fisheries Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only Bargaining Unit: General Government Range: 14 Job Description This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fishery Biologist 1 located in Fairbanks, Alaska! What You Will Be Doing: We will be hiring a Fishery Biologist for annual seasonal work which is generally anticipated to begin early August and end mid-April; specific dates and timelines may vary. Lead field operations for the annual subsistence salmon harvest survey and supervise two Fish and Wildlife Technicians 3. Coordinate logistics, conduct surveys, and ensure data quality, including demographic and harvest information. Use Survey123, Field Maps, and other GIS products to manage, review, and visualize survey data. Work with residents of 33 Yukon River communities and analyze data in R to support salmon fishery management. Develop maps, create outreach materials, and contribute to annual report writing. Our Mission, Values and Culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game 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. 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 wellbeing of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle, and subject to allocations through public regulatory processes. Our core services ensure the conservation of natural stocks of fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants based on scientifically sound assessments. Benefits of Joining Our Team: Join a dedicated group of professionals in the Fairbanks office and have opportunities to travel through the largest watershed in Alaska. This position will provide you with the experience for advancement into future jobs in the Fishery Biologist series. Your work will contribute to the management of transboundary Yukon River fisheries. The Working Environment You Can Expect: This position is stationed in Fairbanks from August through February each year and involves leading two surveyors, supporting their remote travel, and interacting with tribal and community personnel while conducting household surveys in person, by phone, or by mail. Daily work also includes maintaining confidentiality, updating and creating GIS-based maps and materials using tools such as Survey123 and Field Maps, and analyzing survey data in R. Requires infrequent travel within the State (normally one trip of up to 7 days length occurring 1-3 times a season). Work may take place during evening hours, including weekends, and outdoors in inclement weather during the field season (September to December). Who We Are Looking For: Please describe any experience you have with the following position-specific competencies in your application and cover letter; if you lack experience in an area, simply note that. This information will help us determine which applicants move forward in the interview process: Experience supervising and providing logistical support to remote field workers; Strong multi-tasking, communication and organizational skills, and a self-motivated individual; Strong data entry and QA/QC experience; Experience conducting harvest (fish, game, etc.) related surveys and/or collecting other types of information from the public in person and/or over the telephone; High level of experience using ArcGIS (Including AGOL, Survey123, and FieldMaps) for data collection and mapping, R for statistical analyses, iOS mobile devices for communication and data entry, and Microsoft Office (Including Word and Excel). To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 1 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/CPR. For those not already certified, training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee. Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, fisheries science, or natural resource management. 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, 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 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. An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required bachelor'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. Additional Required Information REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Please provide at time of application submission: Cover letter College transcripts if being used to meet minimum qualifications. If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: Names and day-time phone numbers for three (3) professional references. COVER LETTER A cover letter is required at the time of application and will be used as a writing sample . In your cover letter, please clearly describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities align with the competencies listed in the "Who We Are Looking For" section of this posting. 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 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/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 employer's 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). 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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