G&P Fish & Wildlife Biologist I

State of Nebraska•Burwell, NE

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission seeks motivated applicants to the Fish and Wildlife Biologist I position at the Calamus State Fish Hatchery, where they will assist the Hatchery Manager with multiple fish culture and aquatic programs within the Fisheries Division of the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. This is an opportunity to carry out fish culture practices to meet program and agency goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science.
Incumbent must acquire an aquatic pesticide applicator’s license within the first year of hire.
Ability to operate, maintain and repair various vehicles, power tools, electrical instruments, scientific equipment, sampling gear and fish hatchery equipment.
Skill in organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Ability to communicate effectively; follow instructions and maintain records.
Ability to develop positive personal relationships and become a team member.
Ability to assemble, organize and process data by recognized scientific techniques.
Ability to communicate fisheries concepts to diverse user groups.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to be flexible and creative in response to changing circumstances and directives.
Ability to respond to facility requirements at any time, day or night.
Ability to lift and move fifty (50) pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

Assist the Hatchery Manager with multiple fish culture and aquatic programs.
Carry out fish culture practices to meet program and agency goals.
Perform fish spawning, feeding fish of multiple lots, maintaining associated records, collecting and performing sample counts, and documenting distribution of fish throughout the state.
Perform treatments for fish disease and aquatic vegetation control as required.
Maintain hatchery grounds which include mowing, tree trimming and removal.
Assist with the maintenance of equipment, vehicles, buildings, grounds and ponds.
Operate specialized equipment for water quality assessment, chemistry, and laboratory work.
Operate equipment associated with the production of fish and grounds maintenance to include motor vehicles, motorboats, rotary mowers, riding and push lawn mowers, tractors with front end loaders, back hoes, electric and acetylene welders.
Participate in public relations providing tours and information to visiting public about the operation of the hatchery and related Commission activities.
Serve as work leader for temporary and volunteer staff by assignment.
Assist other work units, which may require travel and stay away from home unit overnight.
Attend meetings, seminars, and various training to keep up with Commission and fish culture subjects and technology.
Perform other related duties as required.
Engage in interagency and intra-agency projects and other related responsibilities as required or assigned.