3 Year Temp Fisheries Conservation Biologist II
About The Position
TERM PERIOD: February 9, 2026 through February 2, 2029 Term period depends on annual project funding; this position can be terminated if funding is reduced. This position will work on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-funded Pallid Sturgeon Monitoring Project, which is part of the Fish Division's Missouri River Program. JOB DUTIES: Under the direction of the Missouri River Program Manager and Project Biologist, assist with fisheries research studies on the Missouri River. Duties include assisting with standardized fish and habitat sampling, weighing, and measuring fish and/or macroinvertebrate species, and assisting with telemetry projects. Under limited supervision perform necessary laboratory work and data entry. Responsible for fisheries equipment maintenance and repair, including nets, sampling gear, boats, boat motors, trailers, and trucks. Perform all related work as required.
Requirements
- 1-year experience OR 1-year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture.
- Driver’s license required.
- Knowledge of fisheries management, fish handling protocols, fish and macroinvertebrates species identification, and the operation, care, and repair of fisheries equipment and vehicles.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to follow instructions, maintain records, enter data, perform physical labor outdoors on boats under adverse weather conditions, and work a flexible schedule to adequately complete sampling and surveys.
- Daily hours may fluctuate due to travel and sampling requirements.
- Overnight travel of 1-3 nights per week will be required.
- Occasional weekend and holiday work will be required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with fisheries research studies on the Missouri River.
- Assist with standardized fish and habitat sampling
- Weighing, and measuring fish and/or macroinvertebrate species
- Assist with telemetry projects
- Perform necessary laboratory work and data entry.
- Fisheries equipment maintenance and repair, including nets, sampling gear, boats, boat motors, trailers, and trucks.
- Perform all related work as required.
Benefits
- We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
- Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
- Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
- For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
