Fishery Biologist 3 (PCN 111697)

State of Alaska•Ketchikan, AK

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position offers an incredible opportunity to oversee pink and chum salmon research in Southeast Alaska, as well as sockeye salmon research at ADF&G’s long-term stock assessment projects at Hugh Smith Lake in Misty Fjords National Monument and McDonald Lake on the mainland north of Ketchikan. The biologist in this position will lead preseason and in season pink salmon harvest forecasting, act as a project leader for the Southeast Coastal Monitoring Survey (marine trawl survey in northern Southeast Alaska), maintain pink and chum salmon escapement indices for the region, and will plan and participate in a variety of other salmon research as needed. This position offers the perfect mix of time spent in the office planning projects, analyzing data, and writing reports, and numerous opportunities to conduct field work at a variety of beautiful locations. This position also provides great opportunities to improve existing projects and, in some cases, plan new research to address relevant salmon management needs in the region. The Division of Commercial Fisheries 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. This position assists with research that provides useful information for managing southern Southeast Alaska commercial salmon fisheries. This position contributes to the division’s success by assisting in the development of research projects and escapement goals, and in the dissemination of data used for fishery management and stock assessments. The results of this position’s work contribute directly to ensuring that fisheries are managed sustainably.

Requirements

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of aquatic life, including classification, taxonomy, population dynamics, distribution, habitat requirements, life histories, reproduction, behaviors, conservation, and care of aquatic species.
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
Knowledge of the scientific principles, methods, and processes used to conduct a systematic and objective inquiry; including study design, collection, analysis, and interpretation of data; and the reporting of results.
Consistently displays the collection of competencies and skill expected of a professional. Professionalism is defined by its key behaviors including being accountable for actions and assigned projects; practicing efficient work habits to effectively manage time and workload; clearly communicating and expressing thoughts and ideas in writing and in person; possessing the ability to understand how non-verbal communication impacts the workplace; working effectively as part of a team to achieve productive outcomes; and consistently demonstrating, emotional intelligence, integrity, and ethical behavior.
Contributes to maintaining the integrity of the organization; displays high standards of ethical behavior and understands the impact of violating these standards on an organization, self, and others; is trustworthy.
A valid driver's license is required.
First Aid/CPR certification.
A 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 full performance professional experience as a biologist or fish culturist.
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by 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.

Nice To Haves

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

Responsibilities

Oversee pink and chum salmon research in Southeast Alaska.
Oversee sockeye salmon research at ADF&G’s long-term stock assessment projects at Hugh Smith Lake and McDonald Lake.
Lead preseason and in season pink salmon harvest forecasting.
Act as a project leader for the Southeast Coastal Monitoring Survey (marine trawl survey in northern Southeast Alaska).
Maintain pink and chum salmon escapement indices for the region.
Plan and participate in a variety of other salmon research as needed.
Improve existing projects and plan new research to address relevant salmon management needs.