F&W-2026-4 Principal Biologist - Fisheries (INTERNAL POSTING)
About The Position
Under the general supervision of a Supervising Biologist, Fisheries or a supervisory official in the Department of Environmental Protection, supervises and coordinates on a state-wide basis surveys of streams and lakes, samplings of fish populations and fish foods, and disease treatment, and generally supervises fish cultural operations and other technical biological work within the fisheries management programs of the state; supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related duties as required. Specific to the Position This new position will develop, implement, and supervise programs intended to engage saltwater recreational anglers through means such as opinion surveys, citizen science, and educational programs. Data and stakeholder input will be incorporated into the management process and used to inform management decisions.
Requirements
- EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Science with a major concentration in Fisheries Science and/or Wildlife Science.
- EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in fisheries biology, fisheries management, fisheries husbandry, fisheries research, and/or the development of fisheries management programs.
- NOTE: A Master's degree in Fisheries Management or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.
- Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledgeable about important NJ saltwater recreational fisheries, recreational data collection techniques, survey development, key recreational management issues, and industry concerns.
- Knowledge of conducting research on resource users.
- Ability to supervise the design of seminars, programs, and workshops for those interested in fisheries management.
- Ability to prepare clear and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and coordinates on a state-wide basis surveys of streams and lakes, samplings of fish populations and fish foods, and disease treatment
- Supervises fish cultural operations and other technical biological work within the fisheries management programs of the state
- Supervises staff and work activities
- Prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff
- Develop, implement, and supervise programs intended to engage saltwater recreational anglers through means such as opinion surveys, citizen science, and educational programs
- Incorporates data and stakeholder input into the management process and used to inform management decisions
Benefits
- Paid Benefit Leave
- Holiday Pay
- Alternative Workweek Program
- Telework
- Pension
- Deferred Compensation
- Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
- Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
- Commuter Tax Savings Program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
