Wildlife Biologist 1 (PCN 112152)

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 Wildlife Conservation is recruiting

 for a Wildlife Biologist 1 located in Fairbanks!

What you will be doing:

The main duties of this position include all aspects of planting, cultivating, fertilizing and mowing at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge to promote waterfowl habitat through farming practices; coordinating with the Statewide Waterfowl Program and other waterfowl management agencies to implement research and management programs for waterfowl in Interior Alaska; conducting bird counts during migration seasons; maintaining farm equipment; maintaining rail fences, nature trails, viewing platforms, and other Refuge infrastructure; responding to public inquiries & concerns about Creamer’s Refuge.

Additionally, the selected candidate will assist in communicating with public, local, state, and federal agencies about programs that maintain and enhance fish and wildlife populations and protect refuge resources; compile and analyze data to support recommendations for waterfowl harvest regulations and to assess human impacts on the refuge; alert supervisor to refuge uses and identify areas of illegal activity; assist area staff with big game harvest monitoring and habitat surveys; perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Our organization, mission, and culture: 

Wildlife Conservation's mission is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. This position is defined by our core services that maintain and enhance opportunities to hunt, trap, and view wildlife because it helps to provide people an opportunity to gain knowledge and appreciation for Alaska’s wildlife, its management, and ways to interact with wildlife safely and ethically.

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.

Benefits of joining our team: 

This is a unique full-time position that offers an incredible opportunity for the right applicant to showcase their skills. The position combines outdoor agricultural work at Creamer’s Refuge with opportunity for waterfowl focused field work and professional research and management duties. The position is stationed in Fairbanks with office space in the Farmhouse Visitor Center on Creamer’s Refuge. The incumbent will have opportunity to work closely with other biologists and with non-profit partners on Creamer’s Refuge. The incumbent may also have the opportunity to travel to other parts of the state for field work. Additionally, the incumbent will be expected to engage with and support local stakeholder groups that use the refuge and research scientists from intra/inter government agencies and the private sector. The incumbent will have tremendous opportunity to contribute to research and management on a daily basis.

The working conditions you can expect:

The majority of work will occur out of doors on the Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge located in Fairbanks. A typical work day could include exposure to extreme heat or cold, biting insects, prolonged sitting or standing, physically demanding farm labor, inclement weather, and public inquiries. This is a position that requires strong independent thinking and decision making.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an individual with the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience operating farm equipment including tractors with attachments for improving and maintaining wildlife habitat using agricultural techniques. 
• Excellent waterfowl identification skills and experience with waterfowl capture, banding, and research.
• Possess strong oral communication skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a variety of passionate individuals or user groups with differing view points. 
• Experience using computers and computer software, especially Microsoft Word and Excel, to conduct biological data entry, compilation, analysis, output, and reporting.
• Experience collaborating with professional biologists on wildlife projects.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:
 A valid driver's license is required.

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

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, 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, 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.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please provide at time of application submission:

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required for this position. Please attach the cover letter at the time of application. The cover letter will be used, in part, to determine which applicants advance to the interview round. In the cover letter, the applicant shall address their knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to the competencies in the "Who We are Looking For" section. A well-organized candidate will list each competency and concisely explain how their knowledge, skills, and abilities exhibit this strength.

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). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Clint Cooper

WB3

clint.cooper@alaska.gov

(907) 459-7223