Fishery Biologist 1/2

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

This position is open to State of Alaska Employees only.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish is recruiting

for a Fishery Biologist 1/2 located in Palmer, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

This is a highly dynamic and rewarding, permanent 12-month Flex 1/2 position located in Palmer, Alaska. This position is responsible for planning and implementing field and office activities associated with the collection of data for fishery research and management as it pertains to invasive northern pike in Southcentral Alaska. While most of the focus of this position will be on invasive northern pike in the Mat-Su region, periodic assignments regarding invasive pike and other aquatic invasive species in other areas of Southcentral Alaska are likely. The incumbent, under supervision, will be responsible for leading the installation and maintenance of field camps, navigating various rivers, streams, and lakes via motorized watercraft, operating snowmachines in remote and harsh environments, utilizing various fish trapping techniques, collecting and recording various fish data, collecting biological samples, analyzing data, drafting/authoring reports and operational plans, and assisting with the planning and execution of invasive northern pike eradication projects using rotenone.

Our organization, mission and culture:

In terms of our values the Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game's mission is to manage, protect, maintain, and improve the fish, game, and aquatic plant resources of Alaska. The primary goals are to ensure that Alaska's renewable fish and wildlife resources and their habitats are conserved and managed on the sustained yield principle, and the use and development of these resources are in the best interest of the economy and well-being of the people of the state. The mission of the Division of Sport Fish is to protect and improve the state’s sport fishery resources.

This position works directly with area research biologists and contributes to the department’s missions and goals by supporting projects that remove invasive northern pike from waters in Southcentral Alaska.

The benefits of joining our team:

The State of Alaska is an excellent employer that offers benefits, including medical/dental and accruement of leave. Invasive species work is one of the fastest growing sectors of fisheries management and research, and this position offers the chance to join a dedicated hard-working team of professionals that monitors and removes invasive northern pike from Southcentral Alaska waters.

The working environment you can expect:

This position will be staffed out of the Palmer office. The daily work environment is dynamic and includes a mix of working at a desk in an office setting and field work. This position will require working outdoors and/or occasionally outside normal business hours and field work conditions may include operating highway vehicles and river boats, flying in single engine aircraft, operating snow machines, hiking in wilderness areas, wading in swift currents, and working in inclement weather. Public presentations and travel to conferences and trainings are a component of this position. Requires travel to remote field camps (normally for 3 days to 2 weeks at a time).

Who we are looking for:

Our ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience in the following areas.

Strong organizational, interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate daily with a variety of people including supervisors, other staff, resource managers, and the general public of all ages.

Experience leading fisheries projects including leading and training crews in collecting biological data

Summarizing biological data in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and statistical/analytical software) for word processing, data entry, data summaries, data analysis, drafting reports, and making public presentations.

Experience operating snow machines and outboard propelled boats on rivers, small streams, and lakes; mechanical repair and maintenance experience preferred.

Ability to work independently without direct supervision to accomplish project goals and objectives.

Experience with various forms of fish capture techniques, such as gill nets, fyke nets, rod & reel, and minnow traps along with experience identifying juvenile pacific salmon and other juvenile native fishes of Alaska.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Biologist 1/2

please go to the

following link:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:

Valid driver`s license is required.

First Aid/CPR Certification. Training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.

Deputy as a State of Alaska Peace Officer

DEC certification as an aquatic pesticide applicator.