Wildlife Biologist 1

Job Description

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 Alaska Residents only.

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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Wildlife Biologist 1 located in Fairbanks, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of wildlife technicians serving hunters, trappers, outdoor enthusiasts, and other diverse groups interested in the wildlife and lands of Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska. As the frontline lead for the Fairbanks ADF&G Public Information Center, you will provide clear and accurate information about hunting and trapping regulations, issue permits and harvest tickets, sell licenses and tags, and collect and record harvest reports. The incumbent serves as the Region III Fur Sealing Officer and will regularly seal bears, furbearers, and sheep while collecting biological samples and verifying harvest information. You will support management and research biologists by assisting with harvest and biological data analysis and by participating in field activities such as nuisance wildlife response, aerial survey observation, and occasional wildlife capture efforts.

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.

The benefits of joining our team:

This position offers a great opportunity to work for ADF&G and to play a critical role in helping the public better understand our wildlife and regulations. Working for ADF&G and gaining skills and knowledge are important steps for career advancement and development.

The working environment you can expect:

The position is located at the ADF&G office at 1300 College Road in Fairbanks. The daily work environment involves effective communication and teamwork with office coworkers as well as regular use of a computer while assisting the public in person and over the phone at the information desk or in the laboratory at the Fairbanks office. Fieldwork is required throughout the season and may involve exposure to animals, biting insects, inclement weather, firearms, low-level aircraft flight, and/or travel by boat or skiff. Aerial surveys are conducted in small aircraft maneuvering at low altitude for long periods of time in sometimes cold conditions.

Who we are looking for:

This position serves as the frontline lead for the Public Information Center in the Region III Fish and Game office. The Information Center assists people from around the world by answering questions about hunting and trapping regulations, hunting opportunities, hunter education, and wildlife viewing both within the region and statewide. This position also provides services such as sealing hides and furs, harvest reporting, sample collection and other services required by regulation. This position leads a team of technicians and interns providing customer service to the public and assisting with providing field and logistical support to research and management biologists throughout Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska.

The ideal candidate will possess some or all the following desired strengths:

1. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbal, to convey regulations, present wildlife information, provide direction and resolve conflicts.

2. Experience collecting, analyzing, and summarizing biological data and providing logistical support on wildlife surveys and complex field projects with an acute attention to detail.

3. Experience coordinating a team and strong interpersonal skills to engage colleagues and the public while showing understanding, courtesy, friendliness and tact to others.

4. Sound judgment and the ability to make well-informed and objective decisions while considering implications of those decisions and following through to accomplish goals.

5. A strong work ethic characterized by a positive attitude and punctuality, and a sense of responsibility and ownership when addressing problems, projects or issues.

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:

Valid Driver’s License is required.

The position requires the ability to carry and use a firearm.

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

Deputization as a Fish and Game Peace Officer.

Wildlife chemical immobilization certification.

Wildlife capture and handling certification.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Additional Required Information

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required at time of application:

Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are accepted).

Cover letter

If selected, required at time of interview:

Three (3) professional references with current contact information.

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 1-5 of the competencies in the "Who We are Looking For" section. As well as the supplemental questions. A well-organized candidate will list each competency and concisely explain how their knowledge