Game and Parks Fish and Wildlife Biologist I at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33



Location:

Lincoln Job Posting



Hiring Rate:

$20.745



Classification Salary Range:

$20.75 - $30.58



Job Posting:

JR2024-00006256 Game and Parks Fish and Wildlife Biologist I (Open)



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Job Description:

JOB DUTIES: This position will serve as a biologist in the statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program under direct supervision of the AIS Program Manager. The AIS biologist will lead zebra mussel early detection efforts statewide, including coordination of veliger sampling, microscope analysis, follow up surveys (as needed), and reporting. This position will include assisting with the hiring, training, and coordinating AIS seasonal technicians with respect to early detection AIS sampling, conducting watercraft inspections, and watercraft decontaminations. This position will be expected to also assist with the response for Zebra Mussel positive discovery. This position will be expected to attend regional AIS management coordination conferences/meetings and serve as an alternative state delegate when Program Manager is unable to attend. The AIS biologist will collaborate with state and federal agencies, non-profit groups, and other entities regarding AIS management. This position will create public educational materials/programs related to AIS and lead efforts to prevent AIS via the pet trade. The AIS biologist will also be expected to assist with the creation of pertinent reports/summaries and assist with federal grant administration. Other AIS-related duties include assisting the AIS Program Manager with sampling for Silver/Bighead Carp, conducting aquatic herbicide treatments, data entry/analysis, GIS database development and maintenance, microscope/lab analysis, conducting relevant AIS research, responding to media/public requests, and attending workshops/trainings beneficial to AIS management. Individuals will also be expected to conduct equipment maintenance, outdoor education programs, and other related responsibilities and duties to aid division and agency activities. This position will require some weekend and holiday work, and work in adverse weather conditions.



Hiring Rate: $20.745




Requirements / Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.


For more information contact Kristopher Stahr, AIS Program Manager at 402-471-7602 or kristopher.stahr@nebraska.gov



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
: General knowledge of aquatic ecology, fisheries management and/or aquatic invasive species; good communication and public speaking skills; ability to work independently; ability to maintain, summarize, and analyze data using appropriate programs; ability to operate hand and power tools (e.g., heated power sprayers); ability to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License; ability to operate a pickup with trailer as well as a motorboat; ability to work independently in field and adverse conditions; ability to use critical thinking to make quick decisions with limited supervision.






Benefits



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