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Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33



Location:

Kearney, NE



Hiring Rate:

$24.453



Job Posting:

JR2024-00011008 G&P FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST II (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-23-2024



Job Description:

JOB DUTIES: Collect, process, summarize and interpret fish population data and angler harvest data; evaluate physical, chemical and biological characteristics of fish habitats following Fisheries Division sampling guidelines and using accepted scientific and statistical procedures. Collect and analyze data for formulation of management plans and development of specific lake and reservoir goals and objectives. Plan and implement aquatic habitat improvement projects on district waterbodies. Assist with fish stocking and in collection of brood stock fish for production purposes. Provide technical assistance of fisheries habitat enhancement techniques and fish management to lake associations, private clubs and private pond owners. Prepare technical reports and maintain records. Perform related work as required.



Requirements/Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field or equivalent experience in the field of biological science AND three years experience in fish or wildlife management or a closely related field; OR Master's degree in fish or wildlife management or closely related field or equivalent experience in the field of biological science AND one year experience in fish and wildlife management or a closely related field.



Other: Drivers license is required.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Extensive knowledge of fishery management principles; life history and habitat needs of fish species; research, statistics, and record keeping systems; and Game Law statutes and regulations as they relate to fisheries management. Ability to conduct statistical data analyses, manipulate and manage large databases, communicate effectively; set goals and objectives; perform heavy physical labor and work outdoors for long periods of time; operate and maintain boats, motors, nets and electrofishing gear; work with little supervision; develop and maintain professional relations with a broad range of agencies and publics.






Benefits



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Equal Opportunity Statement



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