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Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$17.499



Job Posting:

JR2024-00011848 Fisheries Temporary Conservation Biologist II (Open)



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Job Description:

DUTIES: Assist Fisheries Division Education staff with the operation of Education Programs included in the events of Family Fishing, Outdoor Discovery, EXPOs, and Schramm Education Center. Fisheries Management activities including field collection of fish community data and aquatic habitat assessment from reservoirs and lakes. This position will be required to travel independently statewide to accomplish the above duties. Education Program duties include delivery of public presentations to a diverse audience, particularly children, but will include adults and professional and civic organizations. Fish community sampling techniques include boat electrofishing, trap nets, gill nets and seines. This position will also be expected to assist with equipment maintenance, and other related responsibilities as assigned.



Requirements/ Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications: 1 year experience OR 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture. Drivers license required.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: General knowledge of fisheries management techniques and aquatic ecology. Good communication and public speaking skills; ability to maintain simple records; ability to operate hand and power tools; ability to operate a pickup with trailer as well as a motorboat.






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


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Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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