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Wildlife Biologist 2

Dillingham Assistant Area Wildlife Biologist

Location

Dillingham, Alaska, United States

Work type

Field

Employment

Full Time

Experience

1-3 years

Compensation

$7K - $7K per month

Posted

2h ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

This position serves as the Assistant Area Wildlife Management Biologist for western and southwestern Alaska, managing wildlife populations and assisting in evaluating, planning, and conducting management and research activities. The role involves conserving and enhancing Alaska's wildlife and habitats while providing opportunities for public engagement and education.

Assistant Area Wildlife Management Biologist

Location: Dillingham, Alaska, USA
Department: Alaska Department of Fish and Game
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Assistant Area Wildlife Management Biologist supports wildlife management and research across western and southwestern Alaska, including Game Management Units 9, 10, and 17. Based in Dillingham, the role involves assessing wildlife populations, planning management activities, and supporting the conservation of game, furbearers, and other terrestrial wildlife.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with wildlife population assessments, management planning, research, and intensive management programs.

  • Support the management of caribou herds, coastal brown bears, and other wildlife species.

  • Conduct aerial and ground wildlife surveys, investigations, and population monitoring.

  • Capture, immobilize, handle, and examine large mammals as required.

  • Collect, analyze, and maintain wildlife data using databases and analytical tools.

  • Prepare technical reports, data summaries, and presentations.

  • Communicate with the public and stakeholders about wildlife management, hunting and trapping regulations, permits, public access, and conservation policies.

  • Travel throughout the management areas and assist with fieldwork in remote locations.

Work Environment

The position is based in Dillingham, Alaska, with responsibilities extending to the King Salmon Management Area. The role involves frequent travel, field assignments lasting up to one or two weeks, and work in remote and mountainous environments. Duties may include flying in small fixed-wing and rotor aircraft, using firearms, handling wildlife, and working evenings or weekends when necessary.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Alaska wildlife species, biology, ecology, population dynamics, and wildlife management practices.

  • Experience capturing, immobilizing, and conducting physical examinations of large mammals.

  • Experience conducting aerial and ground surveys, collecting field data, analyzing information, and preparing technical reports.

  • Ability to use firearms safely and travel by small aircraft in mountainous terrain.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex regulations and management decisions to the public.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in remote field environments.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in biology, a biological science, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.

  • At least one year of professional-level biologist experience, such as experience equivalent to a Wildlife Biologist 1, Fishery Biologist 1, or Habitat Biologist 1 with the State of Alaska or another employer.

Education Substitutions

A bachelor's degree in another field may qualify if it includes:

  • At least 24 semester hours in biology or a related qualifying natural science field, including 16 upper-division semester hours.

  • At least 12 semester hours in two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

A master's degree in a qualifying biological or natural resource field may substitute for the required year of professional biologist experience.

Benefits and Career Opportunities

  • Gain professional experience managing diverse wildlife populations, including six caribou herds.

  • Work alongside experienced wildlife management and research biologists.

  • Contribute to wildlife conservation and sustainable public use of Alaska's natural resources.

  • Enjoy outdoor recreation opportunities, including hunting, fishing, and exploring pristine wilderness.

  • Benefit from Alaska's lack of a state individual income tax.

Required Documents

At the time of application:

  • Cover letter.

If selected for an interview:

  • Academic transcripts (unofficial copies accepted).

  • Three professional references with current contact information, including one current or former supervisor.

Updated 2h ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Wildlife Biology • 1+ yrs
Ecology • 1+ yrs
Population Dynamics • 1+ yrs
Animal Capture and Immobilization • 1+ yrs
Data Analysis • 1+ yrs
Technical Report Writing • 1+ yrs
Firearms Proficiency • 1+ yrs
Stakeholder Communication • 1+ yrs

Experience

1-3 years

Certifications

Alaska State Peace Officer certification • Required
Firearms training certification • Required
Animal Capture and handling certification • Required
Animal Welfare certification • Required
Associate or Certified Wildlife Biologist by The Wildlife Society • Required

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

$7K - $7K per month

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodMonthly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationDillingham, Alaska, United States
Work typeField
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleMedium • 7/10
physicalHigh • 9/10
cognitiveHigh • 8/10
executionHigh • 8/10
creativityMedium • 6/10
uncertaintyMedium • 7/10
communicationHigh • 8/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

State of Alaska

Team size

Growing team

Location

Dillingham, Alaska, United States

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is dedicated to conserving and enhancing Alaska's wildlife and habitats, providing for public uses and benefits, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount.

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Wildlife Biologist 2

Dillingham, Alaska, United States • Full Time