Fisheries Biologist III

Job Responsibilities

This employee will be responsible for conducting management and research activities on the freshwater fisheries resources within Freshwater Fisheries Region 2.

• Collecting and supervising the collection of scientifically valid data.
• Performing an annual review of current data collection methods and evaluating opportunities for improvement.
• Performing fish kill investigations according to valid methodology when necessary.
• Identifying freshwater fisheries management opportunities and developing management strategies based on analysis of reliable data collected from the aquatic resources in Region 2.
• Staying up-to-date with published and popular literature on fisheries management and applying new and proven methods to Region 2 fisheries projects in the areas of:
• survey and inventory (data analysis)
• research
• habitat enhancement and restoration
• and expansion of recreational angling opportunities
• Assisting with writing and editing of federal annual reports, internal fisheries reports, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Attending professional meetings to present on work projects when possible, and representing the region in a professional manner.
• Acquiring knowledge on pond fish population dynamics, conducting on-site analysis of pond balance utilizing 15' & 30' quadrant haul seines, providing written management recommendations to pond owners, and maintaining records of those recommendations.
• Rendering technical assistance to private pond owners by providing water quality testing, stocking information, fish population management recommendations, and/or nuisance aquatic plant identification and control recommendations.
• Conducting outreach activities to resource user groups, education entities, as well as private and public organizations.
• Collaborating with university researchers (professors and graduate students) on research projects in Region 2.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in biology, chemistry or wildlife management and two (2) years of experience in fish, wildlife or marine management or research programs; or a bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area and four (4) years of experience in fish, wildlife or marine management or research programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of aquatic biotic processes.
• Knowledge of fisheries management principles, practices and techniques.
• Experience in the design, development, and implementation of fisheries surveys and management plans.
• Proficient with MS Office software (e.g., Word and Excel) and statistical software (e.g., R and SAS) to compile, analyze, and report project results.
• Ability to disseminate project results to the public and peers in writing and via oral presentations.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with aquatic plant identification and management.
• Ability to swim and lift heavy objects.
• Ability to obtain Boating Safety certificate and Category 5 Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License.