Temporary Conservation Biologist II AIS Program 3 month, Fisheries Division

JOB DUTIES

• Conducting watercraft inspections on assigned waterbodies
• Completing boat decontaminations as part of the statewide Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Program
• Sampling assigned waterbodies for Zebra Mussel early detection
• Educating the public to prevent both the spread and introduction of AIS
• Assisting the AIS Program Manager and Biologist with AIS detection surveys, sample collections and control treatments
• Sampling waterbodies for aquatic plants
• Assisting with fisheries management activities as needed
• Conducting equipment maintenance
• Outdoor education programs

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Qualifications: 1 year experience OR 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture.
• Other: 15 semester hours or the equivalent of post high school coursework/training in fisheries management, wildlife management, natural resources and/or biology and 12 months experience in wildlife, recreation, or fisheries management.
• Valid driver’s license required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• General knowledge of aquatic ecology, fisheries management and/or aquatic invasive species.
• Good communication and public interaction/customer service skills.
• Able to maintain simple records and complete surveys on a tablet.
• Able to operate hand and power tools (heated pressure washer).
• Able to obtain a Pesticide Applicator License if needed.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle.

BENEFITS

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