Deadline: Wed, 01/10/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Conservation Program Biologist I Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Full Time Location: Arkansas Location Detail: Russellville, Arkansas Job Description: Functions as District 9 Fisheries Management Biologist under the supervision of the District 9 Fisheries Supervisor. Responsible for the management of fisheries and aquatic resources in Fisheries District 9, which includes Pope, Johnson, Logan, Franklin, Sebastian, Scott, and Yell counties in west central Arkansas. Routinely performs standardized fish population surveys including seining, electrofishing and netting; Conducts stream sampling surveys; Conducts angler creel surveys; Analyzes fish population survey data and prepares annual lake reports; Makes management recommendations; Assists other Fisheries Division personnel with aquatic resource and fisheries management projects; Conducts specialized research and data analysis of various fish species and habitat types; Conducts fish management activities such as fish habitat improvements, and investigates fish kills; Writes technical reports and presents audio/visual programs to civic clubs, angler clubs, school groups, and professional organizations; Maintains professional decorum with other local, state, and federal agencies; Maintains district files, spreadsheets, databases, and presentations using Microsoft Office programs; Establishes and maintains good communication with the public; Scopes potential public access sites and develops access maintenance renovation needs. Qualifications: Experience in current fish sampling techniques. Knowledge of fisheries science principals and techniques. Good computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point). Good writing skills. Good public speaking skills and affable attitude when talking to the public. Physically able to work long hours, sometimes under harsh or physically demanding conditions. Strong teamwork concept, yet capable of completing a task without close supervision. Proficient with fish population models and GIS. Experience with alternative mechanisms to gather public input (Facebook, Twitter, forums, surveys). Strong organizational skills. The ability to obtain an Arkansas Drivers License. Salary: $61,443.00 - $86,609.00 Annually
