Fish and Game Coordinator (Regional Research Coordinator - PCN 111211)

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Twelve paid holidays

Public employee retirement system

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries, is recruiting a Fish and Game Coordinator (Regional Research Coordinator) in Anchorage, Alaska. The role leads research programs for commercial fisheries management and supervises a team of biologists and technicians.

The position emphasizes scientific editing, in‑season analyses, and collaboration with state and federal partners. Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills are essential for statewide processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or a related field and seven years of professional experience as a fisheries, wildlife, or habitat biologist, including at least one year as a program manager or two years at an advanced professional level.
• Substitutions: a master's degree substitutes for one year of experience; a doctorate substitutes for three years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all research programs supporting management of commercial finfish, groundfish, and shellfish across Bristol Bay, Cook Inlet, and Prince William Sound.
• Directly supervise six FB-III biologists and guide a larger team of biologists and technicians.
• Serve as the region's primary scientific editor, reviewing and authoring reports, operational plans, and grant proposals.
• Chair or co-chair escapement goal reviews and provide analytical, policy, and technical support to leadership and statewide processes.
• Manage administrative oversight, budget coordination, interagency communication, and participate in major fisheries meetings and workshops.

Skills

Fishery biology knowledge

Supervision/leadership

Written reporting

Oral communication

Interagency collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or natural resource management

Master's degree substitution for experience

Doctorate substitution for experience

Tools

GIS

Job description

Job Description

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fish and Game Coordinator (Regional Research Coordinator) located in Anchorage, Alaska.

What You Will Be Doing:

• The Central Region Regional Research Coordinator leads and oversees all research programs supporting the management of commercial finfish, groundfish, and shellfish across Bristol Bay, Cook Inlet, and Prince William Sound.
• The position directly supervises six FB-III biologists and indirectly guides a large team of biologists and technicians conducting stock assessment, field projects, modeling, and in-season analyses.
• Serving as the region’s primary scientific editor, the incumbent reviews, edits, and authors numerous reports, operational plans, and grant proposals each year.
• They chair or co-chair all Central Region escapement goal reviews and provide key analytical, policy, and technical support to regional leadership, partner divisions, and statewide processes.
• The role also manages administrative oversight, budget coordination, interagency communication, and participation in major fisheries meetings and workshops.

Our Mission, Values And Culture:

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well-being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.

This position provides leadership, perspective, and management advice in support of complex and dynamic commercial fisheries. The focus of the Kodiak shellfish/groundfish research team is to conduct research that strengthens commercial fisheries management so that economic opportunity for fishery stakeholders is optimized while ensuring conservation of marine resources through scientifically sound stock assessment and management practices.

Benefits Of Joining Our Team:

Joining the team provides meaningful opportunities to contribute to the sustainability of Alaska’s most valuable fisheries. You’ll work closely with experienced biologists and technicians across diverse projects ranging from stock assessment to long‑term monitoring. The role offers strong professional development through leadership experience, advanced analytical work, and participation in statewide scientific processes. You gain exposure to collaborative partnerships with universities, agencies, and industry groups that broaden your professional network. Overall, the position supports a rewarding career grounded in science, stewardship, and impactful public service.

Working Environment You Can Expect:

The Anchorage Fish and Game office is near the Chugach Mountains, with easy access to nearby hiking trails and the scenic Anchorage coastline, offering staff a close connection to Alaska’s natural landscapes. The daily work environment is a blend of office‑based analytical and administrative tasks, collaborative meetings with biologists and managers, and periodic fieldwork or site visits that support ongoing fisheries research and management.

• Requires travel to remote field sites
• Requires traveling in fixed wing aircraft and helicopters

Who We Are Looking For:

We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:

• Comprehensive knowledge of existing and emerging principles and practices of fishery biology and application of field survey and laboratory analysis techniques to fish resources of Alaska.
• Ability to plan, supervise, manage, and report on large and complex research projects as part of a research team including supervising subordinate research staff.
• Strong oral and written communication skills for the presentation of research results and analysis to both technically oriented staff members and to laypersons.
• Experience with preparation and review of written reports and publications of research findings.
• Experience working with state and federal agencies and non-governmental organizations to design and implement research projects.

Special Note:

A valid driver’s license is required.

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

First Aid/CPR. For those not already certified, training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management;

and Seven years of professional experience as a fisheries, wildlife, or habitat biologist that includes at least one year as a program manager or technical expert or two years at an advanced professional level. The program manager or technical expert experience is met by service as a Fisheries Biologist 4, Wildlife Biologist 4, or Habitat Biologist 4 and the advanced professional biologist experience is met by service as a Fisheries Biologist 3, Wildlife Biologist 3, or Habitat Biologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.

The following substitutions:

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:

• at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
• at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

A master's degree in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management will substitute for one year of the required professional experience. There is no substitute for the requirement for specific experience as a program manager or technical expert or at an advanced professional level.

A doctorate in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management will substitute for three years of the required professional experience. There is no substitute for the requirement for specific experience as a program manager or technical expert or at an advanced professional level.

Additional Required Information:

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS - Cover letter.

Information You Meant to Provide at Time of Application Submission:

• Resume/CV
• A manuscript or publication where you were the primary author
• Three professional references with current contact information
• University transcripts (unofficial are acceptable)

Firearms:

This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.

A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.

If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.

EEO Statement:

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or [phone] in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Contact Information:

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Heather Scannell
Regional Supervisor
907-267-2106
[e-mail]

Benefits Overview (Summary)

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
• Following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
• AVTEC
• Confidential
• Correctional Officers
• Marine Engineers
• Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
• Supervisory
• Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
• Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
• Following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
• General Government
• Labor, Trades and Crafts
• Public Safety Employees Association
• Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
• Group-based insurance premiums for Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents), Long-term and short-term disability, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Long-term care (self and eligible family members), Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year