Fisheries District Supervisor — Conservation & Field Research

American Fisheries Society (UK); Brinkley (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is seeking a District Fisheries Supervisor to oversee a team of biologists, plan field surveys, and manage budgets across a nine-county area in east central Arkansas. You will lead population assessments, conduct stakeholder engagement, and coordinate with agencies and officials on management plans.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field plus 3 years of fisheries experience, including leadership.

Qualifications

• Formal education in biology, ecology, or fisheries management with 3+ years of experience including leadership.
• Leadership experience in a supervisory role is preferred.
• Ability to plan work unit objectives and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a professional staff, assign and review work, and evaluate performance.
• Plan and implement projects across streams, reservoirs, and hatchery facilities.
• Coordinate and lead biological surveys and data analyses; publish reports.

Skills

Biology principles

Fisheries techniques

Survey methods

Public presentations

Budget management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/ecology/fisheries management

Master's degree in fisheries management

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is seeking a District Fisheries Supervisor to oversee a team of biologists, plan field surveys, and manage budgets across a nine-county area in east central Arkansas. You will lead population assessments, conduct stakeholder engagement, and coordinate with agencies and officials on management plans.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field plus 3 years of fisheries experience, including leadership.