King Salmon KORE Program Lead — Fishery Biologist

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish, is seeking a Fishery Biologist 4 to coordinate the KORE program in Southcentral Alaska, based in Anchorage. The role emphasizes leadership of a regional program, technical expertise in salmon restoration, and collaboration with partners to restore fisheries.

Responsibilities include designing strategic plans, supervising staff, pursuing funding through grants, and communicating findings through reports and presentations to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or natural resource management.
• One year of advanced professional biologist work experience.
• Substitution rules may apply for related coursework.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and lead the regional KORE program to enhance salmon stocks.
• Serve as technical lead on sportfish salmon enhancement and rehabilitation.
• Develop and lead a steering committee; supervise project staff.
• Network with ADF&G staff and outside organizations to advance initiatives.
• Write grant applications to seek funding for KORE priorities.

Skills

Fishery Biology

Scientific Research

Team Building

Program Oversight

Oral and Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or natural resource management

Job description

The State of Alaska, Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish, is seeking a Fishery Biologist 4 to coordinate the KORE program in Southcentral Alaska, based in Anchorage. The role emphasizes leadership of a regional program, technical expertise in salmon restoration, and collaboration with partners to restore fisheries.

Responsibilities include designing strategic plans, supervising staff, pursuing funding through grants, and communicating findings through reports and presentations to