Regional Fisheries Biologist 2026-02410

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement plans (Pension and 457B)

Job summary

Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Fisheries Biologist to conserve and enhance the state's aquatic resources. This statewide recruitment may fill positions in Pinedale or other locations across the state, offering diverse fieldwork and collaboration with regional teams.

Preferred candidates hold a Master’s or significant wildlife management experience and possess a valid driver’s license. The role involves field sampling, data analysis, and implementing management actions with

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Management or related field
• Experience: 1-2 years progressive work in Wildlife Management at Wildlife Biologist II level
• Substitution: 4-6 years progressive work experience in Wildlife Management at Wildlife Biologist II level

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Regional Fishery Management team to provide quality fisheries resources and angling opportunities.
• Act as primary public contact on fisheries issues for specific waters.
• Lead sampling efforts with electrofishing, netting, and other gear when trained.
• Collect and analyze fish population dynamics and habitat data to manage regional fisheries.
• Recommend and implement fisheries management activities to meet Department objectives.

Skills

Decision-making

Analytical skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management

Education & Experience Substitution: 4-6 years in Wildlife Management

Tools

Fish sampling equipment

Operating watercraft

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Fisheries Biologist to conserve and enhance the state's aquatic resources. While an immediate vacancy is open in Pinedale, this statewide recruitment process may also be used to fill additional Fisheries Biologist positions in Casper, Cody, Green River, Jackson, Lander, Laramie, or Sheridan.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work collaboratively as a member of the Regional Fishery Management team to provide diverse, quality fisheries resources and angling opportunities in balance with the productive capacity of habitats and public desires.
• Act as primary public contact on fisheries issues for specific waters.
• With appropriate training, lead sampling efforts involving electrofishing, netting, and other fish collection gears on boats and rafts or while wading.
• Collect and analyze fish population dynamics, life history, aquatic habitat, and anglers’ use information to manage and conserve regional fisheries.
• Recommend and implement fisheries management activities such as regulations, fish stocking, nonnative fish removal, and habitat management to accomplish Department objectives using sound scientific methods and public involvement.
• Implement the State Wildlife Action Plan to conserve and restore native aquatic species and their habitats.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement chemical treatments to remove undesirable or invasive organisms, including the application of the piscicide rotenone, herbicides and molluscicides.
• Assist with the development of annual progress reports, work schedules, budgets, stocking requests, angler outreach, reports, data entry, and equipment maintenance.
• Work cooperatively with federal, state, and local organizations with shared responsibility for aquatic resource management.
• Give presentations on fishery management topics to public and professional groups.
• Hire and train seasonal employees and supervise their work.
• Assist in the implementation of the Wyoming Aquatic Invasive species (AIS) program, including maintaining certification as a watercraft inspector.
• Provide written comments on activities that may impact aquatic resources, suggesting remedial or mitigating actions.
• Keep updated on new fisheries techniques and research by attending professional meetings, reading literature, and interacting with other fisheries professionals.

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to applicants with a Master's degree in fishery biology, biology, zoology, ichthyology, or wildlife management, plus two years of professional work experience in fisheries management, aquatic resource research or aquatic habitat management.

Preference will be given to applicants who attach a cover letter and resume with their online state application.

Agency requires that the successful applicant have a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Decision-making ability and analytical, oral, and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with fish population sampling equipment and procedures used on standing and flowing waters.
• Experience safely operating watercraft on rivers and lakes.
• Knowledge of fishery management concepts and practices.
• Knowledge of western aquatic resource conservation and management challenges.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management)

Experience:

1-2 years progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

OR

Education & ExperienceSubstitution:

4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Wildlife Biologist II

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to perform fieldwork on lakes and streams in remote wilderness settings and under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork in areas occupied by grizzly bears.
• Ability to work in a collaborative regional office environment and be available to the public.
• Occasional night and weekend work required.
• Some overnight travel will be required.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check and a credit check prior to the appointment.
• CDL is NOT required for this position
• This is a statewide recruitment that will be used to fill the current Pinedale vacancy as well as potential future openings across the state. For more information about the position, locations or the application process, please contact Fisheries Management Coordinator Mark Smith at 307-220-7590 or [e-mail].

040-Wyoming Game and Fish-Fish Division

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