Wildlife Biologist 1

State of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation in Fairbanks, Alaska is seeking a Wildlife Biologist 1 to lead a team, provide public information, and support hunting regulation services.

You will issue permits, collect harvest data, seal furs, and assist researchers with fieldwork and data analysis, across Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological field is required or pending.
• Experience collecting, analyzing, and summarizing biological data.
• Ability to coordinate a team and engage with the public.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of wildlife technicians and interns providing customer service.
• Provide accurate information about hunting and trapping regulations.
• Issue permits and harvest tickets; sell licenses and tags.
• Assist with harvest reports, sample collection, and data analysis.
• Support field activities such as nuisance wildlife response and aerial surveys.

Skills

Team leadership

Clear communication

Wildlife data collection

Field operations

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology or related field

Job description

Effective July 1, 2026 the wage for this position increased by 3%. The wage listed in this job posting reflects the increase.

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.

Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting for a Wildlife Biologist 1 located in Fairbanks, Alaska!

What you will be doing:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team of wildlife technicians serving hunters, trappers, outdoor enthusiasts, and other diverse groups interested in the wildlife and lands of Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska. As the frontline lead for the Fairbanks ADF&G Public Information Center, you will provide clear and accurate information about hunting and trapping regulations, issue permits and harvest tickets, sell licenses and tags, and collect and record harvest reports. The incumbent serves as the Region III Fur Sealing Officer and will regularly seal bears, furbearers, and sheep while collecting biological samples and verifying harvest information. You will support management and research biologists by assisting with harvest and biological data analysis and by participating in field activities such as nuisance wildlife response, aerial survey observation, and occasional wildlife capture efforts.

Our organization, mission and culture:

Wildlife Conservation's mission is to conserve and enhance Alaska’s wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. This position is defined by our core services that maintain and enhance opportunities to hunt, trap, and view wildlife because it helps to provide people an opportunity to gain knowledge and appreciation for Alaska’s wildlife, its management, and ways to interact with wildlife safely and ethically.

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.

The benefits of joining our team:

This position offers a great opportunity to work for ADF&G and to play a critical role in helping the public better understand our wildlife and regulations. Working for ADF&G and gaining skills and knowledge are important steps for career advancement and development.

The working environment you can expect:

The position is located at the ADF&G office at 1300 College Road in Fairbanks. The daily work environment involves effective communication and teamwork with office coworkers as well as regular use of a computer while assisting the public in person and over the phone at the information desk or in the laboratory at the Fairbanks office. Fieldwork is required throughout the season and may involve exposure to animals, biting insects, inclement weather, firearms, low-level aircraft flight, and/or travel by boat or skiff. Aerial surveys are conducted in small aircraft maneuvering at low altitude for long periods of time in sometimes cold conditions.

Who we are looking for:

This position serves as the frontline lead for the Public Information Center in the Region III Fish and Game office. The Information Center assists people from around the world by answering questions about hunting and trapping regulations, hunting opportunities, hunter education, and wildlife viewing both within the region and statewide. This position also provides services such as sealing hides and furs, harvest reporting, sample collection and other services required by regulation. This position leads a team of technicians and interns providing customer service to the public and assisting with providing field and logistical support to research and management biologists throughout Interior and Eastern Arctic Alaska.

The ideal candidate will possess some or all the following desired strengths:

1. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both written and verbal, to convey regulations, present wildlife information, provide direction and resolve conflicts.
2. Experience collecting, analyzing, and summarizing biological data and providing logistical support on wildlife surveys and complex field projects with an acute attention to detail.
3. Experience coordinating a team and strong interpersonal skills to engage colleagues and the public while showing understanding, courtesy, friendliness and tact to others.
4. Sound judgment and the ability to make well-informed and objective decisions while considering implications of those decisions and following through to accomplish goals.
5. A strong work ethic characterized by a positive attitude and punctuality, and a sense of responsibility and ownership when addressing problems, projects or issues.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs

Special Note:

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• The position requires the ability to carry and use a firearm.
• First Aid/CPR certification. Training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.
• Deputization as a Fish and Game Peace Officer.
• Wildlife chemical immobilization certification.
• Wildlife capture and handling certification.

Special Note:

Upper division courses means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.

Some positions may require training in specialized areas such as hydroacoustics, microscopic analysis, underwater research, or fish habitat restoration or enhancement.

An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required bachelor's degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Required at time of application:

• Transcripts, if using to meet minimum qualifications (unofficial copies are accepted).
• Cover letter

If selected, required at time of interview:

• Three (3) professional references with current contact information.

COVER LETTER

Cover letter is required for this position.

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.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at time of application and if not then must be provided at time of interview.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides 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.

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For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Sara Longson, Wildlife Biologist 3

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