Wildlife Biologist I/II - Alaska Field Training Path

State of Alaska; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation, invites applications for Wildlife Biologist 1/2 in Palmer. This flexibly classed role provides training to advance to Wildlife Biologist 2 while supporting wildlife management programs and overseeing the Public Wildlife Information Center.

Join a mission-driven team that protects Alaska's wildlife and habitats, engages with the public, and offers growth through hands-on experiences and cross‑regional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or natural resource management or related field.
• Specialized coursework as described in the substitution clause may apply.
• Upper division courses (300 level+) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and support wildlife program implementation under close supervision.
• Oversee daily operations of the Public Wildlife Information Center in Palmer.
• Disseminate wildlife information to the public and other offices.
• Supervise technical staff and act as regional representative on key teams.

Skills

Wildlife biology

Supervision

Firearms safety

Customer service

Research

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or natural resource management

Job description

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation, invites applications for Wildlife Biologist 1/2 in Palmer. This flexibly classed role provides training to advance to Wildlife Biologist 2 while supporting wildlife management programs and overseeing the Public Wildlife Information Center.

Join a mission-driven team that protects Alaska's wildlife and habitats, engages with the public, and offers growth through hands-on experiences and cross‑regional collaboration.