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Job Description
JOB This position is open to all Applicants. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fisheries Scientist 1 located in Anchorage or Juneau!
What you will be doing:
This Fishery Scientist 1 position provides technical expertise on salmon resources and fisheries issues related to the Pacific Salmon Treaty (PST), as well as federal and state actions affecting Pacific Northwest and Canadian-origin stocks that are critical to Alaska fisheries such as the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA). This role delivers scientific and policy-relevant analysis to Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) leadership, supporting informed decision-making and ensuring Alaska's interests are effectively represented. Key responsibilities include active participation on national and international technical committees, conducting and evaluating complex analyses such as stock assessments and escapement goal development, and clearly communicating findings to leadership, stakeholders, and the public. Our mission, values, and culture: This position helps fulfill the division's mission to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general well-being of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle by conducting scientifically sound assessments to help manage sustainable uses of Alaska's fish, shellfish and aquatic plant resources. To achieve this mission the incumbent: Reviews, assesses, and/or proposes policy-related advice and practices related to Chinook salmon activities by the Pacific Salmon Commission (PSC) to ensure the best available scientific and statistical practices are used; Ensures that Chinook Technical Committee (CTC) models, results, and reports contain appropriate descriptions of uncertainty, provide evidence-based recommendations, and discuss associated risks; Participates in review and analysis of federal actions under the ESA, MMPA, Magnuson-Stevens Conservation and Management Act (MSA) and others and drafts appropriate responses; Fosters collaborations within ADF&G and across state, tribal and federal parties within the U.S. Section of the PSC; and Communicates results and recommendations clearly and effectively to department leadership and stakeholders. The Division of Commercial Fisheries 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: As part of the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon (CFS) Office, this position is part of a diverse, dynamic, competent, and committed team of specialists that work together to develop real-world applications of technology, statistics, research, and analysis necessary to assess and manage salmon species across Alaska. This position offers the incumbent a challenging and fulfilling, professional opportunity to collaborate with decision makers, biometricians, and scientists across state and federal agencies to ensure the best available science is used to sustainably manage the resources of the State of Alaska for the benefit of the people of Alaska. The working environment you can expect: This position is staffed in either the ADF&G office in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska. The daily work environment is variable; including some telework, regular in-person work with colleagues in an office setting, and regular travel (approximately 8 weeks annually) to meetings in Canada and the states of Washington and Oregon. This position occasionally requires time working outside normal business hours and on weekends for meetings and work sessions. When possible, duties can include field sampling at remote locations or living and working aboard research vessels. Requires frequent travel in-state (2-3 trips/year) and out-of-state (3-6 trips/year) typically 2-5 days in length for various meetings. These trips may include international travel to Canada. This position may require travel in small planes, watercraft, working in inclement weather, or at sea.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies: Extensive knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methods of fisheries science research, statistical analysis, sampling design, and population modeling. Thorough knowledge of Pacific Salmon Commission processes involving Chinook salmon including Pacific Salmon Treaty language, technical assessments, and processes. Understanding of national policies, practices, and plans affecting Alaska's fisheries (e.g., ESA, MMPA, and MSA). Strong oral and written communication skills for the presentation of scientific and policy issues to a wide range of audiences and experience with authoring and editing technical documents and reports. Strong supervisory skills and ability to coordinate and/or collaborate with diverse professional staff to accomplish program goals. Demonstrated ability to solve problems, take initiative, and to work with both a high degree of independence and as part of a team. To view the general description and example of duties for a Fisheries Scientist 1 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/
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Valid driver's license required.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES A
Ph.D. degree in fisheries science or fisheries biology or any closely related discipline such as, but not exclusively, biometrics, fish pathology, fisheries genetics, fisheries economics or wildlife science. AND Three years of experience conducting fisheries research at the lead or supervisory level equivalent to a Fishery Biologist 3, Biometrician 2, Fish Pathologist 2 or Fisheries Geneticist 2 with the State of Alaska. OR A masters degree in fisheries science or fisheries biology or any closely related discipline such as, but not exclusively, biometrics, fish pathology, fisheries genetics, fisheries economics or wildlife science. AND Five years of experience conducting fisheries research at the lead or supervisory level equivalent to a Fishery Biologist 3, Biometrician 2, Fish Pathologist 2 or Fisheries Geneticist 2 with the State of Alaska.
Special Note:
Degree preference is for a Ph.D. with emphasis on population dynamics of fishery resources.
Definitions of degree fields:
Biometrics:
a branch of biology involving the statistical analysis of biological observations and phenomena.
Ecology:
a branch of biology concerned with the interrelationship of organisms to their environment, however for the purpose of this classification series, the degree must focus on animals versus human groups.
Fish pathology:
the study of the essential nature of diseases of fish.
Fisheries genetics:
a branch of biology that deals with the heredity and variation of fish species.
Fisheries science:
knowledge of multiple disciplines obtained and attested through scientific method and applied to the act, process, occupation or season of taking fish.
Fishery biology:
a branch of biology that deals with the origin, history, physical characteristics, life processes, habits, etc., of fish as it applies to the act, process, occupation or season of taking fish.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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