Job Description

Salary: $27.17 - $31.22 Hourly
Location : Douglas, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 50518
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Opening Date: 06/16/2025
Closing Date: 6/30/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Position Open To: Alaska Residents Only
Bargaining Unit: General Government
Range: 14/16

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 or Wildlife Biologist 2 located in Douglas, Alaska!
What you will be doing:

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G), Division of Wildlife Conservation is seeking a Wildlife Biologist, 1/2 Flex, located in Douglas, Alaska. This is a flexibly classed position with a training plan designed to provide a path to advance to a Wildlife Biologist 2.
Under the general supervision of a Wildlife Biologist 4, this position assists in leading field research activities, conducts biological sampling, and provides technical assistance to wildlife biologists focused on ungulate research in Southeast Alaska, including mountain goat, moose, elk, and Sitka black-tailed deer.At the advanced level this position will work more independently and requires an increased level of responsibility.
Our organization, mission, and culture:

ADF&G strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully. This position supports the Division of Wildlife Conservation's mission to conserve and enhance Alaska's wildlife and habitats and provide for a wide range of public uses and benefits. Alaska's programs are built on the principles of conservative management, sound science, and habitat protection with policies that promote sustainability. The incumbent contributes to the Division's success by producing high quality and relevant research to support management decisions.
Benefits of joining our team:

The position offers a fulfilling opportunity to work with a dedicated team of professional research staff, including biologists, a research analyst, a biometrician, and research technicians. Staff take pride in providing quality data and technical analyses to support advising management staff and policy makers managing public resources. We value collaboration, communication, flexibility, and creativity. There are many world-class outdoor opportunities around Juneau/Douglas such as hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, and skiing. Indoor activities include swimming, hockey, several fitness gyms, a symphony, theater performances and various other art and culture activities that take place on a regular basis.
The working conditions you can expect:

This Wildlife Biologist 1/2 Flex is based in Douglas, AK - 3 miles from downtown Juneau. This is a dynamic position that will spend extended time in the field conducting research in alpine and forested habitats. Field work includes working in frequently wet environments, steep and rugged terrain, flying in small fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, boating, handling large mammals, collecting biological samples and other data. Typical of most research opportunities, the majority of days are spent at a computer managing datasets, processing biological samples, conducting analyses, and writing reports. The Douglas office is shared by other divisions and is organized as an open office layout to promote collaboration and communication. The position may be suitable for partial telework after a probationary period depending on the needs of the incumbent and leadership team.

• Requires ability to collect data while flying in small aircraft.
• Requires frequent travel within Alaska (1-2 weeks per month, 4 months per year).

Must be able to obtain and maintain:

• Wildlife Chemical Immobilization Certification (Controlled Substance Act; US Code Title 21; CFR 1300)
• Wildlife Capture and Handling Certification (Animal Welfare Act; Title 7, chapter 54 section [click to reveal phone number]2131-2157 ; CFR Title 9, chapter 1)
• CPR and First Aid training

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for an energetic and committed professional who has:

• Demonstrated knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of wildlife biology, management, ecology, and/or conservation. Specifically, experience working with or, observing and interpreting various ungulate behaviors and responding appropriately.
• Experience conducting research and managing logistics for complex field work on large species such as mountain goat, moose and Sitka black-tailed deer in remote settings under physically demanding conditions and inclement weather. Proficient in organizing and implementing field logistics, including purchasing supplies within a budget, managing field equipment, and providing logistical support to field crew.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate, think quickly and act calmly in potentially stressful situations to ensure the safety of teammates. Physically able and willing to collect data while flying at low levels in small aircraft and helicopters, experience in the capture, immobilization, radio-collaring, and handling of large ungulate species, and experience in the safe handling and use of firearms.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills, and attention to detail in field data collection methods, laboratory analysis, and non-invasive sampling techniques.
• Experience collecting, organizing, entering, archiving, and analyzing complex data sets using advanced computer software environments, and effectively communicating research findings in technical reports and presentations.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 1 or Wildlife Biologist 2 please go to the following link:
Special Note:
A valid driver's license is required.

This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.

Minimum Qualifications
Wildlife Biologist 1

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.

Substitution:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:
• at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
• at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

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.

Wildlife Biologist 2

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management.
AND
One year of professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist experience is met by service as a Wildlife Biologist 1, Fishery Biologist 1, or Habitat Biologist 1 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

Substitutions:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:
• at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
• at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.

A master's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry or natural resource management, will substitute for the required year of professional level biologist experience.

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.

Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please provide at time of application submission:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview:

1. Copies of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable), if being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
2. Last two (2) performance evaluations or two (2) letters of recommendation if performance evaluations are not available.
3. If not already provided in your application, please provide a list of three (3) professional references with current contact information.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required to be attached to your application in order to be considered for this position. The cover letter should specifically outline years of work experience and education while addressing your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the key responsibilities and strengths listed in the . The cover letter will be considered a writing sample and will be used, along with the application package, to determine if an applicant is qualified for this position and which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process. If you are unable to attach to your application, it may be faxed or emailed to the hiring manager; see contact information in job posting.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
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.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
Flexible Staffing

This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate's eligibility. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher-level job class after completing the training plan and meeting the minimum qualifications.

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).
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 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 [click to reveal phone number]1-800-587-0430 or [click to reveal phone number](907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or [click to reveal phone number]1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK [click to reveal phone number]99811-0201 . The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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Contact Information
For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Anthony Crupi

Fish and Game Coordinator, Region 1 Supervisor

[click to reveal phone number]907-465-4348

[click to reveal email address] anthony.crupi@alaska.gov
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

Optional Insurance Benefits

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

See for additional information

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

01

How many years of experience do you have conducting field research projects for large ungulate mammals? Your answer must be supported by your application.

• Less than 1 year
• 1 - 2 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years

02

Which of these options best describes your level of expertise capturing and marking large mammals in the field (e.g. forests and mountains), ? Your answer must be supported by your application.

• None
• Beginner: assisted in capture operations.
• Intermediate: led capture operations including chemical immobilization.
• Advanced: led capture and chemical immobilization operations of multiple mammal species.

03

Which of these options best describes your level of expertise collecting telemetry and sightability data while flying in small aircraft? Your answer must be supported by your application.

• None
• Beginner: assisted in data collection as a secondary observer.
• Intermediate: competent data collector from one type of aircraft platform.
• Advanced: extensive radio tracking and observation experience from multiple types of aircraft, including both fixed-wing and helicopters.

04

Describe your level of expertise creating, managing, and maintaining databases. Your answer must be supported by your application.

• None
• Beginner: data entry only.
• Intermediate: data entry, quality control, and troubleshooting.
• Advanced: proficient in the design and manipulation of databases, analysis and summarization of large datasets.

05

Describe your experience preparing for and working in physically demanding field conditions. Your answer must be supported by your application.

• None
• Beginner: less than six months of field experience or academic course work experience only.
• Intermediate: at least one year of experience in a remote field setting assisting with research.
• Advanced: at least one year of experience leading remote field camps, including organizing and implementing field logistics, purchasing supplies, and maintaining equipment.

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