Job Description

Salary: $3,405.60 Biweekly
Location : Fairbanks, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 52017
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Opening Date: 11/19/2025
Closing Date: 12/19/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Wildlife Conservation
Position Open To: All Applicants
Bargaining Unit: Supervisory
Range: 20

This position is open to all Applicants.

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Wildlife Conservation is recruiting

for a Wildlife Biologist 4 located in Fairbanks!
What you will be doing:

This position will lead the analytical program in Region III, the primary purpose of which is to provide technical support (e.g., statistical, geographic information systems, survey and inventory design) to regional research and management for making management decisions and regulatory recommendations. The position will supervise technical staff (e.g., biometrician, technical focused WBs), represent the region on technical issues on statewide working groups, manage the budget for the analytical program, and provide oversight for the analytical program.
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.
Benefits of joining our team:

This position offers a great opportunity to lead a analytical group to help conserve wildlife populations that are highly valued locally and globally in areas of large intact ecosystems. ADFG strives to provide a flexible and rewarding work environment. This position will have access to extensive logistical and technical resources (e.g., funds, aircraft, datasets) to address novel analytical techniques.
The working conditions you can expect:

This position is based at the Alaska Department of Fish and Game office, on the scenic Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge located in Fairbanks at 1300 College Road. Occasionally this position will participate in remote fieldwork throughout interior and eastern arctic Alaska. Field work is frequently conducted in small aircraft and helicopters, and occasionally in boats and ATVs. During fieldwork you may be exposed to insects, inclement weather, and large animals.

• Work may occasionally involve exposure to animals, insects and inclement weather, low level flying in planes and helicopters, travel by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs and chemicals. Occasionally, housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels, or wall tents, and may require shared rooms with field crew members.
• This position occasionally travels within the state for field work or to respond to wildlife conflict and animal welfare situations. Work occasionally involves travel out of state and internationally to attend meetings and conduct field work.

Who we are looking for:

The ideal applicant will possess most or all of the following experience:

1. Extensive knowledge of and experience with analytical techniques (e.g., statistics, GIS, data management) relevant to wildlife management and research.
2. Demonstrated ability to oversee projects to completion (i.e., planning, organizing, reporting, data archiving).
3. Experience preparing, formatting, writing, and editing scientific products.
4. Experience coordinating between diverse backgrounds (e.g., managers, researchers, statisticians, analysts) to evaluate complex or controversial problems.
5. Experience evaluating and incorporating novel analytical approaches into research projects or survey and inventory programs.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Wildlife Biologist 4 please go to the following

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Special Note:
A valid driver's license is required.

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

Training provided by the department:

• Peace Officer (to enforce Fish and Game statutes and regulations) (Alaska Statute, AS 16.05.150, 16.05.160);
• Wildlife chemical immobilization certification ("Controlled Substances Act" U.S. Code Title 21 CFR 1300);
• Wildlife capture and handling certification ("Animal Welfare Act" U.S. Code, Title 7, Chapter 54, Section 2131-2157;
  Code of Federal Regulations Title 9, Chapter 1); and
• Fairbanks Laboratory Safety Plan (CFR 29.1910, 28 & 29)

Minimum Qualifications
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 advanced professional level biologist experience. The required professional biologist work experience is met by service as a Fishery Biologist 3, Wildlife Biologist 3, Habitat Biologist 3, or Fisheries Geneticist 2 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent with another employer.

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.

Additional Required Information
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Please provide at time of application submission:

1. Cover letter
2. A copy of all college transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable).

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

1. Copy of primary authored publication (e.g., peer-reviewed article, thesis, dissertation, management report, user guide)
2. 3 references contact information.

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required for this position. Please attach the cover letter at the time of application. The cover letter will be used, in part, to determine which applicants advance to the interview round. In the cover letter, the applicant shall address their knowledge, skills, and abilities as they relate to 1-5 of the competencies in the "Who We are Looking For" section. A well-organized candidate will list each competency and concisely explain how their knowledge, skills, and abilities exhibit this strength.
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.
EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences, 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'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

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

Danny Caudill

Research Coordinator
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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

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Paid Leave & Other Benefits

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

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