Senior Fisheries Biologist (5 positions)

These positions plan and implement a professional, diverse fisheries management program to protect and improve sport (and commercial fishing if applicable) on all lakes, streams, flowages, rivers, and ponds within the assigned geographical area.

Please review the Position Description for more details on this position.

Starting pay for this position is between $31 to $35 per hour ($64,480 – $72,800 annually).

Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. Starting pay may vary for current State employees.

This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

This position is classified as a Fisheries Biologist - Senior in pay schedule and range 15-03.  A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Travel: Travel within the assigned geographical area is substantial. There will be limited regionwide and statewide travel.

Fleet Vehicle Policy: The selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy.  The candidate must be at least 18 years of age with 2 years driving experience. Candidates with three (3) or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents in the past two (2) years, or who have an OWI/DUI violation within the past year are not eligible to drive state vehicles.

Background Check: The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Eligibility to work in the United States: The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9 upon hire.

Physical and Environmental requirement: Please see the attached position description.

Remote Work: Based on an assessment of the goals and work activities, this position may be eligible for remote work. Remote work approval is based on individual circumstances and is subject to supervisor approval and DNR remote work policies. Approval is subject to change without notice based on business needs.

Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job.  Please describe the below qualifications in your resume and letter of qualifications to be considered for this position:

Minimally qualified candidates will have ALL of the following:

• Education in Fisheries Management, Fisheries Science, Fish Ecology, Environmental Biology, Biology or a closely related field (including courses completed, degree's earned, etc.)
• Experience conducting biological and/or habitat surveys
• Experience communicating, both in writing & verbally, on biological topics to expert and non-expert audiences through various methods such as in-person presentations, social media, video, newsletters, web content, etc.

In addition, highly qualified candidates will have one or more of the following:

• Experience conducting and planning fisheries surveys including survey design, coordination, and implementation.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting technical data to formulate conclusions, draft recommendations, and prepare reports for diverse stakeholders (i.e., fisheries, lake, river, and stream user groups; local, federal, state, and tribal government; non-profit environmental/special interest groups and/or the public.
• Master’s degree or higher in Fisheries Management, Fisheries Science, Fish Ecology, Environmental Biology, Biology or a closely related field.

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The State of Wisconsin is committed to fostering a fair, equitable, and consistent selection process that is based on merit and utilizes sound competitive selection procedures.  Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For questions related to the job or the application process, please contact Vicki Treml in Human Resources at 608-266-6910 or vickil.treml@wisconsin.gov.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. Qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability should send their cover letter, resume, DD-214, and documentation of their service-connected disability rating (dated within 12-months) to Vicki Treml at vickil.treml@wisconsin.gov. Current State employees are not eligible for non-competitive appointment. For complete information on veterans hiring programs that may benefit you, please visit the Employment page on WDVA's website.

The State of Wisconsin is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to applicants of any race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. central standard time on Monday, July 22, 2024.