Fish & Wildlife Biologist 1

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Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33

Location:

Valentine, NE

Hiring Rate:

$22.123

Job Posting:

JR2026-00030215 G&P Fish & Wildlife Biologist I (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

11-24-2026

Job Description:

The Nebraska Game and Parks Commission seeks motivated applicants to the Fish and Wildlife Biologist I position at the Valentine State Fish Hatchery, where they will assist the Fish Production Manager with multiple fish culture and aquatic programs and aid the Fisheries District Biologist with fisheries management activities on area waterbodies. This position provides an excellent opportunity of carrying out the Fisheries Division’s goals and Agency mission through a diversity of work experiences.

JOB DUTIES: The primary duties of this position will be related to fisheries production facility activities that include: extensive pond-rearing methods and intensive recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) protocols; fish spawning, feeding fish of multiple lots, maintaining associated records, collecting and performing sample counts, and documenting distribution of fish throughout the state; performing treatments for fish disease and aquatic vegetation control as required, maintaining hatchery grounds which include mowing, tree trimming and removal; assist with the maintenance of equipment, vehicles, buildings, grounds and ponds; operating specialized equipment for water quality assessment, chemistry, and laboratory work; operating equipment associated with the production of fish and grounds maintenance to include motor vehicles, motorboats, rotary mowers, riding and push lawn mowers, tractors with front end loaders, back hoes, electric and acetylene welders; participating in public relations work providing tours and information to visiting public about the operation of the hatchery and related Commission activities. By assignment, may serve as work leader for temporary and volunteer staff. Fisheries management duties will also be associated with this position that will include: fish population monitoring utilizing various scientific sampling gear; aquatic habitat and angler access enhancement projects; aquatic invasive species (AIS) monitoring and management assistance; fish age and growth processing and analysis; and data entry. Duties will also include interagency and intra-agency projects and other related responsibilities as required or assigned.

Requirements/ Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, fish or wildlife management or closely related field of biological science. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Other: Incumbent must acquire an aquatic pesticide applicator’s license within the first year of hire.

Work schedule and physical working conditions: 8-hour workday, 40-hour work week, many activities require work outside assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in variable and sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to work in hot and cold wet conditions in and around water. May require working alone in remote locations. Able to respond to emergencies quickly and work outside normal work hours. Travel is required for short periods of time to accomplish commission goals and required training.

Note: State housing is provided and required for this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: General knowledge of fish culture techniques and fisheries management. Ability to operate, maintain and repair various vehicles, power tools, electrical instruments, scientific equipment, sampling gear and fish hatchery equipment. Skill in organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects. Ability to communicate effectively; follow instructions and maintain records. Ability to develop positive personal relationships and become a team member. Ability to assemble, organize and process data by recognized scientific techniques; communicate fisheries concepts to diverse user groups; communicate effectively with the public. Ability to be flexible and creative in response to changing circumstances and directives. Ability to respond to facility requirements at any time, day or night. Ability to lift and move fifty (50) pounds.

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