Description
NOW HIRING: Wildlife Biologist
The North Slope Borough (NSB) Department of Wildlife Management (DWM) (www.north-slope.org/departments/ wildlife-management) is seeking a Wildlife Biologist. The NSB is a municipal government encompassing the entire North Slope of Alaska (88,000 mi2). Residents of the NSB live subsistence lifestyles and harvest a broad range of both terrestrial and marine animals, including caribou, polar bears, whales, seals, and walruses.
This position has two primary roles:
(1) Document and analyze subsistence harvests of terrestrial and marine wildlife. The successful candidate will apply strong quantitative skills to survey design, data analysis, and reporting. Responsibilities include participating in harvest sampling; managing harvest data and its collection; providing technical support to staff; and working with and listening to local hunters and their communities. (2) Conduct research to inform sustainable wildlife management decisions. The successful candidate will identify research questions that are relevant to terrestrial and marine wildlife species that are harvested for subsistence by North Slope residents; develop appropriate research methods; lead and participate in field data collection; analyze data; and prepare technical reports and scientific manuscripts. Across both roles, the candidate will collaborate and coordinate with colleagues from other agencies, industry, and local communities. To disseminate findings, the candidate will author peer-reviewed publications, present at professional conferences and meetings, and meet with local communities and other audiences.
Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in biology or wildlife management and two years of experience. Although an advanced degree is not required, the strongest candidates will likely hold an advanced degree in biology, wildlife management, ecology, or a related field. Candidates should also demonstrate quantitative skills equivalent to those typically developed through graduate-level training at the M.S. or Ph.D. level. Successful applicants holding an advanced degree will receive a premium of 2% above base salary for an M.S. and 7% for a Ph.D. Preference will be given to applicants with: (1) a strong quantitative background; (2) proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, GIS, and R; (3) field experience in remote locations; (4) experience working with Indigenous peoples and related issues; (5) strong communication skills; (6) a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively; and (7) enthusiasm for living and working in a remote but vibrant community.
Base salary:
$3,563.51 bi-weekly; $92,651.26 annually
NSB Benefits:
Excellent benefit packages, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, and options for Family Medical Leave.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and supplemental annuity plans, including pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) options.
Paid time off and 14 additional days of paid holiday leave per year.
Relocation expenses up to $7,500.
Annual step increases in salary, typically 2%.
Location:
The successful applicant must live and work in Utqiavik (Barrow), Alaska.
Application:
To apply for the position, go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northslope and apply for PR#15-26-009.
Note that multiple positions are open; the applicant needs to apply to PR#15-26-009 to be considered for this position.
For more information contact John Citta (john.citta@north-slope.org or 907-852-0350).
