AGFC BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIAN I

The Arkansas Game & Fish Commission is hiring a Biological Technician I in Brinkley, AR. This part-time role involves forest and fish propagation, conducting research on wildlife samples, and managing wildlife areas. Candidates need a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include inspecting lands, conducting agricultural activities, and providing educational training. The position is governed by state and federal laws.
Position number: 22077986

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Advertisement Opens: March 28, 2025

Advertisement Closes: April 25, 2025

Full Time: No

Salary: $19.19 – $19.19 Hourly

Minimum Education and/or Experience:

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus two years of field experience in wildlife or fisheries management or forestry or land management, or a related area.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

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Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:
• Knowledge of the procedures and methods used in documenting wildlife investigations
• Knowledge of the equipment and techniques used to maintain buildings, grounds, and equipment
• Knowledge of fish propagation, harvesting, cultivation, and maintenance activities
• Knowledge of tissue and blood sampling techniques used in collection research
• Knowledge of agricultural methods and basic land laws
• Knowledge of timber marking, land surveying, and other related forestry techniques
• Ability to collect samples of wildlife, perform fish hatchery, prepare reports, maintain files, and present oral and written information
• Ability to operate and maintain wildlife equipment

Preferred Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills:

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Position Location:

City: Brinkley

Office: Brinkley Regional Office

Division: Fisheries

Job Summary:

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Biological Technician I is responsible for forest and fish propagation, fire prevention, cultivation, and harvesting activities and/or maintaining a wildlife management area. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Typical Functions:
• Inspects forest lands for damage by insects or disease, assists in implementing plans or recommendations for control measures, and prepares plans for site preparation or improvement of planting, harvesting, marketing, or wildlife use
• Conducts or assists in conducting research on collected samples, such as fish, blood, water, soil, and plant species, and examines animals and specimens to detect diseases or other problems
• Conducts agricultural and forest management activities on wildlife management areas, including preparing seed beds and plant foods; selects and marks trees for thinning and/or logging utilizing soil erosion control measures and maintains waterways, dams, and ponds
• Monitors and inspects public and private wildlife to ensure compliance with state regulations and trains various personnel in activities, such as fire safety, accident prevention, and maintenance and calibration of scientific and technical equipment
• Gathers, provides, and presents general and forestry educational information and training to various federal, state, and local health officers, community organizations, and the general public
• Provides technical support and services for scientists and engineers working in fields, such as agriculture, environmental science, resource management, and biology
• Assists in conducting fish and game propagation and maintenance activities, including monitoring of spawning, hatching, incubation, sexing, and feeding
• Prepares reports pertaining to wildlife findings, conclusions, and recommendations
• Cleans, maintains, prepares, and supplies work areas
• Performs other duties as assigned

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist Fisheries District 4 staff with fish population sampling, fish habitat installation, angler creel surveys, and fish structure ageing

For additional information, contact the Fisheries Division staff at

the Brinkley Regional Office / 833-345-0283.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations:

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license.

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