Fisheries Biologist

The State of Oklahoma is seeking a Fisheries Biologist to manage aquatic resources and conduct research in fisheries management. Responsibilities include planning and executing projects, supervising staff, coordinating with hatcheries and agencies, and promoting public awareness of regional resources. The position is full-time and based in Ada, OK, with duties involving data collection, analysis, and community engagement.
Job Posting End DateRefer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.Job Posting TitleFisheries BiologistAgency320 DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATIONSupervisory OrganizationWildlife ConservationJob TypeFull time, RegularCompensation$52,724.29 plus state benefit allowance.Job Description Under general supervision of the Regional/Program Supervisor, participate in the development of both short‑ and long‑range fish and wildlife management and research projects. Is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the successful completion of assigned projects within predetermined guidelines; must be familiar with the principles and procedures of fish and wildlife management and research. Use scientific methods to gather data regarding fish/wildlife populations and habitat; collect samples, specimens, and data; record and analyze scientific data and prepare and submit detailed reports. Supervise full‑time and temporary employees; serve as advisor or Department representative in areas of special expertise; may have extensive contact with a variety of public and private individuals and groups. Biologists perform a variety of duties depending on the specific program or area they are assigned to and may be responsible for the supervision of a technician and seasonal interns.Position: Regional Management BiologistLocation: OK Fisheries Research Lab, 500 E Constellation, Norman, OK. Proactively manages aquatic resources within one of seven fisheries management regions by developing and providing annual updates to five‑year regional management plans, monitoring regional lakes and reservoirs, and conducting fisheries surveys. Provides annual fish stocking requests and assists hatchery personnel with stockings. Coordinates development of regional boating and fishing access projects and maintains equipment, buildings, roadways, campsites, restrooms, signs, fences, and other infrastructure. Promotes public use and awareness of regional resources via news releases, interviews, presentations, and social media.Job Duties May IncludeParticipate in the planning, development, coordination and implementation of fish and wildlife research and management projects; assist in establishing project goals and help develop Division objectives; submit grant proposals and partnerships.Interpret policies for subordinates and the public; develop or implement existing procedures for assigned projects.Coordinate work with hatcheries, other biologists, divisions and state, federal, and municipal agencies.Assist in developing management or research plans, including specifications, time schedules, expenses, equipment, supplies, and personnel needed to complete projects.Prepare and submit annual project budgets and reports, including salaries, equipment, supplies, maintenance, etc.; submit claims for expenditures and maintain ledgers.Schedule work for contractors, cooperators, or subordinates to meet project objectives.Assist in conducting public hearings on seasons, regulations, and other Department actions.Present programs to local civic, educational, youth, professional, sportsmen, and environmental groups.Conduct fish population surveys to determine distribution of species, age and growth, condition, food habits, population enumeration, and management recommendations.Apply limnologic techniques to determine characteristics such as area, depth, temperature, and water chemistry.Apply standard creel census techniques to assess fishing pressure, harvest, and fishery characteristics.Apply fish culture techniques in transporting fish, collecting eggs, transporting fry, and introducing fish into varied habitats.Provide technical advice to private pond owners and municipalities.Investigate pollution‑caused fish kills to identify causes and determine loss, with findings used as court evidence.Review professional and non‑professional fishery and wildlife literature to stay current with the field.May be required to perform other duties, managerial or non‑managerial, as assigned by the Supervisor.M…