Job Details

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire a contract Fisheries Biologist to coordinate and supervise a one-year creel survey to measure angler use and generate Walleye exploitation estimates at Glendo Reservoir in east-central Wyoming. This position will be responsible for conducting angler interviews to collect harvest data, measuring angler-harvested fish, maintaining time-lapse cameras at boat ramps, data entry and quality control checks, supervising one technician, and assisting the regional biologist with data analysis and report writing. This is a contract position funded from March 1, 2025 through February 28, 2026. This position will be based out of Casper, Wyoming.

Human Resource Contact: Alice Saldana /...@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

* Maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and be able to work independently and with others in a team setting.

* Work well with the public and represent the WGFD in a professional manner.

* Lead the creel survey crew of one technician and other regional fisheries technicians as assigned.

* Assist the regional fisheries management crew with night electrofishing to mark Walleye.

* Conduct angler interviews at boat ramps and check stations to obtain catch and harvest rate information and measure lengths from angler harvested fish.

* Operate and maintain time-lapse cameras at boat ramps to census watercraft launches.

* Plan creel schedule and adapt to changing patterns in angler use to ensure sufficient angler interviews are obtained.

* Oversee creel data entry, ensure timely and accurate data entry, and perform quality control checks on entered data.

* Communicate effectively and professionally with members of the public, WGFD, and other government agencies.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with a degree in fisheries and/or wildlife management, ecology, ichthyology, biology, natural resources management, or other closely related field, AND one or more years of applicable field experience.

Important: Applicants should attach a cover letter and resume with their online state application. The cover letter should include career plans and suitability for the job.

Must have a valid driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE:

* Experience with sport-fish identification.

* Knowledge of Walleye and other cool/warmwater fishing techniques.

* Experience interacting with the public.

* Requires attention to detail, effective oral communication, and public relations skills.

* Experience working with large datasets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Ability to perform field work under adverse weather conditions.

* Irregular schedules, weekend, and holiday work will be required.

* Extensive overnight travel is required.

NOTES:

* FLSA: Non-exempt

* Successful applicants for employment must pass a background check before appointment.

* The position will run from March 3, 2025 to February 27, 2026.

* Lodging, rain gear, uniform, and all other necessary field equipment and expenses will be provided when in the field. Off duty housing is not provided.

* Contact Matt Hahn, Regional Fisheries Supervisor at 307-###-#### ...@wyo.gov for additional information about the position or application process. Please do not send cover letters or resumes via email; those should be attached to the online application.

* This is an At-Will Employee Contract position (AWEC)

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish Commission-Fish Division

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