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Position: Natural Resources Biologist (Fisheries Management Biologist) – Fisheries Bureau
Are you passionate about fisheries management and ready to take on a leadership role in Iowa’s most populated fish management district? Do you love the view of rolling cornfields? Especially where the tall corn grows? The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a Fish Management Biologist to oversee and enhance fisheries resources across a seven-county region in central Iowa. This position is more than just a key member of the team—it is a leadership role responsible for guiding fisheries management efforts, fostering partnerships, and ensuring sustainable, high-quality fishing opportunities for Iowans. As the district’s lead fisheries biologist, you will direct data-driven management strategies, implement habitat and watershed improvements, and work closely with communities, stakeholders, and government agencies to promote healthy aquatic ecosystems. This role requires strong communication skills, technical expertise, and the ability to balance fieldwork, public engagement, and administrative responsibilities.
Job Number: 25-02528
Location: 1436 255th St., Boone, IA 50036
Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with variances, and occasional overnight travel
Closing Date: March 21, 2025 11:59 PM
For specific job duties, requirements, and application information, visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/4862162/fisheries-management-biologist?sort=PostingDate%7CDescending&page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Or visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa and search by job title.
Dr. Suski’s group at the University of Illinois has an opening for a full-time fisheries technician that we are hoping to fill. This is a great position that would contribute to a variety of different DNR-funded projects. The position description and application details are in the link below.
https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/13382?c=illinois
Full Job Posting is available HERE.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recently posted a Fisheries Management Consultant Position (Job ID # 83733) located in St. Paul. The closing date for applying is Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The salary range is $35.43 – $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 – $109,682 / annually. Start date after May 2025.
How to Apply:
Go to: http://www.mn.gov/careers
Select: ‘Search for Jobs’ (header at top of page)
Select ‘search for jobs now’ (green box under ‘External Applicants’)
Type in the Job Title or Job ID number
Working Title: Fisheries Management Consultant
Job Class: Natural Resources Program Consultant
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
- Job ID: 83733
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes
- Full/Part Time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Date Posted: 02/26/2025
- Closing Date: 03/18/2025
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
- Division/Unit: Fish and Wildlife
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday – Friday
- Travel Required: Yes
- Salary Range: $35.43 – $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 – $109,682 / annually
- Job Class Option: Fisheries
- Classified Status: Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status: Exempt – Professional
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Location: 1200 Warner Road, St. Paul, 55106
Click HERE for all of the necessary information.
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking a dedicated and passionate fisheries professional to lead the Spirit Lake Fisheries Management District. This position is responsible for managing public fishing waters across a nine-county area, ensuring the protection and enhancement of aquatic habitats and fish populations. The district includes some of the most significant natural lakes in Iowa, providing a dynamic and rewarding environment for a fisheries professional who values conservation, science-based management, and public engagement.
The closing date for this position is March 11, 2025.
Please contact Mike Hawkins at 712-330-1849 or [email protected] with any questions.
Arkansas Game & Fish Commission: CONSERVATION PROGRAM BIOLOGIST I
Position Number:
Class Code: Q403U
Salary Range: $61,443 – $86,609
The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Conservation Program Biologist I is responsible for supervising a wildlife or fisheries management area. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. All of the details are available HERE.
As a Fisheries Management Biologist for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission, you will join a highly-trained, progressive team of Fisheries Scientists working to improve the conservation and management of aquatic resources in Arkansas. You will receive outstanding training and competitive pay and benefits. Fisheries Management Biologists (Conservation Program Biologist I) are responsible for fisheries management activities in a district, with many opportunities to work on projects across the state. Job duties include: standardized fish population surveys, onsite and offsite angler surveys, stakeholder engagement, fish habitat improvement projects including nuisance aquatic vegetation control, analysis of survey data, preparation of annual fishery management reports, assisting with the development of management recommendations for district waters, development and execution of an independent research project, and working with other agencies and elected officials on improving fisheries resources.
This position is located in Northeast Arkansas. Fisheries resources are abundant, ranging from the Mississippi River, and the Black River system, to six AGFC lakes. This position works under the supervision of the District Fisheries Supervisor out of the AGFC Jonesboro Regional Office.
For additional information on this position, please contact Matt Schroeder, Fisheries District Coordinator, [email protected], 501-604-0484
The Department of Biological Sciences at Eastern Kentucky University invites applications for a 9-month, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in the Academic Year 2025-2026. Applicants should hold an earned Doctorate in Biology, Ecology, Zoology, or related fields with an emphasis in Ichthyology or related Fish Biology from an accredited institution at the time of appointment. ABD applicants may be considered but must have a Ph.D. (verified by official transcripts) at the time of appointment. Review of applications begins 20 March 2025. The position begins August 2025.
The position serves the B.S. Biology, B.S. Biomedical Sciences, B.S. Wildlife Management, and M.S. Biology majors in the College of STEM, as well as allied degrees in the College of Health Sciences. It requires doctoral-level preparation for instruction in the biological sciences as well as pursuit of original research in the field of fish biology, with preference for candidates with experience in scientific collections. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses that may include, but are not limited to, Ecology, Fisheries Biology, Ichthyology, Introductory Cell and Molecular Biology, and Introductory Ecology and Evolution in a 4/4 annual teaching load. Additional responsibilities will include curation of fish collections at EKU, and may include instruction of other courses central to the MS Biology program. The successful candidate will also maintain an active scholarly agenda and participate in departmental service, as needed. Reassigned time linked with lab coordination, museum curation, and departmental service may be available under current departmental policies.
Apply here – https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/5746126d-0ff8-4f3e-ad9d-d8765349f317
Our research division is hiring the first ever Landscape Ecologist employed by Arkansas Game & Fish Commission. This individual will be expected to work across both aquatic and terrestrial systems. Ideally we are wanting to recruit someone with some professional experience or with a PhD who is interested in working on a very diverse set of topics. If you know of anyone you think may be interested, please pass on the posting. They would be welcome to reach out to me if there are any questions. Thank you!
https://jobs.agfc.com/postings/posting/3500/
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Minnesota DNR is hiring even more positions! See brief descriptions below for all of the info needed. Cliff notes:
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources recently posted 2 Full-Time Permanent and 2 Full-Time 2-year Fisheries Specialist Positions that will be located between 3 area office locations (St. Paul, Lake City, and Shakopee). The positions in St. Paul will be a Permanent Invasive Carp Specialist and a 2-year Fishing in the Neighborhood Specialist. The position in Lake City will be a Permanent Invasive Carp Specialist. The position in Shakopee will be a 2-year Fishing in the Neighborhood Specialist.
- The closing date for applying is Wednesday, February 26, 2025. Salary range is $24.42 – $35.43 / hourly; $50,988 – $73,977 / annually. Start date: May 2025.
- Job ID: St. Paul Invasive Carp (83941), St. Paul Fishing in the Neighborhood (83927), Lake City Invasive Carp (83936), and Shakopee Fishing in the Neighborhood (83934). Applicants must apply for each position individually to be considered.
How to Apply:
Go to: http://www.mn.gov/careers
Select: ‘Search for Jobs’ (header at top of page)
Select ‘search for jobs now’ (green box under ‘External Applicants’)
Type in the Job Title or Job ID number
Full Descriptions can be accessed by clicking on the appropriate Job Title:
West Metro Fishing in the Neighborhood Job Description
Lake City Invasive Carp Specialist Job Description
East Metro Invasive Carp Specialist Job Description
East Metro Fishing in the Neighborhood Job Description
