Position Description and Application Information
Working Title: Fisheries Biologist - Fort McCoy, WI
Position Location: Fort McCoy, Wisconsin
Work Location: Position is fully in-office/in-person
Research Professional Position: Yes
Position Type: Admin Professional/Research Professional
Classification Title: Technical Support II
Work Hours/Week: 40
Proposed Annual Salary Range: $42,500 - $44,500
Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on: 11/20/2023
Description of Work Unit: CEMML is a research, education and service unit within the Warner College of Natural Resources at Colorado State University (CSU). CEMML applies the latest and most appropriate science to promote the sustainable management of natural and cultural resources on Department of Defense (DoD) and other public lands. We provide technical support, conduct applied research, and offer career development and learning opportunities to support resource stewardship. We collaborate with our sponsors and within CSU to resolve complex environmental issues, leaving a legacy of science-based decisions that sustain our resources for future generations.
To learn more about CEMML’s contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values, visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/
Position Summary: A Fisheries Biologist position is available with the Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands to be located at Fort McCoy, WI. This position supports all aspects of stream (cold water and warm water) and lake management including stream improvement, fish sampling, creel surveys, stocking, aquatic plant management, and water quality monitoring and contributing to annual reporting. Position will require occasional weekend and evening work time. Position will engage with lead fisheries biologist, lead seasonal staff and engage with the general public. This position requires ability to traverse difficult terrain and work outdoors in weather extremes.
Required Job Qualifications:
- The successful candidate must have BS/BA degree in fisheries, aquatic biology, or closely related field and at least two seasons professional experience in fisheries management.
- Knowledge of fish species of the upper Midwest is required.
- The successful candidate must have experience in fisheries management (fish sampling, creel surveys, stocking, and habitat improvement) and water quality monitoring.
- Experience in data management, analysis and entry on desktop computers is a must.
- The successful candidate will have experience in operating and maintaining electroshocking equipment, GPS receivers, and laboratory equipment.
- Currently have or willing to get SCUBA certified.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are also required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license by the employment start date.
- The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications:
- Supervisory experience with seasonal crews.
- Experience interpreting and communicating fisheries regulations for the public.
- Experience designing studies and writing proposals.
- Experience determining impacts of habitat manipulation (including construction activities) on watershed resources.
- SCUBA certification
Diversity Statement: Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category: Natural Resources Management
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Manage all aspects of stream (cold water and warm water) and lake management including stream improvement, fish sampling, creel surveys, stocking, aquatic plant management, and water quality monitoring.
- Educate the public on fisheries management and fishing regulations, which will require occasional evening and weekend work hours.
- Design and implement studies and proposals.
- Contribute to and coordinate on interagency projects such as United States Geological Survey (USGS) watershed studies, WI Department of Natural Resources fish removal projects, United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) fish health assessments, and USFWS brood stock collection and fish stocking.
- Review construction plans to ensure best management practices are used, and conduct site visits during and after the construction process to determine impacts to the surrounding watersheds.
Percentage of time: 40
Job Duty Category: Data Analysis
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Use complex mathematical and statistical equations to analyze data and write reports on present and historical datasets.
- Use GIS software to determine watershed areas, lake and pond volumes and create maps for use in reports and proposals.
- Design data spreadsheets to include writing code to enable faster and easier data analysis.
- Develop models and indexes of stream ecology using complex scientific data reductions.
- Use judgment in determining procedures for laboratory and field sampling to ensure the accuracy and quality of collected results.
- Analyze data to determine and recommend changes to the Fort McCoy Fishing Regulations to create a healthy and sustainable fish population.
- Create and manage databases, conduct analyses and compile reports using desktop computers
Percentage of Time: 30
Job Duty Category: Administrative./Outreach
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Supervise and assign daily tasks to seasonal employees
- Obtain required equipment, soliciting price quotes from vendors to determine optimum purchases
- Coordinate with local schools and host student work days where students visit Fort McCoy and attend a half day presentation on steam ecology. Review and recommend changes to Fort McCoy’s Integrate Natural Resource Management Plan
Percentage of Time: 30
Application Details
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the announcement to be considered for hire. Apply no later than November 20, 2023, for full consideration. Mailed or emailed applications will not be accepted.
Upload each of the items below individually as a Word Document (.doc), PDF (.pdf), or Rich Text Format (.rtf). Please note that incomplete applications cannot be considered. Please remove social security numbers and birth dates from application materials. A complete application consists of:
- Statement of Qualifications (one-page letter addressing each qualification described in the announcement) uploaded in the ‘Cover Letter’ slot.
- Resume
- Transcripts (for each degree earned that is listed under qualifications) uploaded in the ‘Official Transcripts’ or ‘Unofficial Transcripts’ slot.
- Degree Conferral (copy of diploma if transcripts do not include confirmation that degree was awarded) uploaded in the ‘Other’ slot.
- References – please include within your application contact information for 3 professional references including at least one supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.
CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.
Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Special Requirements/Other - Must be able to comply with all applicable regulations to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC). Furthermore, candidates are required at a minimum to complete a NACI/SF85 and successfully pass a federal background check to remain eligible for employment.
Search Contact: Nathan Tucker (nathan.tucker@colostate.edu)
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The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, oeo@colostate.edu.
Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education.
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References Requested
Minimum Requested: 3
Maximum Requested: 3
Applicant Documents
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents:
- Official Transcripts
- Other
