What are the responsibilities and job description for the Biometrician 1/2/3 (Salmon Biometrician - PCN 111730) position at State of Alaska?
JOB
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting
What you will be doing:
As a member of the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon Office in the Research and Data Services program, the incumbent to this position works with a team of fisheries scientists, biologists, regional research coordinators, and senior-level biometricians to design, plan and perform statistical analyses to support State of Alaska needs for sustainable management. This position`s primary responsibilities are to provide biometric support for assessment of finfish and shellfish populations statewide and to support the Alaska Pacific Salmon Treaty team. This position is also responsible for effectively communicating assessment results to diverse working groups (scientists, managers, industry, public), and authoring fisheries reports, technical publications, and external manuscripts.
Our mission, values, and culture:
This position helps fulfill the division’s mission to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general well-being of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle by conducting scientifically sound assessments to help manage sustainable uses of Alaska’s fish, shellfish and aquatic plant resources.
To achieve this mission, the incumbent’s main responsibilities are: 1) organize and analyze fisheries data, 2) interpret stock assessment results with appropriate descriptions of uncertainty and provide neutral recommendations along with their associated risk to fishery managers, 3) strive to improve assessment methods, and 4) communicate assessment results and recommendations clearly and effectively.
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
The benefits of joining our team:
Within the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon Office, the incumbent is a member of a diverse, dynamic, and committed team of specialists who collaborate to develop and implement applications for estimating abundance and distribution of anadromous fish species, monitoring fish health, marking and aging individual fish, and using genetics for a wide range of applications for finfish species statewide. This position offers a challenging and fulfilling, professional opportunity to collaborate with biologists, decision makers, scientists, and biometricians across state and federal agencies to ensure the best available science is used to sustainably manage the resources of the State of Alaska for the benefit of the people of Alaska.
The working environment you can expect:
This full-time position is based at the ADF&G office in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska. This is a dynamic position with regular interactions with scientists, three world-class laboratories, biometricians, as well as ADF&G staff from other divisions, and provides potential for collaborations with university, federal, and international researchers. There are opportunities to travel within Alaska, the U.S., and internationally for meetings and, when necessary, can include field sampling at remote locations or living and working aboard research vessels. This position occasionally requires time working outside normal business hours and on weekends for meetings and work sessions. We offer flexibility with work schedules and options for hybrid telework. Requires frequent travel in-state (2-5 trips/year) and out-of-state (1-2 trips/year) typically 2-5 days in length for various meetings. These trips may include international travel to Canada. This position may also require travel in float planes and working in inclement weather and at sea.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
Special Note:
A valid driver's license is preferred.
CPR/First Aid Certification. Training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Biometrician 1:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics, or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher.
An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required master's degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.
Biometrician 2:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics, or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
AND
One year of experience practicing as a biometrician at the first working level. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to a Biometrician 1.
Substitution: Any combination of two years of additional qualifying graduate study and professional experience in a position where primary responsibility is statistical analysis and design related to fish or game resource management or research will substitute for the required one year of biometrics experience.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher.
Biometrician 3:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
AND
Two years of experience at the full proficiency level of professional biometric research. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to a Biometrician 2.
Substitution: Any combination totaling four years of additional qualifying graduate study and related professional experience including two years in a position where primary responsibility was statistical analysis and design related to fish or wildlife resource management or research will substitute for the required two years of biometric experience.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Bill Templin, Chief Fisheries Scientist for SalmonPhone: (907) 267-2234bill.templin@alaska.gov
This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.
The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting
for a Biometrician 1/2/3 located in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska!
What you will be doing:
As a member of the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon Office in the Research and Data Services program, the incumbent to this position works with a team of fisheries scientists, biologists, regional research coordinators, and senior-level biometricians to design, plan and perform statistical analyses to support State of Alaska needs for sustainable management. This position`s primary responsibilities are to provide biometric support for assessment of finfish and shellfish populations statewide and to support the Alaska Pacific Salmon Treaty team. This position is also responsible for effectively communicating assessment results to diverse working groups (scientists, managers, industry, public), and authoring fisheries reports, technical publications, and external manuscripts.
Our mission, values, and culture:
This position helps fulfill the division’s mission to manage subsistence, commercial, and personal use fisheries in the interest of the economy and general well-being of the citizens of the state, consistent with the sustained yield principle by conducting scientifically sound assessments to help manage sustainable uses of Alaska’s fish, shellfish and aquatic plant resources.
To achieve this mission, the incumbent’s main responsibilities are: 1) organize and analyze fisheries data, 2) interpret stock assessment results with appropriate descriptions of uncertainty and provide neutral recommendations along with their associated risk to fishery managers, 3) strive to improve assessment methods, and 4) communicate assessment results and recommendations clearly and effectively.
The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
The benefits of joining our team:
Within the Chief Fisheries Scientist for Salmon Office, the incumbent is a member of a diverse, dynamic, and committed team of specialists who collaborate to develop and implement applications for estimating abundance and distribution of anadromous fish species, monitoring fish health, marking and aging individual fish, and using genetics for a wide range of applications for finfish species statewide. This position offers a challenging and fulfilling, professional opportunity to collaborate with biologists, decision makers, scientists, and biometricians across state and federal agencies to ensure the best available science is used to sustainably manage the resources of the State of Alaska for the benefit of the people of Alaska.
The working environment you can expect:
This full-time position is based at the ADF&G office in Anchorage or Juneau, Alaska. This is a dynamic position with regular interactions with scientists, three world-class laboratories, biometricians, as well as ADF&G staff from other divisions, and provides potential for collaborations with university, federal, and international researchers. There are opportunities to travel within Alaska, the U.S., and internationally for meetings and, when necessary, can include field sampling at remote locations or living and working aboard research vessels. This position occasionally requires time working outside normal business hours and on weekends for meetings and work sessions. We offer flexibility with work schedules and options for hybrid telework. Requires frequent travel in-state (2-5 trips/year) and out-of-state (1-2 trips/year) typically 2-5 days in length for various meetings. These trips may include international travel to Canada. This position may also require travel in float planes and working in inclement weather and at sea.
Who we are looking for:
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all of the following position specific competencies:
- Thorough knowledge of statistical, mathematical, and population dynamics theory along with the principles and techniques of quantitative biological research.
- An ability to use contemporary statistical coding tools (e.g., R, git, markdown, Python).
- Strong oral and written communication skills for the presentation of scientific and policy issues to a diverse audience.
- Experience with preparing reports and publishing manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals.
- Proven ability to work with a high degree of independence and as part of a team, and as a contributor to a positive and supportive working environment.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Biometrician 1, 2, or 3 please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs
Special Note:
A valid driver's license is preferred.
This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.
Valid passport for travel to Canada and the ability to legally enter Canada.CPR/First Aid Certification. Training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Biometrician 1:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics, or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher.
An individual who will complete the educational requirements and obtain the required master's degree within six months may apply and be considered for a vacancy. Such applicants may be given a conditional job offer but may not be appointed until receipt of the required degree has been documented.
Biometrician 2:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics, or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
AND
One year of experience practicing as a biometrician at the first working level. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to a Biometrician 1.
Substitution: Any combination of two years of additional qualifying graduate study and professional experience in a position where primary responsibility is statistical analysis and design related to fish or game resource management or research will substitute for the required one year of biometrics experience.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher.
Biometrician 3:
A master's degree from an accredited college in biometrics, statistics or one of the biological sciences including or supplemented by 18 semester or 27 quarter hours of graduate level statistics and/or biometrics.
AND
Two years of experience at the full proficiency level of professional biometric research. With the State of Alaska, this experience is equivalent to a Biometrician 2.
Substitution: Any combination totaling four years of additional qualifying graduate study and related professional experience including two years in a position where primary responsibility was statistical analysis and design related to fish or wildlife resource management or research will substitute for the required two years of biometric experience.
Special Note:
Graduate level statistics and/or biometrics classes usually have course numbers of 500 or higher. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:
Bill Templin, Chief Fisheries Scientist for SalmonPhone: (907) 267-2234bill.templin@alaska.gov