Forest and Conservation Worker jobs in Fairbanks, AK
Forest and Conservation Worker reforests and protects timber tracts and maintains forest facilities including roads and campsites. Applies a wide range of concepts. Being a Forest and Conservation Worker applies practical knowledge of practices and procedures from two or more specialized fields, such as forestry, soil science and/or agriculture. May require 2-4 years of related work experience. Additionally, Forest and Conservation Worker relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a manager, or head of the department. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Fisheries Technician
- Wildlife Conservation Society
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
Position: Fisheries Technician
Reports to: Kevin Fraley, Fisheries Ecologist
Position Managed: None
Location: Fairbanks, Alaska
Country Program/Sector: Arctic Beringia
Position Type: Full-time, June 3-August 31, 2024
Internal liaison: Martin Robards, Arctic Beringia Director; Carrie Haddad, Arctic Beringia Business Manager
Expected travel: To and from fieldwork locations in Northwest Alaska (2 main 10 day trips) and several multi-day float trips, from the Coldfoot, Alaska area
Organization Background:
The Wildlife Conservation Society (“WCS”) is a New York not-for-profit corporation founded by statute in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society. WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through research, science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. That mission is achieved through our global conservation programs (WCS currently oversees a portfolio of more than 500 conservation projects in 65 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and North America, and the oceans between them) and through the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks–the Bronx Zoo; the New York Aquarium; and the Central Park, Queens, and Prospect Park Zoos (the City Zoos)
Arctic Beringia Program Overview:
The Arctic Beringia region hosts vast intact tundra landscapes and seascapes with robust assemblages of free-ranging native species such as walrus and caribou, supports vibrant mixed economies for indigenous communities, and is valued by diverse stakeholders across the globe. We use the best available science and indigenous knowledge, along with expertise in trans-boundary policy, to work with diverse communities, indigenous groups, agencies and other partners to understand and protect wild places and wildlife, including their role in local food security.
WCS Arctic Beringia is now seeking an experienced individual with a background in fisheries fieldwork and research to assist in implementation of fisheries fieldwork in Western Alaska.
Job Summary:
During the months of June, July and August of 2024, the technician will assist with field research supporting the study of fish ecology in lagoon ecosystems of Northwest Alaska (near Kotzebue) and freshwater rivers of the south side of the Brooks Range. Arctic lagoons represent important habitat for a diversity of fish species and sustain a vital subsistence fishery for coastal villages. Despite their ecological and cultural importance, very little research has been conducted on the fish communities in western Arctic lagoons. The technician will contribute to research which investigates key ecological features of fish communities in Arctic lagoons including: 1) seasonal fish community composition, 2) abundance and ecology of basal prey taxa, and possibly 3) fish movements and life history. Additionally, the technician will assist with fieldwork assessing heavy metal contaminant loads in subsistence and sport fishes in south-side rivers of the Brooks Range.
The crew (crew leader, one technician, and possibly one other WCS or NPS employee) will stay in tents when conducting two ~12-day fieldwork stints in Northwest Alaska and several 3-6-day float trips in the Brooks Range. Field conditions will be wet, cold, windy, and very buggy. Field locations are extremely remote and crew members will not have access to amenities locally. When not in the field, the technician will be based at the WCS office in downtown Fairbanks. Successful applicants will be required to secure their own housing between field deployments in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Major Responsibilities:
Organize, prepare, test, and help move gear in advance of field deployment.
Perform field data collection including water quality parameters, fish ecology, benthic tow samples.
Fish community sampling methods will include fyke nets, gill nets, beach seines, minnow trapping, kick netting, angling, and possibly electrofishing.
Operate field equipment including small motor vessels, all-terrain vehicles, sonde multiparameter probe, zooplankton sampling equipment.
Various office, lab, field, and outreach tasks in Fairbanks outside of remote fieldwork deployments.
Organize, conduct maintenance, repair, and help move gear after fieldwork deployment.
Applicants must be able to consistently exercise discretion and judgment and make decisions while working independently. Applicants must be enthusiastic, in excellent physical condition and willing to work for long hours in difficult field conditions. Applicants must be comfortable working in bear country. The ability to work independently and follow all safety protocols is vital.
Qualification Requirements
Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge in marine and diadromous fish identification
Ability to work in remote field setting with small crew for 5-12 days at a time.
Ability to lift heavy objects and put in long, physical days of work.
Knowledge and skills for implementing various fisheries techniques.
Data management skills
Ability to fly in small aircraft and travel by all-terrain vehicle and light motor vessel.
Experience working with Alaska Native or other Indigenous communities.
Minimum Requirements:
2 years of post-secondary education in fisheries, ecology, or natural resources
Familiarity with the aquatic fauna of Arctic Alaska
Application Process:
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply via the link below by February 29, 2024.
WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.
Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.
Salary Range
$22-$26 - 7 Days Ago
ARCTIC ALASKA (PRUDHOE BAY) SEA DUCK TECHNICIAN
- Wildlife Conservation Society
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Prudhoe Bay, AK
FULL_TIME
- Job Description Reports to: Kayla Shively, WCS Conservation Ecologist Location: Prudhoe Bay, Alaska Country Program/Sector: Arctic Beringia Position Type: Full-Time Temporary Internal liaison: WCS Arc...
- 8 Days Ago
Database Designer
- Wildlife Conservation Society
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Fairbanks, AK
CONTRACTOR
- Wildlife Conservation Society is looking for a Database Designer! This is a contract position through December 31, 2024. Project duration is expected to be approximately 8-9 months (finalized by Decem...
- 29 Days Ago
Interpretation Intensive Member - Denali National Park and Preserve
- American Conservation Experience - EPIC
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
- Summary American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with National Park Service is seeking ONE member to contribute to the Interpretation Intensive project alongsid...
- 1 Month Ago
Hydrologist
- US Natural Resources Conservation Service
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Fairbanks, AK
FULL_TIME
- Duties Responsible for the collection, quality control (QC), data entry, and annual archive of hydrometeorological data within the boundaries of the NRCS Alaska Data Collection Office jurisdiction. Pr...
- 1 Month Ago
Warehouse Worker
- NC Machinery
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FAIRBANKS, AK
FULL_TIME
- Fairbanks, Alaska Opening. The primary function of this role is to provide friendly, helpful and expeditious customer service to our VIP customers. The successful applicant will understand how to safe...
- 15 Days Ago
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Systems Support Specialist
- General Dynamics Information Technology
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is looking for a System Support Specialist for JSMC-IP/ MTCCS at our Ft W...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Heath Technician (Audiology)
- Department of Defense
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- Summary About the Position: This position is locatd at Fort Wainwright, Alaska. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation Learn...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Room Attendant - MFWAK>
- InterContinental Hotels
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- InterContinental Hotels - Hotel [Housekeeper / Cleaner] As a Room Attendant at InterContinental Hotels, you'll: Clean gu...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Shipping Associate
- Walmart
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- **Job Summary:** As a Shipping Associate at Walmart, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately preparing me...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreation Assistant (Ski/Snowboard Instructor) NF-02
- Army Installation Management Command
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- Summary This position is located with Birch Hill Ski & Snowboard Area on Fort Wainwright, Alaska. Up to 25% recruitment ...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Counselors - Army Wellness Program
- Hyperion Biotechnology
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- Hyperion Biotechnology, Inc. has been providing services to federal government customers for over 20 years. Our customer...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Constructive Systems Administrator
- General Dynamics Information Technology
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Constructive Systems Administrator- J Multi-Functional Simulations Analyst ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
JMSC-IP Live Virtual Constructive - Gaming (LVC-G) Systems Administrator
- General Dynamics Information Technology
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Fort Wainwright, AK
- HOW THE Live Virtual Constructive - Gaming (LVC-G) Systems Administrator MAKE AN IMPACT: JMSC-IP Live Virtual Constructi...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Fairbanks, Alaska
Fairbanks (Tanana: Tanan) is a home rule city and the borough seat of the Fairbanks North Star Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska.
Fairbanks is the largest city in the Interior region of Alaska. 2016 estimates put the population of the city proper at 32,751, and the population of the Fairbanks North Star Borough at 97,121, making it the second most populous metropolitan area in Alaska (after Anchorage). The Metropolitan Statistical Area encompasses all of the Fairbanks North Star Borough and is the northernmost Metropolitan Statistical Area in the United States, located 196 driving miles (or ...
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Income Estimation for Forest and Conservation Worker jobs
$54,585 to $81,701
Fairbanks, Alaska area prices
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