Closing Date February 1, 2019
Position Number 720-6670
Minimum Qualifications:
Prior to start date, applicant must be accepted to, enrolled at, or a recent graduate of a college or university majoring in an aquatic biology related field. Students should be in good academic standing. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds above their head and possess a valid driver’s license.
Individuals must be capable of working long, irregular hours outdoors, under adverse weather conditions and at times overnight.
Application Procedures:
New Applicants
Must complete the online application.
Must upload a copy of transcripts
Can upload a resume and letter of interest. This is optional.
Positions available at Williston, Bismarck, Dickinson, Riverdale, Devils Lake, AND Jamestown District offices and Valley City and Garrison National Fish Hatcheries. Applicants will be asked to specify their preferred location as well as other locations applicants are willing to work in. Please indicate these locations in the application process to be considered for employment in these districts.
Current State employees with access to PeopleSoft can access the job posting through the PeopleSoft Portal.
External applicants can access the job posting by going to the ND State Jobs Openings. Applications must be completed by 11:59pm on the posted closing date.
For information about the position or for persons needing accommodation or assistance in the application or interview process, contact Scott Elstad, Biologist, at 701-220-1036. Letters of interest and transcripts can be mailed to Scott Elstad, Biologist, c/o ND Game and Fish Department, 100 N Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, ND 58501 or emailed to selstad@nd.gov
For troubles or questions about applying on the online system, contact Melissa Long at 701-328-6318.
Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preference must include a current statement of disabled status from the Veteran’s Affairs Office.
ND Relay Number: 1-800-366-6888
The North Dakota Game & Fish Department makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or with an employee’s ability to perform essential duties of the job. It is the applicant’s responsibility to make known any needs for accommodation.
Job Duration
3 months (mid-May thru August) but may be up to 11 months depending on need.
Summary of Work:
Essential Functions
Assist fisheries personnel with reproduction and population test netting, trap and transport of different fish species, limnological sampling, and spawning activities and may involve data compilation. This includes loading and unloading boats, nets, and other equipment.
Assist with habitat enhancement.
Equipment, building and gear maintenance to be used by biologist (includes net repair).
Creel Clerk Duties
Overnight travel required (vehicles provided). Expenses while away from main work station will be reimbursed per policy (includes hotel and meals).
Individual must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Opportunities are also found with our Development (boat ramps, docks and piers) and National Fish Hatcheries.
As employers, the State of North Dakota and political subdivisions prohibit smoking in all places of state and political subdivision employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.