GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking a Regional Fisheries Supervisor in Pinedale, WY. The purpose of this position is to conserve and enhance the aquatic resources of Wyoming. The position supervises a Regional Fishery Management team charged with providing and protecting diverse, quality fisheries resources and angling opportunities in balance with the productive capacity of habitats and public desires. The team consists of two Regional Fisheries Biologists and multiple temporary biologist technicians and AIS watercraft inspectors.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457(b) plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott/ dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov 
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
 

• Responsibility for implementation of the Department's aquatic wildlife management and protection programs in
  the Upper Green and Lower Bear River drainages of Wyoming.
• Develops and implements strategies to maintain or expand fish populations and fishing opportunities.
• Utilizes fish stocking, regulations, public outreach, and habitat management to accomplish Department objectives
  based on sound science and public desires.
• Oversees AIS program operations within the Pinedale Region in cooperation with the AIS Coordinator.
• Directly supervises permanent and temporary employees in all aspects of jobs, including training, enforcement
  of Department policies and procedures, scheduling, data handling and analysis, equipment operation and
  maintenance, and preparation of reports and presentations.
• Builds and maintains relationships with customers.
• Serves as the primary regional contact for all aquatic wildlife issues in the region.
• Answers questions related to most aspects of Department operation, including policy, regulation, and aquatic
  wildlife management.
• Supervises the preparation and administration of annual and monthly work scheduling, preparation of annual
  progress reports, and the preparation and editing of administrative reports, publications, and presentations.
• Communicates and coordinates with other Department employees as needed to effectively accomplish Department objectives, including fish staff, AIS coordinator, fish culture, aquatic habitat management,
  enforcement, regional leadership team, regional office management, fiscal, information technology, information
  and education, and services personnel.
• Develops annual regional aquatic wildlife operational budget and has primary oversight of crew budget.
• Collaborates with state and federal land and water management agencies, tribes, and private landowners on
  issues related to aquatic wildlife management.
• Serves as regional representative or liaison for various interagency teams and working groups.
• Provides written comments on activities that may negatively impact aquatic resources and suggests alternatives or
  mitigating actions.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preferences may be given to those with a Master's of Science degree, plus 5 years of field experience.

**Must have a valid driver's license.
 
KNOWLEDGE:

• Skill in oral and written communication with the public and other professionals.
• Leadership skills for supervising and coordinating the work of independent professionals.
• Skill in supervising, reviewing, and editing the work and recommendations of subordinate biologists and
  specialists, reviewing scientific literature, and making resource management decisions based on sound scientific
  data and interpretation.
• Ability to lead complex studies of aquatic resources of the State and make decisions on reported results and
  recommendations.
• Knowledge of AIS threats, prevention, and best practices.
• Knowledge of major principles and concepts of fishery management, fishery science, fish taxonomy, public resource management, and natural resource protection.
• Knowledge of State and Department policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulations.
• Knowledge of activities necessary to maintain equipment and operate safely in remote environments (mechanics, electricity, first aid/CPR, wilderness survival skills) in hazardous conditions (working in water, wilderness, extremes of weather, using boats and electricity).
• Ability to prepare and administer an annual operating budget and oversee the expenditures by others.
• Ability to accurately convey complex scientific principles to the public for effective management of a valuable natural resource.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
Education:Bachelor's Degree (typically in Wildlife Management) Experience:1-3 years progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:CDL may be required OR Education & Experience Substitution:4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in Wildlife Management) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:CDL may be required
Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Ability to physically perform all tasks under demanding environmental conditions (such as operating in a boat pulling heavy wet nets in rough water during snowstorms or carrying a heavy backpack of electroshocking equipment while wading streams and negotiating rough terrain).

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Applicants should attach a resume and cover letter to their application.  The cover letter should clearly identify which position(s) the applicant is interested in being considered for.

Supplemental Information

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm
 
The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
 
Class Specifications are subject to change; please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.