Fisheries Biologist 3

Are you looking for a professional biology position where you have the opportunity to showcase your dedication, strong work ethic, and passion for fisheries management? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is seeking an ambitious Fisheries Biologist 3 to lead the Huntsdale Species Restoration Unit. As the Unit Leader, you will be responsible for providing leadership and direction for the regional aquatic species restoration program. Help us to protect, conserve, and enhance the angling opportunities and aquatic resources within Pennsylvania!

The Huntsdale Species Recovery Unit Leader oversees, coordinates, and provides technical guidance to advance a regional program to restore, recover, and propagate diadromous fishes, freshwater mussels, non-game fish, amphibians, reptiles, and other aquatic organisms; with focus on American Shad (AMS), threatened and endangered species, and Species of Greatest Conservation Need within these taxonomic groups. Work involves managing and coordinating AMS propagation efforts at the Huntsdale State Fish Hatchery as well as brood stock collections and monitoring surveys to assess recovery of rare species in the Susquehanna River, Potomac River, and Delaware River basins in Pennsylvania. You will have the opportunity to assist the Division Chief with establishing Recovery Unit performance objectives for management actions that are implemented, evaluate the progress to achieve the objectives, and define alternative approaches when objectives are not met.