Temporary Conservation Biologist II Education Program, Fisheries Division

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $17.893 Job Posting: JR2026-00022042 Temporary Conservation Biologist II

Education:

Program, Fisheries Division (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job

Description:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled DATES OF EMPLOYMENT: March 23, 2026 to November 25, 2026 preferred, but flexible

JOB DUTIES:

• Assist Fisheries Division

Education:

staff with the operation of

Education:

Programs included in the events of Family Fishing, Outdoor Discovery, EXPOs, and Schramm

Education:

Center. Fisheries Management activities including field collection of fish community data and aquatic habitat assessment from reservoirs and lakes. This position will be required to travel independently statewide to accomplish the above duties.

Education:

Program duties include delivery of public presentations to a diverse audience, particularly children, but will include adults and professional and civic organizations. Fish community sampling techniques include boat electrofishing, trap nets, gill nets and seines. This position will also be expected to assist with equipment maintenance, and other related

responsibilities:

as assigned.

Requirements:

/

Qualifications:

Minimum

Qualifications:

1 year

experience:

OR 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology, and/or agriculture. Other: Drivers license required.

KNOWLEDGE,:

SKILLS:

, & ABILITIES: General knowledge of fisheries management techniques and aquatic ecology. Good communication and public speaking

skills:

; ability to maintain simple records; ability to operate hand and power tools; ability to operate a pickup with trailer as well as a motorboat. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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Benefits:

We offer:

a comprehensive package of pay,

benefits:

, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total

compensation:

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benefits:

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benefits:

Equal

Opportunity:

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