Salary: $4,191.20 Biweekly
Location : Kodiak, AK
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 51058
Department: Fish & Game
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Opening Date: 08/01/2025
Closing Date: 8/15/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Division: Commercial Fisheries
Position Open To: Department Employees Only
Bargaining Unit: Supervisory
Range: 22
Job Description This position is open to Department Employees only. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Commercial Fisheries is recruiting for a Fish and Game Coordinator located in Kodiak! What you will be doing: The Regional Supervisor position provides an incredible opportunity for those seeking challenging work related to management and research supporting some of the most valuable and diverse fisheries in Alaska. The position supervises a team responsible for research and management supporting groundfish, shellfish, salmon, and herring, fisheries in the Kodiak, Chignik, Alaska Peninsula, and Bering Sea/Aleutian Islands areas. This position requires strong supervisory and administrative skills and ability to manage complex budgets as well as large research vessel and aircraft programs.
Our organization, mission, and culture: The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and wellbeing are paramount and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably, and treated respectfully.
This position contributes to success of the Division of Commercial Fisheries mission by ensuring that fisheries are managed sustainably in the best interest of the people of the State of Alaska.
Benefits of joining our team: The Westward Region fisheries program is comprised of a skilled, highly motivated group that oversees a variety of research and management activities occurring across a vast swath of Alaska. This unique position provides an opportunity to never stop learning in a dynamic, exciting environment. The incumbent would gain valuable experience in a wide variety of fisheries, furthering their ability to teach and learn from others in the group and fostering the development of coworkers.
The working conditions you can expect: This position can be based in the Kodiak Regional Office, located on Near Island in the City of Kodiak. Staff working in the region are located in Kodiak, Chignik, Sand Point, Cold Bay, Port Moller, and Dutch Harbor and the incumbent will have opportunities to visit each of these locations to work directly with ADFG staff and meet with fishery stakeholders. Most of this position's work occurs in the office, but there are opportunities each year to participate in field work.
- Requires regular public speaking.
- Requires occasional travel within Alaska.
Who we are looking for: We are looking for an individual with the following competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities:
- Knowledge and experience in fisheries resource management and stock assessment of various fish species over a wide geographic area.
- Oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make scientific presentations to the Alaska Board of Fisheries, other agencies, fishing industry representatives, and the public.
- Knowledge of and ability to read and interpret fishery statutes and regulations, along with experience in the Alaska Board of Fisheries regulatory process.
- Experience and understanding of administrating and prioritizing the expenditure of large, complex, and diverse budgets. Supervisory and management skills, including work and staffing prioritizing and allocation, training and development of employees, ability to deal with difficult personnel situations, supervising staff in multiple locations, and preparing performance evaluations.
- The ability to mentor staff and contribute to their career development.
To view the general description and example of duties for a Fish and Game Coordinator please go to the following link: Special Note: A valid driver's license is required.
This position may be in possession of, or have access to, firearms/ammunition.
First Aid/CPR. For those not already certified training will be provided by the department at no cost to the employee.
Minimum Qualifications A bachelor's degree from an accredited college in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management;
AND
Seven years of professional experience as a fisheries, wildlife, or habitat biologist that includes at least one year as a program manager or technical expert or two years at an advanced professional level. The program manager or technical expert experience is met by service as a Fisheries Biologist 4, Wildlife Biologist 4, or Habitat Biologist 4 and the advanced professional biologist experience is met by service as a Fisheries Biologist 3, Wildlife Biologist 3, or Habitat Biologist 3 with the State of Alaska or the equivalent elsewhere.
Substitutions:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college that includes or is supplemented by the following credit hours will substitute for the degree in a specific field:
• at least 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management (excluding courses that focus on agricultural husbandry techniques, human population dynamics, or the design and manipulation of landscapes), of which 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) are upper division courses; and
• at least 12 semester hours (16 quarter hours) in any combination of two or more of the following: chemistry, physics, mathematics, statistics, geology, hydrology, or GIS.
A master's degree in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management will substitute for one year of the required professional experience. There is no substitute for the requirement for specific experience as a program manager or technical expert or at an advanced professional level.
A doctorate in biology, a branch of biology, limnology, biometrics, oceanography, forestry, or natural resource management will substitute for three years of the required professional experience. There is no substitute for the requirement for specific experience as a program manager or technical expert or at an advanced professional level.
Special Note: "Upper division courses" means courses that are specialized, in-depth and advanced. Such courses emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking skills, and theoretical applications, with depth and rigor in a discipline's theories and methods; specialization in a particular field or profession; refinement of general education; and/or development of specific intellectual and professional skills. Upper division courses are commonly identified in college catalogs as 300 level and higher.
Additional Required Information REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Please provide at time of application submission: - At the time of application, applicants must supply a professionally formatted cover letter that addresses (a) why they are interested in this position and (b) how their knowledge, skills, abilities, and qualifications relate to this position.
- Transcripts, unofficial copies are acceptable.
If selected, please provide the following at the time of the interview: - If selected for an interview, applicants must provide three professional references.
- A copy of the most recent performance evaluation.
COVER LETTER A cover letter is required for this position and will be used as a writing sample. The cover letter should highlight your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the position-specific competencies listed in the job description. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS For your application to be evaluated you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.
FIREARMS This position requires the use or possession of a firearm or ammunition. In accordance with the federal Omnibus Consolidated Appropriations Act of 1997 (PL 104-208), if you have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, you may not hold this position.
A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is an offense that is (1) a misdemeanor under Federal or state law; and (2) has, as an element, the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by a current or former spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabiting with or has cohabited with the victim as a spouse, parent, or guardian, or by a person similarly situated to a spouse, parent, or guardian of the victim.
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, do NOT apply for this position.
EDUCATION To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence. WORK EXPERIENCE If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
EEO STATEMENT The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
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For applicant password assistance please visit: Contact Information For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager: Forrest R. Bowers Acting Director, Division of Commercial Fisheries 907.465.6139
Careers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefits The following information describes
typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.
For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)
Insurance Benefits - Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
- The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State: See for additional information.
- AVTEC
- Confidential
- Correctional Officers
- Marine Engineers
- Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
- Supervisory
- Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
- Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
- The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
- General Government
- Labor, Trades and Crafts
- Public Safety Employees Association
- Masters, Mates & Pilots
- Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)
Optional Insurance Benefits - Group-based insurance premiums for
- Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
- Long-term and short-term disability
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment
- Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
- Supplemental Survivor Benefits
- Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses
Retirement Benefits - Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
- Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
- Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
- Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
- Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
- Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options
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Paid Leave & Other Benefits - Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
- Twelve (12) paid holidays a year
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Do you have at least 10 years' work experience in Alaska fishery management, with progressively higher levels of responsibility?
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What is the largest number of staff you have directly supervised?
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Have you been responsible for managing budgets of more than $1 million?
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