Fisheries Biologist II

FISHERIES BIOLOGIST II

DFWRC FISHERIES PROGRAM

(DFWRC–Division of Fish, Wildlife, Recreation and Conservation)

NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT – POLSON, MT

The Fisheries Biologist II is a technical and skilled professional position, responsible for planning, organizing, and carrying out field and office work related to assessing the fisheries of the Flathead Reservation and identifying factors impacting those fisheries.  The successful applicant must have a Master’s of Science degree in Fisheries Biology or related field. Incumbent should have a professional certification, or eligibility for certification, by the American Fisheries Society. Must have experience in program planning and management. Skill required in operation of electrofishing equipment and other standard fishery sampling and collection gear, in operation of boat motors, small gasoline engines and 4x4 vehicles. May require training and certification or licensing in the safe use of SCUBA diving equipment and techniques, electrofishing techniques, the use of piscicides for fish removal and restoration purposes, and the safe operation of a motor boat. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with private landowners, the public and fellow workers through report writing and planning, public forums, and the news media. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required.  FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS. All applicants are required to submit a Tribal Employment Application (Resumes may be submitted but may not replace or supplement the official Tribal Employment Application), copies of relevant academic transcripts and/or certificates, copy of valid driver’s license, proof of Enrollment from a Federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT, and if claiming Veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted. This position is not a (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. The successful applicant, if not already employed by CSKT, must pass pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period.  Salary Range is Negotiable – DOE (Including Benefits: Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement, Long-term Disability, and PTO & Paid Holidays). To apply, contact Personnel at 406/675-2700 Ext. 1040. Tribal Employment Applications are also available online at cskt.org/personnel. This position will close on Monday, November 3, 2025 at 5: 30pm.

CSKT IS A TRIBAL MEMBER PREFERENCE EMPLOYER

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