Fisheries Biologist 1

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Fisheries Biologist 1

Salary

$51,971.00 - $79,062.00 Annually

Location

Erie County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-48268-14750

Department

Fish & Boat Commission

Division

FB Un City Spcs Rcvry Unt

Opening Date

04/29/2026

Closing Date

5/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

14750

Position Number

50655133

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00223321

Bureau / Division

Fish and Boat Union City Species Recovery Unit

Worksite Address

9450 Route 6

City

Union City, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

16438

Contact Name

Scott Hobbie

Contact Email

shobbie@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is seeking a skilled and passionate Fisheries Biologist 1 to join our team in managing, conserving, and enhancing aquatic resources in the Ohio River and Lake Erie basins in Pennsylvania.  This role involves propagation, fieldwork, laboratory analysis, data management, and collaboration with other agencies and the public to ensure the conservation and recovery of federal/state threatened, endangered and Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SCGN).  You will work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, applying science-based solutions to improve nongame conservation and restoration.  Apply today to become a driving force in the protection and restoration of aquatic life in Pennsylvania!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The primary responsibilities of the Fisheries Biologist 1 (FB1) are to assist the Union City Species Recovery Unit Leader with the implementation of recovery actions identified in PFBC Species Action Plans.  This is accomplished through the propagation of state threatened, endangered, and SGCN, and the provision of support to the PFBC Natural Diversity Section.  Additionally, the FB1 supports the collection of brood stock and conducts monitoring surveys to evaluate the recovery of rare species in Pennsylvania. The position assists with environmental reviews for rare, threatened, and endangered species, including initial assessments, recommendations, field evaluations, and habitat or presence surveys. The FB1 provides technical support to the Natural Diversity Section, including assistance with permitting programs; conducts public outreach through written and verbal communication, presentations, and similar activities; serves on ad hoc and formal committees related to nongame species propagation; and responds to emergency alarms or calls as appropriate.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:Full-time employmentWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.Rotating weekend and holiday schedules requiredTelework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Union City. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communicatio