NJ Department of Environmental Protection · 1 day ago
F&W-2026-4 Principal Biologist - Fisheries (INTERNAL POSTING)
Port Republic, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expThe NJ Department of Environmental Protection is seeking a Principal Biologist in Fisheries to supervise and coordinate statewide surveys of streams and lakes, as well as fish population management. The role involves developing and implementing programs to engage saltwater recreational anglers and incorporates data into management decisions.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Supervises and coordinates on a state-wide basis surveys of streams and lakes, samplings of fish populations and fish foods, and disease treatment
Generally supervises fish cultural operations and other technical biological work within the fisheries management programs of the state
Supervises staff and work activities
Prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff
Does other related duties as required
Develop, implement, and supervise programs intended to engage saltwater recreational anglers through means such as opinion surveys, citizen science, and educational programs
Incorporate data and stakeholder input into the management process and use it to inform management decisions
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Science with a major concentration in Fisheries Science and/or Wildlife Science
Three (3) years of experience in fisheries biology, fisheries management, fisheries husbandry, fisheries research, and/or the development of fisheries management programs
A Master's degree in Fisheries Management or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience
All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university
All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations
Preferred
Knowledgeable about important NJ saltwater recreational fisheries
Recreational data collection techniques
Survey development
Key recreational management issues
Industry concerns
Knowledge of conducting research on resource users
Ability to supervise the design of seminars, programs, and workshops for those interested in fisheries management
Ability to prepare clear and informative reports containing findings, conclusions, and recommendations
Benefits
Paid Benefit Leave
Holiday Pay
Alternative Workweek Program*
Telework*
Pension
Deferred Compensation
Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Commuter Tax Savings Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement*
Company
NJ Department of Environmental Protection
On America's first official "Earth Day" — April 22, 1970, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection was born.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kimberly Cahall
Chief Enforcement Officer
Vincenzo Ferriola
Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program Coordinator
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