Conservation Technician jobs in Fairbanks, AK

Conservation Technician maintains the authenticity and overall appearance of art objects. Conducts analysis to determine appropriate method for cleaning and repairing objects. Being a Conservation Technician may require an associate's degree or its equivalent and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Conservation Technician relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Fisheries Technician
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • Job Description

    Position: Fisheries Technician

    Reports to: Kevin Fraley, Fisheries Ecologist

    Position Managed: None

    Location: Fairbanks, Alaska

    Country Program/Sector: Arctic Beringia

    Position Type: Full-time, June 3-August 31, 2024

    Internal liaison: Martin Robards, Arctic Beringia Director; Carrie Haddad, Arctic Beringia Business Manager

    Expected travel: To and from fieldwork locations in Northwest Alaska (2 main 10 day trips) and several multi-day float trips, from the Coldfoot, Alaska area

    Organization Background:
    The Wildlife Conservation Society (“WCS”) is a New York not-for-profit corporation founded by statute in 1895 as the New York Zoological Society. WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through research, science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. That mission is achieved through our global conservation programs (WCS currently oversees a portfolio of more than 500 conservation projects in 65 countries in Asia, Africa, Latin America, and North America, and the oceans between them) and through the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks–the Bronx Zoo; the New York Aquarium; and the Central Park, Queens, and Prospect Park Zoos (the City Zoos)

    Arctic Beringia Program Overview:
    The Arctic Beringia region hosts vast intact tundra landscapes and seascapes with robust assemblages of free-ranging native species such as walrus and caribou, supports vibrant mixed economies for indigenous communities, and is valued by diverse stakeholders across the globe. We use the best available science and indigenous knowledge, along with expertise in trans-boundary policy, to work with diverse communities, indigenous groups, agencies and other partners to understand and protect wild places and wildlife, including their role in local food security.
    WCS Arctic Beringia is now seeking an experienced individual with a background in fisheries fieldwork and research to assist in implementation of fisheries fieldwork in Western Alaska.

    Job Summary:
    During the months of June, July and August of 2024, the technician will assist with field research supporting the study of fish ecology in lagoon ecosystems of Northwest Alaska (near Kotzebue) and freshwater rivers of the south side of the Brooks Range. Arctic lagoons represent important habitat for a diversity of fish species and sustain a vital subsistence fishery for coastal villages. Despite their ecological and cultural importance, very little research has been conducted on the fish communities in western Arctic lagoons. The technician will contribute to research which investigates key ecological features of fish communities in Arctic lagoons including: 1) seasonal fish community composition, 2) abundance and ecology of basal prey taxa, and possibly 3) fish movements and life history. Additionally, the technician will assist with fieldwork assessing heavy metal contaminant loads in subsistence and sport fishes in south-side rivers of the Brooks Range.

    The crew (crew leader, one technician, and possibly one other WCS or NPS employee) will stay in tents when conducting two ~12-day fieldwork stints in Northwest Alaska and several 3-6-day float trips in the Brooks Range. Field conditions will be wet, cold, windy, and very buggy. Field locations are extremely remote and crew members will not have access to amenities locally. When not in the field, the technician will be based at the WCS office in downtown Fairbanks. Successful applicants will be required to secure their own housing between field deployments in Fairbanks, Alaska.

    Major Responsibilities:
    Organize, prepare, test, and help move gear in advance of field deployment.
    Perform field data collection including water quality parameters, fish ecology, benthic tow samples.
    Fish community sampling methods will include fyke nets, gill nets, beach seines, minnow trapping, kick netting, angling, and possibly electrofishing.
    Operate field equipment including small motor vessels, all-terrain vehicles, sonde multiparameter probe, zooplankton sampling equipment.
    Various office, lab, field, and outreach tasks in Fairbanks outside of remote fieldwork deployments.
    Organize, conduct maintenance, repair, and help move gear after fieldwork deployment.
    Applicants must be able to consistently exercise discretion and judgment and make decisions while working independently. Applicants must be enthusiastic, in excellent physical condition and willing to work for long hours in difficult field conditions. Applicants must be comfortable working in bear country. The ability to work independently and follow all safety protocols is vital.

    Qualification Requirements

    Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
    Knowledge in marine and diadromous fish identification
    Ability to work in remote field setting with small crew for 5-12 days at a time.
    Ability to lift heavy objects and put in long, physical days of work.
    Knowledge and skills for implementing various fisheries techniques.
    Data management skills
    Ability to fly in small aircraft and travel by all-terrain vehicle and light motor vessel.
    Experience working with Alaska Native or other Indigenous communities.

    Minimum Requirements:
    2 years of post-secondary education in fisheries, ecology, or natural resources
    Familiarity with the aquatic fauna of Arctic Alaska

    Application Process:
    Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications should apply via the link below by February 29, 2024.

    WCS is an equal opportunity employer, and the organization complies with all employment and labor laws and regulations that prohibit discrimination in hiring and ensures that candidates from all backgrounds are fairly and consistently considered during the recruitment process. We are dedicated to hiring and engaging a diverse workforce. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment and look for future team members who share that same value. The organization provides equal employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. The organization does not discriminate for employment based on gender, race/ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, genetic information or any other covered status or characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

    It is everyone’s responsibility to ensure that we do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based upon a person’s membership in one of these protected categories in areas such as recruitment, selection, job assignment, supervision, training, promotions, job grading, transfers, termination, compensation, benefits, educational opportunities, WCS sponsored recreational activities and facilities.

    Note that the salary offer will reflect the selected candidate’s individual experiences, skills and qualifications, internal equity, work location and country of work.

    Salary Range

    $22-$26
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ARCTIC ALASKA (PRUDHOE BAY) SEA DUCK TECHNICIAN
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • Prudhoe Bay, AK FULL_TIME
  • Job Description Reports to: Kayla Shively, WCS Conservation Ecologist Location: Prudhoe Bay, Alaska Country Program/Sector: Arctic Beringia Position Type: Full-Time Temporary Internal liaison: WCS Arc...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Stream Restoration Implementation and Effectiveness Monitoring Members
  • American Conservation Experience - EPIC
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with Bureau of Land Management, is seeking Two Members to contribute to an Aquatic Resource Monitoring and Restoration ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Database Designer
  • Wildlife Conservation Society
  • Fairbanks, AK CONTRACTOR
  • Wildlife Conservation Society is looking for a Database Designer! This is a contract position through December 31, 2024. Project duration is expected to be approximately 8-9 months (finalized by Decem...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Interpretation Intensive Member - Denali National Park and Preserve
  • American Conservation Experience - EPIC
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • Summary American Conservation Experience, a nonprofit Conservation Corps, in partnership with National Park Service is seeking ONE member to contribute to the Interpretation Intensive project alongsid...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Hydrologist
  • US Natural Resources Conservation Service
  • Fairbanks, AK FULL_TIME
  • Duties Responsible for the collection, quality control (QC), data entry, and annual archive of hydrometeorological data within the boundaries of the NRCS Alaska Data Collection Office jurisdiction. Pr...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Cyber Warfare Technician
  • US Navy
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • About Enlisted Sailors in the Navy Cryptology community analyze encrypted electronic communications, jam enemy radar sig...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinic Technician - TVC Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Clinic
  • Foundation Health, LLC
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • Overview: This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care. This positi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Beer Draft Technician
  • Republic National Distributing Company
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • Republic National Distributing Company - Alaska - SUMMARY Join us in the Beer & Wine & Spirits Industry on our Republic ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Insurance Sales Agent
  • Hoiseth Agency
  • Fort Wainwright, AK
  • Compensation: 10K-15K Monthly (Uncapped) Schedule: Employee's choice Location: Work from Home!!! Work/Life Balance How a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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DPI - Merchandiser- Fairbanks AK
  • KeHE Distributors, LLC
  • Fort Wainwright, AK
  • Overview: Good people, working with good people, for our common good. Sound good? If you're enthusiastic about working i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Constructive Systems Administrator
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Fort Wainwright, AK
  • At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Constructive Systems Administrator- J Multi-Functional Simulations Analyst ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinic Technician - TVC Family Medicine Outpatient Clinic
  • Foundation Health, LLC
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • Overview: This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care. This positi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Plant Manager
  • Per Sé Group
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • Summary: Per Se is currently seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a long-term opportunity with our client based out ...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fairbanks (Tanana: Tanan) is a home rule city and the borough seat of the Fairbanks North Star Borough in the U.S. state of Alaska. Fairbanks is the largest city in the Interior region of Alaska. 2016 estimates put the population of the city proper at 32,751, and the population of the Fairbanks North Star Borough at 97,121, making it the second most populous metropolitan area in Alaska (after Anchorage). The Metropolitan Statistical Area encompasses all of the Fairbanks North Star Borough and is the northernmost Metropolitan Statistical Area in the United States, located 196 driving miles (or ...
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Income Estimation for Conservation Technician jobs
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Fairbanks, Alaska area prices
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