The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in biology, zoology, botany, or a related field.

OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES CHIEF.

A bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental science or a related field plus one year of experience in a related field

OR

A master’s degree in wildlife biology, conservation biology, natural resources, environmental science or a related field

• Knowledge of the principles of biology, ecology, and related environmental sciences
• Knowledge of game and fish management programs including propagation, cultivation, and harvesting techniques
• Knowledge of game and fish laboratory and field survey equipment, techniques, and procedures
• Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of subordinate.
• Ability to make public presentations and conduct hunter safety classes
• Ability to plan work unit objectives and operational activities and to assign and direct the work of subordinate supervisors
• Ability to conduct scientific game and fish surveys and studies

• Knowledge of wildlife management principles and techniques
• Knowledge of laboratory and field survey equipment, techniques, and procedures
• Ability to develop and implement wildlife research, monitoring or management projects
• Ability to operate equipment necessary for completing habitat project such as boats, ATVs, tractors and implements.
• Ability to acquire a non-commercial pesticide applicator license within 1 year
• Class A CDL may be required based on job duties assigned

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) Biologist I is responsible for supervising a wildlife or fisheries management area.  This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Coordinates and participates in conducting biological surveys and studies of fish and wildlife to determine population growth, propagation rates, and the effect of environmental and human conditions on particular species

Participates in developing wildlife management area recommendations and the development of the five-year plan for future Game and Fish activities and acquisitions

Approves billings and project expenditures and assists the supervisor in preparing the district budget  

Conducts hunter safety classes or public meetings on new and proposed rules and regulations

Writes news releases on activities in the district   

       Performs other duties as assigned

• Development and oversight of Wildlife Management Area (WMA) budgets related to management, maintenance and operational activities within the region
• Coordinates and leads habitat and wildlife management planning activities on multiple WMAs within the region
• Supervises Biological Technicians, part-time employees, etc., conducting daily work activities on assigned WMAs within the region
• Performs routine administrative duties required to comply with program, division and agency standards
• Works cooperatively with a diverse group of conservation partners including state and federal agencies and non-governmental organizations
• Conducts and organizes wildlife research and survey activities
• Conducts and assists with regional trapping efforts of feral hogs on both public and private lands within the region
• Monitors and conducts boundary line marking on WMAs in area of responsibility
• Performs prescribed fire management operations that require physical fitness standards as per the Prescribed Fire Planning and Implementation policy
• Coordinates and participates in conducting biological surveys
• Participates in developing WMA budgets, contracts/job specifications, and approves bills/invoices and project expenditures

Must possess a valid Arkansas driver’s license

• Frequent in-state travel and field work with exposure to inclement weather 
• Occasional exposure to hunters and dangerous animals 

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