Agency/Location:  Indiana Dept. of Natural Resources, Sugar Ridge Fish and Wildlife Area, 2310 E. State Road 364, Winslow, IN 47598

      Responsibilities:  Assist Big Rivers Biologist in management and research of Indiana's interjurisdictional and large river resources.  Specialized knowledge of biological principals, ecological variables, and life histories of aquatic communities including fish, plants, and invertebrates.  Specialized knowledge of limnology, ichthyology, fisheries management, and aquatic resource management.  Ability to serve as a project leader on specific species projects such as blue catfish and shovelnose sturgeon.  Conducts or assists in conducting scientific evaluations of fisheries resources.  Ability to work independently with limited supervision and coordinate responsibilities and schedules with a supervisor located at a remote location.  Responsible for developing budgets, project planning, safety, equipment repair and maintenance.  Coordinate schedule to assist with field collections of fish using various types of sampling gear.  Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, on tasks and accomplishments.

      Qualifications:  Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries biology or related field and must hold a valid driver’s license.

      Salary:  $30,082.00

      Closing Date:  7/26/08

      Contact:  Apply online at: www.in.gov/jobs.  AFS Member # 002050 A LIFE-Tom Stefanavage.  If you have questions, call Tom Stefanavage at (812) 789-2724.