Ahtna Intertribal Resource Commission · 12 hours ago
Stream Habitat Restoration Biologist
Glennallen, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yrThe Ahtna Intertribal Resource Commission (AITRC) is seeking a self-motivated individual to fill the position of Stream Habitat Restoration Biologist, in the Ahtna Territory of southcentral Alaska. The role involves gathering information on fish barriers, conducting fieldwork, and applying for funding to implement restoration projects.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Meet with local Tribes to gather information, record, and analyze data (anadromous fish barriers)
Conduct field surveys of areas of concern by foot, ATV, or boat
Catalog and prioritize potential restoration projects
Apply for funding through grant opportunities to implement restoration projects
Lead temperature monitoring efforts: basin-wide and Gulkana River Temperature Network
Submit progress and financial grant reports to NOAA (the funder of this award) on time
Write technical reports summarizing project findings and communicate results to scientific peers, tribal organizations, various advisory committees, and members of the public
Compiling and analyzing research data and presenting it to multiple audiences, including Tribal entities, scientific groups, the general public, and at regulatory meetings
Qualification
Required
Self-motivated individual
Ability to meet with local Tribes to gather information, record, and analyze data (anadromous fish barriers)
Experience conducting field surveys of areas of concern by foot, ATV, or boat
Skills to catalog and prioritize potential restoration projects
Ability to apply for funding through grant opportunities to implement restoration projects
Experience leading temperature monitoring efforts: basin-wide and Gulkana River Temperature Network
Ability to submit progress and financial grant reports to NOAA (the funder of this award) on time
Strong technical report writing skills summarizing project findings
Ability to communicate results to scientific peers, tribal organizations, various advisory committees, and members of the public
Experience compiling and analyzing research data and presenting it to multiple audiences, including Tribal entities, scientific groups, the general public, and at regulatory meetings
Ecological Knowledge: Understanding of landscape ecology, stream ecology, hydrology, geomorphology, fishery biology, and watershed management
Project Management: Skills in planning or managing restoration projects including methods, protocols, budgeting, and logistics
Grant and Report Writing: Strong grant and report writing skills are essential to this position
Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with environmental regulations and permitting processes related to water quality and habitat restoration
Company
Ahtna Intertribal Resource Commission
AITRC has a priority to study and implement policies that will allow the Ahtna people to prosper on the land.
Founded in 2011
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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