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A Temporary Biologist is a short-term position focused on conducting research, fieldwork, data collection, and analysis related to biological sciences. These roles are often project-based and may involve environmental assessments, wildlife monitoring, or laboratory work. Temporary Biologists are typically hired by government agencies, research institutions, or private companies to support specific studies or seasonal work. The duration of employment varies, ranging from a few weeks to several months. This role is ideal for gaining hands-on experience in biology-related fields.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Biologist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Locum Tenens, 6% Internship, 18% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 12% Nights, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,403 per year, or $43 per hour.

Temporary Conservation Biologist II (Hatcheries) Production Fisheries Division

Son

Parks, NE

$18.30/hr

Other

Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Game & Parks Commission - Agency 33


Location:

Burwell, NE, North Platte, NE, Parks, NE, Royal, NE, Valentine, NE


Hiring Rate:

$18.296


Job Posting:

JR2026-00022043 Temporary Conservation Biologist II (Hatcheries) Production Fisheries Division (Evergreen) (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):


Job Description:

JOB DUTIES: This is a position with the Fisheries Division's Fish Production Section, responsible for implementation of the state's fish production schedule and development and maintenance of the fish production facilities. Duties will be assigned by the supervisors and will include all aspects of fisheries production and management needed to monitor, maintain, and enhance fish populations. These duties will include monitoring of water quality in the production ponds, maintenance of equipment, draining, and harvesting of fish from the ponds, daily feeding operations and transportation and stocking of fish into specific public waters. This position will assist with grounds and equipment maintenance, outdoor education programs, and other related responsibilities as assigned.
Locations include Burwell, Parks, Valentine, Royal, and North Platte


Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 1 year experience OR 1 year coursework/training in fisheries management, natural resources, biology and/or agriculture.


Preferred: Bachelor's degree in wildlife, fisheries, natural resources or biology. Driver's license
required.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: General knowledge of aquatic ecology, fisheriesproduction and management techniques; good communication and public speaking skills; ability tofollow instructions and maintain records; ability to operate hand and power tools. Note: Pleaseindicate all locations for which you wish to be considered in your application.

For more information, contact the respective hatchery location and Fish Production Manager orAssistant Division Administrator, Matthew Perrion 402-937-2102.


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