F&W-2026-10 Principal Biologist - Education

Open to: Program-Wide
Work Week: NL (35-hour Work Week)
Salary: (R25) $ 77,143.55- $ 113,263.75
Opening Date: 6/5/2026
Closing Date: 6/22/2026
Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Fish & Wildlife
Information and Education
220 Blue Anchor Road
Sicklerville, NJ 08081

Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work in the Fish and Wildlife Program and meet the requirements below .

Description
Under the general supervision of a Supervising Biologist, Education or other supervisory
official in the Department of Environmental Protection, plans, organizes, coordinates,
performs, and supervises work relating to the development, presentation, and implementation of various educational and training programs dealing with the biological aspects and management of the State’s fish and wildlife resources and its users; supervises staff and work activities; prepares and signs official performance evaluations for subordinate staff; does other related duties as required.

Specific to the Position
Coordinate NJDEP Fish & Wildlife’s Hunter Education program and supervise associated staff. Oversee the National Archery in the Schools program and Recruitment, Retention and Reactivation hunting and shooting programs. Administer the Hunter Education and Outdoor Heritage Federal Aid grant and provide reports to the US Fish and Wildlife Service. Oversee the safe storage and maintenance of all firearms used for Hunter Education. Teach Hunter Education programs on an as needed basis. Do other related work as required.

Preferred Skill Set
The successful candidate must be knowledgeable in the principles, practices, laws and regulations related to recreational hunting, shooting and trapping in New Jersey; be skilled in the use of hunting equipment and tools to include various firearms and ammunition, and have a working knowledge of the agency's licensing system. Demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, and external organizations and partners from the outdoor recreational com

Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the Biological Sciences, Natural Resource Management, or Environmental Science with a major concentration in Fisheries Science and/or Wildlife Science.

EXPERIENCE:
Three (3) years of experience in fisheries biology, fisheries management, fisheries husbandry, fisheries research, and/or the development of fisheries management programs.

NOTE: A Master's degree in Fisheries Management or a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of experience.

NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
NOTE: Appointees must meet all the legal requirements necessary to be issued a State of New Jersey Firearms Purchasers I.D. card.

Benefits
As a New Jersey State Department, NJDEP offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Paid Benefit Leave
Holiday Pay
Alternative Workweek Program*
Telework*
Pension
Deferred Compensation
Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) and Life Insurance
Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
Commuter Tax Savings Program
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Tuition Reimbursement*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit

Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.

Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form . All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.