Job Opportunity: Aquatic Biologist V

August 14, 2025

Description:

Aquatic Biologist V – Leads the Division’s Protected Species Section. This position will serve as the state lead to engage in activities that preserve, enhance, restore, and increase resiliency for the conservation and long-term management of marine protected species by promoting agency collaboration and stakeholder stewardship while supporting cultural and traditional practices to ensure the long-term viability of Hawaii’s marine ecosystems.

The Aquatic Biologist V will take the lead in our Protected Species Section. This pivotal role within the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR) will involve supervising and developing projects aimed at bolstering the conservation and sustainable management of Hawaiian monk seals, sea turtles, false killer whales, humpback whales, and other marine mammals and protected species. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to offer valuable advice and guidance on aquatic protected species and fisheries interactions. They will also play a key role in providing specialized support for the Division’s local and statewide initiatives, contributing their expertise in marine protected species and fisheries interactions.

Who We Are:
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Aquatic Resources’ (DAR) mission is to work with the people of Hawaii to manage, conserve, and restore the state’s unique aquatic resources and ecosystems for present and future generations. DAR serves as the lead agency in managing marine resource ecosystems in Hawaii.

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Job Opportunity: Aquatic Biologist V