GIS Analyst ; PCN

This position is open to Alaska Residents only. Please check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

Do you like maps and map making?

Are you task orientated?

Are you comfortable working on your own?

Are you comfortable working in a geospatial environment?

Do you want to go places without leaving the office?

Do you enjoy collaborating with others to find solutions to complex and multi‑faceted mapping issues?

If you answered "yes" then this may be the job for you!

The Alaska Department of Fish and Game, Division of Sport Fish – RTS is recruiting for a permanent, full‑time Geographic Information System (GIS) Analyst 2 located in Anchorage, Alaska!

As a GIS Analyst, under general supervision, your primary responsibility will be the annual revision to the Alaska Department of Fish & Game’s (ADF&G) Anadromous Waters Catalog (AWC), a geodatabase that identifies water bodies important for the spawning, rearing and migration of anadromous fishes. You will review and process hundreds of nominations annually, perform spatial edits, update metadata, and produce digital maps and data layers for statewide use.

In addition, you will provide GIS support through mapping services, data analysis and technical assistance to staff throughout the division and department.

The Division of Sport Fish is dedicated to protecting, maintaining and improving Alaska’s fisheries resources. The Anadromous Fish Act directs the Department to specify water bodies important for the spawning, rearing and migration of anadromous fish. By maintaining the Anadromous Waters Catalog, this position ensures accurate identification and legal recognition of these important habitats, thereby supporting habitat conservation during development activities.

Our division values scientific integrity, stewardship, innovation, collaboration, public service and accountability. The GIS Analyst’s work is vital to upholding these values and enabling data‑driven decision‑making to sustain fisheries across the state.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverse and inclusive workforce where safety and well‑being are paramount, and employees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued, treated equitably and respected.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game has a long history at the forefront of using spatial data in innovative ways to manage and study fish and wildlife. As part of our team, you will support the Anadromous Waters Catalog (AWC), a large and complex statewide dataset and online mapping application that is regularly accessed by department staff, natural resource professionals and the public.

You will work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values technical expertise, encourages professional growth and offers opportunities for continued training and career development. Other benefits include a flexible schedule and the opportunity to engage in meaningful work that directly impacts Alaska’s fisheries conservation.

The position is based out of the Anchorage Fish & Game Office on Raspberry Road. The work environment is task‑oriented with a manageable pace that supports high‑quality, focused productivity. Some primary duties occur on a yearly schedule with deadlines. The work schedule can be flexible and you will be part of a small collaborative team, occasionally working closely with other staff to develop solutions to a variety of tasks and projects.

If participating in field work, the position requires that you possess and utilize firearms. Prior to entering the field, the successful applicant will be required to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications and participate in ADF&G Wildlife and Firearm safety classes.

Work may involve exposure to animals, insects and inclement weather, low‑level flying in planes and helicopters, travel by boat or skiff, or contact with drugs and chemicals. Housing may consist of bunkhouses, vessels or wall tents and may require shared rooms with other field crew members.

• Geospatial Science: Knowledge of concepts, principles,…