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Idaho Fish and Game

Fisheries Technician

    • Clearwater Regional Office
    Application Period: -
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: $16.56
    Employment Dates: to

About the position

We are seeking multiple technicians to monitor spring Chinook Salmon sport fisheries on the Clearwater, lower Salmon, and Snake rivers. These are full time (40+ hours/week) non-benefited positions. Monitoring is typically four days per week, two randomly chosen weekdays and both weekend days. Housing (campers) available on a first come basis. Some irregular overnight stays may be required (tent, department camper, or paid hotel lodging).

Start date negotiable.

General Information
The purpose is to monitor Chinook Salmon fisheries to maximize angling opportunity with available resources. Harvest of hatchery Chinook Salmon is monitored by conducting angler counts and angler interviews which are used to expand harvest data and generate weekly harvest estimates.
Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to handle responsibility and work independently. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and good handwriting are required. This position involves contacting and interviewing anglers, good communication skills are required. Course work in a Natural Resource/Biological Science is preferred but not mandatory. Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license.
Responsibilities
With or without reasonable accommodations, incumbent must be able to perform angler surveys to collect effort and catch data, sample harvested fish, and drive multiple hours continuously. Incumbents must be able to work under adverse weather conditions, traverse steep uneven ground, and lift and carry/pack up to 50 lbs. for short distances.

How To Apply

 

1. Complete an IDFG application for temporary employment (see link below)

2. Submit your completed application, cover letter, resume, and three professional or academic references via email to: Don Whitney donald.whitney@idfg.idaho.gov

https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary

 

EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.

URL: https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary

Contact: Don Whitney Don Whitney
Email: donald.whitney@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-750-4222