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Fisheries Technicians Snake and Salmon River Mainstem Smolt Traps (3 Positions)

Location: Lewiston, Idaho

Application Period: 11/26/2024 Open until filled

Employment Type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time

Compensation: \$17.32 per hour, non-benefitted

Employment Dates: 2/19/2025 to early 6/7/2025 (Tentative)

About the position

The Clearwater Region is seeking three temporary Fisheries Technicians (non-benefited) to operate mainstem fish traps as part of the Comparative Survival Study in the Snake and Salmon River Basins.

General Information:

The employee will be a member of a crew conducting trapping operations in the Snake and Salmon River Basins to evaluate the effects of hydropower operations on juvenile salmon and steelhead survival.

Applicants must be flexible on their schedule depending on project needs, stream conditions, weather, and other factors. Some incumbents will be stationed remotely in White Bird, Idaho during their shifts. All food, equipment, and camping gear (except for sleeping bag) are supplied by IDFG during remote work shifts. Housing is not provided during days off.

Incumbents must be able to work in adverse weather for up to 8 hours per day, and lift/carry up to 50-60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities:

Operate and maintain large fish traps under variable conditions. The technicians are expected to handle, PIT-tag and collect biological information from juvenile salmonids, along with maintaining field equipment and managing data. Other duties include operating winches, chainsaws, and power tools.

Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicants have a B.S. degree in fisheries or related field, or the equivalent from job experience and training. Individuals with experience operating traps, PIT tagging, collecting and organizing/managing biological data will be given preference. Preference will also be given to individuals with experience in the use of chainsaws and other power tools and whitewater safety. Demonstration of good computer and data management skills are required. Applicants must be 18 years of age and possess a valid drivers license.

How to Apply:

1. Complete an IDFG application for temporary employment (<https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary>).

2. Submit a cover letter, resume, three professional or academic references, and a completed IDFG application for temporary employment (preferably by email) to:

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

Attn: Nolan Smith

3316 16th Street

Lewiston, ID 83501

<nolan.smith@idfg.idaho.gov>

208-750-4235

3. Applicants must register with Idaho Department of Labor (Reference Job Number 2298528 at https://labor.idaho.gov)

Additional Comments:

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