idfg-badge

Idaho Fish and Game

Fisheries Technician

    • McArthur Lake WMA
    Application Period: -
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: 17.32 per hour
    Employment Dates: to

About the position

The primary focus of this position will be to collect biological data on Burbot and other native species in the Kootenai basin.  Work will be conducted on the mainstem Kootenai River in both Idaho and southern British Columbia.  Most time will be spent sampling with hoop nets and the remaining time will be spent doing various activities to monitor fish population within the basin. 

General Information
This is a non-benefitted position at 40 hours per week. Various housing options are available for free or reduced rent.
Qualifications
College coursework toward BS degree in Fisheries or Wildlife Biology, or related field is preferred. Applicants should have some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species, operating a motorboat, recording field data, and using programs such as Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel. A valid driver’s license. Although experience diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical problems with outboard motors or generators is not required, it is preferred. Extended travel may be required at times to remote locations for fish sampling operations. The applicant MUST be able to legally enter Canada, meaning that the applicant must not possess felony convictions. Qualification to enter Canada can be found at the link below. This position will involve working in cold, inclement weather conditions for up to 10 hours per shift and possibly lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 60-80 pounds for short distances. Successful applicants need to possess excellent independent decision-making skills as well as close attention to sampling and data details. EEO/veteran’s preference employer.
Responsibilities
Assist with multiple research projects aimed at restoring various fish populations in the Kootenai River in northern Idaho. Primary responsibilities will be winter hoop netting for Burbot in the mainstem Kootenai and tributaries of the Kootenai. Additional responsibilities may include boat electrofishing, maintaining a passive array of sonic telemetry receivers, a remote PIT tag antenna, and various maintenance of sampling equipment. This position requires trailering and operating boats and working outside in inclement weather conditions during the winter months.

How To Apply

Submit a cover letter, resume, completed Application for Temporary Employment form and three professional or academic references by e-mail (preferred) or mail to:

Aaron Black
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
2885 W. Kathleen Ave.
Coeur d’Alene, ID  83815
208.770.3773

aaron.black@idfg.idaho.gov 

Temporary Employment form: 

https://idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/application-temporary.pdf

Applicant MUST register with the Idaho Department of Labor.  This can be done at:

Department of Labor
Bonners Ferry Job Service
6373 Bonner St., Bonners Ferry

Mondays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m
Fridays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tell # 208-696-5316

Or at:

https://idahoworks.gov/job_seeker

 

Comments:
If a qualified applicant is found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date. EEO/Veterans Preference. Phone inquiries regarding the position are encouraged.

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: Aaron Black
Email: aaron.black@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-770-3773