Senior Wildlife Technician (winter recreation)

Idaho Department of Fish and Game is hiring a crew leader to lead 2 field technicians to assist with a study on the effects of winter recreation on behavior and fitness of mule deer and elk. Technicians will be expected to operate snowmobiles and ATVs on and off groomed trails and hike and snowshoe in excess of 5 miles per day under all winter conditions. Technicians will also record behavioral observations for deer and elk and take snow depth and density measurements throughout the day. Other duties will include maintaining vehicles and equipment and assisting with recapture and data collection from study animals. In addition to these responsibilities, the Senior Technician will coordinate daily schedules for the crew, ensure equipment is properly maintained, and regularly communicate with Research and Regional Biologists and the graduate student. Finally, the selected candidate will be expected to learn and conduct field necropsies on collared ungulates. Opportunities to assist with various projects across the state will be likely during spring and summer months.

Housing and food will be provided while working in the field. Some travel to the Idaho Falls study site and other regions across the state will be expected.