Fisheries Biological Aide (3-month, non-benefited)

The Salmon Region is seeking 10 Fisheries Bioaides (non-benefited) spread across four different programs: Lemhi River Intensively Monitored Watershed (3), Screen Program Fisheries Evaluation (3), Wild Salmon and Steelhead Monitoring (3), and Resident Fisheries Management (1). Job responsibilities will be to assist in a variety of duties such as but not limited to fish population surveys on streams, lakes and reservoirs; habitat improvement projects; habitat characterization; creel survey interviews; sample equipment preparation and maintenance; data collection; data entry; collection of biological fish samples (fin clips, otoliths, etc.); and preparation of fish aging structures. Work schedules vary depending on program but follow one of two models: (1) Eight days on duty (10-hr work days) followed by six days off duty, or (2) five days on duty (generally Mon-Fri) and two days off duty depending on project needs, stream conditions, and weather. Positions require front- and backcountry camping while on assignment. All food, equipment, and camping gear (except for sleeping bag) are supplied by IDFG during work shifts. Housing will not be provided during days off.

Note: Housing is not provided. This is a non-benefited position. Hiring and employment dates flexible, with opportunity to stay past 3 months based on availability but position will not exceed 5 months.

Supplemental Information: 

Positions require travel to remote locations for data collection and maintenance activities; require the physical ability to walk and backpack for several hours over rugged terrain and along water ways; stand and work in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; work under water using snorkel equipment; hitch and pull trailers; lift and carry up to 60+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; work in extreme weather conditions, and operate motorized equipment including ATVs, boats, and/or UTVs. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Frequent (overnight) in-state travel is required. Incumbents working on habitat projects may be working with herbicides and pesticides.