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Idaho Fish and Game

Fisheries Biological Aide

    • Eagle Wildlife/Fisheries Health Labs
    Application Period: -
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: $15.00 per hour (non-benefited)
    Employment Dates: to

About the position

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Eagle Fish Health Laboratory is seeking a Biological Aide located in Eagle, Idaho. This is a full-time, three month, non-benefited temporary position starting March 3rd and ending May 23rd, and is expected to work up to 40 hours per week.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible.

Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.

General Information
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Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
• Some knowledge of biology, zoology, botany, conservation biology or closely related field
• Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish and wildlife species
• Experience recording data
Responsibilities
Primary responsibilities for this position include the processing of fish tissue samples for pathogen testing in the laboratory. This processing will entail operating and maintaining laboratory equipment including centrifuges, autoclaves, dishwashers, balances, and pipettes; washing/sterilizing glassware; preparing reagents and media; and other laboratory duties as assigned. Incumbent may also assist with sample collection from Steelhead during spawning, requiring some travel including overnight.

How To Apply

  1. Complete the IDFG Application For Temporary Employment form, located at:

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

  1. Email (preferred) or mail the IDFG Application For Temporary Employment form, cover letter, resume (including three professional or academic references) to:

David Burbank

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

Eagle Fish Health Laboratory

1800 Trout Rd. 

Eagle, Idaho 83616

Phone: (208)939-2413

Email: david.burbank@idfg.idaho.gov

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

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

URL: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2325308

Contact: David Burbank
Email: david.burbank@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: (208)939-2413