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Idaho Fish and Game

Fisheries Technician (3) - Kootenai White Sturgeon

    • McArthur Lake WMA
    Until Filled
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: $18.61
    Employment Dates: to

About the position

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking (3) Fishery Technicians to assist in conducting research and monitoring on the Kootenai White Sturgeon population in North Idaho. These positions will be located at our MacArthur Field Station in Naples, Idaho. These are full time (40 hours per week) 5-month, non-benefitted temporary positions expected to start mid-May 2026. Housing is available for the employee only. No pets.

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.

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

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.

General Information
Incumbents may be required to travel to remote locations for fish tagging, trapping, or sampling operations. These positions involve walking several miles over rugged terrain and along stream banks; working on boats and in cold water for up to 10 hours; lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 60 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying up to 80 pounds for short distances; trailering and operating inboard jet boats; and working in extreme weather conditions. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have experience conducting a variety of fisheries sampling techniques, understand basic scientific sampling design, and be able to accurately collect data in adverse conditions. They will also demonstrate a strong work ethic, emotional intelligence, and cooperation within a team setting. Additional consideration may be given at the time of the interview to candidates who have this experience. Please be sure to include within your application any experience you have in these areas.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
• Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species.
• Experience: recording, summarizing, and analyzing scientific data; diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical problems.
• Valid driver's license.
•This position may include occasional travel to Canada, for which a valid passport is required for entry/reentry into both Canada and the U.S., along with other legal requirements for entry/re-entry into Canada and the U.S.

Desired Qualifications:
•Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries or related field, or equivalent experience and training.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities for this position include conducting setline, gillnet, angling, egg mat, and larval surveys for White Sturgeon in the Kootenai River. Managing the collection, cataloguing, and storage of biological samples. In addition, the incumbents will assist with maintaining and downloading acoustic telemetry receivers. The incumbent will assist with the maintenance and operation of field equipment, including large jet boats and trailers, and other duties as assigned.

How To Apply

  1. Applicants must first register with Idaho Department of Labor at https://labor.idaho.gov. Reference Job Number 2477258
  2. Complete an IDFG application for temporary employment, located at http://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary
  3. Mail, drop off, or email (preferred) the IDFG Application for Temporary Employment form, cover letter, resume, and three professional references to: 

 

Troy Smith

Idaho Department of Fish and Game

2885 W Kathleen Ave

Coeur d'Alene, ID 83815

troy.smith@idfg.idaho.gov

(208) 770-3974

 

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: Troy Smith
Email: troy.smith@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-770-3794