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Idaho Fish and Game

Salmon Region - Fisheries Technician (Harvest Monitoring)

    • Salmon Regional Office
    Until Filled
    Employment type: Temporary/Seasonal/Part Time
    Salary: $18.61 per hour, plus benefits

About the position

The Salmon Region is seeking one (1), Fishery Technician (benefited) to assist with monitoring anadromous fisheries on the Upper Salmon River (2-3 weeks on the lower Salmon River in May/early June will also be required if a salmon fishery is opened in that area). The Upper Salmon River is a unique area surrounded by public land that provides recreational opportunities including hunting, fishing, biking, hiking, and whitewater rafting.

Dates Needed and Schedule:

Employment start and end times are flexible but in general the position will run from March 2026, through November 2026; in between steelhead and salmon fisheries, the incumbent would have the option to work part-time (<30 hrs per week) for approximately four to six weeks to allow the position to extend into mid-November. This part-time work could occur during the months of May, August, or September.

The incumbent will average 36-40 hours per week but must be willing to accommodate a flexible schedule. Workdays and shifts during salmon and steelhead fisheries will vary depending on season-specific needs. In between fisheries, work hours will be from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. During steelhead and salmon fisheries, weekend work and extended, overnight stays in Stanley, ID will be required. Food and lodging (cabin/hatchery dorm/camp trailers/tents) are provided when working out of Stanley. Housing is not provided in Salmon, ID.

Incumbents must be able to stand for long periods of time, hike over rough and rugged terrain, safely drive on variable road conditions for multiple hours per shift, and work in adverse weather conditions with or without reasonable accommodations.  

Please call if you have questions about the position.

General Information
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.

What We Offer (benefits):
· Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance · Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
· Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start
· Eleven paid holidays in a year
· Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
· Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans · Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans · Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply) · Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges · State and Department Wellness Programs
· Ongoing training opportunities
Qualifications
Applicants must be able to interact with the public in a professional and positive manner, work independently and as part of a team, drive for long periods of time under variable road conditions, and follow set protocols while accurately collecting and entering data. Applicants should be self-motivated, detail oriented, and safety conscious. Experience with Microsoft Office programs, mapping software, GPS, fishing techniques, and vehicle maintenance is a plus.

It is preferred that applicants have a Bachelor's degree in fisheries, biology or another related field; or equivalent training and work experience. Candidates with course work, and/or previous experience will be given preference. Must possess a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for data collection, supervising temporary employees in the field, and equipment/vehicle maintenance during steelhead and salmon fisheries on the Upper Salmon River. Additionally, the incumbent will assist with employee training. In between fisheries, the incumbent will assist with season planning (hiring/scheduling/training), creating fishery summary reports, downloading/installing water temperature data loggers, and assisting other regional projects with population and spawning ground surveys. This position typically allows for a diverse fisheries work experience in the Salmon Region. Past employees have assisted with screw traps, high mountain lake surveys, river (raft) and tributary (backpack) electrofishing surveys, hatchery spawning, habitat projects, and spawning ground surveys.

How To Apply

  1. Applicants must first register with Idaho Department of Labor (reference job number 2497150 at https://labor.idaho.gov)

    2. Complete the IDFG Application For Temporary Employment form, located at: https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary 

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

        Brent Beller

        Idaho Department of Fish and Game

        99 HWY 93 N.

        Salmon, ID 83467

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: Brent Beller
Email: brent.beller@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: (208) 756-2271