Research Data Technician - Fisheries

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Fishery Research Data Technician to serve as part of the Magic Valley Region fisheries management crew. This position will be located at our Magic Valley Regional Office located in Jerome, Idaho. This is a 5-month temporary position and is expected to work up to 40-50 hours per week. 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.


General Information


This position will require the incumbent to travel to remote locations for data collection activities; require the physical ability to walk and backpack for several hours over rugged terrain and along waterways; stand and work in cold water for up to eight-hours per shift; ride horses in rugged terrain; hitch and pull trailers; lift and carry up to 60+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; and work in extreme weather conditions. The incumbent will be required to operate motorized equipment including ATVs, boats, and fleet vehicles. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Overnight in-state travel will be required.

Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Must 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
Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species
Experience recording data
Experience operating ATVs, boats, trailers, trucks, and/or UTVs

Responsibilities


Incumbents will generally work under direct or indirect supervision and perform tasks following established guidelines or procedures. Incumbents will conduct fish population surveys on streams, lakes, and reservoirs; assist with habitat improvement projects; conduct creel survey interviews; prepare, repair, and gather equipment for surveys; record data ; enter data into databases; prepare fish aging structures for lab analysis; complete basic data analysis; and complete other duties as assigned.

How To Apply

1. Applicants must first register with Idaho Department of Labor at .
2. Complete an IDFG application for temporary employment, located at
3. Email the IDFG Application for Temporary Employment form, cover letter, resume, and three references to:

Braden Lensing


Idaho Department of Fish and Game


324 S 417 E


Jerome, ID 83338


View email address on click.appcast.io


View phone number on click.appcast.io


EEO/Veteran's Preference.


If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.


URL:


Contact: Braden Lensing
Email: View email address on click.appcast.io
Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io


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


URL:


Contact: Braden Lensing
Email: View email address on click.appcast.io
Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io