Fisheries Technician Positions: Idaho

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Agency

Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit

Location

Idaho

Job Category

Temporary/Seasonal Positions

Salary

$12.00/hr

Start Date

05/13/2022

Last Date to Apply

02/28/2022

Description

The Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit (University of Idaho) is seeking to fill five fisheries technician positions in support of three graduate student projects focused on freshwater fisheries research and management in Idaho. Four of the positions will assist research on Bull Trout in montane streams across Idaho. Field duties will include backpack electrofishing, collecting ageing structures, and aquatic habitat surveys. All fieldwork will involve extensive hiking with weighted packs in backcountry terrain. Technicians will live and work out of remote field camps across Idaho for the duration of the position. Employment dates are flexible, but will generally extend from late May to August or early September 2022. One position will assist research on White Sturgeon in the middle Snake River. Field duties will include the use of angling, set lines, and gill nets to sample White Sturgeon. All fieldwork will be conducted from jet boats on a large river system. Technicians will live and work out of remote field camps. Employment dates are flexible, but will generally extend from May to August or early September 2022. All positions offer extensive opportunities to gain experience in fisheries and aquatic sciences and interact with fisheries professionals. All positions are full-time (40 hours per week). Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, transcripts, and the contact information for three references to Nick Voss at [email protected]. Please use an email header that begins with your last name, followed by “application: fisheries technician positions” when emailing application materials. The application period is open until positions are filled.

Qualifications

Candidates must enjoy working and living outdoors and express an interest in natural resources. Ideal candidates have a strong work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills. All applicants must have a valid driver’s license.

Contact Person

[email protected]

Contact eMail

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