{"id":57269,"date":"2025-12-18T13:47:26","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T21:47:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/?p=57269"},"modified":"2025-12-18T13:47:26","modified_gmt":"2025-12-18T21:47:26","slug":"job-fisheries-technician-8-month-benefitted-idaho-dept-of-fish-and-game-jerome-id","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sites.evergreen.edu\/mesweekly\/job-fisheries-technician-8-month-benefitted-idaho-dept-of-fish-and-game-jerome-id\/","title":{"rendered":"Job: Fisheries Technician (8-month; benefitted, Idaho Dept. of Fish and Game (Jerome, ID)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Idaho Department of Fish and Game<\/p>\n

Jerome, Idaho<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Job Type<\/td>\nTemporary<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Salary<\/td>\n$18.61 per hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Benefits<\/td>\nSee benefits in Job Description<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Deadline<\/td>\nJan 18, 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n
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About the position<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Fishery 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 8-month temporary position and is expected to work up to 40-50 hours per week. Housing is available for the employee only. No pets. Employment Dates: 04\/12\/2026 to 12\/18\/2026.<\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

What We Offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00b7 Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Participation in one of the Nation’s best state retirement systems<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Eleven paid holidays in a year<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plan<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00b7 Group Life Insurance\/Disability Insurance\/Supplemental Life Insurance – state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00b7 Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00b7 Employee Assistance Program – confidential support, information, and resources for all of life’s challenges<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00b7 State and Department Wellness Programs<\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00b7 Ongoing training opportunities<\/p>\n

General Information<\/strong><\/p>\n

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.<\/p>\n

Qualifications<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 High school diploma or equivalent
\u2022 Must be at least 18 years old
\u2022 Must possess a valid driver\u2019s license
\u2022 Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
\u2022 Some knowledge of biology, zoology, botany, conservation biology or closely related field
\u2022 Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species
\u2022 Experience recording data
\u2022 Experience interacting with the public in a professional setting
\u2022 Experience operating ATVs, boats, trailers, trucks, and\/or UTVs
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In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have relevant professional or volunteer-related experience in the natural resources field and previous college coursework in topics related to natural resource sciences. Additional consideration may be given at the time of the interview to candidates who have this experience. Please be sure to include any experience you have in these areas within your application materials.<\/p>\n

Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n

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; and complete other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n

EEO\/Veteran\u2019s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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