Aquatic Nuisance Species Technician Temporary

Aquatic Nuisance Species Technician Temporary 7 months

Location:

Bismarck, ND (may also have positions available in Devils Lake and Riverdale).

Salary: $20/hour.

Closing Date:
March 1, 2026.

Status:
Temporary, Seasonal, 7 months (April-October).

Job Duration: 40 hours per week (may exceed). Requires weekend work, on‑call during the summer boating season, overnight travel (vehicles provided). Expenses reimbursed per policy.

• Assist with supervision of summer seasonal watercraft inspectors.
• Perform boat decontaminations of high‑risk and zebra mussel‑fouled watercraft.
• Survey watercraft users and perform boat inspections.
• Educate the public on strategies to prevent the spread of ANS.
• Conduct ANS surveillance surveys.
• Process summer water‑collection samples using microscopy.
• Maintain equipment and gear.
• Work weekends and holidays.
• Travel overnight as required.

Requires a minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree in Fisheries/Wildlife Biology or Management or a closely related natural resource science degree. Applicants graduating in spring 2026 may also be considered.

Preference given to individuals with supervision and leadership experience.

• Applicants must complete the online application.
• Upload resume and letter of interest.
• Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm on the posting’s closing date.

For information about the position or persons needing accommodation, contact Kyle Oxley, ANS Biologist, at 701‑368‑8368. For questions about applying online, contact Melissa Long at malong or recruiter.

The North Dakota Game & Fish Department makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability. The applicant is responsible for notifying any accommodation needs. ND Relay Number: 1‑800‑366‑6888.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provisions of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.