Fisheries Seasonal Technician Temporary Seasonal

Location:

Various areas around the state of North Dakota*

Salary: $13.50 to $18.75 per hour - based on college credits and experience

Closing Date:
January 1, 2027

Status:
Temporary, Seasonal

• Free housing available at all locations. Security deposit required. No pets allowed at any locations.

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Positions are generally 40 hours per week for 3 months (mid-May thru August) but may be up to 11 months depending on need.

Seasonal employees attending a North Dakota college or university may be eligible for a scholarship. Restrictions apply.

• Assist fisheries personnel with reproduction and population test netting, trap and transport of different fish species, limnological sampling and spawning activities. Work may involve creel surveys and data compilation
• loading unloading boats, nets and other equipment
• Assist with habitat enhancement
• Fisheries equipment and gear maintenance (including net repair)
• General maintenance of building and other equipment at District Offices

• Conduct watercraft inspections to prevent ANS introduction
• Educate water users about ANS and the laws and best practices to prevent their spread
• Assist fisheries professionals with ANS early detection surveys

• Construction of related facilities include- boat ramps, parking areas, turnaround areas, roads and placement of required materials
• Operation of a wide variety of heavy equipment which includes - compact track loaders, backhoes, pay loaders, etc. to accomplish program activities
• Signing at water bodies throughout the state
• Maintenance of deteriorated ramps, signs, courtesy docks, fishing piers, etc.
• Operation of power tools and small engine tools
• Maintenance of heavy equipment and small engines
• Fisheries development seasonals will work out of Bismarck and cover the state in construction and renovation of new/old facilities. A typical work week for development crew would consist of working Monday-Wednesday collecting 40 hours and 4-day weekends. Overnight travel may be required (vehicles provided). Expenses while away from main work-station will be reimbursed per policy (includes hotel and meals)

Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds over their head and possess a valid driver's license. Must be at least 18 years old on their start date.

Basic skills/knowledge required for these positions are the ability to work alone with limited supervision, learn to operate equipment with minimal training and the ability to represent the department in a professional manner. Individuals must be capable of working long, irregular hours outdoors, under adverse weather conditions and occasionally overnight.

Preference will be given for:

Applicants enrolled at, or a recent graduate of a college or university majoring in an aquatic biology related field. Students should be in good academic standing with knowledge of basic fish management principles and practices and basic computer skills.

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• Please send a letter of interest indicating that you would like to return for the upcoming season, also indicating where you would prefer to be located.
• Include a copy of your transcripts

• Must complete the online application
• Must upload a cover letter and resume
• Must upload a copy of transcripts

Positions will be available at Williston, Bismarck, Dickinson, Riverdale, Devils Lake and Jamestown district offices and Valley City. Applicants will be asked to specify their preferred locations as well as other locations applicants are willing to work in. Please indicate these…