Watershed Restoration Specialist II; HR

Watershed Restoration Specialist II (HR-26-141)
Nez Perce Tribe – Department of Fisheries Resources Management
Location: McCall, Idaho
Closing Date: June 12th, 2026
Starting Wage: $28.64/hour or higher (DOE) |
Grade 19

The Nez Perce Tribe is seeking a motivated and qualified professional to fill a full-time Watershed Restoration Specialist II position. This role offers the opportunity to work with a highly experienced team dedicated to restoring and protecting aquatic ecosystems critical to Endangered Species Act listed fish (Chinook salmon, steelhead and bull trout) recovery.

This position blends office-based technical work during the winter with hands-on field work and project oversite during the snow free months.

• Analyze and summarize watershed data
• Prepare reports and technical documents
• Utilize GIS tools (ArcGIS)
• Develop restoration plans
• Secure environmental compliance for projects
• Monitor and report on project implementation
• Assist with grant writing and project development
• Coordinate with project leadership and partner agencies

• Supervise field crews
• Conduct fisheries and stream habitat surveys
• Perform culvert and road assessments
• Oversee restoration projects such as culvert replacement, road removal, riparian planting, water quality and quantity monitoring.

• Three (3) years of related professional experience
  • OR one (1) year of professional experience with a Master’s degree
• At least one (1) year of supervisory experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Note:
Experience cannot be substituted for education.

Applicants must submit:

• A Nez Perce Tribe Employment Application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Three (3) letters of reference
• Unofficial college transcripts

Applications can be emailed to: teamhr

In the subject line make sure to note:
Watershed Specialist II (HR-26-141)

Or mailed to:
Nez Perce Tribe Human Resources Office
Attn:
Watershed Specialist II (HR-26-141)
PO Box 365
Lapwai, Idaho 83540

• Valid driver’s license and insurable under Tribal policy
• Current Driver’s License Record (DLR) from any state licensed within the past three (3) years
• Pre-employment drug testing required (drug-free workplace)

A full job description is available on the Tribes Employment Webpage.

Specific job-related questions can be emailed to wesleyk