Fisheries Technician

Overview

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The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Fisheries Technician to serve as part of the Magic Valley Region fisheries management crew. This position will be located at our Magic Valley Regional Office in Jerome, Idaho. It is an 8‑month temporary position, expected to work up to 40‑50 hours per week. Housing is available exclusively for the employee. No pets.

Employment Dates: 04/12/2026 – 12/18/2026

• Location:
  
  Jerome, Idaho – Magic Valley Regional Office
• Duration: 8 months (temporary)
• Work Hours:
  
  40‑50 per week
• Housing provided (employee only)

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Participation in one of the nation’s best state retirement systems
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start
• Eleven paid holidays in a year
• Eight weeks of paid parental leave
• Multiple saving plans – optional 401k and 457 plan
• Group life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental life insurance – state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
• Public sector student loan forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
• Employee assistance program – confidential support, information, and resources for all of life’s challenges
• State and department wellness programs
• Ongoing training opportunities

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
• Some knowledge of biology, zoology, botany, conservation biology or related field
• Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species
• Experience recording data
• Experience interacting with the public in a professional setting
• Experience operating ATVs, boats, trailers, trucks, and/or UTVs
• Relevant professional or volunteer experience in the natural resources field and college coursework in related areas is preferred

• 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 and enter data into databases
• Prepare fish aging structures for lab analysis
• Complete other duties as assigned

Responsibilities may include travel to remote locations for data collection, physical exertion such as walking and backpacking for several hours over rugged terrain and along waterways, standing and working in cold water for up to eight hours per shift, riding horses, hitching and pulling trailers, lifting and carrying up to 60+ pounds (occasionally up to 100 pounds for short distances), operating motorized equipment (ATVs, boats, fleet vehicles), and working evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Overnight in‑state travel will be required.