Seasonal Fisheries Technician

Job - Fisheries Technician (Seasonal)

Agency:
Game Fish & Parks

Location:

Webster, SD

Minimum Salary: $18.98 hourly

Closing Date: 01/30/2026

South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (SDGFP) is seeking applicants for a fisheries technician during the 2026 field season. Start and end dates for the position will be approximately March 15 through September 15 (6 months).

The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team to help manage fisheries across northeast South Dakota. This position will assist permanent fisheries staff with trap and transfer of various fish species to community ponds, walleye spawning and stocking efforts, adult fish population surveys, aquatic invasive species (AIS) education and outreach, and ongoing research projects. Primary job duties involve field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS watercraft inspection), tablet/computer use (data entry), and laboratory work (removing fish aging structures, estimating fish ages, etc.).

Maintenance associated with vehicles, equipment (including nets), buildings, and grounds will be completed to help ensure smooth operation of work activities. Opportunities will also be available for the applicant to assist with other areas within GFP including Law Enforcement, Terrestrial Habitat and Access, and Terrestrial Wildlife crews.

• Valid driver's license
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor
• Ability to lift 60 pounds repeatedly
• Willingness to work in inclement weather
• Availability to work nights and weekends; some overnight travel may be required

• Operation and maintenance of boats, motors, and trailers
• Basic vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Knowledge of fisheries management principles and techniques
• Fish identification
• Basic computer operation

For questions regarding the position and application, please contact:
Mark Ermer (mark.ermer.us) or Todd Kaufman (todd.akufman.us)
South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks
603 East 8th Avenue, Webster, SD 57274
Office Phone:

Please note this is a temporary or seasonal, non-benefited position, exempt from civil service.

Applicants must apply online: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-stateofsout
You must apply online; emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone:
Email: careers.us
/workforus

* Seasonal positions can be filled prior to the closing date.*

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