Fisheries Technician 1- Chinook and Steelhead Monitoring

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• Chinook and Steelhead Monitoring Save Job Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission Lewiston, Idaho Facebook Email Copy URL Job Type Temporary Salary $15.59
• $25.46 per hour Deadline Jun 21, 2026 Min. Experience 0
• 1 year Save Job Facebook Email Copy URL Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is recruiting candidates to fill the Fisheries Technician 1
• Chinook and Steelhead Monitoring position.

This position is temporary with full-time hours and has a projected start date of August 8th, 2026 with an expected project length of 4 months or less.

Primary duties will include:

working alongside NOAA fisheries and other state, federal, and private agencies to sample juvenile and adult salmonids. The technician is expected to PIT tag adult salmonids, collect biological data from juvenile and adult salmonids, maintain field equipment, and manage data. Other potential duties include assisting with screw trap operations in the Clearwater region of Idaho. This is a field position based out of the Idaho Department of Fish and Game regional office in Lewiston, Idaho. Field work will be conducted at Lower Granite Dam near Pomeroy, Washington. Transportation from the regional office to the dam will be provided on a daily basis. The work schedule is variable and includes weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions :

Participate in survey crews that conduct regional fishery presence/absence research, recreational/commercial fishing surveys, anadromous fish escapement surveys (carcass, redd, trap/weir, snorkel, etc.), or tag detection and mark recovery surveys. Make standardized observations such as species identification, length, weight, behavior, growth, survival, reproductive condition, and/or signs of parasites, diseases or pathogens, fin clips or tags. Collect and organize biological and habitat samples and collections (such as scales, otoliths, ageing structures, other tissues, water quality, etc.). Summarize and input biological or habitat data on field forms, electronic data loggers, and/or desktop computers. May assist with preliminary data summaries and analyses, technical report writing, or database management. Knowledge Required by the

Position :

At the lower end of the range, employees use knowledge of basic arithmetic, reading, writing, and data collection to perform routine or repetitive tasks. At the upper end of the position range, employees use knowledge of the basic principles and protocols of fish biology to make readings, measurements, and observations; execute tests; collect samples, etc. If complex equipment systems are operated, the employee has the knowledge to perform calibrations or adjustments to achieve desired results.

Additional Mandatory Skills :

trap/weir electronic detection technol. able to swim lift 40

• 50 lbs.

valid driver's license fish species ID skills compile and collect neat and accurate data specific software skills (spreadsheet, word processing, database, GIS, statistical) oral communication skills written communication skills repair & maintain equipment

Physical Demands :

Demands can range from moderate

• -where there is walking, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching, lifting, bending, and strenuous sweeping.

In the latter case, the incumbent must be able to handle buckets of water or gear weighing up to 50 pounds. Long daily periods of hiking, carrying equipment, swimming, and/or standing may be required. Camping out for extended periods may be required. Some work requires the ability to maintain footing in fast-moving water.

Work Environment :

A portion of the work is performed in an office setting with adequate lighting, heating and ventilation. The majority is performed in fish processing labs, fish holding areas, and/or in the field. Incumbents may work on narrow, elevated walkways and platforms that are over or adjacent to water. Field work involves exposure to all types of weather, slippery rocks, trails, irregular terrain, insects, poison oak, rough or fast-moving water, or cold water temperatures. Work at high elevations or aboard boats may be required.

Qualifications Preferred qualifications:

Individuals with fisheries experience, including PIT tagging, collecting and organizing biological data from both adult and juvenile salmonids will be given preference. Demonstration of good computer and data management skills are required. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

A range of experience and education may be presented. At the lower end of the range, candidates must present six months of General Experience

• OR one year of education above the high school level that included at least six semester hours in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying. At the upper end of the range, candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience
• OR a 4-year course of study above high school leading to a bachelor's degree with a major or at least 24 semester hours of coursework in any combination of scientific or technical courses. An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying.
• General Experience is (1) any type of work that demonstrates the applicant's ability to perform the work of the position or (2) experience that provided a familiarity with biological sciences or the processes of the biological sciences.
• Specialized Experience is experience that equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled Location IDFG Lewiston (Nez Perce Co)Project Length4 months or lessPosition TypeTemporaryTravel Requirements25%
• 50%BenefitsEmployees accrue sick time at a rate of 0.

047/hour with a maximum of 96 hours per year. Employees also receive 12 paid holidays each year, paid time for jury duty and bereavement leave.

DrivingState Vehicle

• Valid driver's license required.

Offers of employment contingent upon passing driving records check.

Salary Target$15.59

• 25.

46/ hourClosing DateJun 21, 2026 How To Apply To be considered for this position, applicants must use the PSMFC career page: https://myjobs.adp.com/pacificstatesmarinecareers/cx/job-details?__tx_annotation=false&_fromPublish=true&reqId=5001204415500&c=1161651&d=External&r=5001204415500&sor=adprm When you apply, please indicate that you are responding to the posting on Conservation Job Board. Category Fisheries Tags GIS Related Jobs Education and Conservation Specialist

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