APPLY NOW! Sawtooth Fish Hatchery Job Opportunity 2025

About the position
The Sawtooth Fish Hatchery is seeking
One (1) Fisheries Biological Aide (non-benefited) to assist with trapping, spawning, and rearing Chinook salmon in Stanley, Idaho.   

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible.
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Fisheries Biological Aide. This position will be located at our Sawtooth Fish Hatchery located in Stanley, ID. This is a 4-month, non-benefitted temporary position and is expected to work for up to 40 hours per week. Housing is available for the employees only. No pets.
Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho’s fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.Supplemental Information:
Some positions may require the physical ability to walk for several hours over rugged terrain and along waterways; stand and work in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; hitch and pull trailers; lift and carry up to 60+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; and work in extreme weather conditions. Operate motorized equipment including ATVs, boats, tractors, landscaping equipment, and/or UTVs. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Incumbents working at fish hatcheries work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces.

Minimum Qualifications Specialty: (These qualifications are required.)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Experience following oral and written instructions, policies and procedures
• Some knowledge of biology, zoology, botany, conservation biology or closely related field
• Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish and wildlife species
• Experience recording data
• Experience interacting with the public in a professional setting
• Some knowledge of animal husbandry
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have experience operating ATVs/UTVs, or trailers and performing grounds or building maintenance. Additional consideration may be given at the time of the interview to candidates who have this experience. Please be sure to include any experience you have in these areas within your application materials.To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following: • (Video) Idaho Fish and Game – We Make It Happen
Thank you for applying with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game!

Responsibilities

• Perform routine fish husbandry duties; assist with trapping and spawning operations of steelhead trout and Chinook salmon; weigh fish feed and feed fish; clean tanks, raceways and incubators; remove and enumerate daily fish and egg mortality
• Operate fish loading and transport equipment, and stock fish; crowd and net fish
• Record biological data, data entry, and maintain various records and forms; operate fish traps; provide hatchery tours; and/or observe fish for abnormal behavior.
• Maintain facilities, grounds and equipment; operating power tools, pressure washers and landscaping equipment

How To Apply  Complete an IDFG Application for Temporary Employment at https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary

Submit a cover letter, a resume, three professional or academic references, and completed IDFG Application for Temporary Employment via email (preferred) or mail to:

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EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.