8 jobs found in idaho

The Department of Fish and Game has an opening for a Deer & Elk Program Coordinator at our Headquarters in Boise. Responsibilities: Coordinate and implement statewide mule deer, white-tailed deer, and elk management programs, including species plan development, population monitoring efforts, harvest recommendations, depredation prevention, emergency winter feeding, and policy development. Develop and direct program activities; plan and coordinate with public land managers, private landowners, sportsmen, and special interest groups, and elected officials to meet program goals. Monitor trends in use and demands on resources; coordinate review of projects and programs; prepare technical reports and position statements. Provide technical support and share technical data with other agencies; respond to inquiries from the media, sportsmen, other agencies, and the public on resource management programs. Represent the Department on multi-agency committees and at various meetings with federal agencies, special interest groups, community and other state organizations, Native American tribes, and other governmental entities. Provide technical assistance to Department management and regional staff on resource management programs and policies. Prepare and manage statewide program budgets. Routinely provide progress reports to the Fish and Game Commission. Minimum Qualifications: Experience and education demonstrating considerable knowledge of wildlife ecology and management, particularly with deer and elk. Experience developing, implementing, and evaluating wildlife management programs. Experience with collaborative working relationships involving diverse stakeholders, including internal staff, sportsmen, land managers, and special interest groups. Education and experience supervising others. Experience preparing and monitoring a budget. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Job Description : Responsibilities include routine fish culture practices at a Rainbow Trout Brood Stock hatchery, record keeping, chemical treatments, water flow and quality monitoring, maintaining hatchery grounds, a public campground, and helping with other routine hatchery duties as required. Other duties include working on progressive projects requiring INAD’s (Investigative New Animal Drug), recirculating aquaculture systems, production of triploid trout eggs, process of providing mono sex populations of trout, and photo period manipulation to control spawning schedules.  General Information :  Dormitory style housing may be available. 30 hours per week. Qualifications :  Qualifications/Technical Skills Previous work experience and/or education in Aquaculture, Natural Resources or Biological Science preferred but not mandatory. Individual must be able to work well in a team environment and independently as needed, handle responsibility, follow protocols effectively, be organized, and be extremely detail oriented. Requires some mechanical aptitude and experience/skills sufficient to operate hand tools, power tools, machinery, pumps, and lawn care equipment. Candidates must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Applicant will be required to work in and around water. Irregular work schedules are frequent; weekend, holiday and evening work will be required. Applicants with hatchery knowledge and experience will be given preference. Employment Dates :  10/1/2017   to   9/30/2018 Closes 10/1/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The Springfield Fish Hatchery is seeking a temporary Fisheries Biological Aide to perform routine fish culture duties. Dates Needed: November 13, 2017 - March 30, 2018, with the possibility of re-hire. General Information :  The Springfield Fish Hatchery is the production facility responsible for rearing Endangered Species Act listed Snake River Sockeye Salmon. This position requires, with or without reasonable accommodations, standing and working in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; working in extreme weather conditions. There will be some occasional field travel and overnight stays. Weekend work rotation will be required. Dormitory style housing is provided on site, but not mandatory. Responsibilities :  Daily responsibilities will include: weighing fish feed and feeding fish; cleaning and caring for fish rearing vessels; maintaining grounds and equipment; and cleaning office and hatchery facilities.   Candidates will gain some experience sampling fish to collect data used in managing day to day hatchery operations (feed projections, marking, and fish health). Qualifications :  The applicant must be able to take direction, handle responsibility and work independently. Some college course work in a Natural Resource/Biological Science is strongly preferred, but not mandatory. Candidates with applicable course work and/or previous experience will be given preference. A valid driver’s license is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Application Period:  9/12/2017  to  10/20/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The Clearwater Fish Hatchery is seeking a temporary, benefited Fisheries Technician to work as part of the Clearwater Fish Production crew.  The crew consists of 19-24 people conducting various hatchery operation and projects.   Dates Needed: Starting date is tentatively set for October 30, 2017 - June 30, 2018 General Information :  This position involves, with or without reasonable accommodations, standing and working in cold water and for up to eight hours per shift; lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; and working in extreme weather conditions. Extended travel and stays overnight will be required at times to remote locations for fish sampling operations and other duties. Some night and weekend work required. Responsibilities :  Primary responsibilities include assisting fish culturists in the implementation of the day to day fish culture activities at the hatchery facility. Activities include spawning of adult salmon and steelhead, egg and juvenile fish husbandry, implements water and feed treatments, and other associated fish culture duties (cleaning and sweeping rearing containers, sample counts, weighing and feeding of fish feed, etc.) Qualifications :  It is preferred that applicants have college coursework leading towards a BS degree in Fisheries, Wildlife Management, other related areas of study or equivalent knowledge that is typically gained through previous experience as a biological aide or fisheries data technician. Applicants should have some knowledge of: life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species; identifying various fish species; operating power tools and general maintenance and repair skills. Some knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, and Excel. Applicants need to possess excellent independent decision-making skills. Closes 10/6/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The Clearwater Fish Hatchery is Ahsahka is seeking six (6) non-benefited Fisheries Biological Aides.   Dates Needed: December 18, 2017 - May 16, 2018. The start dates are tentative and flexible. General Information :  Extended travel will be required at times to remote locations for fish sampling operations. These positions, with or without reasonable accommodations, requires standing and working in cold water and for up to eight hours per shift; lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; and working in extreme weather conditions. Responsibilities :  Perform routine fish rearing duties at anadromous species fish hatchery. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: weighing fish feed and feeding fish; cleaning raceways; maintaining grounds and equipment; crowding and netting fish; loading and unloading trucks; assisting in the spawning of steelhead and chinook salmon; distributing rainbow trout. Qualifications :  Demonstrated ability to handle responsibility and work independently. Coursework in a Natural Resource/Biological Science is strongly preferred but not mandatory. Previous fish hatchery experience a plus, but not required. Candidates with coursework and/or previous experience will be given preference. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to read, write, and compute simple math. Must have a valid driver's license. Closes 10/6/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The Department of Fish and Game is seeking to fill three (3) Natural Resource Program Coordinator positions within the Fisheries Bureau in Boise. Two positions are Anadromous Fish Specialists, and the other is a Resident Sport Fish Specialist. General Responsibilities (all positions): Coordinate and implement an in-state fishery management program and recommend needed research. Prepares and proposes modifications to fishery management plans. Coordinates fish regulation development with regional staff. Develops fish research needs and coordinates project reviews, work plan priorities, and in-year adjustments. Responds to information requests from internal and external customers. Identifies problems and recommends solutions to increase angling opportunity. Represents department and State of Idaho at various meetings and conferences with federal agencies, Native American tribes and other states regarding resident or anadromous fishery resources. Testifies at hearings and participates in media interviews. Specific Responsibilities –Anadromous Fish Specialist: Coordinate anadromous fishery harvest programs for steelhead and salmon in Idaho. Supervise anadromous fishery hatchery research and evaluation staff and programs. Coordinate anadromous fishery and hatchery programs with Tribal and Federal Fishery staff. Coordinate reviews and comments on Environmental Species Act (ESA) recovery plans, biological opinions and National Environmental Policy Act documents. Coordinate Columbia River Policy issues with Northwest Power and Conservation Council, NOAA Fisheries, State Fishery Staff and Tribal Fishery staff. Reviews and provide technical input on documents and plans. Administer Idaho State anadromous research permit program. Coordinate with state, federal and tribal fishery management agencies on conservation and enhancement activities for salmon and steelhead in the Columbia River Basin. Participate in multi-agency team responsible for data analysis and collection of harvest and run reconstructions on mainstem Columbia River fisheries for salmon and steelhead. Supervise anadromous fish electronic data collection and reporting. Serve as technical and policy liaison with Federal, State, and Tribal staff Specific Responsibilities – Resident Sport Fish Specialist: Administer the statewide fishing and boating access program including long-range prioritization and planning, D-J grant and budget development and tracking, coordinating with regional staff and engineering services, facilitating property acquisitions and easements, contract management, and project oversight. Manage and coordinate statewide fisheries permit programs including scientific collection permits, fishing tournament permits, commercial fishing permits, and fish import/transport permits. Provide technical and administrative support to regional fishery management programs; including development of fishing rules and associated public input and administrative processes, and technical review of regional fish management reports. Serve as technical and policy liaison with ISDA and others on Aquatic Invasive Species prevention and control; coordinate permitting and applications of aquatic herbicides and piscicides. Provide other Fisheries Bureau support to include input on cross-bureau projects or processes such as SWAP, strategic planning, regional work planning and prioritization, and staff training. Minimum Qualifications (all positions): Experience demonstrating considerable knowledge in Fishery Management and/or Fishery Research. Considerable experience managing fisheries-related projects. Experience with data management and manipulation including databases and spreadsheets, and statistical analysis of fisheries-related data. Experience writing technical reports, or peer reviewed publications on fisheries-related topics. Some knowledge of the Endangered Species Act and its implementation. Desirable Qualifications (all positions) : Experience working with internal teams, multi-agency teams, or other collaborative groups. Experience making oral presentation to groups on fisheries-related topics. Application Period:  9/1/2017  to  9/22/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

The Department of Fish and Game has an opening for Wildlife Staff Biologist in Boise. This position will have primary responsibility for the conservation and management needs of furbearers including wolverine, fisher, lynx, marten, bobcat, beaver, river otter, and other furbearer species. The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of the principles of trapping and furbearer management. Responsibilities: Coordinating and implementing a statewide furbearer program, including management plan development and implementation, population monitoring efforts, trapping / harvest season recommendations, conflict management, and policy development. Coordinating implementation of program activities with regional personnel, city, state and federal agencies, nongovernmental agencies, sportsmen organizations, private landowners, and elected officials. Coordinating rule-making activities with regional personnel and external interested parties. Presenting recommendations on trapping seasons and harvest regulations to the Fish & Game Commission. Monitoring trends in use and demands on resources; coordinating review of projects and programs; preparing technical reports and position statements. Providing technical support and sharing technical data with other agencies; responding to inquiries from the media, sportsmen, other agencies, conservation organizations, and the public on resource management programs. Representing the Department on multi-agency committees, technical working groups, and at various meetings with federal agencies, special interest groups, community and other state organizations, Native American tribes, and other governmental entities. Providing technical assistance and programmatic support to Department staff on resource management and conservation programs and policies. Developing grant proposals to fund monitoring, management, and research projects. Providing leadership and oversight on implementation of conservation actions in Idaho’s State Wildlife Action Plan related to Species of Greatest Conservation Need (i.e., wolverine and fisher). Serve as lead on implementation of the Department’s Management   Plan for the Conservation of Wolverines in Idaho . Preparing and managing statewide program budgets. Minimum Qualifications: Good knowledge of fish, wildlife, conservation biology, plant ecology and/or habitat management practices. Experience evaluating the impact of land use practices and natural processes on habitats; developing and interpreting statistical data and formulas used in biological research; and evaluating and interpreting environmental documents, state and federal regulations for their effects on fish and wildlife, and providing written and oral analysis of findings. Experience with species conservation and management planning, trapping, and harvest regulation development, preferably related to furbearers such as wolverine, fisher, lynx, marten, bobcat, beaver, and river otter. Application Period:   9/8/2017   to   9/29/2017 Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com

Trout Unlimited is seeking to hire a Senior Scientist to oversee the organization's Science Team and to ensure that the organization's policies and practices are based on the best available science. The incumbent reports directly to the President and Chief Executive Officer. The location of the position is negotiable, but could include Arlington, Virginia, the home office of the organization, or Boise, Idaho, the home office of many Trout Unlimited science staff, or potentially another location. Trout Unlimited has an impressive cadre of professional staff who work in offices across the nation on policy, outreach, and restoration initiatives. Trout Unlimited also has a staff of more than 25 scientists spread across the organization. Approximately 12 of these staff directly report to the Senior Scientist, and form the Science Team. The Science Team provides technical guidance to the restoration, policy and conservation activities of the organization, and coordinates with a larger group of scientists within and outside of Trout Unlimited. Trout Unlimited partners with state and federal agencies to develop and use cutting edge scientific information to conserve coldwater fisheries across the country. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining a very strong profile of science in our organization and for maintaining a team to help deliver science products and technical assistance to our organization, and our partners. Excellent communication skills are required, including the ability to distill complex scientific information into terms that Trout Unlimited's staff, members, and the general angling community can readily understand. This is particularly important as citizen, or angler-science, is a priority for the organization. The incumbent must have a strong track record and communication skills within the academic community. The ability to lead a diverse team of scientists and support personnel is critical. In addition to the topics above, areas of emphasis for the Science Team include encouraging communication of the organization's science activities both through peer reviewed literature and communications to our members and supporters. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide science leadership to the organization Provide science program direction and coordination Develop and execute science program budgets Coordinate with Senior Staff Coordinate with fisheries program staff in federal and state agencies Supervise staff Provide technical support Maintain a personal reputation as a highly published scientist and well-respected expert on coldwater fish conservation and management QUALIFICATIONS A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral level degree in fisheries, conservation biology, or related field plus at least five years of relevant experience in fisheries/restoration Strong leadership skills Excellent communication skills Strong organizational and interpersonal skills Knowledge and experience in trout and salmon biology Knowledge and experience in restoration ecology Demonstrate publication and science communication skills Demonstrate ability in written and oral communication Demonstrate ability to lead complex scientific investigations Knowledge of federal land management agencies and laws governing public land management Passion for trout and salmon and the places they live Love of fly-fishing a plus Significant amounts of travel and occasional fieldwork are required. The incumbent is expected to continue existing projects and develop proposals for future work that will ensure continued funding for the Science Team. Salary and benefits are competitive. Remember to say you found this opportunity at EnvironmentalCareer.com