Fisheries Bioaide Location: Salmon, Idaho Closes: 03/17/2014 Duties and Responsibilities: 4 positions are available on a summer field crew conducting fish (snorkeling) and habitat surveys to determine the abundance and distribution of salmonids in backcountry, high-gradient streams in the Salmon River drainage. The work schedule will vary, but will generally consist of 10 hour days, with 8 days on and 6 days off, or 4 days on and 3 days off. Applicants must be flexible on their schedule. All food, equipment and camping gear (except for sleeping bag) are supplied by IDFG during work shift. Snorkeling crew is required to camp out in remote backcountry areas during their shift and snorkel in cold water up to 8 hours and work in adverse weather. Housing will not be provided during days off. Other duties may include: juvenile screw trap operation, PIT tagging fish, seining, gillnetting, electrofishing, spawning ground surveys for Chinook salmon, data entry, and equipment maintenance. Qualifications: Enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in fisheries or other biological major or having previous fisheries work experience preferred. Individuals with experience in the above fisheries techniques will be given preference. Incumbent must be in great physical shape and able to hike 5-12 miles over rough and rugged terrain and carry a backpack up to 50-60 pounds. Proficient in Microsoft Applications and experience with using topographical maps/software and GPS is a plus. Successful applicants must possess a valid driver’s license. To Apply: Send IDFG Application for Temporary Employment (link at bottom of page), cover letter, resume, and three references to: Jordan Messner Regional Fisheries Biologist Idaho Department of Fish and Game [email protected] Date(s) needed: June through August Salary: 9.50/hr Comments: EEO/Veterans Preference. If a qualified applicant(s) is found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.