Field Spawning Ground Surveyor – Salmonid Data Tech

Austincc; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Spawning Ground Surveyor for field surveys of salmon, steelhead, and lamprey. You will collect data, manage field records, and coordinate access with landowners and agencies.

The position requires outdoor work in varying weather, occasional long hikes, and equipment maintenance. The role emphasizes data quality, daily reporting, and compliance with safety certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with science coursework and related experience.
• Experience as a Scientific Technician 1 or equivalent lab/field work with biologists or zoologists.
• Course work in biology, zoology, fisheries or natural sciences may substitute for experience.
• Driver’s license required; CPR/First Aid certification preferred within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spawner surveys for salmon, steelhead, and lamprey and record counts.
• Maintain field records, data entry, and daily summaries.
• Access private lands with permissions; coordinate with landowners and agencies.
• Collect GPS data and enter data into spreadsheets/databases.
• Maintain field gear, vehicles, and watercraft equipment.
• Provide daily reports to supervisor and team biologists.

Education

High school diploma or GED with science coursework

Two years of lab/field experience or two years as Scientific Technician 1

College coursework in biology, zoology, fisheries, chemistry, natural sciences

CPR/First Aid certification

Valid Driver’s License

Tools

Waders

Wading staff

PFD

GPS

Radios

CWT wands

Knives

Forceps

Drift boats

Pontoon boats

Power tools

Pruners

Weed eater

Chainsaw

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking a Spawning Ground Surveyor for field surveys of salmon, steelhead, and lamprey. You will collect data, manage field records, and coordinate access with landowners and agencies.

The position requires outdoor work in varying weather, occasional long hikes, and equipment maintenance. The role emphasizes data quality, daily reporting, and compliance with safety certifications.