Seasonal Fisheries Technician: Field Work & Research

Sdsoybean; Webster (SD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks in Webster, SD is seeking a Fisheries Technician (Seasonal) for the 2027 field season. Start around April 1 and end around September 30 (6 months).

The role involves assisting with fish management activities, including trap transfers, walleye spawning and stocking, and AIS education for the public. Duties include field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS inspections), data entry and lab tasks, plus maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labor and lift 60 pounds repeatedly.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist with field activities including trap transfers and netting.
• Conduct AIS education and outreach and participate in fish population surveys.
• Perform data entry, laboratory tasks (aging structures, age estimation) and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Valid drivers license

Physical stamina

Ability to lift 60 pounds

Job description

South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks in Webster, SD is seeking a Fisheries Technician (Seasonal) for the 2027 field season. Start around April 1 and end around September 30 (6 months).

The role involves assisting with fish management activities, including trap transfers, walleye spawning and stocking, and AIS education for the public. Duties include field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS inspections), data entry and lab tasks, plus maintenance of vehicles and equipment.