Seasonal Salmon Research Technician — Field Data & Habitat

Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians

Arlington (WA)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 41,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

Short & Long Term Disability

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

The Stillaguamish Tribe of Indians is seeking a Seasonal Fisheries Technician to support data collection and habitat enhancement efforts. From January to July 2027, duties include a juvenile salmon outmigration study on the Stillaguamish River, operating a smolt trap, and assisting with broodstock seining for the tribe’s captive program.

The role requires physical fitness, ability to work weekends (Fri–Tues) and variable day/night shifts, and adherence to biosecurity procedures while collecting

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited two-year college with an AS degree in natural resources, IT or related field, or two years of related experience.
Ability to pass background check and pre-employment drug test.
Valid WA driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Conduct data collection and habitat enhancement.
Participate in juvenile salmon outmigration study Jan–Jul 2027.
Operate the screw-type smolt trap and assist in seining for broodstock.
Maintain data records, ensure data quality, and follow protocols.

Skills

Physical tasks

Data entry

Attention to data quality

Team collaboration

Public/interagency interaction

Salmonid identification

Swimming ability

Education

AS degree in natural resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

The role requires physical fitness, ability to work weekends (Fri–Tues) and variable day/night shifts, and adherence to biosecurity procedures while collecting

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