Senior Anadromous Fish Resource Scientist — Remote Options

Idaho Power Company; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedules

Remote work up to 40%

Job summary

Idaho Power Company in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist to join their Power Supply team. The role supports anadromous fish placement, evaluation, and monitoring with flexible schedules and up to 40% remote work.

Relocation assistance may be provided to the successful candidate. The candidate will lead field work, collaborate with state and federal agencies, and mentor staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Biology from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience (preferred).
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record and ability to obtain a DOT medical card if required.
• Ability to lead field teams and coordinate with agencies.

Responsibilities

• Lead placement, evaluation, and monitoring plans for anadromous fish.
• Manage adult placement and spawning evaluations and natural fish production assessments.
• Coordinate data collection with field crews and external partners.
• Plan and implement habitat enhancement and fish passage projects.
• Prepare annual reports and present findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Computational tools

Data synthesis

Interdisciplinary knowledge

Education

Master of Science in Natural Resources/Environmental Science/Biology

Tools

Radio telemetry

Aerial drones

PIT tags

Genetic tissue sampling

Screw traps

Weir traps (picket-style)

Job description

Idaho Power Company in Boise, Idaho, seeks a Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist to join their Power Supply team. The role supports anadromous fish placement, evaluation, and monitoring with flexible schedules and up to 40% remote work.

Relocation assistance may be provided to the successful candidate. The candidate will lead field work, collaborate with state and federal agencies, and mentor staff as needed.