Fisheries Technician I (Hourly)

MISSOURI DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Columbia, MO

65d • $17

About The Position

Assist with paddlefish sampling in Missouri reservoirs, conduct angler creel surveys during Spring 2026 paddlefish snagging season, perform data entry and QA/QC, and process and develop fish age estimates using bony structures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED/HiSET required.
• One (1) year of related professional experience.
• Must maintain a valid, current driver's license and Commercial Driver's License.
• Pesticide Applicator's License.
• Ability to pass an approved boating safety course and obtain a Missouri Boating Safety Certification Card within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to operate boats, outboard motors, land maintenance equipment, power tools and large trucks pulling trailers.
• Ability to use office equipment, such as computer, calculator, camera, scanner and printer.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and perform data entry.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to travel and work varying shifts, as required.
• Regularly work in outdoor temperatures, including wet, hot, and/or cold environments.
• Occasionally exposed to loud noises which may require the use of hearing protection.
• Move about grounds, both inside and outside of buildings.
• Regularly operate tools and other machinery and relocate machinery to other areas.
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information.
• Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and 20 feet or more, three-dimensional vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Regularly lift up to 50 pounds, correctly lift up to 100 pounds.
• Concentrated attention is required at all times.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

Nice To Haves

• Basic carpentry, mechanical and plumbing skills.
• Experience with fishery science and wildlife management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with gill netting, data collection, and tagging of paddlefish in Missouri reservoirs during winter 2025 and spring 2026.
• Perform data entry using hand-held tablets, Microsoft Excel, and conduct data QA/QC.
• Interview anglers during Missouri's spring snagging season, March- April 2026.
• Process paddlefish dentaries for age and growth analysis.
• Maintain accurate inventory of items and equipment.
• Perform general administrative functions, such as answering phones and emails, maintaining publications, research, purchasing supplies, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees