Seasonal Fisheries Technician
About The Position
South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks (SDGFP) is seeking applicants for a fisheries technician during the 2026 field season. Start and end dates for the position will be approximately March 15 through September 15 (6 months). The successful candidate will work both independently and as part of a team to help manage fisheries across northeast South Dakota. This position will assist permanent fisheries staff with trap and transfer of various fish species to community ponds, walleye spawning and stocking efforts, adult fish population surveys, aquatic invasive species (AIS) education and outreach, and ongoing research projects. Primary job duties involve field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS watercraft inspection), tablet/computer use (data entry), and laboratory work (removing fish aging structures, estimating fish ages, etc.). Maintenance associated with vehicles, equipment (including nets), buildings, and grounds will be completed to help ensure smooth operation of work activities. Opportunities will also be available for the applicant to assist with other areas within GFP including Law Enforcement, Terrestrial Habitat and Access, and Terrestrial Wildlife crews.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- The ability to perform strenuous physical labor
- The ability to lift 60 pounds repeatedly
- Willingness to work in inclement weather
- The availability to work nights and weekends
Nice To Haves
- Operation and maintenance of boats, motors, and trailers
- Basic vehicle and equipment maintenance
- Knowledge of fisheries management principles and techniques
- Fish identification and basic computer operation is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Assist permanent fisheries staff with trap and transfer of various fish species to community ponds
- Walleye spawning and stocking efforts
- Adult fish population surveys
- Aquatic invasive species (AIS) education and outreach
- Ongoing research projects
- Field work (netting, electrofishing, AIS watercraft inspection)
- Tablet/computer use (data entry)
- Laboratory work (removing fish aging structures, estimating fish ages, etc.)
- Maintenance associated with vehicles, equipment (including nets), buildings, and grounds
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What This Job Offers
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
