Individual Placement - Fish Biotechnician at Ice Harbor Dam at Student Conservation Association

, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

400.0

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fish Collection, Species Identification, Data Recording, Monitoring, Health Assessment, Maintenance Assistance, Bird Counting, Utility Vehicle Operation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Position Summary Ice Harbor Dam is located on the lower Snake River in Washington State, members at the Fish Facility would assist with collection and identification of juvenile salmonids that are diverted around the dam into the Juvenile Fish Facility. Collected fish are assessed for injuries and general health condition before being released back into the river. Members would also assist with monitoring adult fish ladders and conducting visual counts of birds upriver and downriver of the dam. The primary goals of the Fish Facility are to monitor and ensure as high of survival rate as possible of juvenile fish migrating down river to the ocean and to ensure adults are able to travel upriver to their spawning grounds. Location Burbank, WA Schedule April 6, 2026 - August 21, 2026 Key Duties and Responsibilities Duties would include and mainly be related to the following tasks: 1. During the juvenile fish passage season (spring through mid-summer) fish are collected and monitored for overall condition, samples are collected twice per week and usually take up half of a working day. 2. Throughout the entire year, adult fish ladders and associated equipment are visually monitored at least 3 times per week, members would report the results of these inspections and work in Excel to record the result for long term documentation. Marginal Duties Minor duties would include: 1. Counting and monitoring of piscivorous birds that congregate upstream and downstream of the dam. Making recommendations to start additional bird deterrent efforts if numbers increase. 2. Assisting in recovery of fish from any area of the dam that is being dewatered for maintenance. 3. Assisting fish facility maintenance staff with routine maintenance tasks. Required Qualifications Members must be able to drive utility vehicle safely, be able to lift 50lbs of weight, walk the length of the dam (roughly 1/4 mile), and be able to go up and down extended flights of stairs that traverse the dam's height. The dam is located approximately 20-30 minute drive from the nearest city, so a vehicle is highly recommended. Preferred Qualifications Understanding how to use species identification guides is recommended, but on-site training will also be given particularly with regard to species that will be encountered in fish condition sampling periods. Hours 40 per week Living Accommodations Apartments are available in the Tri-Cities area (Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland WA). Assistance could be provided in finding one in advance for out of state members. Compensation * $400 Weekly Living Allowance * $75 Weekly Commuting Allowance * $1,000 Monthly Housing Allowance (5 total) * NTE $650 Duty Related Travel Reimbursement (if not local) All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information Required Additional Benefits First Aid/CPR AmeriCorps: Not Eligible Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.

Responsibilities

Members will assist with the collection and identification of juvenile salmonids and monitor adult fish ladders. They will also conduct visual counts of birds and ensure the health and survival of fish.