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Conservation Officer

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
08/31/2026
Published:
08/05/2026
Starting Date:
after 12/6/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
starting at $27.86 per hour
Education Required:
Some Undergraduate
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
Idaho
5 days ago
Conservation Officer

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
08/31/2026
Published:
08/05/2026
Starting Date:
after 12/6/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
starting at $27.86 per hour
Education Required:
Some Undergraduate
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
Idaho
5 days ago
On-Call Biologist III

Eocene Environmental (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/30/2026
Published:
06/23/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/1/2026
Hours per Week:
1 - 40
Salary:
$32 to $40 per hour
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 6 years
Location:
multiple
6 weeks ago
On-Call Biologist III

Eocene Environmental (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/30/2026
Published:
06/23/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/1/2026
Hours per Week:
1 - 40
Salary:
$32 to $40 per hour
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 6 years
Location:
multiple
6 weeks ago
Fisheries Biological Aide - Niagara Springs Hatchery IDFG

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/8/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
2131 Niagara Springs Rd (wendell, Idaho)
4 days ago
Fisheries Biological Aide - Niagara Springs Hatchery IDFG

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/8/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
2131 Niagara Springs Rd (wendell, Idaho)
4 days ago
Fisheries Data Technician

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
9/21/2026
Ending Date:
5/14/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$17.13 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
3059 D National Fish Hatchery Road (Hagerman, Idaho)
12 days ago
Fisheries Data Technician

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
9/21/2026
Ending Date:
5/14/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$17.13 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
3059 D National Fish Hatchery Road (Hagerman, Idaho)
12 days ago
Biological Aide

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
09/15/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/22/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
1060 State Fish hatchery Rd (Hagerman, Idaho)
4 days ago
Biological Aide

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State)

Application Deadline:
09/15/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/22/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
1060 State Fish hatchery Rd (Hagerman, Idaho)
4 days ago
Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$775 to $825 per week
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
5 weeks ago
Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$775 to $825 per week
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
5 weeks ago
AmeriCorps Crew Member (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/20/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/21/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$9,636.35 to $9,637 per year
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
5 weeks ago
AmeriCorps Crew Member (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/20/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/21/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$9,636.35 to $9,637 per year
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
5 weeks ago
Executive Director

private (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/11/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 7/10/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$110,000 to $150,000 per year
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Location:
Boise, Idaho
4 days ago
Executive Director

private (Private)

Application Deadline:
09/11/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 7/10/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$110,000 to $150,000 per year
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Location:
Boise, Idaho
4 days ago
Northwest Resource Coordinator

Western Landowners Alliance (Private)

Application Deadline:
08/22/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/6/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$60,000 to $75,000 per year
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Location:
multiple | remote work allowed
Tags:
Graduate Opportunities
12 days ago
Northwest Resource Coordinator

Western Landowners Alliance (Private)

Application Deadline:
08/22/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/6/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$60,000 to $75,000 per year
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Location:
multiple | remote work allowed
Tags:
Graduate Opportunities
12 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate: Deep Learning for Ecological Remote Sensing

Boise State University (State)

Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/21/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
starting at $78,000 per year
Education Required:
Doctorate
Experience Required:
none
Location:
multiple
Tags:
Faculty / Post-Doc Appointments
2 weeks ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate: Deep Learning for Ecological Remote Sensing

Boise State University (State)

Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/21/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
starting at $78,000 per year
Education Required:
Doctorate
Experience Required:
none
Location:
multiple
Tags:
Faculty / Post-Doc Appointments
2 weeks ago

Conservation Officer

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State) | https://idfg.idaho.gov/

Details
Application Deadline:
08/31/2026
Published:
08/05/2026
Starting Date:
after 12/6/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
starting at $27.86 per hour
Education Required:
Some Undergraduate
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
Idaho
Description
Please Note the following: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MDT on the posting end date.

Make a difference, become a Conservation Officer for the Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG)!

Are you passionate about the outdoors and ready to turn that passion into purpose? As a Conservation Officer with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, you’ll have a career unlike any other — you’ll turn that passion into a meaningful career—safeguarding Idaho’s diverse wildlife, upholding natural resource laws, and serving communities across some of the most scenic landscapes in the country. 

This Isn’t Just a Job — It’s a Calling!

IDFG Conservation Officers are law enforcement professionals, biologists, and public educators all in one. You’ll patrol mountains, rivers, deserts, and forests using a variety of tools — from horses to jet boats — to enforce laws, prevent poaching, support wildlife research, and build community relationships.

No two days are ever the same. One day you might be investigating wildlife crime, and the next you could be gathering data to assist with a wildlife study or speaking to a classroom about conservation. 

What You’ll Do:

  • Protect Idaho’s Natural Resources: Enforce fish and game laws, patrol public lands, investigate wildlife violations, and promote ethical outdoor behavior.
  • Support Science-Based Wildlife Management: Collaborate with biologists to gather data, conduct studies, and assist in wildlife population monitoring.
  • Serve the Public: Educate hunters, anglers, landowners, and youth on wildlife laws and conservation efforts. Build relationships rooted in respect and stewardship.
  • Mitigate Human-Wildlife Conflicts: Work with landowners and communities to address property damage and other wildlife-related issues. 

What Makes a Great Conservation Officer?
The individuals we are looking for to fill these positions are ideally those who are:

  • Passionate about wildlife, conservation, and outdoor life.
  • Strong communicators who can listen, educate, and de-escalate.
  • Self-starters who thrive in independent, often remote work environments.
  • Adaptable and ready for the unexpected.
  • Have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher in fish and/or wildlife management from an accredited college or university. 

Screening Items:  

Candidates invited to an in-person interview will be required to complete a comprehensive self‑disclosure application and personal history questionnaire prior to their interview. Providing false, incomplete, or misleading information may result in disqualification from further consideration. Please note that any conviction or withheld judgment for a local, state, or federal offense may also be grounds for rejection. 

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Post in-person interviews, all successful candidates must pass the following:

  • Extensive background check (credit, employment, criminal, references)
  • Psychological evaluation
  • Medical and physical fitness tests

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enforcement: conduct field patrols to detect and investigate fish and game law violations; check licenses and bag limits of sportsmen in the field; issue citations and make arrests; operate short-term check stations; monitor license-vending activities; assist other law enforcement agencies when requested; testify in court regarding offenses; act as a relief officer for other patrol districts. Conservation Officers are required to be proficient with department issued firearms, meeting POST qualifications annually with a rifle and biannually with a handgun. Officers are required to pass the POST physical fitness requirement biannually. Work a varied schedule which may include patrolling on weekends, nights, and holidays.

  • Fish and game management: collect biological data for wildlife studies; trap, tag, and transplant animals, birds, and fish; conduct wildlife feeding programs; evaluate habitat for wildlife; investigate, resolve, and make reports on wildlife depredation complaints; dispose of deceased, dead, or injured animals.

  • Information and education: participate in wildlife education and youth mentoring projects; conduct hunter safety programs; assist in search and rescue operations; write news articles; participate in news programs; attend meetings and conferences regarding fish and game practices and problems. 

Minimum Qualifications:
(All qualifications listed below are required. To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the minimum experience and/or education standards as outlined in each of the typical qualification guidelines. A detailed resume or work history must be submitted, clearly demonstrating/supporting how you meet each requirement. This information is essential to our initial evaluation process. Incomplete applications or those lacking relevant details may not be considered for further review.)  

  • Good knowledge of fish and wildlife management practices including habitat and forage requirements, behavior and identification of various wildlife species, and wildlife population dynamics. (Typically gained by successful completion of at least 12 upper division (300-400 level) credits in fish, wildlife, biology, or a closely related natural resources field from an accredited college or university by the targeted hire date that is listed on the job announcement.)
  • Experience: interpreting and applying biological data; writing technical reports on fish and wildlife issues; making oral presentations. (Typically gained by at least one year of work experience or experience through education that required one to interpret and apply biological data; write technical reports on fish and wildlife issues; and make oral presentations on fish and wildlife related topics.)
  • Willingness to participate and to instruct in hunting and fishing activities.
  • Must be able to meet the entrance requirements for the Idaho Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council (“POST”). For more information about the Idaho POST entrance requirements, please see the information in the following link - https://adminrules.idaho.gov/rules/current/11/111101.pdf.
  • Idaho Law requires that peace officers be certified by Idaho's Peace Officer Standards and Training Council ("POST"). The statutes and regulations of POST require that every peace officer be a citizen of the United States, and that citizenship must be established through one of the following: A birth certificate issued by the city, county or state and filed within one year of birth; Naturalization Certificate; U.S. Passport; Consular Report of Birth Abroad or Certification of Birth; or Certificate of Citizenship
  • POST requires the disclosure of all charges, citations, arrests, or convictions of any crime, and if so to provide information describing the circumstances and disposition of each charge and to include all police and court documents.
    oNOTE: Per IDAPA Rule 11.11.01.056.02, an applicant shall be rejected who has been convicted of any felony crime. Any felony convictions whether withheld judgment, suspended or imposed, conviction of a DUI in the last two years and/or conviction of a sex crime, illegal drug crime, or crime of deceit in the last five years are also cause for rejection.
    o A misdemeanor conviction of any federal, state, or local crime may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.
    o The term “Conviction” shall include any conviction in a federal, tribal, state, county, or municipal court; a voluntary forfeiture of bail, bond, or collateral deposited to secure a defendant’s appearance; payment of a fine; plea of guilty, nolo contendere; a finding of guilt regardless of whether the sentence is imposed, suspended, deferred, or withheld, and regardless of whether the plea or conviction is set aside or withdrawn, or the case or charge is dismissed, or the record expunged under Section 19-2604, Idaho code, or any other comparable statute or procedure, where the setting aside of the plea or conviction, or dismissal of the case or charge, or expungement of the record is based upon lenity or the furtherance of rehabilitation rather than upon any defect in the legality of factual basis of the plea, finding of guilt, or conviction.
  • POST Requirement one of the following:
    o High school graduate from a school accredited as a high school at the time of graduation by the recognized regional accreditation body;
    o Have passed GED or IBM Assessment Test in subject areas required by POST;
    o Have successfully completed a high school equivalency program and obtained a state-issued certificate;
    o Have successfully completed a minimum of fifteen (15) academic credits at a U.S. regionally accredited college (please see IDAPA Rule 11.11.01.053.01.d for a list of the POST-accepted regional accreditation agencies.);
    o Completed a course of study, either in a formal school setting or through homeschooling if the program is recognized by a state or by a local school district within a state as having met that state’s high school graduation requirements.
  • Be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire.
  • Valid driver’s license from your state of residence and that you qualify for an Idaho driver’s license.
  • Physical Fitness Standards must be met twice a year by all Conservation Officers. Listed below are the exercises that will be assessed and the required minimum passing score for each exercise:
    o Vertical Jump - Minimum Passing Score = 14 Inches
    o Sit-Ups (in one minute) - Minimum Passing Score = 15 Repetitions
    o Push-Ups (no time limit) - Minimum Passing Score = 21 Repetitions
    o 1.5 Mile Run/Walk - Minimum Passing Score = 17:17 Minutes/Seconds
    o 300 Meters Run - Minimum Passing Score = 77 Seconds 

Automatic disqualifications in accordance with Idaho Administrative Procedures Act (IDAPA):

  • 11.11.01.055 INELIGIBILITY BASED UPON PAST CONDUCT. An applicant is ineligible to attend a basic training academy and for certification under the following circumstances.
    01. Criminal Conviction. An applicant is ineligible if he was convicted of:
    a. A felony, if the applicant was eighteen (18) years old or older at the time of conviction;
    b. A misdemeanor Driving Under the Influence offense(s) within two (2) years immediately preceding application, or two or more (2) misdemeanor Driving Under the Influence offenses within five (5) years immediately preceding application;
    c. A misdemeanor crime involving domestic violence, if the relevant law enforcement discipline requires the applicant to possess a firearm in the course of their duty, or if the conviction occurred within 5 years immediately preceding application;
    d. A misdemeanor crime of deceit, as defined in these rules, or a misdemeanor sex offense, if the conviction occurred within five (5) years immediately preceding application;
    e. A misdemeanor drug-related offense, if the conviction occurred within one (1) year immediately preceding application.
    02. Driver’s License. An applicant is ineligible if he does not possess a valid driving license from the applicant’s state of residence and is unable to qualify for an Idaho driver’s license.
    03. Marijuana. An applicant is ineligible if he used, illegally purchased, or illegally possessed marijuana, cannabis, hashish, hash oil, or THC in synthetic and natural forms, whether charged or not, if such use occurred.
    a. Within one (1) year immediately preceding application.
    b. While employed as a law enforcement officer, in a prosecutorial position, or in a position of public safety, regardless of when the use occurred.
    04. Violations of Idaho Controlled Substances Act. An applicant is ineligible if he, while eighteen (18) years old or older, violated any provision of the Idaho Uniform Controlled Substances Act, Section 37-2701 et seq., Idaho Code, whether charged or not, that constitutes a felony, or of a comparable statute of another state or country, if the violation occurred:
    a. Within three (3) years immediately preceding application;
    b. While employed as a law enforcement officer, in a prosecutorial position, or in a position of public safety, regardless of when the illegal use occurred.
    05. Use of Prescription or Other Legally Obtainable Controlled Substance. An applicant is ineligible if he unlawfully used any prescription drug or a legally obtainable controlled substance within the past three (3) years, unless:
    a. The applicant was under the age of eighteen (18) at the time of using the controlled substance; or
    b. An immediate, pressing, or emergency medical circumstance existed to justify the use of a prescription-controlled substance not specifically prescribed to the person. (3-31-22)
    06. Military Discharge. An applicant is ineligible if he received a “dismissal,” “bad conduct discharge” (BCD), “dishonorable discharge” (DD), or administrative discharge of other than honorable (OTH) from military service. (3-31-22)
    07. Decertification or Denial of Certification. An applicant is ineligible if he has been denied certification; his certification is suspended in another state or jurisdiction, denied, revoked or applicant is not able to obtain certification in another state or jurisdiction; or his basic certificate has been revoked by the Council in this state or the responsible licensing agency in any other issuing jurisdiction, unless the denial or revocation has been rescinded by the Council or by the responsible licensing agency of the issuing jurisdiction.
  • Conviction defined: Any conviction in any federal, tribal, state, county, or municipal court; a voluntary forfeiture of bail, bond, or collateral deposited to secure a defendant’s appearance in court as final disposition; the payment of a fine or civil penalty; a plea of guilty or nolo contendere; or a finding of guilt, notwithstanding the form of judgment or withheld judgment, regardless of whether the sentence is imposed, suspended, deferred, or withheld, or whether the plea or conviction is set aside or withdrawn, or the case or charge is dismissed or reduced, or the record expunged under Section 19-2604, Idaho Code, or any other comparable statute or procedure, where the setting aside of the plea or conviction, or dismissal or reduction of the case or charge, or expungement of the record is based upon lenity or rehabilitation rather than upon a defect in the legality or factual basis of the plea, finding of guilt, or conviction. “Conviction” does not include a misdemeanor conviction upon a bond forfeiture for a violation that is or would at the time have in Idaho been an infraction violation, if the only reason it is classified as a misdemeanor is due to the bond forfeiture.

Compensation & Career Growth:

  • Starting Salary: $27.86/hour
  • After successful completion of your entrance probationary period (first 2,080 hours with POST Academy and Field Training completed) you may be promoted to Conservation Officer, Senior - $30.94/hour 

What We Offer:


Where You’ll Work:

Assignments are made based on departmental needs and can be anywhere in the state. Most areas are remote, wild, and beautiful — the kind of places others only visit on vacation. Once placed, transfers are generally not considered for the first three years. 

Why Work for IDFG:

At IDFG, we believe in balancing hard work with personal well-being. Our team is passionate about our mission: 

“To preserve, protect, perpetuate and manage Idaho’s wildlife resources.” 

We value creativity, integrity, and public service. Whether you’re on patrol, helping a young hunter learn the rules, or collecting data for a wildlife study, your work matters — today, and for generations to come. 

Tentative Time Frames for this recruitment:

  • Initial Video Interviews – September 14, 2026, through September 18, 2026
  • In-Person Interviews – October 5, 2026, through October 8, 2026
  • Background Checks/Screening - this will begin immediately after the in-person interviews conclude.
  • Conditional offers of hire and invitations to psychological, medical, and physical fitness exams will be sent out in October 2026. *Please note: Exams will be conducted in Boise on November 2, 2026, through November 3, 2026.
  • Estimated hire date – December 6, 2026
  • New Hire Orientation – December 7, 2026, through December 16, 2026
  • POST patrol academy – February 27, 2027, through May 28, 2027 

Want to Learn More about IDFG and becoming a Conservation Officer?

To learn more about becoming an IDFG Conservation Officer and the Department, please see the following:


Ready to Begin Your Journey?

If you’re ready for a career that combines purpose, adventure, and impact, apply to become an Idaho Fish and Game Conservation Officer today. 

  • EEO/Veteran's Preference.

Thank you for applying with us!

Contact
Rachel Byington
idfgjob@idfg.idaho.gov (preferred contact method)

On-Call Biologist III

Eocene Environmental (Private) | http://www.eocene.com

Details
Application Deadline:
09/30/2026
Published:
06/23/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/1/2026
Hours per Week:
1 - 40
Salary:
$32 to $40 per hour
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 6 years
Locations:
Boise, Idaho
Couer d’Alene, Idaho
Idaho Falls, Idaho
Lewiston, Idaho
McCall, Idaho
Sun Valley, Idaho
Twin Falls, Idaho
Description
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
Reports To: Project Manager
Job Type: On-Call, Variable-Time
Compensation: $32 - $40 per hour, based on relevant experience

Work for this role is anticipated to begin in late Summer 2026 and extend through Fall/Winter, with the potential to becoming full-time as work evolves.

About Eocene Environmental Group:
Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:

  • Forestry & Utility Division
  • Environmental Division
  • Technology & Innovation Division
  • Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY: The Biologist III is responsible for conducting biological research and fieldwork, performing impact analyses, supporting permit assessments, and preparing technical reports to support biological and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:
  • Conduct special‑status plant and wildlife surveys and inventories
  • Perform nesting bird surveys, vernal pool surveys, and habitat assessments, including plant community identification
  • Complete pre‑construction surveys to identify special‑status habitats and species
  • Provide biological monitoring during construction activities to ensure required resource protection measures are implemented
  • Work on portions of larger projects or manage multiple moderately sized projects, providing subject‑matter expertise in biology and ecology, including plant communities
  • Independently evaluate, select, apply, and adapt standard methodologies, techniques, and procedures
  • Review junior staff work for technical accuracy and provide technical guidance to other professionals and technicians
  • Evaluates and proposes adaptations to standard methodologies and procedures for non-routine components of assignments
  • Compose and review biological technical reports (desktop memorandum, BE and BA)
  • Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings
  • Perform a combination of field‑based and desktop work, with the ability to work long field days throughout the year
  • Support single‑day and multi‑day field assignments as required by project needs

OTHER DUTIES:  Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • Position will require some outside travel

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • B.S. degree in biology, ecology, natural resources, and/or a closely related discipline
  • Minimum of 6-8 years’ experience conducting nesting bird and/or special status wildlife surveys; providing project support as a lead biologist to prepare reports or findings that meet environmental compliance requirements
  • Ability to identify bird species and associated habitats
  • Ability to identify reptile and amphibian species and associated habitats
  • Ability to identify mammal species and associated habitats
  • Ability to identify plant communities and botanical species
  • Ability to work efficiently and meet short deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
  • Clear communication, organization, accuracy, motivation, dependability, and trustworthiness; ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Highly organized, motivated, thorough, accurate, dependable, and trustworthy
  • Ability to interact and coordinate with state, federal, and tribal agencies
  • Proficiency with standard field equipment and technology
  • Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with employees and vendors

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
  • Demonstrated experience conducting wildlife and plant surveys in Idaho
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Survey an average of 30 acres/5 miles per day and carry personal health and safety equipment (i.e., personal water, sunscreen, etc.)
  • Work in moderate weather conditions (fluctuating temperatures and inclement weather, including rain and snow)
  • Familiarity with basic use of ESRI GIS applications (including ArcGIS desktop, AGOL, Field Maps, Survey123, etc.)
  • Excellent navigation skills and good driving record
  • Experience driving a four-wheel drive vehicle off-road or in rough terrain
  • Experience in construction monitoring
  • Experience working around heavy machinery and communicating with construction crews
  • Familiarity with typical utility operations and maintenance activities
  • Possession of a Scientific Collecting or Federal 10a1a permit

SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
Support, actively participate in, and act in accordance with the company’s culture of safety and employee ownership. Comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations, and with company policies and procedures.

Contact
Eocene Human Resources
HR@eocene.com (preferred contact method)

Fisheries Biological Aide - Niagara Springs Hatchery IDFG

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State) | https://idfg.idaho.gov/?gad_campaignid=20182760127&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAog6oc3IkzSd7HY-gabVsBQntJFFK&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIhpihlbTWkQMVMhetBh2q4jt_EAAYASAAEgKMpPD_BwE

Details
Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/8/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
2131 Niagara Springs Rd (wendell, Idaho)
Description
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game Niagara Springs Fish Hatchery is seeking a Biological Aide starting September 8th.  (Start dates may be flexible). This position is located at the Niagara Springs Fish Hatchery located in Wendell, Idaho. This is a Non-Benefited Biological Aide temporary position and is expected to work up to 40 hours per week. Housing may be available for the employee only. No pets.

SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible.

General Information
Niagara Springs Hatchery is owned and funded by Idaho Power and is operated by the Idaho Department of Fish and Game. The hatchery is responsible for the production of Summer A-run Steelhead for the Salmon and Snake Rivers, and production of White Sturgeon for the Snake River. Incumbents must, with or without reasonable accommodations, be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and work in adverse weather conditions. Onsite housing may be available. Weekend & holiday rotation work required; irregular work schedules are frequent. Normal work hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Incumbents may work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces.
Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.
Qualifications
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures
Responsibilities
Perform routine fish husbandry duties at a Steelhead and White Sturgeon production hatchery. Responsibilities include, but not limited to: assist with egg collection, incubation, rearing, & stocking of Snake River White Sturgeon and Steelhead, weighing fish feed & feeding fish, cleaning rearing vessels, operating an automatic feed delivery system and 3 traveling bridges on 19 outdoor raceways, maintaining grounds, including an Idaho Power day park. Maintaining equipment, operating fish loading & transport equipment, data entry, and assisting other hatcheries when needed.
How To Apply

Submit Resume, 3 References, and a Temporary Application (link below) to:

Or

Bradyn Ford - IDFG

2131 Niagara Springs Grade

Wendell, ID 83355

**Emailed applications preferred but not mandatory**

EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.

Contact: Bradyn Ford
Email: bradyn.ford@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-536-2283

Contact
Bradyn Ford
bradyn.ford@idfg.idaho.gov (preferred contact method)

Fisheries Data Technician

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State) | https://idfg.idaho.gov/

Details
Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
9/21/2026
Ending Date:
5/14/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$17.13 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
3059 D National Fish Hatchery Road (Hagerman, Idaho)
Description
Location: Hagerman National Fish Hatchery – IDFG Hagerman, ID

Application period: Closes August 14th, 2026

Salary: $17.13 /hr plus competitive benefits 

Employment Dates: September 21st, 2026 – May 14th, 2027 (Flexible Start Date)
 
SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This job announcement will remain open until the position has been filled. Applications will be periodically reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply and submit their applications as soon as possible.  
 
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Fisheries Data Technician. This position will be located at our Hagerman National Fish Hatcherylocated in Hagerman, ID. This is a     8-month   benefited temporary position and is expected to work up to 40 hours per week. Housing is available for the employee only. No pets. 
 
Hagerman National Fish Hatchery is located just outside the town of Hagerman, ID and about 30 mins from Twin Falls, right along the scenic Snake River. The hatchery is responsible for rearing 1.56 million steelhead. Steelhead smolts are raised from eyed eggs received from Sawtooth Fish Hatchery in Stanley, ID, and released back into the Salmon River in April. Both hatcheries are funded by the Lower Snake River Compensation Plan. A typical schedule is 7:00 am to 3:30 pm Monday – Friday with rotating weekend work. 
 
Why IDFG? We are a premier natural resource agency dedicated to preserving, protecting, perpetuating, and managing Idaho's fish and wildlife for this great state. We are committed to creativity, innovation, and excellence as we cultivate opportunities for our customers to engage with our natural resources and become resource stewards for future generations. We are highly dedicated to our mission, committed to our team, and we know how to balance work/life commitments while loving the work we do.
 
What We Offer: 
 
 
Supplemental Information: 
Incumbents may be required to travel to remote locations for spawning or sampling operations. These positions involve standing and working in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 60 pounds and occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; operate four-wheel drive and off-road vehicles; and working in extreme weather conditions. Incumbents working at fish hatcheries work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
 
Responsibilities:
·         Assists in monitoring development of eggs and fry
·         Implements feeding schedules required for specific growth rates
·         Cleans tanks and raceways
·         Observes fish behavior for signs of stress or disease
·         Implements water and feed treatments and prophylactic measures as directed
·         Grades and sorts fish
·         Removes and enumerates daily fish mortality
·         Tracks hatchery inventory of various species and sizes of fish
·         Crowds, loads, transports, and stocks fish
·         Maintains records and contributes to reports documenting hatchery activities, water readings, data entry, fish diseases and treatments, and production studies
·         Maintains hatchery facilities using power tools and landscaping equipment
·         Provide hatchery tours and interact professionally with the public
·         Crew leader for the other seasonal staff
 
Minimum Qualifications: (These qualifications are required)
 
•         Some knowledge of life history, anatomy, and ecology of various fish species.
•         Experience: recording, summarizing, and analyzing scientific data; diagnosing and repairing minor mechanical problems.
•         Valid driver's license.
Minimum Qualifications Specialty: (These qualifications are required.)
·         Some knowledge of aquaculture and the growing and maintaining of fish.
 
Additional consideration may be given at the time of the interview to candidates who have this experience. Please be sure to include any experience you have in these areas. 
 
 
To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:
 
Thank you for applying with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game!
 
 
EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.
 
To Apply:
Complete an IDFG Application for Temporary Employment https://idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/application-temporary.pdf 
Submit a cover letter, a resume, three professional or academic references, and a completed IDFG Application for Temporary Employment via email (preferred) or by mail to:
 
Idaho Department of Fish and Game
Attention: Sage Pike
3059D National Fish Hatchery Rd
Hagerman, ID 83332
 
Contact:
Sage Pike
 208-837-4896
3059D National Fish Hatchery Rd
Hagerman, ID 83332
Contact
Sage Pike
sage.hallenbeck@idfg.idaho.gov (preferred contact method)

Biological Aide

Idaho Department of Fish and Game (State) | https://idfg.idaho.gov/

Details
Application Deadline:
09/15/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Ending Date:
after 1/22/2027
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$15 per hour
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
1060 State Fish hatchery Rd (Hagerman, Idaho)
Description
The Hagerman State Fish Hatchery (HSFH) is currently seeking a temporary Fisheries Biological Aide to aid in daily operations which include fish husbandry and culture, data management, sample counts, and facility maintenance. This position is approximately a 4.75-month assignment and will work forty (40) hours a week.  Work schedules may include weekends and holidays. HSFH is located just outside the town of Hagerman, ID and about 35 mins from Twin Falls right along the scenic Snake River. The hatchery is responsible for rearing 1.2 million rainbow trout and releasing in Idaho's tributaries, lakes, and reservoirs.

 

General Information:

This position may stand and work in cold water for up to eight hours per shift; hitch and pull trailers; lift and carry up to 60+ pounds with occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 pounds for short distances; and work in extreme weather conditions. Operate motorized equipment including ATVs, landscaping equipment, and/or UTVs. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Incumbents working at fish hatcheries work with toxic chemicals and around heavy dust, high voltage, loud noises, and slippery surfaces.

Dorm-style housing is available for the employee only. No pets.

 

Job Description: 

The incumbent must be able to perform routine fish rearing duties at a fish hatchery. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: weighing fish feed and feeding fish; cleaning tanks, raceways and incubators; removing and enumerating daily fish and egg mortality; maintaining facilities, grounds and equipment; operating power tools, pressure washers and landscaping equipment; operating fish loading and transport equipment, crowding and netting fish; recording biological data, data entry, and maintaining various records and forms; provide hatchery tours; and/or observe fish for abnormal behavior; practice safe chemical use.

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Must be at least 18 years old

Possess a valid drivers license

Experience following oral and written instructions, policies, and procedures

Some knowledge of animal husbandry

Experience operating power tools

 

EEO/Veteran’s Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.

 

To Apply:

Complete an IDFG Application for Temporary Employment https://idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/application-temporary.pdf

(Submit a cover letter, a resume, three professional or academic references, and a completed IDFG Application for Temporary Employment via email (preferred) or by mail to:

 

Daniel Anta

Daniel.anta@idfg.idaho.gov

208-837-4892

1060 State Fish Hatchery Road

Hagerman, ID 83332

 

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:

 

Thank you for applying with the Idaho Department of Fish and Game!

Contact
Daniel Anta
Daniel.anta@idfg.idaho.gov (preferred contact method)

Young Adult Crew Leader, Urban and Community Forestry (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private) | https://www.nwyouthcorps.org/

Details
Application Deadline:
09/07/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/8/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$775 to $825 per week
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 1 year
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
Description
LOCATION: Boise, ID. This is a community-based crew without housing or camping provided.  

COMPENSATION: $775-$825/week, depending on Crew Leaders' new/returning status and WFR/WEMT certifications. All Crew Leaders receive a $684/week training wage for their 10-day training.    

PROGRAM DATES:  

  
HOURS/TERMS: This is a full-time, session-based position. Typical hours are Monday - Friday (possibly Tuesday-Saturday or even Sunday through Thursday), 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. No overtime will be allowed. Hours may vary due to weather, IFPL levels, training needs, etc.  


ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:  

Since 1984, Northwest Youth Corps has given tens of thousands of youth and young adults opportunities to learn, grow, and experience success. Through partnerships with conservation agencies, youth and young adults gain the personal and professional skills needed to carry out a variety of stewardship projects, from which they can earn a stipend, high school credit, and/or an AmeriCorps educational award.  

More importantly, these young people gain skills needed to become economically and socially self-sufficient, benefit their communities as citizen stewards, and recognize that they can make a positive difference. NYC also operates an accredited charter school, internship program, and the Idaho Conservation Corps (ICC).  

  
POSITION SUMMARY:  

Urban Community Forestry (UCF) Young Adult Crew Leaders (CLs) will manage and supervise crews of up to 5 young adults, ages 19-26. Schedules will typically be Monday through Friday; however, schedules may vary for certain training, etc. days. Crew Leaders are responsible for completing a variety of conservation-oriented projects on public and/or private lands and for implementing a safe, highly efficient crew experience, including facilitating work to be performed, managing break times, our education curriculum, and more.  

CLs are well-balanced individuals who work hard and embody compassion, patience, and an inspirational attitude. In many ways, CLs teach our participants how to navigate the project work and social environment with grace and positivity. CLs deliver an impactful, educational experience to young people in their communities. This position can also provide an entry point into the fields of natural resource management, youth development, outdoor education, and more. CLs assist in creating resilient communities through improving urban forest health, reducing wildfire risk, and enhancing urban green spaces in underserved communities.  


Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

  • Leadership and Mentorship 
  • Safety and Risk Management 
  • Project Management and Implementation 
  • Education Curriculum 
  

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS: 

  • At least 20 years old.  
  • Pass a criminal history background check.  
  • Be able to arrive on time to the pre-designated meeting point during all training and service  
  • Desire to learn and grow.  
  • Positive mental attitude, flexibility, and commitment to success.  
  • Excellent judgment  
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality  
  • Ability to listen, give and take feedback.  
  • Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneself, others, and the environment.  
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification or ability to obtain certification before their participation. Reimbursement (up to $40) of this certification is possible upon completion of the session.  
  • Current Driver's License and acceptable driving record for the past three years (Driver's License Background Check required).  
  • Education in a related field and/or experience in outdoor recreation, environmental education, youth development, or educational fields preferred (Experience in conservation work and/or youth programming will be considered in place of education.) 
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Applicants must be in good physical condition; capable of working on strenuous, labor-intensive projects, as training and work projects often require heavy lifting, constant bending, digging, and being on foot for 8 hours per day.  

  • Physical Condition: Applicants in good physical condition, capable of working long hours on strenuous, labor-intensive projects are preferred as NYC's work projects often require heavy lifting, constant bending, digging, and long hikes to and from the worksite.  
  • Work environment: temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.  
  
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.  


TO APPLY: Full job description and application can be found here: https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/pages/opportunitiesbycategory/. For questions, contact: Claire Dullea, ClaireD@Idahocc.org  

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Contact
Claire Dullea
contact via the web posting is preferred (see Details section)

AmeriCorps Crew Member (Boise, Idaho)

Northwest Youth Corps (Private) | https://www.nwyouthcorps.org/

Details
Application Deadline:
09/20/2026
Published:
06/30/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/21/2026
Ending Date:
after 12/18/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$9,636.35 to $9,637 per year
Education Required:
High School Diploma
Experience Required:
none
Location:
6051 W Corporal Ln (Boise, Idaho)
Description
LOCATION: Boise, ID. Local housing is not provided for this program. Project locations generally include parks and natural areas in the Treasure Valley Area. Local housing is not provided for this program 

DATES / HOURS: The service term of 480 total hours runs from September 21 through December 18, 2026. This program operates Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-4:30 pm (some variation expected, occasional Tuesday-Friday). 

All missed days must be made up to complete the service term, and supporting documentation may be required for compelling circumstances.  

BENEFITS/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES: Members receive a total stipend of $7,680 (before taxes) dispersed in pro-rated monthly increments, plus an AmeriCorps Education Award of $1,956.35 upon successful completion of the service term of 480 total hours, which can be used for college tuition, loans, trade schools, or outdoor certificates.  

UCF Crew members can gain industry-recognized credentials and skills that can be added to their CV/Resume. These will help Crew members gain access to outdoor-related careers. Depending on your crew's projects, training MAY cover the following topics:  

  • Brush Cutter Operation and Maintenance 
  • Wood Chipper Operation  
  • Driver (select members only) and Trailer Use  
  • Tool Use and Maintenance  
  • Native and Invasive Species Identification  
  • Forestry Education, including Tree Identification, Proper Tree Planting and Maintenance techniques, Common Health Issues in Trees, Surveying Techniques  
  • OHSA Training  
  

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:  

Help create robust urban forests that reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions to improve public health and well-being.  

Northwest Youth Corps is seeking young people aged 19-26 interested in a jobs-training and educational opportunity, working outdoors while making a positive impact on urban forests. Work completed by this crew will help develop the urban tree canopy in areas deemed underserved by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).  

Urban and Community Forestry (UCF) crew members will work with four other members and one crew leader to complete urban forest health projects. Experienced field staff provide training and education on urban forestry projects, including tree planting and maintenance, wildfire fuels mitigation, invasive plant management, and tree surveying. Field staff will provide training and education for all projects.  

The work is physical and rigorous. Crews work in all weather and terrain and use a variety of hand and power tools in primarily urban areas. A key focus is building leadership and cooperation within the team. Prior experience is not necessary, and all training is provided, but maturity, teamwork, and openness to new challenges are vital.  

  

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • 19-26 years old (age at enrollment) 
  • US citizenship or permanent residency  
  • High School Diploma, GED*  
  • *If you do not currently hold a High School Diploma or GED, NYC may be able to waive this requirement and provide support under the condition that the GED exam is taken within 60 days of completing the session  
  • Pass a background check  
  • Current First Aid/CPR certification, or applicants must obtain certification before their participation. Reimbursement (up to $35) for this certification may be available upon completion of the session.  
  • Ability to arrive on time at the pre-designated meeting point during all training and service  
  • Desire to learn and grow  
  • Positive mental attitude, flexibility, and commitment to success  
  • Excellent judgment  
  • Consistent attendance and punctuality 
  • Ability to listen, give and take feedback  
  • Desire to go the extra mile to make a positive impact on oneself, others, and the environment  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Applicants must be in good physical condition; capable of working on strenuous, labor-intensive projects, as training and work projects often require heavy lifting, constant bending, digging, and being on foot for 8 hours per day.  

  • Physical Condition: Applicants in good physical condition, capable of working long hours on strenuous, labor-intensive projects are preferred as NYC's work projects often require heavy lifting, constant bending, digging, and long hikes to and from the worksite.  
  • Work environment: temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.  
  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.  

 

TO APPLY: Full job description and application can be found here: https://nwyouthcorps.workbrightats.com/pages/opportunitiesbycategory/. For questions, please contact Aggie Ryan, Member Services Coordinator: aggier@nwyouthcorps.org

Northwest Youth Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Contact
Aggie Ryan
contact via the web posting is preferred (see Details section)

Executive Director

private (Private) | https://idahoconservation.org/

Details
Application Deadline:
09/11/2026
Published:
08/06/2026
Starting Date:
after 7/10/2026
Hours per Week:
at least 40
Salary:
$110,000 to $150,000 per year
Education Required:
none
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Location:
Boise, Idaho
Description
The Idaho Conservation League is Idaho’s oldest and largest conservation organization. The Idaho Conservation League (ICL) is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven leader or leadership team. We are open to receiving applications from individual candidates interested in the Executive Director role, as well as pre-formed co-director teams who wish to apply as Co-Executive Directors. The Executive Director or Co-Executive Directors are responsible for developing and overseeing administration, programs, implementing and measuring progress towards the strategic plan, fundraising, partnership development, and advancing community engagement. The Executive Director or co-Executive Directors report directly to the Board of Directors
Contact
Andrea Banducci
ICLjobs@idahoconservation.org (preferred contact method)

Northwest Resource Coordinator

Western Landowners Alliance (Private) | https://westernlandowners.org/

Details
Application Deadline:
08/22/2026
Published:
07/29/2026
Starting Date:
after 8/6/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$60,000 to $75,000 per year
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
at least 3 years
Locations:
Oregon
Idaho
Washington
remote work allowed
Tags:
Graduate Opportunities
Description
About Western Landowners Alliance (WLA): Founded in 2012 by landowners and managers, the organization aims to increase the wellbeing of working lands in the American West and the living communities, including human and wildlife, that depend on them.

Position Overview: WLA’s Working Wild Challenge (WWC) program is designed to support landowners in achieving positive outcomes for both working lands and wildlife. The Northwest Resource Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and coordination of WWC initiatives, including reducing conflicts between wildlife and livestock and improving economic and regulatory support for ecological stewardship, on working lands.

Amount of Time & Status: 40 hours a week, exempt, Monday-Friday

Location: This position is remote, but individuals must be located in eastern Oregon, western Idaho, or southeastern Washington. Periodic travel will be required.

Reports to: Working Wild Challenge Program Manager

Compensation: $60,000-$75,000. Salary is commensurate with experience. Western Landowners Alliance offers comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, parental and medical leave, 403b retirement savings account with a discretionary match, life insurance, short-term disability benefits, and an employee assistance program.

Duties/Responsibilities Include:

  • Coordinate implementation of WWC projects and related grants throughout the Northwest, with an emphasis on Oregon, ensuring activities are completed on time and aligned with program goals.
  • In collaboration with the WWC program director, develop strategies, objectives, and priorities that advance wildlife-livestock conflict reduction across the Northwest.
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen collaborative relationships with landowners, livestock producers, and government agencies (i.e. US Fish & Wildlife Services, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, USDA APHIS Wildlife Services), producer groups, and other community-based organizations to advance conflict reduction efforts.
  • Coordinate and expand Oregon landowner participation in WLA’s practitioner calls the Conflict Reduction Consortium, and other peer-learning opportunities.
  • Facilitate workshops, field tours, webinars, and other outreach and educational events that promote peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and adoption of effective wildlife conflict reduction practices.
  • Connect landowners and producers with regional, state and federal technical assistance, funding opportunities, and other resources that support wildlife conflict reduction on working lands.
  • Support WLA communications and stewardship services by contributing content and engaging members, landowners, and land managers to increase awareness of program opportunities and successes.
  • Provide technical and programmatic expertise to support public policy initiatives and economic strategies related to reducing wildlife conflict on working lands in the Northwest.
  • Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience required
  • Working knowledge of wildlife management and conservation practices and policies
  • Working knowledge of land and natural resource issues in the West including agriculture, ranching, conservation, and policies related to these issues
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain positive working relationships
  • Experience working with landowners
  • Experience and demonstrated success in working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders toward a common goal
  • Experience facilitating meetings and working with diverse constituencies
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; detail oriented, strong independent work ethic; and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
  • Willingness and ability to maintain confidential information and work with diverse populations
  • Strong technology literacy and adaptability, including the ability to learn and effectively use new software, digital tools, and collaborative platforms.

Working Environment/Physical Activities: Work environment is an office setting with occasional field visits. Physical activities include sitting at a desk and working on a keyboard and computer several hours a day; conducting business over the telephone and via email; standing for long periods of time; periodic travel and traveling by plane and long distances by vehicles (including traveling on unpaved roads). This position may also require moving agency materials up to 25 pounds. This position requires the ability to facilitate meetings and interface professionally with the public.

Application Procedure: Please submit your resume and cover letter (required) via our website. Please, no phone calls. Western Landowners Alliance values diversity and inclusivity and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all team members regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or political affiliation. We encourage all qualified and interested candidates to apply.

Target start date:
Immediately. 

Contact
Makenzie O'Neill
contact via the web posting is preferred (see Details section)

Postdoctoral Research Associate: Deep Learning for Ecological Remote Sensing

Boise State University (State)

Details
Application Deadline:
08/14/2026
Published:
07/21/2026
Starting Date:
after 9/1/2026
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
starting at $78,000 per year
Education Required:
Doctorate
Experience Required:
none
Locations:
Boise, Idaho
Burns, Oregon
Tags:
Faculty / Post-Doc Appointments
Description
The Department of Biological Sciences at Boise State University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to lead the development of next-generation deep learning methods for identifying plant species from drone imagery. The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team developing an open-source artificial intelligence platform for mapping rangeland plant communities from unoccupied aerial systems (UAS). The project combines deep learning, transfer learning, and web-based tools to make high-resolution ecological mapping broadly accessible to researchers and land managers.

Responsibilities

The successful applicant will play a leading role in developing deep learning algorithms capable of identifying plants to species in UAS imagery. Primary responsibilities include:

  • Developing convolutional neural networks (CNNs), object detection models, transfer learning approaches, and multi-temporal image analysis workflows.
  • Building open-source software and web applications that enable researchers and land managers to generate species maps from UAS imagery.
  • Publishing results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
  • Collaborating closely with ecologists, statisticians, federal scientists, and stakeholder organizations.

Required Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Remote Sensing, Engineering, Ecology, or a closely related discipline (completed by the start date).
  • Demonstrated expertise in deep learning and computer vision.
  • Strong programming skills in Python.
  • Experience developing or implementing convolutional neural networks and modern deep learning frameworks (e.g., PyTorch or TensorFlow).
  • Experience working with large image datasets.
  • Strong publication record and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary research team.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • Species classification, object detection, semantic segmentation, or transfer learning
  • Drone (UAS) image acquisition and processing
  • Structure-from-motion photogrammetry 
  • Geospatial analyses
  • Development of interactive web applications or scientific software
  • Dryland, rangeland, or plant ecology
Applicants are not expected to have expertise in every area. We encourage candidates with strong machine learning backgrounds who are excited about applying their skills to ecological and environmental problems.


Salary and Appointment

  • Salary: $78,000 per year plus benefits.
  • Initial appointment is for two years, with extension possible based on satisfactory performance and continued funding.
  • Preferred start date is September 2026.

Location

The successful applicant may choose to be based in either:

  • Boise, Idaho, at Boise State University, or
  • Burns, Oregon, at the Eastern Oregon Agricultural Research Center.
Both locations provide opportunities for close interaction with project collaborators. Periodic travel between Boise and Burns, as well as occasional travel to meetings, conferences, workshops, and collaborator institutions, will be expected.


About the Project

The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team using deep learning and drone imagery to better understand plant communities in dryland ecosystems of western North America. The project builds on an extensive existing dataset consisting of tens of thousands of georeferenced individual plants paired with high-resolution UAS imagery collected across multiple landscapes in Idaho and Oregon, providing an exceptional foundation for developing and testing new computer vision algorithms.

The primary objective is to develop robust deep learning approaches for identifying individual plant species from drone imagery that generalize across landscapes, sensors, and environmental conditions. These methods will enable researchers to address a range of scientific questions, including how grazing influences plant community composition, which plant species are detectable using drone imagery, and how uncertainty in AI predictions affects ecological inference. The project will combine advances in computer vision, transfer learning, and statistical modeling to produce open, reproducible tools that support both ecological research and rangeland management.

The postdoctoral researcher will collaborate with scientists from Boise State University, the USDA Agricultural Research Service, and the Sevilleta Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) program. The postdoctoral researcher will be co-supervised by Dr. Trevor Caughlin (Boise State University), Dr. Peter Olsoy (USDA ARS), and Dr. Stella Copeland (USDA ARS). 

To Apply

Applicants should submit via email to trevorcaughlin@boisestate.edu with the subject line: “Deep learning postdoctoral position”

  • Cover letter describing research interests and relevant experience
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Contact information for three references
  • Up to three representative publications or software projects 
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Contact
Trevor Caughlin
trevorcaughlin@boisestate.edu (preferred contact method)