Fisheries Technician 1 (Full-Time, Seasonal) - Free housing available
Georgia Department of Natural Resources (State)
Details
Application Deadline:
05/05/2025
Published:
04/23/2025
Starting Date:
after 6/2/2025
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$14 per hour
Education Required:
Bachelors
Experience Required:
none
Location:
2065 Highway 278 (Social Circle, Georgia)
Description
Agency: Georgia DNR – WRD – Fisheries Management – Stream Survey Program
Position: 6-month seasonal technician: PSN 00152930 (Seasonal Nat Res Wkr) start early June
Position: 6-month seasonal technician: PSN 00152930 (Seasonal Nat Res Wkr) start early June
Responsibilities: Sampling stream fish throughout Georgia using backpack electrofishing and seining techniques, completing habitat and water quality assessments, repairing and maintaining sampling equipment, assisting with grounds work, data entry, life history and fish distribution research, and other duties as assigned. Daily and overnight (1-3 nights per week) travel required. Fieldwork days frequently extend beyond eight hours. Lodging, travel reimbursement (per diem), sampling gear, and uniforms provided.
Qualifications: Individuals with an interest in fisheries management, stream ecology, and/or ichthyology are encouraged to apply. Applicants should be capable of performing long days of strenuous work in adverse conditions.
Compensation: $14.00/hour, plus free housing and travel per diem
To Apply: Complete the DNR Application of Employment
Duration: 6-months - Not more than 168 calendar days from start.
Please send the completed application and three references to Jessica.Rath@dnr.ga.gov. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Jessica Rath
Stream Survey Biologist
(404) 801-7265
Stream Survey Program, Fisheries
2065 US Highway 278 SE
Social Circle, GA 30025
2065 US Highway 278 SE
Social Circle, GA 30025
Contact
Jessica Rath
jessica.rath@dnr.ga.gov (preferred contact method)