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Idaho Fish and Game

Wildlife Technician

Salmon, ID · On-site

$18.61/hr

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is seeking a Wildlife Technician. This position will be located at our Salmon Regional Office located in Salmon, Idaho. This is a temporary 8-month position and ...

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Technical Records Specialist 1

Boise, ID · On-site

$18.61/hr

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Career Opportunity SPECIAL NOTIFICATION: This position is exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho ...

LUMA

Technical Records Specialist 1

Boise, ID · On-site

$18.61 - $22.42/hr

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Career Opportunity Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MDT on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is seeking ...

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Volunteer Services Coordinator

Nampa, ID · On-site

$25.51 - $31.89/hr

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Career Opportunity Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MDT on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game is currently ...

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License Operations Manager

Boise, ID · On-site

$37.78 - $47.22/hr

Idaho Department of Fish and Game Opportunity Please Note: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. The Idaho Department of Fish and Game (IDFG) is seeking a ...

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Fred Meyer

FRONT END/CASHIER

Idaho Falls, ID

$11.25 - $15.25/hr

Provide lottery service (except Alaska) and fish and game licenses * Send/receive faxes * Administer lost and found * Run vendor reports * Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes ...

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Campground Host

Cascade, ID · On-site

$50/day

The Host maintains a professional line of communication with the Campground Coordinator, Idaho Fish and Game, and local law enforcement to report infrastructure damage, supply needs, or emergency ...

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How much do fish game jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for fish game in Idaho is $21.26, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $26.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the typical duties performed by a Fish and Game Officer on a day-to-day basis?

Fish and Game Officers often patrol designated areas to enforce fish and wildlife regulations, conduct investigations into illegal hunting or fishing activities, and perform inspections of equipment and licenses. They may also engage in wildlife management tasks such as monitoring animal populations, collecting biological data, and rehabilitating injured wildlife. A significant part of the role involves educating the public about conservation practices and ensuring safety in outdoor recreational areas. Officers typically work outdoors in various weather conditions and collaborate with other local and federal agencies to preserve natural resources.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Fish Game position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Fish Game Officer or Fish and Game Warden role, you need a background in wildlife management, law enforcement, and environmental science, often supported by a degree in a related field. Familiarity with GPS systems, mapping software, and relevant law enforcement certification or training is typically required. Strong observation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with the public are important soft skills. These abilities allow for effective resource protection, law enforcement, and public education in outdoor and sometimes challenging environments.

What is a Fish Game job?

A Fish Game job typically involves working with arcade-style fish hunting games, which are electronic gambling or skill-based games popular in gaming lounges and online platforms. Employees in this role might be responsible for operating machines, assisting players, maintaining game systems, or managing payments and winnings. Depending on the position, roles can range from customer service to technical support or game development.

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Infographic showing various Fish Game job openings in Idaho as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,213 per year, or $21.3 per hour.

Fisheries Data Technician

Idaho Fish and Game

Hagerman, ID • On-site

$17.13/hr

Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job 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 Hatchery located 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:
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems
  • Generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start
  • Eleven paid holidays in a year
  • Eight weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Multiple saving plans-optional 401k and 457 plans
  • Group Life Insurance/Disability Insurance/Supplemental Life Insurance - state provided basic life insurance coverage and affordable supplemental plans
  • Public Sector Student Loan Forgiveness (eligibility requirements may apply)
  • Employee Assistance Program - confidential support, information, and resources for all of life's challenges
  • State and Department Wellness Programs
  • Ongoing training opportunities

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:
  • (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen

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.
How To Apply
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
sage.hallenbeck@idfg.idaho.gov
208-837-4896
3059D National Fish Hatchery Rd
Hagerman, ID 83332
EEO/Veteran's Preference. If qualified applicants are found, this announcement may close before the listed closing date.
URL: https://idfg.idaho.gov/jobs/application-temporary
Contact: Sage Pike
Email: sage.hallenbeck@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-837-4896

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