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Idaho Fish and Game

Wildlife Technician

Salmon, ID · On-site

$18.61/hr

Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Frequent (overnight) in-state travel may be ... This may include capture, field monitoring, and data management. • Assist regional staff with ...

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Wildlife Specialist

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$18 - $20/hr

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Wildlife Management Specialist

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How much do weekend wildlife monitor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend wildlife monitor in the United States is $21.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Wildlife Monitor vs Weekend Park Ranger?

AspectWeekend Wildlife MonitorWeekend Park Ranger
Required CertificationsWildlife observation, basic environmental trainingFirst aid, park safety, sometimes law enforcement
Work EnvironmentWildlife habitats, conservation areasNational/state parks, visitor centers
Employer & IndustryEnvironmental organizations, conservation groupsGovernment parks, recreation departments
Common Search/ComparisonWildlife monitoring, conservation workPark management, visitor safety

The Weekend Wildlife Monitor primarily focuses on observing and recording wildlife in natural habitats, often for research or conservation purposes. In contrast, the Weekend Park Ranger is responsible for maintaining park safety, assisting visitors, and enforcing regulations. While both roles involve outdoor work in protected areas, the Wildlife Monitor emphasizes wildlife observation, whereas the Park Ranger has a broader role in park management and visitor services.

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Wildlife Technician

Idaho Fish and Game

Salmon, ID • On-site

$18.61/hr

Temporary

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Wildlife Technician
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 Wildlife Technician. This position will be located at our Salmon Regional Office located in Salmon, Idaho. This is a temporary 8-month position and is expected to work up to 40 hours per week. There may be opportunity to extend the duration of employment at the end of the 8 months.
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.
EEO/Veteran's Preference
To learn more about the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, please see the following:
  • (Video) Idaho Fish and Game - We Make It Happen

General Information
Positions in this classification are used for wildlife management and wildlife research. This position will provide field support for a large bighorn sheep research project, as well as field duties to support management of various big game and non-game wildlife species. This position will be required to travel to remote locations for data collection and management activities and will require the physical ability to walk and backpack for several hours; operate four-wheel drive and/or off-road vehicles; lift and carry up to 65 pounds; and work in extreme weather conditions. Evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Frequent (overnight) in-state travel may be required.
Qualifications
• Some knowledge of wildlife ecology and habitat requirements; and wildlife management practices.
• Experience recording, summarizing, and analyzing biological data.
• Valid driver's license.
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will have experience with wildlife capture and handling, monitoring marked wildlife and field necropsy techniques. 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.
Responsibilities
• Collect and manage large data sets for wildlife management. This may include preliminary analysis and organization of data.
• Assist regional staff with bighorn sheep disease management research projects. This may include capture, field monitoring, and data management.
• Assist regional staff with Chronic Wasting Disease monitoring through collection of biological samples and hunter interviews.
• Assist with wildlife monitoring actions the may include use of radio telemetry, conducting field necropsies, visual observations, and GPS based monitoring.
• Assist regional staff with responding to nuisance and injured wildlife.
• Participating in wildlife population surveys, including ground and aerial surveys, and interviewing hunters to obtain harvest data at check stations.
• Work and hike, with or without reasonable accommodation, in challenging and adverse terrain and weather conditions, including some long workdays, overnight stays, and weekend work.
• Safely use and maintain hand tools, power tools, 4WD vehicles, OHVs, inflatable rafts and kayaks.
How To Apply
1. Complete an IDFG application for temporary employment (see link below).
2. Submit a letter of interest, resume, and a completed IDFG application for temporary employment (preferably by email) to: jason.husseman@idfg.idaho.gov
IDFG Temporary Employment Form:
https://idfg.idaho.gov/sites/default/files/application-temporary.pdf
Contact: Jason Husseman
Email: jason.husseman@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-756-2271
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: Jason Husseman
Email: jason.husseman@idfg.idaho.gov
Phone: 208-756-2271

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