Job Description - Biology Field Technician 1 (26141909)
Position Title:
Biology Field Technician 1 - (26141909)
THE OUTSIDE IS IN US ALL.
Announcement:
Please remember to attach the required documents listed in this announcement.
Resume
Applications missing the requested documents will be considered incomplete and may not progress further in the process. Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. The State Application is not a substitute for a Resume. This position closes at 11:59 PM Mountain Time on July 27, 2026. You must apply through the State of Montana Career site.
Special Information:
Identity of applicants who become finalists may be released to the public if the Department deems it necessary. Employees who exceed 1,040 hours in a calendar year are also provided health, dental and life insurance. Other benefits include retirement, paid vacation, sick and holidays. This position may be covered by a VEBA (Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association).
A successful applicant will be subject to a background investigation.
Women and minorities are under-represented in this job category and are encouraged to apply.
Effective June 22, 2026, this agency is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/
Specific Job Information:
No more than 45 days of work will be provided. Workdays will be scheduled based on the operational needs of the hatchery and may not be consecutive.
Employees should expect schedules to be determined solely by the operational needs of the hatchery. Workdays, start times, and hours may vary. Applicants must have the flexibility to accommodate. Individuals who require a consistent, preplanned work schedule or who cannot maintain on-call availability are unlikely to be a good fit for this position.
Duties include performing a variety of general hatchery tasks, such as weed trimming, pond cleanup, and assisting hatchery staff with assigned projects and other related duties as needed.
Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):
The knowledge, skills, and abilities of this position are normally attained through experience.
Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: Not Applicable
Salary: $
17.11 - 17.11 Hourly
Telework Eligibility: Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility: Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan
Number of Openings
: 1 Employee Status: Seasonal Schedule: Variable
Job Type
: Standard
Shift
: Variable
Travel
: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Primary Location
: West Yellowstone
Agency: Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks Union: 000 - None
Posting Date
: Jul 24, 2026, 2:40:12 AM
Closing Date (based on your computer''s timezone)
: Jul 28, 2026, 11:29:00 AM
Required Application Materials: Resume
Contact Name: Shelby Hughes | Contact Email: fwpemp@mt.gov | Contact Phone: 406-444-3024 Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.