Statewide Spawning Crew Technician 2026-01193

Statewide Spawning Crew Technician 2026-01193

Salary

$19.40 Hourly

Location

Pinedale, WY

Job Type

Temporary Full-time

Job Number

2026-01193

Department

Game & Fish Division

Division

Fish

Opening Date

04/28/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Job Classification

ATTP99

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Join the Wyoming Game and Fish Department for an exciting five-month opportunity to work hands-on in fisheries conservation across Wyoming. This position supports the statewide spawning crew with egg and gamete collection from wild salmonid populations and captive hatchery brood stocks, playing an important role in sustaining Wyoming's fisheries resources. Experience the unique opportunity to assist in planning and conducting annual helicopter fish stocking operations while also contributing to fish hatchery operations through stocking, construction projects, grounds maintenance, and daily hatchery work. If you enjoy working outdoors, contributing to conservation, and being part of meaningful wildlife management efforts, this is an adventure worth exploring.

Human Resource Contact: Dezzaree Schott / dezzaree.schott@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Duties will include, but not be limited to, capturing and spawning wild fish using a variety of capture methods, including electro-fishing, trap nets, in-stream weirs, and gill nets.
• Assist with spawning research, data collection, and data entry.
• Be a self-starter and, at times, comfortable working alone.
• Using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and other equipment.
• Servicing and maintaining tools and equipment.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Preference may be given to those with a high school diploma and one year of experience in fishery and wildlife management or college coursework towards a degree in fishery and wildlife management, biology, or ichthyology.

Preference may be given to those who attach a resume and cover letter with their online state application. Cover letters should include career plans, education, applicable class work to the position, experience, and dates available for employment.

The agency requires that the successful applicant possess a valid drivers license.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Of fish, fisheries, spawning practices, and general fish egg care.
• How to operate watercraft, 4WD vehicles, ATVs, and experience pulling trailers.
• Maintaining equipment and facilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Extended travel (4-7 days) and overnight stays in campers to maintain and operate fish spawning & trapping operations.
• Working outdoors, in remote areas, and in various environmental conditions.
• At times, work may be performed during irregular work hours.
• Some occasional lifting will be necessary.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• The start date for this position is flexible, starting either June 1st or June 16, and running to October 31st, 2026.
• Housing is provided for this position, and may be a combination of campers and a house.
• Applicants should be interested in or pursuing a career in fisheries, wildlife, or resource management.
• Waders, uniforms, rain gear, and other necessary gear will be provided.
• No previous fisheries experience is required.

Supplemental Information

040-Game & Fish-Fish Division

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URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Non Benefit Position

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(AA) Describe your relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description.

04

Do you have a high school diploma and one year of experience in fishery and wildlife management?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you taking college coursework towards a degree in fishery and wildlife management, biology, or ichthyology?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

07

Have you attached a resume and cover letter with their online state application? Cover letters should include career plans, education, applicable class work to the position, experience, and dates available for employment. This is required for your application to be complete.

• Yes
• No

08

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

10

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

11

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

12

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

13

(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm