NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Instream Flow Technician 2026-00062
Cheyenne, WY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.40/hr - $19.40/hrThe Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking to hire one (1) full-time, seasonal Instream Flow Technician to assist in conducting instream flow studies on native cutthroat trout streams in western Wyoming. This temporary position involves using surveying equipment and data collection tools to gather stream habitat data and requires effective communication with the public and agency personnel.
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Responsibilities
Use land surveying equipment (total station, auto level, laser level), GPS devices, velocity meters, and data loggers to collect stream channel morphology, depth, velocity, water level, discharge, substrate, cover, temperature, and other stream habitat data in remote areas
Operate 4X4 vehicles
Perform data entry and quality control
Review and manage images from phone and trail cameras
Perform routine maintenance of sampling gear
Electronically scan and file historical instream flow study documents
Communicate well with members of the public, landowners, and personnel from various agencies and professionally represent the WGFD
Maintain a positive attitude during inclement weather, physically demanding conditions, and during interactions with members of the public
Qualification
Required
Must have a valid driver's license
Ability to perform fieldwork under adverse weather conditions
Ability to wade swift streams
Ability to carry a 40 lb. backpack while hiking into and out of the backcountry
Must be willing to perform extensive travel across the state in Department vehicles
Overnight travel will be required
Camping in remote areas may be required
Weekend and holiday work may be required
Must be willing to work irregular hours, including early mornings and late evenings
Use land surveying equipment (total station, auto level, laser level), GPS devices, velocity meters, and data loggers to collect stream channel morphology, depth, velocity, water level, discharge, substrate, cover, temperature, and other stream habitat data in remote areas
Operate 4X4 vehicles
Perform data entry and quality control
Review and manage images from phone and trail cameras
Perform routine maintenance of sampling gear
Electronically scan and file historical instream flow study documents
Communicate well with members of the public, landowners, and personnel from various agencies and professionally represent the WGFD
Maintain a positive attitude during inclement weather, physically demanding conditions, and during interactions with members of the public
Must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision and to work well with others on a small crew
Ability to learn new skills and techniques quickly and apply those skills efficiently
Knowledge of stream habitat quality and condition and habitat requirements of stream fish species
Preferred
Preference may be given to those currently holding or pursuing a degree in fisheries or wildlife management, aquatic ecology, ichthyology, hydrology, watershed science, or a closely related field
This may include preference towards those with a high school degree plus experience in stream habitat assessment or college coursework in fisheries or wildlife management, aquatic ecology, ichthyology, hydrology, watershed science, or a closely related field
Strong preference will be given to candidates that attach a position-specific cover letter, resume, and college transcripts to the State of Wyoming online application
The cover letter should include career plans, suitability for the job, and dates of availability (clearly state your starting and ending dates of availability)
Benefits
Lodging, waders, rain gear, uniform, and all other necessary field equipment and expenses will be provided when in the field.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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