Position Summary
This position works for US Fish and Wildlife Service Colorado Fish and Wildlife Conservation Office and supports a partnership with Rocky Mountain National Park. The individual hired will lead volunteer electrofishing crews in a remote backcountry setting for 3-5 day periods. This work supports RMNP greenback cutthroat trout management decisions and activities.
Location
Estes Park, CO
Schedule
July 28, 2025 - December 15, 2025
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Individual will: Lead volunteer electrofishing crew in remote field setting for 3-5 days;
Assure RMNP backcountry policies and procedures are adhered to;
Will coordinate sampling activities with RMNP fishery staff;
And assure data collected is accurate and correct.
Marginal Duties
Individual will perform: Data collection and management;
and assure volunteer safety in backcountry setting. There will be opportunities to participate in other COFWCO work efforts.
Required Qualifications
Adequate electrofishing skills to lead volunteer sampling crew;
Experience living and working in a remote backcountry setting;
Fish Identification and handling skills;
Fishery Academic Coursework.
This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority.
Preferred Qualifications
Electrofishing certification;
Wilderness First Aid or equivalent training;
Proven experience leading fieldwork in a remote backcountry setting;
Fish identification and handling skills;
Fishery Academic Coursework.
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
Individual will be camping remotely while performing electrofishing trips 3-5 days a week during field season. Individual will responsible for own accommodations outside of this time.
Compensation
Living allowance -$400/week
Housing Allowance- $1000/month
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
Bear Safety
Defensive Drive Training
First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Eligible/Optional
AmeriCorps Enrollment Notice:
This position may be eligible for AmeriCorps enrollment. However, the SCA has not yet received confirmation of a grant award for this program. If funding is awarded, you may qualify for an AmeriCorps Education Award. If not, you will serve in a non-AmeriCorps role with the same living allowance and benefits. If selected, you will be updated on AmeriCorps funding status before your start date.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
