Job Description

Position Summary

The Center for Environmental Management of Military Lands (CEMML) is hiring two seasonal (4 month) fisheries technicians to conduct fisheries surveys, water quality monitoring, and stream restoration at Fort McCoy, WI. Employees will report to a field office located in Tomah, WI with tasks being conducted at Fort McCoy in west central Wisconsin. All applicants should expect to work 40 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend hours required. The position start date is May 26th and an end date of August 28th, 2026. Housing will not be provided; rentals are available in nearby towns of Tomah and Sparta. To learn more about CEMML's contributions to land management, our mission, vision, and values visit http://www.cemml.colostate.edu/.

Full Consideration Date

For full consideration, apply no later than February 13th, 2026. Applications will be accepted until all positions have been filled.

Essential Job Duties

• Conducting biological assessments on trout streams to include backpack and towed-barge electrofishing, stream habitat surveys, and placing T-bar Floy Tags in brown trout and largemouth bass.

• Monitoring water quality on lakes and streams through the collection of water samples and use of remote sampling devices.

• Native and invasive aquatic plant species identification and distribution surveys and conducting habitat restoration projects to benefit cold-water fish species.
• Interacting with the public through creel surveys and public outreach events.

• Perform general maintenance of equipment and utilize Microsoft Word and Excel for data entry and summarization.

Conditions of Employment

Colorado State University conducts background checks on all final candidates. Language and details are available on the Human Resources background check webpage.

Supervision

This position requires no supervisory duties.

Minimum Qualifications

The successful candidate must demonstrate U.S. employment eligibility; CEMML will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Successful candidates must have or be able to obtain a valid driving license and the ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles, boats and trailers. The successful candidate must be able to work outside in inclement weather, walk over uneven terrain, and wade through water. Lifting and carrying equipment will also be required.

Preferred Qualifications

It would be preferred if the applicant was pursuing a degree in Fisheries or Water Resources with experience in fish identification, electroshocking techniques, utilizing water quality devices, and interacting with the public.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and copy of college transcripts if applicable, and references. Questions? Email Derek Maki at derek.maki@colostate.edu.

Salary Range

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here.

• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.

• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.