Fisheries Technician III — Shellfish

Job overview

The Fisheries Technician III — Shellfish role is based in La Conner, WA, with work in both office and outdoor field settings. Compensation is not specified. The position supports the Swinomish Fisheries Department’s Shellfish Program and reports to the Shellfish Ecologist: Bivalve Lead. The technician supports shellfish research, monitoring, and fishery operations through field surveys, sample and data work, scientific diving, and coordination. These activities contribute to fisheries management, regulatory compliance, and community education.

What you'll do

• Assist with shellfish surveys, fisheries monitoring, SCUBA surveys, water-property monitoring, and grant-specific research
• prepare and maintain field equipment
• follow scientific protocols
• coordinate survey schedules and volunteers
• identify, weigh, and measure samples
• coordinate clam samples for PSP testing
• enter and quality-check data
• support fishery operations, catch accounting, and regulatory compliance
• maintain and deploy monitoring equipment
• conduct scientific dives
• assist with dive safety
• contribute to protocols, reports, education, and outreach
• maintain gear, vehicles, and boats
• support purchasing and administrative coverage.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

fisheries technician iii

shellfish

la conner wa

swinomish indian tribal community

full-time

shellfish surveys

fisheries monitoring

scientific diving

scuba

water monitoring

field research

data quality

weekend field days

travel required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, dental, health, life, and vision insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off, and parental leave.

Why this role

Requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, at least one year of relevant experience, SCUBA and rescue diver certifications, and 40 or more logged dives. Scheduled field work may include weekends, evenings, or unusual hours; travel for tasks, training, and conferences is required.

About the employer

Swinomish Indian Tribal Community is hiring for this role. Industry: American Indian and Alaska Native Tribal Governments. Sector: 92.