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Michigan Department of Natural Resources Fisheries Division

2025 Seasonal Positions



Positions:

1.) Short-term State Worker located at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR) 427 US 41N, Baraga, MI 49908. This is a temporary, non-career, position.

2.) Two Short-term State Workers located at the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MDNR), 488 Cherry Creek Rd, Marquette, MI 49855. These are temporary, non-career, positions. One position is assigned to the Tribal Coordination Unit and one is assigned to the Marquette Fisheries Research Station.



Wage: State worker hourly pay rates are $15.00 for first-time workers or those with less than 250 hours of previous MDNR experience; $16.08 with 250 + hours of MDNR experience in 2024 by September 1, 2024, and $17.15 with 250 + hours of MDNR experience in 2024 by September 1, 2024, AND 400 hours work in 2023.



Locations:

1.) 427 US 41N, Baraga Fisheries Shop, Baraga, MI 49908

2.) 488 Cherry Creek Rd., Marquette, MI 49855



Duration: Up to 1040 hours and can start as early as April. The actual start and end dates are flexible, generally early April through September. Daily work hours include mostly day shifts with occasional night shifts and may include some weekends scheduled as needed.



Duties: Principal duties are to assist with field sampling for fisheries assessment surveys, including the collection of angler, fish, and habitat information. Candidate may also assist with processing bio-samples in a lab setting, fish rearing and stocking, equipment and facility maintenance, computer data entry, and data quality assurance/quality control. Candidate will learn field skills related to fish collections and use organizational, data management, and interpersonal skills. Other duties may be assigned.



Qualifications: Applicants should be self-starting, highly motivated individuals interested in performing fisheries-related fieldwork that often involves strenuous physical labor. Candidate must be able to lift heavy objects and work outdoors in all types of weather. Small boat handling and trailering skills are desired. Preference will be given to applicants with prior fisheries field experience and/or general knowledge of fish identification. Academic coursework, work experience, and other skills will also be considered. Must be 18 years old and possess a current Michigan driver’s license and have an excellent driving record. Work schedule will include various shifts and some weekends. Travel expenses will be provided for any out-of-area travel. Employment with the DNR is subject to Civil Service rules and regulations of the State of Michigan. A variety of positions are classified as State Worker 4 positions, but duties vary widely by position. Civil Service rules require all State Workers submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test. A criminal history check is also required. The State of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



Application: To apply please submit 1) Employment Application (PR 7123) available at DNR offices or through the following link (DNR Employment Application) 2) resume, 3) cover letter 4) names and phone numbers of three references. Please submit application to the contact below. Application Closing Date 2/24/25.



Contact:

Tyler Walls or Ed Baker

488 Cherry Creek Rd.

Marquette, MI 49855

TW Cell (906) 250-5625

EB Cell (906) 235-6114

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