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Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 6:10 AM
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Subject: [NCD AFS] FW: NCD Jobs - Ohio Division of Wildlife - Field Techs and Creel Clerks (12 positions)

The Ohio Division of Wildlife - Lake Erie Unit just opened up our seasonal positions for 2026. Would you please distribute?
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Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife
Natural Resource Technician
Lake Erie Field Technicians (4 positions)
 Pay Rate $19.47/hr.

The ODNR Division of Wildlife is looking for applicants to assist with Lake Erie fisheries assessment and research projects.  We are seeking motivated individuals that excel at working both independently and in a team environment, have demonstrated an interest in a career in fisheries management, and have strong interpersonal skills. Preference will be given to applicants that have completed a B.S. or B.A. in Fisheries, Natural Resources, or related field.

Applicant must be:
•        A minimum of 18 years old
•        A holder of a valid driver’s license
Field Technician Duties: Assist with fisheries fieldwork (bottom trawling, gill netting, electrofishing, etc.) aboard Lake Erie research vessels; collect and process samples from harvested fish, including length, weight, sex, maturity, and diets; record data in the lab and in the field; examine sport and commercial harvest for tags; collect age/length data from anglercaught fish; age fish by otoliths; perform water quality, benthic, habitat and hydroacoustic sampling; assist with fisheries research projects and AIS removal efforts; assist with facility/vessel maintenance.

Work Hours: 40 Hours/Week (will include long days and occasional weekends); 1000 hrs maximum duration.
Wage: $19.47/hour.
Positions Available: Fairport Harbor – 2; Sandusky – 2.
Position Duration: May through October.

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Ohio DNR Division of Wildlife
Natural Resource Technician
Lake Erie Creel Clerks (8 positions)
 Pay Rate $19.47/hr. + mileage

The ODNR Division of Wildlife is looking for applicants to collect angler harvest information from various locations along the Lake Erie shoreline.  These data are vital to the management of the Lake Erie fishery.  We are seeking motivated individuals that excel at working independently, are organized, and have strong inter-personal skills.
Applicant must be:
•        A minimum of 18 years old
•        A holder of a valid driver’s license
•        Able to use a personal vehicle during the creel survey (mileage reimbursed)
•        Able to manage and organize interview data
•        Able to use provided electronic devices for data collection/entry
Creel Clerk Duties: Interview anglers at boat ramps, marinas and access points along a predetermined route and schedule; collect data from anglers on their fishing location, length of trip, species caught/kept/released; collect lengths from harvested fish; collect interview data using electronic or paper survey forms; retain records and samples in a neat and secure manner until delivered to supervisor.

Work Hours: 40 Hours/Week (will include weekends); 1000 hrs. maximum duration.
Wage: $19.47/hour; mileage reimbursement currently $.58/mile.

Positions Available:
                March – April (1 position): Sandusky/ Maumee Rivers

April (1 position):  Area 1: Toledo to Port Clinton;

May – October (6 positions):
Area 1: Toledo to Port Clinton;
Area 2: Port Clinton to Marblehead;
Area 3: Marblehead to Sandusky; -
Area 4: Huron to Avon;
Area 5: Rocky River to Eastlake;
•        Area 6: Fairport Harbor to Conneaut;

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To apply, email resume and cover letter to:

                Fairport Harbor                                                          Sandusky
Ann Marie Gorman                              Eric Weimer
1190 High St.                             305 E. Shoreline Dr.
                Fairport Harbor, OH 44077                                         Sandusky, OH 44870
                (440) 352-4199                                                             (419) 871-6143
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Thanks!

Zak

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Zak Slagle

Fisheries Biologist

Sandusky Fisheries Research Station
Ohio Division of Wildlife

Phone: 419-871-6140

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