Recreational Fisheries Monitor

Title: Recreational Fisheries Monitor

Type: Full time, 35-40 hours per week from June to September 2025.

Location: Based in Skidegate.

Salary: $23.32 – $26.23 per hour based on experience.  

Description of work

Under the direction of the Salmon Biologist or Operations Supervisor, the Recreational Fisheries Monitor will conduct interviews of anglers when they return to the dock, interact with the public, identify catch by species, and record clear and precise data. Additionally, the Fisheries Monitor may collect biological samples from Chinook and Coho salmon as part of ongoing genetic studies. There may be additional opportunities to participate in recreational vessel monitoring and other Haida Fisheries projects.

Candidates are required to provide their own transportation for shifts; most shifts take place from 12pm-7pm on the Daajing Giids dock. All required training will be provided for the successful candidate.

Qualifications & Assets

• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation
• Able to work evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of the biology of Pacific Salmon, Rockfish and Groundfish
• Comfortable working around water (docks and boat launches)
• Reliable
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Able to record neat and accurate field data

APPLY TO: careers@haidanation.com. Please include the following: which position you are interested in, a resume, availability, and contact information. Interviews will be conducted until positions are filled. Haida applicants will be given priority and all other applicants will be considered after April 2025.