Naturalist Aide

Gain valuable job knowledge with the Indiana DNR, Division of Fish, Wildlife, & Nature Preserves this
year. The Division annually employs approximately 17 seasonal aides to assist biologists with fisheries
projects and creel surveys. There are a range of positions with desired start dates as early as 3/1/2026
and ending in the fall. Students that are available only during the summer are encouraged to apply also.

The hourly rate is $14/hr.

To apply, go to this website https://workforindiana.in.gov/ and search job requisition number 471176.
Work locations across the state include Michigan City, North Judson, Orland, Columbia City,
Martinsville, Bloomington, and Winslow. Housing is provided at North Judson, Michigan City, and
Winslow.

Responsibilities and Assignments: Seasonal naturalist aides are hired approximately spring through fall to
assist district fish management and research biologists in conducting field investigations. This includes lake
and stream fish population surveys, angler surveys, fish population estimates, water quality analysis, and
aquatic vegetation management. Aides assist with biological research projects by gathering and processing
data, and performing related duties such as operating, maintaining and constructing the equipment used to
collect the data.

Working Conditions: Seasonal naturalist aides work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. Physical labor can include lifting, walking and working in and around water and a variety of outside and indoor environments.

Work assignments will include varied schedules and hours.

Requirements: Seasonal naturalist aides must have a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record.

Desired Skills: Applicants for these positions are expected to have basic knowledge of math and scientific
methods, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with the public. Students with a background in
fisheries/aquatic sciences are preferred.

Contacts: Please send a resume to the respective biologist you are interested in working for after applying for the job on our web site https://workforindiana.in.gov/ . Lake Michigan- Ben Dickinson
bdickinson@dnr.in.gov, North Judson (District 1)- Courtney Weldon cweldon@dnr.in.gov , Orland (District 2)-
Matt Horsley mhorsley@dnr.in.gov , Columbia City- Tyler Delauder (District 3) tdelauder@dnr.in.gov and
Matthew Linn (North Research) mlinn@dnr.in.gov, Martinsville- Nathan Klein (District 4) nklein@dnr.in.gov,
Bloomington- Ethan Binkowski (District 5) ebinkowski@dnr.in.gov, Winslow- Andy Bueltmann (District 6)
abueltmann@dnr.in.gov , Phil Kacmar (Big Rivers) pkacmar@dnr.in.gov, and Craig Jansen (Invasive Carp)
cjansen1@dnr.in.gov .

The State of Indiana is an equal opportunity employer