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Quinault Indian Nation is hiring for the position of Fish Culturalist - Fisheries Technician I (Multiple Positions)
Fish Culturalist – Fisheries Technician I (Multiple Positions) – Quinault Indian Nation
Quinault Indian Nation is hiring for the position of Fish Culturalist - Fisheries Technician I (Multiple Positions) Maintains the fish population for the Quinault Nation through the cultivation and rearing of fish. Performs collection and handling of adult broodstock and other hatchery duties.
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October 28, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Quileute Indian Tribe is looking to fill multiple positions, such as Fisheries Biologist I, Marine Scientist III, and Deputy Director of Natural Resources.

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October 16, 2025 at 8:50 PM
Suquamish Tribe is seeking a Contract Technician to perform marine fish coded wire tagging (CWT) and scale sampling from hatchery and treaty commercial fisheries in the field - click for more info.
Contract Technician (CWT) – Suquamish Tribe
Responsibilities Marine Fish: Coded wire tag and scale sampling from hatchery and treaty commercial fisheries in the field Coded wire tag processing Assisting with dissecting snouts and reading coded wire tags Work collaboratively with other employees to ensure snouts data are counted accurately Maintain an organized laboratory space Interpret/decipher and organize data using a CWT viewer to read data on tags…
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September 25, 2025 at 10:56 PM
The Makah Tribe is seeking a Tech III (Data/Sampler) to provide technical services to the Makah Tribe and Washington Department of Fisheries in mark sampling recovery efforts and to assist with the data entry for the Makah Fisheries Management program.
Tech III (Data/Sampler) – Makah Tribe
Tech III (Data/Sampler) EXEMPT: No JOB CODE: 3-SS T3 SHIFT: 32 hr/week Flex PROGRAM: Fisheries LOCATION: Bldg 180 REPORTS TO: Salmon Biologist SUMMARY: Provide technical services to the Makah Tribe and Washington Department of Fisheries in mark sampling recovery efforts and to assist with the data entry for the Makah Fisheries Management program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
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September 23, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Hoh Indian Tribe is seeking a temporary, full-time Habitat Restoration Intern who will help the Tribe’s Habitat Restoration Biologist to survey waterways and riparian habitat throughout the Hoh Tribe’s Usual and Accustomed Area, gaining hands-on experience in applied ecology, project development,…
Habitat Restoration Intern – Hoh Indian Tribe
Hoh Indian Tribe is hiring for the position of Habitat Restoration Intern Summary: The temporary, full-time Habitat Restoration Intern will help the Hoh Tribe’s Habitat Restoration Biologist to survey waterways and riparian habitat throughout the Hoh Tribe’s Usual and Accustomed Area, gaining hands-on experience in applied ecology, project development, and natural resource management. This internship provides an opportunity to work in a unique and rewarding environment, contributing to the management and conservation of Tribal natural resources while being exposed to several specialized sub-disciplines within the field of biology.
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September 23, 2025 at 7:55 PM
NWIFC is seeking candidates for the full-time position of Biometrician II, with the focus on Population Dynamics & Modeling of Coho Salmon. This provides modeling and statistical analysis services to Tribal and NWIFC technical staffs
Biometrician II, Population Dynamics & Modeling (Coho Salmon) – NWIFC
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Position: Biometrician II, Population Dynamics & Modeling (Coho Salmon) Location: Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) 6730 Martin Way E, Olympia, WA 98516 Relocation assistance is available. Close Date: October 3, 2025, 5:00 pm PST APPLY HERE Position Overview: NWIFC is seeking candidates for the full-time, exempt role of Biometrician II, with the focus on Population Dynamics & Modeling of Coho Salmon.
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September 18, 2025 at 6:23 PM
NWIFC is seeking internal candidates for the open role of Biometrician III with the focus on Shellfish Population Dynamics and Modeling. This role is integral to the Fisheries Services team and will be responsible for assisting in the development and application of harvest management and population…
Biometrician III (Shellfish Population Dynamics and Modeling) – NWIFC
Position: Biometrician III – Shellfish Population Dynamics and Modeling Location: Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) Olympia, WA Candidates must be located within commutable distance of Olympia, WA for a hybrid working schedule. Close Date: September 19, 5:00 pm APPLY: Biometrician III Application Position Overview: NWIFC is seeking internal candidates for the open role of Biometrician III with the focus on Shellfish Population Dynamics and Modeling.
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September 8, 2025 at 4:34 PM
NWIFC is seeking candidates for the role of Oceanographer. This position is integral to the Environmental Protection team and will focus primarily on changing ocean conditions and associated impacts to species of interest, specifically as they relate to tribal ocean fishery resources.
Oceanographer – NWIFC
Position: Oceanographer APPLY HERE Location: Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) 549 Tillicum Ln, Forks, WA 98331. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance from Forks, WA. Position Overview: NWIFC is seeking candidates for the full-time, exempt role of Oceanographer. This position is integral to the Environmental Protection team and will focus primarily on changing ocean conditions and associated impacts to species of interest, specifically as they relate to tribal ocean fishery resources.
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September 8, 2025 at 4:56 AM
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"Our economy was based in the canoe. We hunted from canoes. We fished from canoes."

The Muckleshoot Indian Tribe and @seahawksofficial.com unveiled new artwork — a bronze canoe — at Muckleshoot Heritage Plaza.

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Seahawks Host Muckleshoot Tribe For Blessing Ceremony At Lumen Field
The Seahawks hosted a blessing ceremony at Lumen Field after the final art element of the Muckleshoot Heritage Plaza, a bronze canoe was installed.
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July 31, 2025 at 10:30 PM
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"Usually our land is taken from us. It’s not given back to us."

Alma LLC donated its 22,000-square-foot Tacoma community center to the Puyallup Tribe of Indians.

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'Stay tuned': Puyallup Tribe lands major downtown Tacoma property - ICT News
Business donation puts community events center under Native stewardship
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August 1, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Nisqually Indian Tribe and the Department of Natural Resources are issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Contractors to submit proposals for the Kalama Creek Hatchery Rebuilt – Phase II project. Minority and disadvantaged companies are encouraged to submit proposals.

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Contracting Opportunities | Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
Request For Proposals: Recreation Impacts Management - Ecological, Policy and Technical Support Services The Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC)
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June 27, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Quinault Indian Nation recently posted 2 employment opportunities: Forest Practice Technician, and Archaeology and Cultural Resources Section Supervisor

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June 25, 2025 at 10:19 PM
HIRING: Wetland Specialist - Hoh Indian Tribe. map and assess wetlands in the Tribe’s Usual and Accustomed Area, identify and protect wetlands associated with Tribal properties.
Wetland Specialist – Hoh Indian Tribe
Hoh Indian Tribe is hiring for the position of Wetland Specialist Job Title: Wetland Specialist Department: Natural Resources Reports To: Director of Natural Resources Status: Permanent/Full Time Salary Range: $27.50-31.50 Location: Hoh Tribe Reservation and Usual and Accustomed Treaty Area of the Goodman, Hoh, and Kalaloch Basins Summary The wetland specialist will develop the Hoh Tribe’s wetlands program to map and assess wetlands in the Tribe’s Usual and Accustomed Area.
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May 29, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Natural Resource Technician – Skagit River System Cooperative

Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Natural Resource Technician TITLE: NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNICIAN Full Time/Seasonal REPORTING AUTHORITY: Field Operations Manager GENERAL: Provide field work for SRSC programs…
Natural Resource Technician – Skagit River System Cooperative
Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Natural Resource Technician TITLE: NATURAL RESOURCE TECHNICIAN Full Time/Seasonal REPORTING AUTHORITY: Field Operations Manager GENERAL: Provide field work for SRSC programs to support implementing and maintaining native plant revegetation and other habitat restoration projects. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist in implementing native plant revegetation and other habitat restoration projects. Perform assigned tasks that involve physical labor such as, but not limited to, site clearance, preparation, planting, carpentry, hauling, lifting, boat operation, use of gas-powered tools and hiking.
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April 9, 2025 at 5:13 PM
The Nooksack Indian Tribe is looking for a Fisheries Program Manager, this position is responsible for overall management of the fisheries program and overseeing the fisheries technical work of the Natural Resource Department, including the harvest and hatchery technical work in support of managing…
Fisheries Program Manager – Nooksack Indian Tribe
Nooksack Indian Tribe Job Opening Fisheries Program Manager Salary Range:           $75,296.00 To $101,233.60 Annually Job Title:                  Fisheries Program Manager Department:            Natural Resources Reports To:              Natural Resources Director Job Status:               Exempt Type:                        Full-time JOB SUMMARY:  Under direction of the Natural Resources Director, this position is responsible for overall management of the fisheries program and overseeing the fisheries technical work of the Natural Resource Department, including the harvest and hatchery technical work in support of managing sustainable fisheries. 
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April 3, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Fish Passage Biologist I – Quileute Natural Resources

Position: Fish Passage Biologist I Supervisor: Habitat Program Manager (Quileute Natural Resources) Location: La Push, Washington Work Info: Full Time: 40 Hrs/Week (M-F) Salary: DOQ/E ($55,000 - $70,000) POSITION SUMMARY: The Fish Passage…
Fish Passage Biologist I – Quileute Natural Resources
Position: Fish Passage Biologist I Supervisor: Habitat Program Manager (Quileute Natural Resources) Location: La Push, Washington Work Info: Full Time: 40 Hrs/Week (M-F) Salary: DOQ/E ($55,000 - $70,000) POSITION SUMMARY: The Fish Passage Biologist will work in the Habitat Program within Quileute Natural Resources. This position requires previous experience and knowledge of salmonid fish passage and Pacific Northwest ecology. This position will be responsible for evaluating fish passage barriers and associated barrier correction projects within the Quileute Tribe’s Usual & Accustomed Area (U&A).
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March 31, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Hatchery Manager – Hoh Indian Tribe

Hoh Indian Tribe is hiring for the position of Hatchery Manager Summary: The Hoh Tribe has had an active hatchery program since the early 80s, devoting significant staff time and resources primarily to the production of Cook Creek-origin winter steelhead. The…
Hatchery Manager – Hoh Indian Tribe
Hoh Indian Tribe is hiring for the position of Hatchery Manager Summary: The Hoh Tribe has had an active hatchery program since the early 80s, devoting significant staff time and resources primarily to the production of Cook Creek-origin winter steelhead. The Hatchery Manager will be overseeing the operation and maintenance of the Chalaat Creek Hatchery and the successful production of winter steelhead, as well as other salmon stocks, for the economic and cultural enrichment of the Hoh Tribe.
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March 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
NWIFC is seeking candidates for the full-time, exempt role of Policy Analyst, Forest and Agriculture Practices. This position is integral to the Environmental Protection team and will be responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of 5 staff members.
Policy Analyst, Forest and Agricultural Practices
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Position: Policy Analyst, Forest and Agricultural Practices Salary: $70,821 - $114,399 Starting annual salary DOQ. Grade 11/12/13 on the NWIFC's current pay scale. Location: Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission (NWIFC) Olympia, WA Close Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025, 5:00 pm APPLY HERE Position Overview: NWIFC is seeking candidates for the full-time, exempt role of Policy Analyst, Forest and Agriculture Practices.
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March 13, 2025 at 7:06 PM
European Green Crab Technician – AmeriCorps – Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe

Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe is hiring for the position of European Green Crab Technician - AmeriCorps The European Green Crab Technician is an AmeriCorps position that will assist the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe’s Refuge…
European Green Crab Technician – AmeriCorps – Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe
Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe is hiring for the position of European Green Crab Technician - AmeriCorps The European Green Crab Technician is an AmeriCorps position that will assist the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe’s Refuge Management staff in the monitoring and control of invasive European Green Crab (EGC) from Dungeness Bay and other waterways within and adjacent to the wildlife refuge. The AmeriCorps position will support the Tribe’s co-management of the refuge, through the protection of natural resources and raising awareness about the ecological impacts of invasive species.
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February 27, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Accounting Specialist – Skagit River System Cooperative

Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Accounting Specialist Accounting Specialist Position Overview The accounting specialist will provide immediate support to the financial department with various accounting tasks to…
Accounting Specialist – Skagit River System Cooperative
Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Accounting Specialist Accounting Specialist Position Overview The accounting specialist will provide immediate support to the financial department with various accounting tasks to maintained organizational goals related to the recovery of wild salmon stocks. This position performs numerous accounting functions to aid consistent and timely financial reporting and reporting across departments and grants.
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February 27, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Natural Resource Technician – Skagit River System Cooperative

Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Natural Resource Technician SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assist in implementing native plant revegetation and other habitat restoration projects. 2. Perform assigned tasks…
Natural Resource Technician – Skagit River System Cooperative
Skagit River System Cooperative is hiring for the position of Natural Resource Technician SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Assist in implementing native plant revegetation and other habitat restoration projects. 2. Perform assigned tasks that involve physical labor such as, but not limited to, site clearance, preparation, planting, carpentry, hauling, lifting, boat operation, use of gas-powered tools and hiking. 3. Assist in the collection of biological, chemical and physical habitat samples to support the development and implementation of habitat restoration projects.
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February 27, 2025 at 9:37 PM
Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission is seeking a Receptionist for our front office in Olympia. This is an integral role as a first point of contact for visitors a member of our Clerical Team.

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Receptionist | Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission
Position Overview: Northwest Indian Fisheries Commission is seeking a Receptionist for our front office. This is an integral role as a first point of
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February 21, 2025 at 7:14 PM