Wildlife Technician Jobs in Washington

Wildlife Technician jobs in Washington are in consistent demand, concentrated in fish and wildlife management, habitat restoration, and environmental monitoring across state and federal agency programs. Most hiring clusters around Olympia, Seattle, and Spokane, where agencies such as the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the U.S. Forest Service, and the National Park Service maintain long-term staffing needs. The most sought-after specialties include salmonid population surveys, wetland vegetation assessment, and raptor monitoring. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles5
Top employerState of Washington
Top cityOlympia, WA
Cities hiring3
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree

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Invertebrate Species Lead - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-05360
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Invertebrate Species Lead - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-05360
State of Washington
Olympia, Washington
Cybersecurity
Product Management
Project Management
$5,928 - $7,973/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Habitat Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 3 - Permanent - 2026-05396
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Habitat Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 3 - Permanent - 2026-05396
State of Washington
Port Orchard, Washington
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Human Resources
On-Site
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Salish Prairie Oak Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 1 - Permanent - 2026-05259
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Salish Prairie Oak Biologist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 1 - Permanent - 2026-05259
State of Washington
Olympia, Washington
Business Operations
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$3,917 - $5,240/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Cowlitz Monitoring & Evaluation Unit Lead - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-04270
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Cowlitz Monitoring & Evaluation Unit Lead - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-04270
State of Washington
Lewis County, WA
Business Operations
Project Management
$5,928 - $7,973/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Statewide Wolf Specialist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-04631
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Statewide Wolf Specialist - Fish & Wildlife Biologist 4 - Permanent - 2026-04631
State of Washington
Ellensburg, Washington
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Environmental Science
$5,812 - $7,817/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Wildlife Technician Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

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Ellensburg
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Wildlife Technician Job Market in Washington

A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.

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State of Washington
State of Washington5 open roles

What Washington Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in wildlife technician jobs across Washington.

  • Valid Washington State driver's license with a clean driving record required
  • Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or a closely related field
  • Hands-on experience conducting field surveys and collecting biological data
  • Proficiency with GPS devices, ArcGIS, and field data entry software
  • Ability to work outdoors in varied terrain and adverse weather conditions
  • Familiarity with Washington fish and wildlife regulations and permitting requirements

Wildlife Technician Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a wildlife technician in Washington?

Most wildlife technician positions in Washington require a bachelor's degree in wildlife biology, ecology, natural resources, or a related field. Washington does not require a separate state license specifically for wildlife technicians, but positions with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife or federal agencies often require passing a background check and obtaining agency-specific safety certifications. Field experience gained through seasonal contracts, internships, or volunteer programs with state or federal land managers strengthens applications considerably.

Which companies hire wildlife technicians in Washington?

Companies currently hiring wildlife technicians in Washington include State of Washington, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Washington's combination of federal public lands, tribal natural resource departments, and private environmental consulting firms makes it one of the more varied markets for wildlife technician roles in the Pacific Northwest.

Which Washington cities have the most wildlife technician jobs?

Olympia, Lewis County, and Ellensburg have the most wildlife technician openings in Washington. Olympia leads because it is the seat of state government and home to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife headquarters, while Seattle draws openings tied to consulting firms and federal regional offices, and Spokane serves as the eastern Washington hub for U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management field crews working the Inland Northwest.

Are there remote wildlife technician jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. Wildlife technician work is fundamentally field-based, so most roles require physical presence at project sites. About 0% of wildlife technician openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those tend to cover data processing, GIS analysis, or report writing components of larger field programs rather than full-time remote arrangements.

How can I get hired as a wildlife technician in Washington with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for seasonal technician positions with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife or the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, both of which regularly hire entry-level field assistants for salmon monitoring and waterfowl surveys each spring and fall. Completing a field methods course through a Washington university or community college, earning a Wilderness First Responder certification, and building GIS skills in ArcGIS Pro are the credentials that consistently move candidates without professional experience to the top of the applicant pool.

Where can I find and apply to wildlife technician jobs in Washington?

You can find and apply to wildlife technician jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings, identify roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and schedule.

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