Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) has launched a new national recruitment drive to hire 66 temporary staff.

A total of 47 seasonal fisheries officers and 19 fisheries research assistants are to be deployed across 16 counties from April.

Starting salaries of €32,299, per annum pro rata, are on offer, and seasonal fisheries officers can also earn up to €3,910 extra via an unsocial hours allowance.

Dr Milton Matthews, acting head of operations at IFI said: “As a key State environmental agency, enforcement of the law regarding illegal fishing, pollution and habitat destruction is a core focus for Inland Fisheries Ireland.

“We require additional temporary contract staff to support our busy annual programme of work on Ireland’s rivers, lakes and coastlines.

“We are seeking seasonal fisheries officers from diverse backgrounds for a six-month period. People who enjoy nature and working outdoors...