Deadline: Fri, 03/01/2024 - 12:00pm Employer: Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Full Time Location: Virginia Location Detail: Bath, Virginia Job Description: The successful applicant for this position would assist hatchery management with fish hatchery daily operations to include fish culture duties related to hatching, rearing and stocking/distribution of brook, brown and rainbow trout. The successful applicant would have experience maintaining accurate records, as well as experience performing maintenance and landscaping work with the use of small hand tools and equipment. ONE-TIME SIGN ON BONUS of $2,000 will be provided to the successful applicant within the first 30 days of employment (requires a 12-month signed formal agreement under DHRM Policy 3.05 Compensation). To learn more about Coursey Springs Fish Hatchery, visit https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/fish-stocking/state-hatcheries/coursey-springs-fish-hatchery/. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications —Incumbent should possess knowledge of aquaculture techniques, preferably trout culture, fish health issues and hatchery operations. —Possess thorough knowledge of stocking and transportation of warm and cold-water species. —Have knowledge of building construction and maintenance techniques to include electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems. —Be skilled in the use of relevant tools and equipment to include manual and power tools, fish feeders, mowers, tractors, stocking truck and lab equipment. —Be skilled in the use of PC and Microsoft Office software, especially Word, Excel and Access. —Be skilled in the collection and recording of physical, chemical and biological data. —Have the ability to construct, maintain and repair hatchery equipment and facilities. —Have the ability to perform manual labor to include moderate to heavy lifting in excess of 40 pounds. —Have the ability to work in varying indoor, outdoor, wet and dry climates. —Have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to include diverse stakeholders, agency staff and constituents, and to effectively manage relationships with the public at large and in small groups situations. —Have the ability to interpret and analyze data to include calculating complex mathematical problems related to water flows, volume and disease treatments. —Have the ability to develop and track budgets, and prepare monthly reports on fish lot performance, facility conditions, and budgetary expenditures as required. —Have the ability to comprehend, interpret and communicate scientific and regulatory FDA, EPA and DEQ documents, advising fisheries technicians and agency management of the ramifications and implications. —Must have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent. —Must have a valid Driver’s License. —Must have a current CDL, Class B Driver’s License with tank endorsement, or must be able to obtain within six months of hire date. —Must assist with maintenance of grounds and facilities to ensure safe and secure 24/7 operation. Additional Considerations —Must be willing to work weekends as operationally necessary. —Prior experience working in a cold-water hatchery a plus. Miscellaneous: You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Salary: Starting @ $32,000 (salary to commensurate with experience) Benefits: To view all the BENEFITS that the Commonwealth has to offer, go to https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits. How to Apply: ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH JOBS.VIRGINIA.GOV WILL BE ACCEPTED. https://www.jobs.virginia.gov/jobs/787c3224-cc91-4ba3-a174-88f12b839884
