Conservation AmeriCorps Fish Hatchery Technician

Conservation Legacy; Whiteriver (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing available

Job summary

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Fish Hatchery Technician for the AmeriCorps Stewards program hosted at Alchesay National Fish Hatchery in Whiteriver, AZ. The role supports water quality monitoring, fish health, and stocking operations for 17 tribes across AZ and NM.

You will work with a hatchery team on daily husbandry, data collection, and event coordination, gaining hands-on experience in federal aquaculture and conservation programs while serving a 26-week 900-hour term.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of a Federally recognized Indian Tribe, Band, or Village.
• US citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
• Has a high school diploma or equivalent; or agrees to obtain before service.
• Agree to background checks for Conservation Legacy and the host site.
• Punctuality and consistent attendance throughout term.
• Interest in conservation biology and resource management.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water quality and quantity across the hatchery complex.
• Collect, enter, and QC data on fish health, growth, survival, and feed efficiency.
• Participate in spawning, incubation, rearing, feeding, grading, and stocking of fish.
• Involve in stocking operations: loading, transport prep, field support as needed.
• Develop standardized data sheets and summaries for monitoring and reporting.
• Assist with health observations, biosecurity measures, and daily husbandry protocols.
• Complete assigned facility maintenance and operational tasks to improve efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Preference for related coursework/degree

Job description

Conservation Legacy is seeking a Fish Hatchery Technician for the AmeriCorps Stewards program hosted at Alchesay National Fish Hatchery in Whiteriver, AZ. The role supports water quality monitoring, fish health, and stocking operations for 17 tribes across AZ and NM.

You will work with a hatchery team on daily husbandry, data collection, and event coordination, gaining hands-on experience in federal aquaculture and conservation programs while serving a 26-week 900-hour term.