Entry-Level Fish Hatchery Specialist

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA andhol

Retirement - Pension and 457B

Flexible schedules

Meaningful work

Job summary

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking an entry-level Fish Culturist to support fish production and hatchery operations that contribute to Wyoming’s sport fishing opportunities and native fisheries restoration programs.

This position is responsible for the care, propagation, and rearing of fish at all life stages within a state fish hatchery. Duties also include maintaining hatchery facilities and grounds to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of proper fish culture techniques in spawning, egg handling, fish rearing, stocking, and brood stock management.
• Knowledge of fish biology, physiology, and water chemistry parameters.
• Familiarity with state statutes, department regulations, and fiscal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Produce fish for sport fishing programs and native fish restoration.
• Care for eggs, feed and thinning of fish, clean rearing facilities, distribute fish to stations or stocking sites, assist spawning operations.
• Utilize and improve fish culture techniques to spawn, propagate, and distribute quality fish.
• Operate various sized fish distribution units.
• Assist in facility and equipment maintenance and upkeep.
• Daily facility maintenance including buildings, grounds, and rearing units.
• Keep accurate daily records and assist in planning and reports.

Skills

Fish culture knowledge

Biology knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fish or Wildlife Biology

Tools

CDL (Class B)

Job description

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is seeking an entry-level Fish Culturist to support fish production and hatchery operations that contribute to Wyoming’s sport fishing opportunities and native fisheries restoration programs.

This position is responsible for the care, propagation, and rearing of fish at all life stages within a state fish hatchery. Duties also include maintaining hatchery facilities and grounds to ensure safe, efficient operations.