FISH HATCHERY MANAGER I

State of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nimbus Fish Hatchery in Gold River, CA, seeks a Fish Hatchery Manager I to oversee hatchery operations, programs, and staff under the Fish Hatchery Management Team. The role requires supervising technical staff and coordinating artificial propagation and facility maintenance tasks.

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work in varied conditions and remote locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Ability to communicate to diverse groups.
• Ability to lead and supervise technical staff.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate artificial propagation programs and facility maintenance tasks.
• Serve as first-line supervisor to technical staff.
• Direct day-to-day tasks in the hatchery facility.
• Supervise Fish Habitat Assistants and Fish & Wildlife Technicians.
• Collaborate with the North Central Region Hatchery Management Team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Flexibility

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fish Hatchery Manager l
FISH HATCHERY MANAGER I

$5,323.00 - $6,661.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 9/26/2026

The North Central Region is looking a motivated and charismatic candidate for a Fish Hatchery Manager 1 position at the Nimbus Fish Hatchery, a key production facility supporting populations of Central Valley fall-run Chinook Salmon and American River steelhead trout and major contributor to California's commercial and recreational fisheries. Situated along the beautiful American River in Gold River, CA, the Nimbus Fish Hatchery is close to popular Sacramento County Park and California State Park walking trails and day use areas. This position, in close coordination with the North Central Region Hatchery Management Team and the Fish Hatchery Manager 2, is the first line supervisor to technical staff, including Fish Habitat Assistant and Fish & Wildlife Technicians classifications, and directs day to day tasks in the maintenance and operation of the hatchery facility. Please see the Duty Statement for a more detailed description of the duties and requirements of this position.

Under the direction of the Fish Hatchery Manager II, and in close coordination with the North Central Region Hatchery Management Team and partnering agencies, the incumbent coordinates the implementation of artificial propagation programs and facility maintenance tasks at the Nimbus Fish Hatchery. The incumbent is the first line supervisor to technical staff, including Fish Habitat Assistant and Fish and Wildlife Technician classifications. Additionally, the incumbent assumes the responsibilities of the Fish Hatchery Manager II in their absence.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program.

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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions

The work site will be the Nimbus Fish Hatchery located at 2001 Nimbus Road, Gold River, CA 95670. This position requires wearing an approved uniform identifying as CDFW staff. Work schedule may include weekends, holidays and unusual hours as assigned, required, or necessary. Must be willing to work in remote locations and extreme weather conditions, as required. Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License required for operating department vehicles. Must be able to use a computer, keyboard, and Microsoft office software several hours a day. Assigned work will involve sitting, standing, walking and manual labor. Occasional travel may be required. No State Housing is available.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH HATCHERY MANAGER I

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California’s diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

This position requires possession of a valid Driver's License.The selected candidate will be required to provide a photocopy (front and back) of the license: Name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL #, Class, expiration.

The selected candidate may be required to provide transcripts (may be unofficial).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Special Personal Characteristics: Motivated with a strong ability to communicate to diverse groups; possess a high degree of initiative, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting. Must be able to take a leadership role and maintain a productive and professional work environment.

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled.You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s)to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Civil Rights Office
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California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice)TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.