Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 (In-Training) – Housing Included

State of Washington; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing provided

Job summary

The State of Washington, Washougal Hatchery, is seeking a Fish Hatchery Specialist in an in‑training path to advance from FHS1 to FHS2. The role involves hands-on fish culture, daily feeding, health monitoring, and data entry while gaining practical field experience at the Washougal Hatchery in Skamania County.

Housing is provided and a Class B CDL must be obtained within six months. Full-time, on-site duties include maintenance, safety, and outreach activities with the public.

Qualifications

• Mentoring and career development through an in-training program.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL within six months of hire (agency provided).
• Duties include maintaining water flow, records, and compliance with hatchery procedures.

Responsibilities

• Calculates and feeds fish according to pond populations and weight samples.
• Monitors fish health and egg production; disinfects eggs and maintains records.
• Performs water quality analysis and discharge monitoring as required.

Skills

Fish culture

Data entry

Safety compliance

Education

Associate’s degree in fisheries technology biology or closely allied field

Three years of experience in fish culture

Job description

The State of Washington, Washougal Hatchery, is seeking a Fish Hatchery Specialist in an in‑training path to advance from FHS1 to FHS2. The role involves hands-on fish culture, daily feeding, health monitoring, and data entry while gaining practical field experience at the Washougal Hatchery in Skamania County.

Housing is provided and a Class B CDL must be obtained within six months. Full-time, on-site duties include maintenance, safety, and outreach activities with the public.