Fish Hatchery Specialist 3 - Naselle River Hatchery - Permanent - 2026-07274

State of Washington; Naselle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fish Hatchery Specialist 3 position at Naselle River Hatchery in Naselle, WA, is part of the Fish Program – Hatcheries Division and involves scientific, technical, and maintenance duties across hatchery facilities and trap sites.

You will lead staff and volunteers, promote safety, identify areas for improvement, and create educational opportunities while helping meet fish population goals in Washington state.

Responsibilities

• As part of theNaselle RiverHatchery team, you will perform scientific, technical, and related maintenance duties within the hatchery facilities and trap sites.

Job description

Classification- Fish Hatchery Specialist 3

Job Status

Full-Time/Permanent

WDFW Program

Fish Program – Hatcheries Division

Duty Station

Naselle River Hatchery – Naselle, Washington – Pacific County

Housing

No housing provided

*Standby

Standby is not currently assigned

Photo Caption: Hatchery steelhead plant – Photo Credit: WDFW

Support salmon and steelhead conservation efforts while providing sustainable recreational, tribal, and commercial opportunities in the state of Washington.

As part of theNaselle RiverHatchery team, you will perform scientific, technical, and related maintenance duties within the hatchery facilities and trap sites.

Serve as a leader and role model for staff and volunteers by fostering an environment that ensures fish population goals are met while prioritizing safety, identifying areas for improvement, and creating educational opportunities.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Fish Hatchery Specialist 3 will