Hatchery Operations & Outreach AmeriCorps Member

Conservation Legacy; Neah Bay (WA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award

Living Allowance $600/week

Additional $100/week benefit

Job summary

The Fish Hatchery Support Member – AmeriCorps position at Makah National Fish Hatchery, hosted by Conservation Legacy, offers hands-on hatchery operations, field science and public outreach. Serve alongside Makah National Fish Hatchery staff to rear Chinook, Coho and steelhead, while engaging with local communities and tribal partners.

Starting 02/01/2027 through 07/30/2027, this 26-week, 900-hour AmeriCorps slot includes living allowance and education benefits while focusing on fish culture,

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk several miles daily on uneven ground.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Must be a Federally recognized Indian Tribe member or meet criteria to qualify.

Responsibilities

• Fish Production support, including feeding and tank hygiene.
• Assist with data collection and entry (e.g., water quality).
• Support marking and tagging of fish and health checks.
• Public outreach, hatchery tours, and school visits.
• Assist with hatchery upkeep and field projects in the watershed.
• Participate in community resource and habitat evaluation activities.

Skills

Physical strength

Endurance

Teamwork

Public engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Fish Hatchery Support Member – AmeriCorps position at Makah National Fish Hatchery, hosted by Conservation Legacy, offers hands-on hatchery operations, field science and public outreach. Serve alongside Makah National Fish Hatchery staff to rear Chinook, Coho and steelhead, while engaging with local communities and tribal partners.

Starting 02/01/2027 through 07/30/2027, this 26-week, 900-hour AmeriCorps slot includes living allowance and education benefits while focusing on fish culture,