Hatchery Operations Specialist II

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

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is recruiting for a Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 (In-Training) at the Puyallup Hatchery in Washington. Responsibilities include fish culture, invasive record-keeping, and facility maintenance in a full-time role.

The position offers a clear in-training path from Specialist 1 to Specialist 2, requiring a valid driver's license and experience with hatchery operations. The role supports Rainbow Trout and salmon programs at Puyallup Hatchery.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience performing a variety of fish culture duties in a hatchery (for Fish Hatchery Specialist 1)
• Associate’s degree in fisheries technology, biology, or closely allied field
• Completion of a fish culture program from a vocational school

Responsibilities

• Monitor pond populations, feed fish by weight samples, and record data.
• Perform fish inventories, grading, and tagging for brood stock.
• Maintain hatchery facilities and operate equipment such as pumps, forklifts, and tractors.
• Prepare hatchery documents, tickets, and invoices; assist with procurement and record keeping.

Skills

Fisheries hatchery experience

Valid Driver's License

In-training mindset

Education

Associate’s degree in fisheries technology or biology

Two to three years of college towards a fisheries/biology degree

Fish culture program from a vocational school

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is recruiting for a Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 (In-Training) at the Puyallup Hatchery in Washington. Responsibilities include fish culture, invasive record-keeping, and facility maintenance in a full-time role.

The position offers a clear in-training path from Specialist 1 to Specialist 2, requiring a valid driver's license and experience with hatchery operations. The role supports Rainbow Trout and salmon programs at Puyallup Hatchery.