Hatchery Operations Supervisor – Inland Fisheries

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Hatchery Superintendent (Wildlife Conservation Technician Supervisor) for the Inland Fisheries Division. The role leads production and distribution of warmwater and coldwater fishes at the Bobby N.

Setzer State Fish Hatchery in Pisgah Forest, NC. Hours are Monday through Friday, 40 hours/week, with occasional nights, weekends, holidays and travel.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in wildlife or fisheries management or construction management with five years of related experience.
• Experience with hatchery operations and keeping equipment in good condition.
• Ability to collect and record physical, chemical, and biological data.
• Ability to establish working relationships with hatchery staff, other agencies, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Supervise hatchery operations ensuring production and distribution of warmwater and coldwater fishes.
• Plan and oversee production, propagation, rearing, transportation, and distribution of species.
• Coordinate permits, reporting, and maintenance of hatchery facilities and equipment.

Skills

Fish culture

Biology knowledge

Data collection

Equipment operation

Facilities maintenance

Public relations

Education

Associate degree in wildlife or fisheries management or construction management

Equivalent training and experience

Job description

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a Hatchery Superintendent (Wildlife Conservation Technician Supervisor) for the Inland Fisheries Division. The role leads production and distribution of warmwater and coldwater fishes at the Bobby N.

Setzer State Fish Hatchery in Pisgah Forest, NC. Hours are Monday through Friday, 40 hours/week, with occasional nights, weekends, holidays and travel.