Hatchery Superintendent (IF-60033913)

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

About Us

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina's fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission is to conserve North Carolina's wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Hatchery Superintendent (Wildlife Conservation Technician Supervisor) for the Inland Fisheries Division.

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Inland Fisheries Division manages, conserves, enhances, and restores the State's freshwater fishes, mollusks, crayfish and supporting aquatic habitats through fisheries research, fisheries management, hatchery operation, and habitat conservation.

The Hatchery Superintendent is responsible for supervision and performance of tasks resulting in production and distribution of warmwater and coldwater fishes. These activities include production planning, propagation, rearing, transportation, and distribution of the appropriate species, number, and sizes of selected fish species, permit compliance, reporting, coordination, and operation and maintenance of supporting facilities and equipment.

A Monday-Friday schedule is associated with this position which involves working 40 hours per week. This position is subject to be called back at any time. Hours and days vary with special assignments requiring work on occasional nights, weekends, holidays, and extended days. Overnight travel may also be required on occasion. This position is based at WRC's Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery located in Pisgah Forest, NC (Transylvania Co.) This position also requires its incumbent to reside at the Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery.

RECRUITMENT RANGE: $43,267 -$61,278

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities / Management Preferences

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of fish culture or biology;
• Experience collecting and recording physical, chemical, and biological data.
• Experience operating or maintaining a variety of equipment and tools used at a fish hatchery (ex. farm tractor, fish feeder, lawn mower, stocking truck, other motor vehicles, lab equipment, power and manual hand tools);
• Experience constructing, maintaining, and repairing hatchery equipment, buildings, and other facilities;
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with hatchery staff, other agency staff, cooperating agencies and organizations, and the general public.

Special Qualifications / Requirements

• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license required within 90 days of hire.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate Degree in wildlife or fisheries management or construction management from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of experience in the management of wildlife or fisheries resources or in construction operations which include heavy equipment operation;
• an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

All applicants applying for employment opportunities must create and submit a comprehensive candidate profile using State of North Carolina Careers for the State of North Carolina. All Required Education and Experience must be included in the candidate profile to receive consideration during the selection and salary administration processes.

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.

Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Amer