Natural Resources Program Manager 1 - Commerce - Natural Resources - Randolph Co.

WV Departments of Health, Health Facilities, and Human Services; West Virginia; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A state health department in West Virginia is seeking a Natural Resources Program Manager 1. The role involves managing nine state fish hatcheries, supervising a team, planning fish production, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates must have a Master of Science degree in wildlife or fisheries biology and at least six years of experience in wildlife management, including two years in a supervisory role. This is a full-time position, with responsibilities focused on conservation and public outreach.

Qualifications

• Master's in wildlife or fisheries biology or related fields.
• 6+ years experience in wildlife management or similar fields.
• 2 years in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Manage state fish hatcheries and supervise staff.
• Plan and implement fish production and distribution.
• Ensure compliance with water quality and endangered species regulations.

Skills

Wildlife management

Fish culture

Data analysis

Education

Master of Science degree in relevant field

Job description

Natural Resources Program Manager 1 - Commerce - Natural Resources - Randolph Co.

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Nature of Work

WILDLIFE RESOURCES SECTION/ELKINS OPERATION CENTER: Under supervision of the Assistant Chief, employee manages nine state fish hatcheries in support of the Division of Natural Resources Fisheries Management Program. The hatchery system comprises seven coldwater and two warmwater hatcheries. The employee is responsible for direct supervision of nine Fish Culturists, one Wildlife Biologist, and one Secretary; planning and implementing fish production and distribution; managing hatchery upgrades; ensuring compliance with water quality standards; ensuring compliance with endangered species; developing and implementing fish health and biosecurity protocols; coordinating fish stocking needs and fish distribution with staff; developing hatchery plans; analyzing and interpreting data; preparing federal aid reports; writing technical reports and scientific publications; assisting the assistant chief in various administrative duties including purchasing; activity reporting; data management; and public outreach. Regular attendance is required. Performs related duties as required.

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IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Training: Master of Science degree from an accredited college or university with a major in wildlife or fisheries biology, fish culture, conservation biology, natural resources, aquatic biology, botany, biological sciences or environmental sciences. Preference will be given to educational and field experience as related to specific job postings.
• AND Experience: Six (6) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in wildlife, fishery management or related fields, two years of which must have been in a supervisory, administrative or professional capacity.

Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.

Other Information

This Job Opportunity is in the Classified-Exempt Service.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Government Administration