The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is dedicated to preserving, protecting and perpetuating fish, wildlife and ecosystems, while providing sustainable recreational and commercial opportunities dependent on viable fish and wildlife populations.  Each day, WDFW employees facilitate fishing, hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for millions of residents and visitors.  WDFW’s employees–field and laboratory biologists, geneticists, research scientists, hatchery professionals, policy experts, fully commissioned law enforcement officers, land stewards, lab technicians, property acquisition specialists, customer service representatives and others work throughout the state.  WDFW employees protect and restore critical habitat, strive to facilitate species recovery when necessary, and manage hundreds of fish and wildlife species.  WDFW employees maintain nearly a million acres of public wildlife lands. They interpret, apply and enforce state and federal laws and collaborate with stakeholders to protect fish and wildlife resources. The Department of Fish and Wildlife has some of the most talented people in the natural resource field.  We celebrate and value diversity, appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment, strengthens positive relationships with the local community, and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfilling the agency’s mission.  Find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at www.wdfw.wa.gov

There is currently a permanent Fish Hatchery Specialist 3 position in the Fish Program, Hatchery Division, Priest Rapids Complex.  The duty station is the Priest Rapids Hatchery located in Mattawa, WA.

This position will assist the Operations Manager and FHS 4 in the day-to-day facility operations and production programs.  This position act as a lead worker for two permanent Fish Hatchery Specialist 2, three Career Seasonal Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 at the Priest Rapids Hatchery, planning and taking part in completion of daily work assignments, ensuring reporting requirements are met, teaching basic fish culture and other hatchery related tasks, and leading by example.

Crew Leader
Tasks include:
Carries out assignments as a working leader.
Monitors projects/activities to ensure completion in a timely manner.
Ensures that the staff is productive and well informed on activities.
Ensures safety compliance.
Serves as a leader and role model for staff.
Demonstrate, instruct or train others in methods, procedures and how to complete tasks.

Physical Operation and Maintenance of Facility 
Tasks include:
Ensures that working components of the fish hatchery are kept in good condition (i.e. pumps & motors, vehicles, alarms, generators, flashlights)
Ensures timely repairs to facility and infrastructure.
Maintains the grounds in appearance and upkeep to include seasonal issues.
Identifies and communicates ways to improve the physical plant operation.
Actively identifies safety hazards and takes action or recommends remedies as appropriate.

Communications
Tasks include:
Keeps supervisor and management well-informed on production issues that may lead to fish health concerns or program shortfalls.
Disseminates information from management and supervisor in a positive light that leads to compliance and team building.
Serves as a conduit for safety concerns (management to staff and staff to management)
Represents the agency professionally and communicates effectively.
Communicates with outside entities to implement agency-approved projects.

Working Conditions
This position has a 40-hour workweek and a work schedule of 8:00 am – 4:30 pm with seasonal fluctuations.  This position has been assigned standby and the duty is a split three ways.  This position requires the ability to work outside in all types of inclement weather conditions and the ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.  This position is on-station and standby has been assigned. This position will require applicant to obtain a CDL license within 12-months, if you don’t already have one. 

Special Note:
All applicants considering applying for this position should understand and consider that standby is a requirement for all positions in the Fish Hatchery Specialist series.  Management may determine it is necessary to assign it in order to accomplish the goals and objectives of the agency and as necessary to protect the resources of the agency and if assigned, it will be a requirement of the position.

Union
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish and Wildlife Professionals (WAFWP).  As a condition of employment you must either join the union and pay union dues, or pay the union a representational or other fee within 30 days of the date you are put into pay status.

Three professional references (personal references do not count as professional)

Please note:  Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification.  E-mailed documents will not be accepted in lieu of attaching your documents to the online profile.
Upon submission of your online application, you will immediately receive a confirming e-mail.  You will then be notified via e-mail of your status during the process.  In addition to the e-mail notifications, you can check the status of your application at any time by visiting your online profile at www.careers.wa.gov.

The Department of Fish and Wildlife is an equal opportunity employer.  We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity.  Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.  Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may call (360) 902-2276 or the Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD) at (800) 833-6388.