Description

The Washington 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. We value demonstrated skill in living WDFW values of professionalism, accountability, empathy, integrity, service, and respect.

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. Find out more about us and the important work we are a part of at www.wdfw.wa.gov
Full-Time/Non-permanent
Fish Hatchery Specialist 2

There is one 5.5-month non-permanent Fish Hatchery Specialist 2 position in the Fish Program, Hatchery Division.The duty station is the Coulter Creek Hatchery, located at 12710 124th Ave Ct. KPN, Gig Harbor, WA 98329.Anticipated start date is December 16, 2019.
Duties
Fish Culture
Tasks include:
Calculates and feeds fish according to pond populations and weight samples. Adjust feed size and amount fed as needed.
•Monitors fish behavior and health
•Monitors egg and fish production and Disinfects and enumerates eggs
•Administers therapeutics, calculates and administers drugs as prescribed
•Identifies, sorts, and samples species for spawning and adult distribution
•Cleans ponds and raceways, troughs, and incubator systems to maintain fish health
•Identifies marked adults and collects tags/marks for bio sampling.
•Records data and is able to identify multiple marks by sight or mechanical devices.
•Collects fish tissue and fluid samples for Fish Health Specialists without contaminating samples.
•Performs fish inventories, splits, grading, marking trailer inventories, weight samples and plants.
•Picks eggs loss by hand or using equipment and incubates for facility programs or shipments
•Determines proper number of adults needed to meet program goals using fecundity based on egg size and species fertilized.
•Collect adult mortality and fill out correct head tags for brood stock and enter data into hatchery documents and fish books.
•Identify all targeted and non-targeted species, gender, stock origin and condition of maturity when trapping and spawning adults.

Recordkeeping and Reporting
Tasks include:
Proficient use of computers and software in order to perform various aspects of hatchery work, including: data entry, record keeping, reporting (both within and outside agency).
•Accurately fills out and submits agency forms such as fish transfer tickets, hatchery invoice forms and other relevant forms.
•Assist or develops forms or spreadsheets for more efficient record keeping.
•Performs water quality analysis and discharge monitoring reports (DMR) as required by the Department of Ecology to maintain hatchery discharge permits (NPDES).
•Create programs to calculate desired growth rates through yearly rearing cycle (Projection sheets) that monitor fish sizes using samples & feed conversions.
•Maintains purchasing card account, ledger of hatchery expenses, and completes order payment forms for vendor payments.
•Compile, catalogue and store historic records at facility.
•Surplus state equipment following agency guidelines.

Operation and Maintenance of Facility and Equipment
Tasks include:
Maintains proper water flow and rearing environments
•Performs standby which requires responding to alarms and taking appropriate action to preserve facility programs, tests alarms and reports failures to agency personnel.
•Monitors and maintains facility support systems i.e. diesel generators, domestic water systems, alarm panels and other support systems.
•Actively identifies safety hazards and takes action or recommends remedies as appropriate
•Perform maintenance duties in and around hatchery and residences to preserve a clean and safe working environment
•Applies herbicides or controlled burning for weed control
•Maintain hatchery housing; i.e. build/maintain fences, plumbing and minor electrical repairs.
•Maintain road access to residences, hatchery by plowing, grading, and snow blowers.
•Operate forklifts, tractors, yard maintenance equipment, fish pumps and common power tools

Communication
Tasks include:
Responds to questions from visitors to the facility and conducts organized tours.
•Interacts with the public in a polite, professional manner
•Attend school presentations and/or career fairs, sportsmen shows, county fairs and give lectures at schools and local organizations, and supervises participants in fish derbies.
•Communicates with inter agency staff or outside entities both verbally and in writing as needed regarding hatchery infrastructure or facility programs, i.e. local Public Utility Districts, co-managers and others.
•Communicates closely with supervisors and coworkers regarding hatchery operations and infrastructure

Other duties as assigned
Tasks include:
Work alone on station and at remote sites need to be able to make sound decisions
Pursues continuing education, training, and attend meetings as required
Travels to other hatcheries to assist with heavy work load.

Working Conditions
Working outside in all weather conditions and some office work as needed it. Work schedule is 8-5 Monday – Friday. The work hours can vary greatly at different times of year depending on the work schedule and weather conditions. This position may require standby, the employee is responsible for overseeing the facility for the remaining 16 hours of the day. While on standby this position will work ten days on 4 days off. Travel may be required in order to accomplish agency goals. Communicates effectively with public and volunteers. Employee will interact with small community groups and individual constituents on a regular basis.

Performs strenuous physical activities, follow instructions and complete assigned tasks, gather and compile data, use sound judgment, and assist in training entry level employees. Performs mechanical tasks using power and hand tools. Employee will work with hand & power tools, lawn care equipment, tractors, forklifts, welding equipment, egg picking machines, water sampling instruments, transport trucks, passenger vehicles, adult fish pumps, adult fish counters, CWT identification equipment, trash pumps, pressure washers, diesel generators, small gas engine, computers and software. A valid driver’s license. Standby is assigned and there is no housing available to facilitate to standby requirement. The response time is 40 minutes.

Union
This position is in the bargaining unit represented by the Washington Association of Fish & Wildlife Hatchery Professionals and is subject to the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the State of Washington, Department of Fish & Wildlife, and the Washington Association of Fish Hatchery Professionals (WAFHP).

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.

Qualifications
High School diploma or GED. Preferred work experience in a hatchery environment
Knowledge and Abilities Desired:

Basic computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Excel software.
Basic fish culture techniques; rearing procedures
Water dynamics ( e.g. flows, flow patterns, availability, temperature, etc)
Calibration of specialized instruments (e.g. scales, Dissolved Oxygen meters)
Basic math; calculate and understand quantities and proportions
Ability to lift 50 lbs, work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform strenuous physical activities.
Safe and proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment.
Communicate effectively with the public
Supplemental Information
To apply for this position you MUST complete your profile at www.careers.wa.gov and attach the following to your profile before completing the online application:

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. Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we ask your understanding and encourage you to use the online process and avoid calling for information.

Veteran Preference Notice
To take advantage of veteran preference, please do the following:

Email a copy of your DD214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22 or USDVA signed verification of service letter to RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
Subject line should include recruitment number, position and Vet (Example: #10155 Biologist 1 – Veteran)
Include your name as it appears on your application in careers.wa.gov
Military Spouse Preference Notice
To take advantage of military spouse preference, please do the following:
Notify us of your military spouse status by email at RecruitmentTeam@dfw.wa.gov.
Subject line should include recruitment number, position and MS (Example:#10155 Biologist 1 – MS)
Include your name as it appears on your application in 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.