Fish Hatchery Technician

Fish Hatchery Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) Underfill OptionHiring one seasonal position with anticipated duration of January 1, 2027 – August 30, 2027 (These are estimated dates. Length of season(s) may be shortened or extended depending on project needs, funding, or factors beyond the project's control).
Join the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) and help fulfill our mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN OREGON'S NATURAL RESOURCESOpportunity Awaits, Apply TodayAs a Fish Hatchery Technician (Fish and Wildlife Technician) at the Big Creek Hatchery in Astoria, Oregon, you will provide the support for the work unit in a technical manner by caring for fish through the complete hatchery cycle and performing maintenance on grounds and equipment and performing other duties within a fish hatchery environment to achieve assigned management goals. These duties include:Fish rearingHandling of anadromous adult salmonid brood stockIncubation and egg handlingWater systems maintenance and operationsPerform preventive and/or corrective maintenance using hand tools and power equipmentRepair, construct or manufacture special tools, equipment, and/or structures for fish culture useComplete written reportsGive hatchery toursThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
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The goal of this recruitment is to fill the positions at the Fish & Wildlife Technician (FWT) level. However, we encourage candidates to apply for the Fish & Wildlife Technician Entry level ($3515
- $4312/mo.) as the department may consider under-filling the position.
Clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes in your application materials. We cannot accept additional application materials after the application deadline. These materials determine whether you move forward in the selection process and help establish your starting salary. Be sure your work and education history is accurate, thorough, and fully reflects your skills and experience, even if they do not seem directly related to the position. Click here to learn more about Equal Pay Analysis and What You Need to Know to Get the JobWHAT WE ARE LOOKING FORMinimum QualificationsFish and Wildlife Technician ($3798
- $519 3)Option 1: An Associate's degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture or Aquarium Science;-OR-Option 2: Eighteen months of fish culture (care of fish) experience. Six months of fisheries, wildlife or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience.
Equivalency Notes:A higher-level degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework will substitute for the Associate's degree.
Fish and Wildlife Technician Entry Option ($3515
- $4312):Minimum qualifications are not established for this classification (there are no minimum qualifications). Previous related experience is desirable.
Desired AttributesExperience with fish culture in a hatchery settingFish rearing experienceIncubation and egg handing experienceExperience handling adult fishExperience with water systems and maintenanceExperience with the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and tools.
Experience collecting and recording dataExperience working with the publicExperience working in a team environmentAPPLICATION DETAILS AND INSTRUCTIONSThe State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified people to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other vacancies as they occurState of Oregon Employees, must apply through their employee Workday account.
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