Full time
Salary Range: $4,151 – $6,132
Application Deadline: 10/20/2021
See full details at https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Port-Orford–ODFW–Elk-River-Hatchery/Fish-and-Wildlife-Manager-1–Elk-River-Hatchery-Manager-_REQ-77754
This position is with the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) located at the Elk River Hatchery near Port Orford, OR.
In Port Orford, halfway between Bandon and Gold Beach, you’ll find everything you’re looking for. From spectacular seascapes and mountain hiking trails with panoramic vistas, to art galleries and an authentic Victorian mansion. With ocean, lake, and river fishing, boating, and kayaking, and absolutely perfect wind sailing conditions. But here, there’s a difference. You don’t have to push you way through congested traffic or sidewalks to enjoy it.
To learn more about the department and the work we do, view the following video at https://myodfw.com/about
Check out what it is like to work at a hatchery raising fish –
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dt36hM6R_YY
Initial interviews are anticipated to be held via phone, video, or virtual interview due to the current situation related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus).
What you will do:
• Plan, develop and implement assigned hatchery production to meet short and long-term program goals; meet with fish district personnel to plan and implement annual production goals and broodstock collection; coordinate with agency staff on all matters related to hatchery production; assist in evaluating hatchery programs, development of performance measures and evaluate the success or failure of different and new fish culture technology; implement wild and hatchery broodstock collection and development programs. Develop hatchery specific operating policies and implement procedures including a hatchery operations manual and long-range plans for the hatchery including maintenance, improvements, and operations. Handle anadromous and resident domestic and wild adult salmonid brood stock including trapping, sorting, determining maturity and condition, observing for signs of health, collecting samples requested by research and others, marking, measuring, and spawning. Set and follow genetic guidelines of spawning populations. Incubate and handle eggs and fry. Set up rearing containers, provide adequate water flows, maintain proper hygiene in rearing containers, develop feeding schedules, use appropriate diets, monitor fish growth and development, observe fish for diseases and/or parasites and recommend treatments or fish health inspections.
• Supervise employees and volunteers. Plan, prepare and administer the hatchery budget by developing estimates, maintaining expenditure controls, preparing budgets as requested, and monitoring expenditures and purchases. Develop and implement hatchery-specific plans and goals such as affirmative action goals, safety goals, hazardous materials handling procedures, and ADA goals.
• Oversee maintenance and operations of hatchery property, facilities, and equipment. Develop short and long-term plans for remodeling, maintenance, and improvements. Develop preliminary specifications, coordinate design with engineering, work with local contractors, and purchase materials. Assure that preventative and corrective maintenance is accomplished as needed on driveways, parking areas, buildings, and structures, and they are maintained in an attractive user-friendly manner. Assure that preventative and corrective maintenance is regularly accomplished on all vehicles, tractors, pumps, lifts; that power and hand tools remain in safe, efficient, and usable working condition.
The 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.
Working Conditions
• Required to live on station as a condition of employment and work on an on-call basis as assigned and be available to respond to emergency situations.
• Often works in or near cold, deep, or fast-moving water for extended periods.
• Handles chemicals used in treatment of fish and disinfection of fish handling equipment.
• Works with paint, vehicle fuel, lubricants, and other solvents during routine maintenance.
• Displays a good sense of diplomacy when dealing with the public.
• Works a professional workweek, with occasional night work and weekend work (on a rotational basis). Position is not eligible for overtime.
Criminal Records/DMV Check
Applicants are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Out-of-state finalists will be required to present a current certified driving record for review to be considered for the position. Be prepared to obtain as soon as possible. You are expected to provide the out-of-state certified driving record before an offer can be made unless extenuating circumstances exist. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
NOTE: Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete the U.S. Department Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. ODFW participates in E-Verify. ODFW is not able to support VISA sponsorships.
We are seeking applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and have the following skills and experience:
Minimum Qualifications:
• An Associate’s degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture or Aquarium Science and three years and six months of fish culture (care of fish) experience (eighteen months of fisheries, wildlife or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience); OR
• A Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science or a closely-related Bachelor’s degree with at least 45 quarter (30 semester) hours of biological/ecological coursework and two years of fish culture (care of fish) experience (twelve months of fisheries, wildlife or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience); OR
• Five years of fish culture (care of fish) experience (two years of fisheries, wildlife or related habitat work experience will count toward this experience).
This experience must have included two years of lead work or supervisory experience.
Requested Skills:
• Fish culture experience in a hatchery setting
• Working with eggs and fry
• Handling adult fish
• Collecting and recording data
• Writing technical or summary reports
• Using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Budget development, tracking, and adjusting expenditures
The State of Oregon is requiring all executive branch employees to complete their COVID-19 vaccination series by October 18, 2021 unless the employee receives a medical or religious exception. New employees must submit vaccination documentation or be approved for an exception by October 18, 2021. For more information, visit our policy at: https://www.oregon.gov/das/HR/Documents/50.000.03-COVID-19-Vaccination-Requirements.pdf.
Additional Information:
Your answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the “Job History” section in your application or you may not be considered for this position. Resumes will not replace the completed “Job History” section in your online application. You may be disqualified if your experience listed in the “Job History” section does not include information used to: 1) meet the minimum qualifications of the job and 2) back up your answers to the supplemental questions. If any of the positions listed in your application are part time or seasonal, be sure to include the dates you worked (month and year) and the average amount of hours worked per week in the duties section. Only those individuals who most closely match the requested skills will be invited to an interview.
Note: You will be required to provide a copy of your official or unofficial transcripts (online transcripts are acceptable) during the selection process that show your name, the name/address of the institution, coursework with passing grades, and degree conferred (including date), if you are using education to qualify. Transcripts and cover letters can be attached to your application in the Resume/CV/Cover Letter attachments field when you apply. Cover letters may not be reviewed unless it is stated as a requirement in the job posting.
For helpful tips on filling out your job history, responding to the supplemental questions, and submitting your application, click here
Notes for External Applicants (non-state of Oregon employees): If you would like to retain a copy of this job posting, please print a copy before submitting your application. Once the job posting has closed, you will not be able to access the posting.
The job posting closes at 11:59 PM (PDT/PST) on the close date. After you submit your application, be sure to respond to the two questionnaires relating to public records requests and veterans’ preference immediately following your submittal. These questions are necessary to complete the application process.
Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.
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 occur.
If you are hired, you will become part of the State’s management team. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
Veterans – If you are an eligible veteran and you meet the qualifications, veterans’ preference points will be added to your score. For more information on veterans’ preference points visit www.oregonjobs.org and select Veterans resources under Resources. Please do not attach veteran documentation to your initial application, after you have applied you will be sent a task in your Workday account to provide your veteran documentation at that time.
Find information on State of Oregon benefits
More information about our agency can be found on our social media accounts and at myodfw.com and https://www.dfw.state.or.us/
If you are passionate about natural resources, we invite you to join our team and assist with furthering ODFW’s mission by partnering with communities and sharing how our work has a positive effect on Oregon’s fish, wildlife and their habitats. ODFW is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce as we strive to represent and better serve our neighboring communities. Our most important asset is our employees, and each person brings unique, different, and important contributions to the workplace and community we serve. With Oregon’s changing demographics, a workforce that reflects this change will make us stronger and create an opportunity for better decision making. Consider joining our team as we lead ODFW into the future!
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer