Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 – Edray Hatchery – Pocahontas Co.
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Nature of Work
Wildlife/Edray Hatchery/Pocahontas County Under general supervision of the Fish Culturist 2 at the Edray State Fish Hatchery, the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 performs skilled work in hatching, growing and distributing fish, and general maintenance of fish hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work includes spawning, grading, weighing, monitoring growth, fish condition, and overall health of hatchery reared fish. Loads fish into hauling tanks on trucks transports fingerlings and catchable size fish and releases them into specific waters. Work can be physically demanding and performed in varying climatic conditions. Incumbent may be required to be a lead worker to small groups on specific projects. Incumbent will be required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with tank endorsement. Performs related work as required. Regular attendance is required. 1 vacancy
IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.
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.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training:
Associate of Science degree from a regionally accredited college or university in fish or wildlife management, natural resources management, fish culture, agriculture or related field.
OR
Substitution:
High school diploma or the equivalent.
AND
Experience:
Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in fish or wildlife management, fish culture or agriculture.
Special Requirement:
A valid drivers license is required. May be required to obtain a
commercial drivers license. May be required to successfully complete special natural resource police officer training and pistol qualification requirements as established by the Division of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Section.
***DETAILS OF RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE SHOWN IN THE WORK EXPERIENCE SECTION OF YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION***
