Help the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife fulfill its mission: To protect and enhance Oregon's fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations.

This permanent, full-time position is located at the Nehalem Fish Hatchery in Nehalem, Oregon.

Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!

As a Fish and Wildlife Manager 1 (Hatchery Manager), you supervise, manage, plan, coordinate and direct the fish culture at one medium sized hatchery facility. Responsibilities include:

• Plan, develop and implement assigned hatchery production to meet short and long-term program goals
• Develop and implement hatchery specific operating procedures
• Plan, prepare and administer the hatchery budget
• Supervise two employees
• Develop and implement goals: affirmative action, safety, hazardous materials handling, ADA
• Oversee and participate in fish culture activities
• Oversee maintenance and operation of water system
• Oversee management of hatchery housing, property, facilities and equipment
• Develop short and long-term plans for remodeling and maintenance

For a full review of the position details, duties, and working conditions, please review the position description located here.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate 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).

NOTE: This experience must have included two years of lead work or supervisory experience.

Desired Attributes

• Fish culture experience in a hatchery setting
• Experience planning developing and implementing production
• Experience developing and implementing operating procedures
• Experience planning, preparing and administering a budget
• Experience supervising employees
• Experience with maintenance and operation of water systems

Benefits of Joining Our Team

The Department of Fish and Wildlife (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.

Additional benefits include:

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, and a competitive benefits package.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
• Get There - Oregon’s easy-to-use carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Live, work, and play in Nehalem, Oregon.

Application Details and Instructions 

• First time applying to the State of Oregon? Consider utilizing a WorkSource Oregon Resource event!
• 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.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for reference, as it is not available for you to view after the announcement deadline.
• 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%.
• Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities.
• 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.
• If you are experiencing difficulty applying for this position or have questions, please contact the ODFW Human Resources office at 503-947-6051.

Additional Details:

• If you are hired, you will become part of the State's management service. Pay and benefits on all job listings may change without notice.
• Finalists are subject to both a criminal history and motor vehicles check. Driving is required for all positions. Adverse background and/or driving information may disqualify you from further consideration.
• 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.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.

Helpful Links & Resources

• How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job
• Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | Classification and Compensation | Pay Equity
• The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer