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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Bureau of Fisheries Management is recruiting to fill two Fisheries Technician- Advanced positions. The positions are located at the Kettle Moraine Fish Hatchery and the Brule Rearing Station. The candidate hired at the Brule Rearing Station will be expected to live onsite in hatchery housing. It is expected that sometime in the future the position at Brule Rearing Station will be moved to the Les Voigt Hatchery. There is not onsite housing at the Les Voigt Hatchery or the Kettle Moraine Fish Hatchery.
We will use the applicant list generated from this recruitment to fill future Fisheries Technician- Advanced positions around the state in the next 6 to 12 months. If you are interested in either of the current available position locations or a future location, you should APPLY NOW.
State of Wisconsin benefits include excellent health insurance options, ample leave time, a business casual office atmosphere, and an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We offer a team-orientated atmosphere and a focus on work-life balance, flexible working schedules for most positions, and the ability to flex hours with supervisor approval.
The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our citizenry.
Position Summary
The Fisheries Technician- Advanced is a fish culturist working with cold or coolwater fish species at the assigned Hatchery. The responsibilities of this position require a high level of knowledge of fish culture, fish diseases, complex electrical and mechanical systems, environmental monitoring, and written and oral communication skills and accurate record keeping. The Fisheries Technician- Advanced will participate in rearing and maintenance of fish and fish rearing units. This position reports to and receives general direction from the Hatchery Supervisors. This position may also assist in loading and distribution of fish. This position will be added to the hatchery alarm call list.
To view the complete position description go to the posting.
Salary Information
Starting pay is $18/hour for this position ($37,440 annually). Pay on appointment for current or former state employees may vary based on the applicable provisions in the State Compensation Plan. Current State employees applying as a transfer applicant will require additional approvals for a pay increase. This position is in Pay Schedule / Range 06-13.
A 12-month probationary period may be required.
Job Details
Employment will require the selected candidate to pass a background check. DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Required qualifications for this position include knowledge and experience in ALL of the following:
- Cold and/or cool water fish culture and fish health.
- Computer software, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Outlook), or
related software.
- Basic water chemistry testing and parameters related to fish production and health.
- Fish health monitoring, disease control, and environmental health assessments.
Best-qualified applicants will also have the following preferred qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience with bio-security plans for water supply and/or hatchery operations.
- Knowledge and experience with community or public educational outreach.
How To Apply
Go to https://wisc.jobs and type 1796 in the "Search by Keyword" box and then click the blue "Search Jobs" button to view job info. Please follow all instructions given in this job posting. You will be able to save your application as many times as needed and make edits up until the point you submit your application. Once you submit your application, you will NOT be able to make any updates to the application or any materials submitted.
Your letter of qualifications and resume are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and cover letter and what should be included in these materials follow instructions in the posting.
Your resume and job narrative letter of qualifications together should describe your education and experience in:
-Cold and/or cool water fish culture and fish health- including paid or unpaid experiences, courses taken, or degrees earned.
-Computer software- including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, Access, Outlook), or related software.
-Fish health monitoring, disease control, and environmental health assessments.
-Basic water chemistry testing and parameters related to fish production and health.
-Public education and outreach including- providing direct customer service, giving presentations, responding to publ-ic inquiries etc.Biosecurity plans for water supply and/ or hatchery operations.
Please make sure to also include any relevant education, training, and certifications in your resume or letter of qualifications.
RESPONSE LIMITATIONS: The combination of your letter of qualifications and resume must provide sufficient detail to portray your qualifications. It is important that they clearly describe your background so the job expert(s) evaluating your application materials are able to make an accurate judgment regarding your qualifications. Use specific examples to clearly demonstrate your level of expertise. References are not necessary at this time.
Please note that the Wiscjobs system will time you out after 15 minutes of activity, so be sure to save your work often to avoid having to re-start the application process.
NEXT STEPS: Your application materials will be evaluated by one or more job experts based on pre-determined criteria. The best-qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Please monitor your job cart and e-mail account (including the junk folder) for updates to the assessment process.
The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Deadline to Apply
The deadline to apply is 11:59 pm Central Time June 13, 2021.
