Job Description and Duties

Do you have a passion for Fish? Would you like to lead a team to meet the goals of a large trout hatchery and contribute to the overall process of healthy fish populations and excellent fishing?

If so, please apply to join our team to produce and supply trout for the nearby lakes and streams! Fish Springs Hatchery, located in Big Pine, CA, is a major producer of trout. This position is required to reside in on-site state-owned housing greatly reducing the overall cost of living.

This position supervises up to 7 employees, is responsible for administering a fingerling, sub and catchable trout program, aerial stocking of fingerling rainbow trout, meeting annual production goals, and ensuring standardized fish culture practices are strictly followed. Hires, trains, supervises, schedules work assignments and evaluates performance for five permanent staff.

Supervises monitoring of water quality parameters and makes adjustments or improvements as needed to achieve and maintain optimal conditions for intensive trout production. Supervises, administers and has overall responsibility for monitoring hatchery water discharge, maintaining compliance with criteria set forth in Waste Water Discharge (NPDES) Permit adopted and enforced by Regional Water Quality Control Board and monitors influent and effluent water, prepares and submits monthly reports. Provides courteous and accurate information to sportsman,local businesses, news media and civic organizations.

In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam:

Fish Hatchery Manager II: Exam Bulletin Link

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Office working environment and the occasional work outside of the office when necessary and as required. Willingness to work in and around water.

Work in all weather conditions such as wind, rain, extreme heat, cold and direct sunlight. Open and close various types of valves, climb steep banks when necessary. Work near waters with uneven terrain and unpredictable flows.

Climb ladders, operate various types of unusual support equipment used in the operation of the hatchery. Willingness to work throughout the State and at unusual hours; willingness to work on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays. Work hours: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m.

Assigned days off: Saturdays and Sundays.

Additional Requirement: This position requires the employee to reside in State-Owned Housing at Fish Springs Hatchery.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• FISH HATCHERY MANAGER II

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist

• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-437949

Position #(s):

565-602-0781-008

Working Title:

Fish Springs Fish Hatchery Manager II

Classification:

FISH HATCHERY MANAGER II

$6,024.00 - $7,540.00

of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Inyo County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) employees are committed to managing and protecting California's diverse wildlife and the habitats upon which they depend.

California is one of the most biodiverse places on the planet. As such, CDFW values diverse employees working together to protect nature for all Californians. CDFW is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all backgrounds, cultures and personal experiences can thrive and connect others to our critical mission.

Join us and begin a meaningful new career!

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Special Requirements

Ability to swim at least 50 yards, stay afloat at least five minutes; able to move 40 pounds and do heavy manual labor.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 7/1/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov.

When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Attn: Human Resources Branch

P.O. Box 944209

Sacramento, CA 94244

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Department of Fish and Wildlife

Human Resources Branch

Temporarily Closed

See Filing Instructions

Sacramento, CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.

• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.

• Other -

A Valid Driver's License is required. Please provide a photocopy in PDF format of the front and back of your Driver's License (DL), clearly showing your name as stated on the license, issuing state, DL number, class, and expiration.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Skill to: Posses strong written and verbal communication and strong organization capacity. Operate office equipment (computers, copy machines, fax machines, telephones, etc.) operate vehicle with or without four-wheel drive.

Special Personal Characteristics: Ability to be a strong, independent leader over the Hatchery, as well as a strong communicator.

Outreach and communication with private, public and governmental entities. Act as Senior Hatchery Supervisor in his/her absence.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: https://www.wildlife.ca.gov

Hiring Unit Contact:

Mathew Norris

(760) 709-1902

Mathew.Norris@wildlife.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:

Civil Rights Office

(916) 902-9211

civilrights@wildlife.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Filing Instructions

You must reference Position Number 565-602-0781-008 and RPA Number E-R6 LF 23-034 in the Examination(s) or Job Title(s) for Which You Are Applying section of the State Application Form (Std. Form 678). Applications that do not list the Position Number and RPA Number may not be considered.

We recommend applications are sent certified mail as we are unable to verify receipt.

Resume - Resumes will be reviewed in addition to the STD 678 for employment history. Resumes must include the complete to and from dates (MM/DD/YYYY) and hours worked per week.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.