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Department: DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE Division: DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE Business Unit: HR-FISHERIES MANAGEMENT Work Type: PERMANENT *Pay Grade: GRADE 36 Salary Range: $53,598.96 - $79,719.84 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: KRISTIN L BOWLING Phone: 775 688-1522 Email: klbowling@ndow.org Position Description Fish Hatchery Supervisors manage the operations and maintenance of an assigned hatchery or fish rearing station, and plan, budget and perform maintenance activities in order to provide for an efficient operation and preserve wildlife resources. Incumbents function as first-line supervisors who train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff; assign and review work; and initiate disciplinary action. This position manages the operations and maintenance of a cold water fish hatchery; supervises a four person crew; develops work schedules; participates in the development of the stocking plan; implements the stocking plan; responsible for station fish health monitoring and treatment; conducts station operations consistent with agency and state purchasing and contracting policy and procedures; and is responsible for station security and public affairs at the Gallagher Fish Hatchery. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-1_0// Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife management, fishery or related field and three years of technical experience in wildlife management such as establishing and maintaining quality wildlife habitat to meet the needs of a variety of wildlife species; fish hatchery work that included caring for fish, fish eggs and transplanting fish; operating equipment to maintain suitable habitats of wildlife; and providing for security of wildlife management areas. One year of the above experience must have been in a leadworker capacity; OR graduation from high school or equivalent education and five years of technical experience in wildlife management such as establishing and maintaining quality wildlife habitat to meet the needs of a variety of wildlife species; fish hatchery work that included caring for fish, fish eggs and transplanting fish One year of the above experience must have been in a leadworker capacity; OR an equivalent combination of education andexperience operating equipment to maintain suitable habitats of wildlife; and providing for security of wildlife management areas. One year of the above experience must have been in a leadworker capacity; OR one year of experience working as a Fish Hatchery Supervisor I or two years of experience as a Fish Hatchery Technician III in Nevada State service. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. Special Requirements Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. All positions in this series are required to respond to emergency situations which may occur during non working hours. A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Restricted use Pesticide Applicator's Certificate is required as an ongoing condition of employment. Incumbents in this series are required to reside in Department housing at the hatchery that is provided by the Department of Wildlife. Positions in this series are required to obtain and maintain a valid Nevada commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement and air brake certification. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. *The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Nearest Major Market: Elko

Department: DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE Division: DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE Business Unit: HR-FISHERIES MANAGEMENT Work Type: PERMANENT *Pay Grade: GRADE 31 Salary Range: $43,346.88 - $63,746.64 Fulltime/Parttime: Full Time Recruiter: KRISTIN L BOWLING Phone: 775 688-1522 Email: klbowling@ndow.org Position Description Fish Hatchery Technicians care for fish and adjust feed levels; keep accurate feed and population records; maintain and clean troughs, tanks, ponds, raceways, traps, holding pens and launders; maintain screens, water sources and aeration devices. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform advanced-level work and may provide work direction and training to others. This position serves as the assistant supervisor with responsibilities of training new employees in station procedures and maintains station records and station monitoring document. Incumbent is also responsible for the day-to-day operations at the Gallagher Fish Hatchery, including all aspects of fish culture from care of the reared fish to maintenance of the facility and grounds as well as delivering fish to stocked waters. Gallagher is located in Ruby Valley south of Elko. The successful candidate will be required to reside in Department housing at the Gallagher Fish Hatchery. A deduction of $50 for the current rent amount is taken from the employee's paycheck every two weeks. A refundable $500.00 cleaning/damage deposit will be required at the date of hire or by payroll deduction. To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-1_0// Minimum Qualifications Graduation from high school or equivalent education and five years of experience in building trades and maintenance of mechanical equipment, three years of which was technical experience in caring for fish such as adjusting fish feed levels; keeping accurate feed and population records; maintaining and cleaning troughs, tanks, ponds, raceways, traps, holding pens and launders; and maintaining screens, water sources and aeration devices at a fish hatchery; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as a Fish Hatchery Technician II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process. Special Requirements A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment. Per NRS 483.926 some positions in this series are required to obtain and maintain a valid Nevada commercial driver's license. Per FMCSR 383.93 and 383.95 some positions are required to maintain a current tanker endorsement and air brake certification. A restricted use Pesticide Applicator's Certificate is required as an ongoing condition of employment. All positions in this series are required to respond to emergency situations which may occur during nonworking hours. Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, positions in this series have been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in these positions must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances. Incumbents in this series are required to reside in Department housing at the hatchery that is provided by the Department of Wildlife. This recruitment may close at any time based on the number of applications received. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. *The salary range indicated in this announcement is based on the Employee/Employer retirement compensation schedule. An employer-only option is available at a reduced salary range. The State of Nevada is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action in recruitment of its employees and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Nearest Major Market: Elko