Fish Production Manager - Northern Region

Are you interested in protecting, conserving, and enhancing the Commonwealth's aquatic resources? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is searching for a knowledgeable Fish Production Manager to oversee our Northern Region hatcheries. This position is responsible for supporting optimum fishing opportunities to the angling public through production and stocking of fish from state fish hatcheries as well as exchanges of fish with other governmental agencies and contracted producers, while protecting the environment and complying with applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Bring your dedication to our team to ensure our hatcheries are operated in an optimum manner to minimize adverse environmental effects from hatchery effluents and loss of fish within the hatchery!

As a Fish Production Manager, you will be tasked with managerial and advanced technical work involving the planning and direction of fish production and distribution programs for state fish hatcheries operated by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. Work involves planning, directing, and coordinating fish production, fish distribution, as well as infrastructure maintenance and improvement activities in hatcheries located in Fairview, Linesville, Corry, Oswayo, Tionesta, and Pleasant Mount. You will be responsible for budgeting; assigning work; monitoring the production of numbers, sizes, and species; and distributing fish in accordance with established schedules, procedures, and destinations. You will also have the opportunity to perform administrative functions such as filling vacant positions, ensuring appropriate employee training, encouraging professional development, conducting performance reviews, and handling disciplinary actions under the guidance of the Director of Fish Production.

Lead by example and motivate our team to achieve excellence in support of our agency's objectives!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Bellefonte. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Fisheries Biologist 3; or
• Four years as a Fish Culture Station Manager; or
• Seven years of experience related to the production and culture of food or sport fish, which includes three years of experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity; or
• Three years of supervisory or managerial experience related to the production and culture of food or sport fish; and a Bachelor's Degree in fisheries biology, aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, fish culture, or closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.