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Job Title: Assistant Hatchery Supervisor  (Wildlife Biologist II) - Egan Fish Hatchery Job Description: Do you have a passion for fish and want to contribute to raising a large portion of the fish that fill our beautiful state's waters? If so,the Utah Department of Natural Resources,Division of Wildlife Resources is seeking an Assistant Hatchery Supervisor who will help maintain brood fish,spawn fish,oversee egg development and maintain the hatchery facility and equipment at the Egan State Fish Hatchery in Bicknell,Utah. Principle Duties: As an assistant hatchery supervisor,you will:

• Propagating fish.
• Feeding fish,using proper feed levels and feeding techniques.
• Supervise 2 full-time subordinates
• Cleaning troughs,raceways,quiescent zones,and other water management structures.
• Assisting receiving and egg disinfection operations.
• Assist supervisor in feed ordering,planning production needs,and producing monthly reports.
• Oversee and assist with necropsies of various fish groups.
• Gathering biological data and entering data into databases and other agency programs.
• Maintaining facilities,equipment,lawns,shrubbery,and hatchery grounds.
• Inspecting facilities,machinery,equipment,systems,etc.,to verify safety,maintenance,conditions,functions,and quality. 
• Assisting with diagnosing and repairing electrical,plumbing,and mechanical issues.
• Assisting with hatchery tours and helping with non-hatchery division projects.
• Attending training in various areas of the division and hatchery operations.

The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have:

• a bachelors degree in aquaculture 
• knowledge of and experience with fish production procedures,loading densities,fish stocking
• knowledge of and/or experience with coldwater fish culture
• basic maintenance and construction trade skills such as electrical,plumbing,heating and air,welding,carpentry,etc. 
• the ability and willingness to learn new skills
• the ability to follow directions accurately
• excellent written and oral communication skills
• a valid Utah driver's license

*Preference will be given to candidates with a bachelor s degree in a natural resources field. Additional preference will be given to candidates with a master's degree in a wildlife-related natural resources field or other applicable field that is beneficial for the position. Preference for years of demonstrated successful full-time work experience will vary based on the specific position.

Why you should join our team: The Division of Wildlife Resources believes wildlife is valuable to everyone. You have the opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals committed to managing and safeguarding Utah's waters. In addition,you will receive great benefits and generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your loved ones and have a positive work-life balance. Below is a summary of the benefits offered to state employees:

Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):

• 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan.
• There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other medical insurance coverage.
• 5 dental plan options,with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those who have other dental insurance coverage.
• 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare

Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):

• Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems before 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.
• Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.

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``` - Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employe contributes an amount equal to   10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k)) - Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.  

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``` - Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.

Paid Time Off:

• Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual,4 hours sick).
• Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.
• We have 12 paid holidays.

The Agency Click here for more information about the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.