Join Our Team at Darrah Springs Hatchery!
Darrah Springs Hatchery is seeking a dedicated, career-oriented individual to oversee the operation of a large-scale trout production facility. As the Fish Hatchery Manager I, you will manage a team of 7 permanent employees and 2 seasonal workers, ensuring the efficient daily operations of the hatchery.
In this role, you’ll be responsible for supervising staff performance, conducting evaluations, and taking appropriate action, including disciplinary measures when needed. You will create work schedules, coordinate stocking and fishing events, and monitor ongoing projects related to grounds maintenance, fish culture, rearing, stocking, water quality, data collection, and biosecurity programs.
Additionally, you will oversee the maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, and facilities, ensuring the hatchery operates at its best. Promoting a culture of safety and providing training opportunities for staff will also be a key aspect of your responsibilities.
If you have strong leadership skills and a passion for wildlife management, we invite you to apply and become part of our team dedicated to supporting fish production and conservation.
Please refer to the Duty Statement for specific duties and functions.
In order to be eligible for this position, you must either be transfer eligible or take and pass the following exam.
Class Title: Fish Hatchery Manager I
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Must wear a prescribed uniform when engaging with the public, conducting fieldwork, in the office and on-site visits. Ability to use a computer keyboard several hours a day. Involves sitting, standing, walking, and manual labor. Working in extreme weather conditions of heat and occasionally snow. Ability to work in remote locations. This position may require moderate day travel, and occasional overnight travel up to 5 days based on business need. Work weekends, holidays, and unusual hours as assigned, required or necessary in an emergency to keep live fish product alive. Possession of a valid Driver’s License is required to operate State vehicles. Periodic use of respirators and required to participate in the Department’s respirator protection program; and other required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) certifications.
Landlord responsibilities for state owned housing on site. State Owned housing is available; residency and standby duties are currently required.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Please refer the Job description for details