Key Responsibilities
Fish Production:
- Lead propagation and culture programs for Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Muskellunge, Paddlefish, and Walleyes.
- Develop production plans and conduct pre-production season planning meetings.
- Coordinate Walleye spawning activities and fry production.
- Ensure fish production meets targets (90-120% of requested numbers).
- Implement disease prevention and control measures.
- Maintain inventories of fish feed, chemicals, and other supplies.
- Complete INAD study documentation and annual/quarterly production reports.
- Maintain detailed fish production records.
- Collaborate with research personnel on optimizing fish culture practices.
Fish Harvest and Distribution:
- Oversee harvest and distribution of various fish species to specified locations.
- Plan and schedule fish distribution trips efficiently.
- Coordinate with biologists and drivers for timely fish delivery.
- Estimate fish size and ensure safe transport densities.
- Ensure fish are distributed according to HACCP plans and stocking requests.
Team Leadership:
- Provide on-site direction and supervision to hatchery staff.
- Establish and oversee work schedules, including weekend and standby schedules.
- Promote a teamwork atmosphere and professional growth among staff.
- Ensure staff access to necessary training and continuing education.
- Oversee training and work quality, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Facility and Equipment Maintenance:
- Ensure buildings and grounds are well-maintained.
- Maintain equipment and vehicles according to manufacturer recommendations.
- Assist in maintenance tasks as needed.
Administrative Duties:
- Perform computer-related tasks, including email, time sheets, and procurement.
- Follow DNR Budget & Finance purchasing policies.
- Complete purchase orders and vendor claims.
- Ensure timely submission of procurement card and travel reimbursement documentation.
- Attend fisheries bureau, section, and regional DNR meetings.
- Demonstrate initiative, customer service, and ethical conduct.
- Manage multiple and changing priorities effectively.
Outreach and Assistance:
- Assist with special projects for fish management, research, wildlife bureau, and law enforcement.
- Conduct hatchery tours, presentations, and aquatic education programs.
- Respond to public inquiries and assist hatchery visitors.
- Participate in meetings to improve hatchery operations and resource management.
- Maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and the public.
Professional Development:
- Stay updated on the latest fish culture practices and technologies.
- Attend and participate in professional meetings and training sessions.
- Present at professional meetings and write articles for publication as requested.
Essential Functions
- Leads a team of fisheries professionals and directs their daily activities
- Plans and conducts fish culture propagation, production, and distribution plans to ensure that Fisheries Bureau goals are attained.
- Identifies and solves problems using advanced knowledge of fish culture science to maintain or enhance hatchery production.
- Communicates fish culture activities effectively both orally and in writing, including formal presentations to colleagues, professional groups, and the public.
- Lifts and carries equipment and supplies that weigh up to 50 pounds and performs physical labor, outdoors, in any type of weather and in rugged terrain.
Compensation: $54,766.40 to $83,012.80 annually
