Fish Culturist 1 (Seasonal) - Bellefonte

THE POSITION

Are you interested in working for a state agency that provides fishing and boating opportunities for individuals and families in Pennsylvania's many lakes, rivers, and streams? The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is looking for a Fish Culturist 1 to join our Bellefonte State Fish Hatchery. This position gives you the opportunity to a ssist in the propagation, care, and stocking of fish species to meet fisheries management goals toward enhancement of fishing opportunities for the general public. If you are looking for seasonal work that has the potential to turn into permanent employment upon successful completion of a training period, we have the perfect job for you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Fish Culturist 1, you will learn how to collect and select brood stock while handling the fish in a manner that minimizes stress, injury, and mortality. You will also learn how to operate a fish stocking vehicle in a safe and timely manner, load and transport fish, monitor fish, and take appropriate action to deliver the fish in excellent condition. Work involves completing repairs and maintenance to buildings, equipment, and grounds in an effort to maximize efficiency of propagation, care, and stocking.

If you enjoy working outdoors, care about natural resources, and are eager to learn the skills needed to raise and care for fish that support recreational fishing and conservations programs, we need you on our team!

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Seasonal, full-time employment. This position is active March through November (approximately 34 weeks) with opportunity for advancement to full-time position.

This position does not receive medical benefits. Paid time off accrues after working 750 regular (non-overtime) hours in each calendar year.

This position may require some weekend, evening, and holiday work as well as standby time.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

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Legal Requirements :

Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply :

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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.

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