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State of Colorado · 1 day ago

CPW Hatchery Technician V/Hatchery Manager - (Rifle, CO).

Garfield County, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The State of Colorado's Department of Natural Resources is dedicated to managing and conserving Colorado’s natural resources. The Hatchery Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Rifle Falls Hatchery, ensuring fish production goals are met while managing staff and resources effectively.

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Responsibilities

Direct, guide, oversee, and monitor the day-to-day operations of the Rifle Falls Hatchery to support statewide fish production goals and objectives by delegating, training, guiding, and evaluating one Technician IV and six Technician III’s

Plan, develop, and monitor capital construction projects, stocking schedules, maintenance schedules, and budgets

Direct water quality and quantity management for the facility

Monitor, approve, and procure materials, supplies, and equipment necessary to ensure proper growth, health, and survival of fish while meeting annual production goals and staying within an established annual budget

Provide 24-hour security and be on an 'on-call' status

Provide all documentation and reports requested, and record and maintain accurate information on the Hatchery

Execute and implement the policies, directives, rules, and regulations of State and Federal agencies

Attend and represent the hatchery at meetings with other staff, interagency personnel, and the public

Compose and approve reports, records, and correspondence

Supervise one Technician IV, six Technician III’s, temporary positions, and volunteers

Formulate, delegate, and oversee daily work schedules for the crew

Interview, hire, inform, advise, counsel, train, evaluate, and reward employees

Oversee and assist as needed with daily hatchery and rearing unit operations such as: feeding fish, sorting and moving fish, loading fish, stocking fish, cleaning troughs and raceways, water analysis, water flow management, and fish health management

Assist the Deputy Assistant Director – Hatchery Team with performance evaluation input for employees

Authorize leave, travel, and training activities

Counsel and mediate employee concerns and conflicts

Formulate, delegate, and oversee daily work activities and schedules

Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) for the unit

Anticipate problems and adjust fish egg requests, fish production, and operating plans to achieve unit and Statewide goals

Calculate, analyze, and adjust fish nutrition and growth data, unloads feed trucks, orders fish feed, coordinates egg and fish stocking schedules, fish transfers, inventories, and sorting

Assess and evaluate progress toward unit goals

Analyze inventory data and calculate fish feed rates and conversions

Communicate feed chart updates, fish sorts, moves, and transfers to employees through verbal and written communication

Analyze, audit, and record fish production data

Prepare, clean, and disinfect rearing containers

Inventory, sort, load, transport, and distribute fish with trucks and coordinate with Biologists for stockings

Monitor and control use of equipment, feed, and supplies and plan for procurement as necessary

Participate in domestic and wild fish spawning operations as needed

Monitor, analyze, and diagnose fish health problems through visual, microscopic, and anatomical inspections

Prescribe, administer, and evaluate drug and chemical treatments, measure and calculate water flows and fish weights for dosages, contact fish pathologist for assistance if necessary, and maintain daily records of chemicals or drugs used in fish treatments

Formulate and oversee disease prevention and disinfection policies and activities for the fish unit

Comply with INAD regulations and requirements related to drug and chemical treatments of fish

Monitor, adjust, and record water flows throughout the fish unit

Technically analyze water quality parameters including oxygen, pH, ammonia, nitrates, nitrites, and chlorine with precision instruments (spectrophotometer, saturometer, etc.) to maintain fish health and meet water discharge permit regulations (where appropriate)

Observe and record unit operating parameters such as weir and flow meter readings, inlet temperatures, and valve and pump settings

Manipulate water quality to maximize fish health and growth by adding aeration or oxygen, or by changing flow regimes

Operate various heavy-duty equipment, vehicles, and hand equipment and perform grounds and equipment maintenance and repair

Ensure adherence to State Fleet Management maintenance schedules and record keeping

Develop, oversee, and execute emergency and safety plans for fish unit operations

Patrol, secure, and protect grounds, property, and fish by being on an 'on-call' status after normal working hours and being required to live on the fish unit

Secure safe storage and handling of all hazardous materials and develop plans to provide for the safety of employees and visitors, including complying with all Risk Management and Americans with Disabilities Act requirements

Attend training administered by the Safety & Loss Control Specialist of the State Office of Risk Management

Conduct interpretive tours, accommodate day visitors, provide professional and technical information regarding Division policies and regulations, provide educational services and presentations, and provide official written correspondence, publications, and materials

Assist Colorado River Watch project

Qualification

Aquaculture experienceFish health managementWater quality analysisManagement experienceStandard Operating ProceduresCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsEmpathyTeam leadershipDecision makingIntegrityAdaptability

Required

Five years of work experience in the aquaculture field, fishery or wildlife biology, or a closely related field that included at least one year of experience propagating and rearing sport fish and/or native species (warm, cool and/or cold water species)

Possession of a valid State of Colorado driver's license within 90 days of relocation

Must possess and maintain a valid state of Colorado driver's license if operating a State vehicle

Must be willing and able to live in State housing on the fish hatchery and provide after-hours security, monitoring of water flows, power, and fish health issues as well as responding to emergency situations

Must be available for on-call to receive phone calls or work after hours to help resolve fish health and safety issues related to hatchery operations

Must be willing and able to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 lbs. frequently and/or in excess of 20 lbs. constantly to move objects

Must be willing and able to withstand exposure to weather, noise, and atmospheric conditions

Must be willing and able to withstand the following hazards: proximity to moving, mechanical parts; exposure to electrical shock; working in high, exposed places; exposure to radiant energy; working with explosives; and/or exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals

Must be able to possess and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement

Pre-employment physical, drug testing, and background check required

Required to work holidays and weekends as part of a rotating work schedule

Required to live in onsite, state provided housing, exempt from overtime, on-call 24/7

This position will require but is not limited to the handling of Formalin, bleach, disinfection solutions, equipment batteries, gasoline, diesel, spray paint and motor oil

Hazing predatory birds/animals will require the use and discharge of cracker/pyrotechnics as a deterrent

Daily, weekly, monthly fish deliveries can result in overnight travel as needed; various meetings

Pursuant to the DNR-120 Fleet and Driving Standards Administrative Directive, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle