Coastal Fisheries Hatchery Manager

Natural Resources Specialist V (Coastal Fisheries Hatchery Manager)
Salary $6,033.08 Monthly Job Type Regular Full Time Job Number 17-00494
General Description
Location Lake Jackson, TX Department Coastal Fisheries Closing 4/14/2017 11:59 PM Central
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS QUESTIONS
  Under the direction of the Program Director this position is responsible for performing complex managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of a state fish hatchery. Establishes goals and objectives; develops guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; develops schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinates and evaluates program activities; and develops budget requests; fish propagation, fish distribution, production analysis, and maintenance of facilities. Coordinates renovation and maintenance projects necessary for the operations of a state fish hatchery. Provides outreach to the public. Plans, assigns, leads, and monitors the work of others at the hatchery. Assists the Facility Director with various special assignments. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.
POSTING NUMBER: 17-00494
Qualification Guidelines MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science, Biology, Mariculture, Marine Biology or closely related field.
Experience:
Three years of progressively responsible experience in the operation and/or management of a major governmental fish hatchery;
Two years of supervisory or team leader experience.
NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.
Licensure:
If driving is required, applicant must possess a valid State driver's license.
ACCEPTABLE SUBSTITUTIONS: Education:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Fisheries Science, Biology, Mariculture, Marine Biology or closely related field may substitute for one year of the required progressively responsible experience in the operation and/or management of a major governmental fish hatchery;
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a PhD in Fisheries Science, Biology, Mariculture, Marine Biology or closely related field may substitute for two years of the required progressively responsible experience in the operation and/or management of a major governmental fish hatchery.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience:
Experience in the operation and/or management of a Federal or State governmental fish hatchery.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of marine fish hatchery methods, and conservation issues;
Knowledge of pertinent research and fisheries management techniques and theories;
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areas;
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration and management;
Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies dealing with fish hatchery operations and water intake and discharge;
           
Skill in effective verbal and written communication;
Skill in public relations;
Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other state agencies and organizations;
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;
Skill in training others;
Skill in planning, assigning and/or supervising the work of other;
Skill in providing direction and guidance to less tenured staff;
Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;
Skill in meeting deadlines;
Skill in problem solving;
Skill in developing goals and objectives;
Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;
Skill in interacting and communicating effectively orally and in writing on technical issues to diverse groups including TPWD staff, the public, and governmental agencies;
Skill in reviewing, interpreting, summarizing, and commenting on technical documents;
Skill in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook;
Skill in using graphics database, statistical and analytical programs;
Skill in serving as a technical expert;
Skill in planning and preparing budgets;
Skill in designing, planning, and conducting large or complex facility and equipment maintenance and repair projects; Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;
Ability to communicate effectively with the public;
Ability to use sound judgment in dealing with confidential matters of significant consequences;
Ability to exercise sound judgment when making critical decisions;
Ability to work under stressful conditions;
Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;
Ability to plan and coordinate facility and equipment maintenance programs;
Ability to lead others;
Ability to work as a member of a team;
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality;
Ability to establish goals and objectives;
Ability to devise solutions to administrative problems;
Ability to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures;
Ability to prepare concise reports;
Ability to manage program activities;
Ability to devise solutions to programmatic problems;
Ability to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 65 lbs.;
Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.
Additional Information
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; Requried to adjust to changing schedules;
Required to respond to emergency situations;
Required to work overtime as necessary;
Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions;
Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels; Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 65 lbs.;
Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures; Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays;
May be required to operate a state vehicle;
Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
In order to be considered for this position, the following information is required: Submission of a completed online application;

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When: Thursday March 9, 2017

6:00 pm to 7:00 pm (arrive 30 min early)

Where: 317 ½ Pine St, Lake Charles LA 70601

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