Maine Inland Fisheries and Wildlife · Maine · posted yesterday
The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking to fill a Fish Culture Supervisor vacancy at the Grand Lake Stream Hatchery located in Grand Lake Stream. BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This is a full-time position that provides planning, coordination, and administrative oversight of a fish culture facility in the propagation and stocking of various sizes and species of fish to enhance statewide recreational sport fishing opportunities, as well as conserve and restore native fish. The position provides formal supervision of the Fish Culture Assistant Supervisor and is responsible for all fish culture facility operations, including fish husbandry, broodstock management, maintenance, construction, operation, and 24-7 security of facility infrastructure, compliance with state wastewater discharge licenses, and science-based educational outreach programs. The position coordinates closely with the Superintendent of Hatcheries and serves as a liaison between Fisheries Leadership and the designated fish culture facility. The position oversees the development and implementation of formal structured public educational and outreach programs that align with outreach goals established by the Division and coordination with the Department’s Information and Education Division. The position also assists with budgeting, funding operational needs and priorities, and is responsible for allocating staff and procurement of materials and services to support facility operations. The employee must be able to work in diverse physical work environments to include adverse weather conditions. Some weekend and holiday work is required. Preference will be given to candidates that successfully demonstrate: · Strong organizational skills, interpersonal skills, and leadership qualities, including effective oral and written communication. · Strong commitment to work respectfully and collaboratively as part of a team dedicated to enhancement of Maine’s inland fisheries. · Ability to work both independently and as a team on multiple projects, while maintaining a level of engagement that ensures an outcome will meet expectations and program needs. · Open mindedness and a willingness to learn and be mentored. · Ability to serve as the agency’s resource by positively interacting, advising, and coordinating with a variety of external partners and the general public. · Ability to oversee, supervise, evaluate, and manage work performance of assigned personnel. · Ability to develop, align, and evaluate fish production plans consistent with agency strategic plans to ensure long-range objectives and strategies are met. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Intermediate to advanced education, training, and/or experience in biology, fish culture, fisheries, or another closely related field with demonstrated competence working in a controlled environment, coordinating business operations, and reviewing regulatory matters. Licensing Requirements: (Prior to attaining permanent status in this class): All employees must possess or be able to obtain a valid Maine Class B Driver’s License. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: The employee will be required to live on site to provide security for the facility and respond to any emergencies that may arise. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS: In addition to the standard Direct Hire Application form, you MUST address each of the following items to be scored properly. These should be attached as a separate document where you attach your Resume: 1. Describe your education and/or training in finfish aquaculture, fisheries or biological sciences. 2. Describe your work experience in the aquaculture field pertaining to freshwater finfish propagation. 3. Describe your skill level using Microsoft Office client software to include examples of any completed projects. 4. Describe any management experience or specialized training you have had that may be pertinent to this position 5. Describe your supervisory/leadership style and include an example where you exercised your supervisory/leadership skills in a difficult situation. 6. Describe how your outdoor interests and experience with fish and wildlife resources align with the mission of the Department.
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