Introduction

Natural Resource Biologist I

GRADE

LOCATION OF POSITION

Albert Powell Trout Hatchery, Hagerstown, MD (Washington County)

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as a Natural Resources Biologist I at Albert Powell Hatchery and Cushwa Fish Hatcheries to rear and produce several varieties of trout. This position is responsible for assuring the completion of all daily duties assigned by the Facility Manager or Assistant Facility Manager as it pertains to scheduled weekly fish culture activities and independently on assigned weekend duty. Work output produces trout to support statewide management needs such as put-and-take trout stocking, special management area trout stocking and youth fishing rodeos. These facilities are also a major source to supply other Fishing and Boating Services hatcheries with juvenile trout. This position directly supports the agency’s mission of natural enhancement by providing recreational fishing opportunities for Maryland’s citizens and visitors and supporting restoration of coldwater fish populations (DNR goals 1, 3, 5 and 6).

POSITION DUTIES

The position participates at the Albert Powell and Cushwa Fish Hatcheries in the coldwater fish culture and production of several varieties of salmonid fish species for fish stock enhancement, statewide management needs, put-and-take trout stocking, special management area trout stocking and youth fishing rodeos. The position participates in education/outreach, cooperative fish culture projects, and restoration of coldwater fish species for Maryland waters. This position uses a variety of strategies to raise trout for stocking, including intensive culture, extensive culture, and integrated fish culture. Other strategies and duties include egg incubation, fry rearing and daily fish culture rearing of trout as directed by the facility manager of the Albert Powell Fish Hatchery. The position is responsible for the completion of all daily fish culture activities, maintenance of the facility, fish loading and fish distribution, by truck, requiring a Class B Commercial Driver’s License. This position is responsible for assuring the completion of all daily duties assigned by the Facility Manager as it relates to scheduled weekly culture activities and independently on assigned weekend and holiday duty.

Work schedule and physical working conditions: many activities require work outside assigned work hours and adjustment of work schedules. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in variable and sometimes adverse weather conditions. Ability to work in hot and cold wet conditions in and around water. May require working alone in remote locations. Able to respond to emergencies quickly and work outside normal work hours. Travel is required for short periods of time to accomplish agency goals and required training. Ability to lift and move fifty (50) pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Four years of professional experience conducting research and analysis in the fields of biology, biochemistry, environmental science, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management or zoology. Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology or physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management related field of study from an accredited college or university for the required experience. 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences specialty codes in the wildlife biology field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Position has experience culturing fish eggs, larvae, juvenile and adults in both tank and raceway culture.
Proficiency in using spreadsheets and database software, preferably Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access.
Experience with driving a truck, handling/trailering and hauling live fish. Position will need to acquire a class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
Position will have prior experience working at a Coldwater, Cool water or Warmwater fish hatchery facility.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your minimum qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.

Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.

If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Alexandra Gast at Alexandra.gast@maryland.gov

Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.

TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

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