Fish Culture Specialist I

The Fish Culture Specialist I is an entry level position that entails the propagation and distribution of cultured fish for the Department of Fish and Wildlife fisheries programs. A Fish Culture Specialist I is responsible for using rearing techniques that maintain the health, development, and distribution of five different species of fish. The Fish Culture Specialist I is also responsible for maintaining the facility grounds and assisting with maintenance of the mechanical aspects of this facility.

This position, Fish Culture Specialist I (Job Requisition #53143), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact monty.walker@vermont.gov
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Duties are performed primarily at a fish culture station, both indoors and outdoors in all seasons, but with field trips for stocking purposes. A valid Vermont driver's license is required. Consistent with training and experience, incumbents may be solely responsible for operational surveillance on evening or night shifts or on weekends and are subject to call-in at any time due to emergencies, employee absences, or other reasons. Significant physical labor is involved in both fish culture and maintenance activities under varying climatic conditions.

Bachelor's degree in fish culture or a natural resources field.

OR

One (1) year or more experience in the propagation and culture of food or game fish.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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