Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

Fish and Wildlife Technician 2

Salary

$32,862.00 - $56,373.00 Annually

Location

Mason County, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

NR26-80 PSA

Department

Commerce - Natural Resources

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

LOCATION OF VACANCY

MASON

Civil Service Type:

Classified-Exempt - This Position is Not Covered Under the DOP Merit System

• Description
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Nature of Work

Wildlife Resources/Apple Grove Hatchery Under general supervision of the Fish Culturist 3 at the Apple Grove Fish Hatchery, the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 performs skilled work in hatching, growing and distributing fish, and general maintenance of fish hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work includes collection of brood stock fish, spawning of fish, grading, monitoring growth, condition, and health of hatchery reared fish. Loads fish into hauling tanks on trucks; transports fingerlings and catchable size fish and releases them into specific waters. Participating in public outreach and educational activities will be required. Work can be physically demanding and performed in varying climatic conditions. Incumbent may be required to be a lead worker to small groups on specific projects. Incumbent must have a valid State drivers license. Performs related work as required. Regular attendance is required.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Associate of Science degree from a regionally accredited college or university in fish or wildlife management, natural resources management, fish culture, agriculture or related field.

OR

Substitution: High school diploma or the equivalent.

AND

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in fish or wildlife management, fish culture or agriculture.

Special Requirement: A valid drivers license is required. May be required to obtain a commercial drivers license. May be required to successfully complete special natural resource police officer training and pistol qualification requirements as established by the Division of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Section.

Other Information

Preference will be given to candidates with fish culture and fish disease experience and strong background in trade skills and equipment operations.

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