COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA

Department of Game and Inland Fisheries

Notification of Vacancy

January 26, 2005

Fish Culturist Position No. 00224

Natural Resource Specialist I

Location: King & Queen Fish Cultural Station

King and Queen County, Virginia

Expected Hiring Range: $18,026 - $19,829*

Salary Range:

$18,026 - $36,995

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

This position is assigned to the King and Queen State Fish Hatchery

under the direct supervision of a Hatchery Superintendent. Perform

daily and seasonal culture, harvest, spawning, distribution, and

transport of fish during all life stages. Maintain and monitor rearing

units; feed and sample fish; collect data; maintain records. Administer

prophylactic and therapeutic chemical treatments to fish under the

supervision of the Hatchery Superintendent or his designee. Maintain

buildings, grounds and equipment, including purchase of materials

necessary for maintenance; fabricate specialized fish cultural equipment;

and perform some semi-skilled trades functions. Maintain cordial

relationships with constituents and staff.

Qualification Guide

A working knowledge of techniques used for the culture, stocking, and

transportation of warm water fish species, and knowledge of construction

and maintenance techniques. Demonstrated ability to interpret and

communicate effectively with the general public through individual and

small-group situations. The ability to supervise the work of part-time

employees; to perform manual labor including moderate to heavy lifting, in

and out-of-doors, in and around water and in varying climatic conditions;

to perform minor mechanical repairs; to operate and maintain power tools,

and small gasoline powered equipment.

Graduation from high school, or possession of a general education

diploma; possession of, or eligibility for, a valid Virginia driver's

license; and related work experience. College training in fisheries

management, aquaculture, or a related field may substitute for some of the

required experience.

*This is a Career Track position. Broader and more responsible

experience in wildlife management, trades/utilities, or leadership

indicating possession of more comprehensive technical, interpersonal and

organizational competencies is required for progression through the

series.

A STATE APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT, OR A RESUME AND A COVER LETTER, MUST

BE RECEIVED AT THE ADDRESS BELOW NO LATER THAN 4:00 P.M., February 24,

2005:

DEPARTMENT OF GAME AND INLAND FISHERIES

4010 WEST BROAD STREET

RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 23230-1104

ATTENTION: HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICE

Visit www.dgif.state.va.us for a state employment application.

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