Fisheries Technician III

Job Responsibilities

This employee will oversee the culture and propagation of fish species, manage plans, and actively participate in the operation of the Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center and Barnwell State Fish Hatchery. Job Duties Include:

• Successfully managing the distribution of fish species to public waters throughout the state, ensuring proper implementation of fisheries development and management plans.
• Contributing to the efficient operation of the Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center and Barwell State Fish Hatchery, including overseeing pond grow-out activities in a large production hatchery.
• Maintaining the Cohen Campbell Fisheries Center and Barnwell State Fish Hatchery facilities, equipment, and grounds.
• Ensuring a well-maintained environment that supports optimal fish culture, production, and outreach efforts.
• Collaborating with the Hatchery Coordinator to meet annual freshwater fish production objectives.
• Contributing to the achievement of set targets for species distribution, while adhering to established guidelines and procedures to ensure successful propagation and stocking of fish species.
• Providing administrative support for hatchery operations.
• Contributing to the financial aspects of hatchery operations by assisting with budgeting and purchasing.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

An associate degree in the technical sciences and one (1) year of experience in wildlife or fisheries work; or a high school diploma and three (3) years of experience in wildlife or fisheries work. SC Pesticide Applicators License (Aquatics Category) or ability to acquire within one (1) year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of basic fish culture, hatchery operations, water quality monitoring, or general maintenance practices is preferred. Ability to work outdoors daily in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, rain, and cold. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, follow oral and written instructions, perform detailed work accurately, and work independently with limited supervision. Ability to safely use hand tools, equipment, vehicles and utility vehicles preferred. Dependable, willing to learn and able to work cooperatively with hatchery staff.

Benefits

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

• Health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits.
• Dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
• Defined benefit and defined contribution plans for retirement.
• South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
• Tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Required Question

• 01 Are you currently employed with SCDNR? YesNo
• 02 Do you have AT LEAST an associate degree in the technical sciences AND one (1) year of experience in wildlife or fisheries work OR a high school diploma AND three (3) years of experience in wildlife or fisheries work? YesNo
• 03 Describe your most relevant hands-on experience with fish culture, aquaculture, animal husbandry, or maintaining live aquatic organism. (Please include the setting and your role)
• 04 Describe your experience operating, hauling, launching, maintaining, or repairing field or hatchery equipment. (Examples may include boats, trailers, pumps, mowers, tractors, small engines, or related equipment)
• 05 Describe one example of how you have recorded, organized, or used work-related data. (Examples may include water quality readings, production records, inventory, maintenance logs, spreadsheets, databases, or reports)
• 06 This position will involve outdoor work, early mornings, harvest/stocking days, occasional travel, and changing priorities. Describe the type of work schedule and field conditions you have successfully worked under.