Fish and Wildlife Manager (Hatchery Manager)

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is hiring a Hatchery Manager for the Minto and Marion Forks hatcheries in Gates, OR. The role involves overseeing fish culture operations, managing staff and budgets, and ensuring compliance with conservation goals. Candidates should have relevant degrees or extensive experience in fish culture, including supervisory roles. The position offers a salary between $6,048 to $8,920 per month and includes housing.
Position Overview

Salary/Compensation/Application Fee: $6,048 to $8,920 per month
Application Deadline: 05/29/2025
Starting Date: After 06/16/2025
Hours per Week: At least 40
Education Required: Associate or Bachelor’s degree (or 7 years experience)
Experience Required: At least 4–7 years, with 2 years in lead or supervisory role

The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife seeks a Hatchery Manager to lead fish culture and facility operations at the Minto and Marion Forks hatcheries. This senior-level role offers housing and the opportunity to directly impact fish production programs while managing staff, budgets, and site maintenance.

Description

As Hatchery Manager, you will oversee two medium-sized hatcheries in Oregon’s scenic wilderness. Responsibilities include staff supervision, fish culture operations, water system management, and administrative oversight. You will play a pivotal role in supporting fish production goals set by fisheries management, ensuring safe and efficient hatchery performance while advancing the agency’s conservation mission.

Responsibilities
• Manage and operate Minto and Marion Forks hatcheries
• Oversee fish culture activities to meet production goals
• Supervise a team of six staff
• Develop and implement hatchery-specific procedures and operating policies
• Plan and administer budgets and fiscal operations
• Coordinate maintenance of water systems, buildings, and hatchery grounds
• Promote affirmative action, safety, and environmental compliance initiatives
• Prepare technical reports and ensure recordkeeping accuracy

Minimum Requirements

Option 1: Associate degree in Fisheries Technology, Aquaculture, or Aquarium Science + 5 years 6 months of fish culture experience
Option 2: Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries Science or similar + 4 years of fish culture experience
Option 3: 7 years of fish culture experience
All options must include:
• At least 2 years of lead work or supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications
• Hands-on hatchery experience in fish production and culture
• Experience developing and enforcing protocols and procedures
• Budget planning and administrative experience
• Strong report-writing and documentation skills
• Experience in personnel management and team leadership

Additional Notes
• Housing is provided
• Resume and cover letter required
• Salary range is for non-PERS employees; PERS-qualified employees earn 6.95% more
• State of Oregon employees must apply via their Workday accounts
• Finalists will undergo criminal and motor vehicle background checks
• U.S. work authorization required; visa sponsorship not available
• Reasonable accommodation for interviews available upon request

How to Apply

Apply online at: https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/SOR_External_Career_Site/job/Gates–ODFW–Minto-Hatchery/Fish-and-Wildlife-Manager-2–Hatchery-Manager-_REQ-180745
Contact:
Ryan Couture
Email: ryan.b.couture@odfw.oregon.gov (preferred contact method)