Fish Hatchery Technician - Kalama Falls Hatchery - 2 Positions - Non-Permanent - *03524-25

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is hiring two Fish Hatchery Technicians for the Kalama Falls Hatchery. This non-permanent, full-time position spans 3 months (July 16, 2025 - October 15, 2025) and involves hands-on work in fish conservation, focusing on rearing anadromous and inland fish species. The salary ranges from $2,889 to $3,811 per month. No degree is required for this role.
Number of Vacancies- Two (2) PositionsClassification- Fish Hatchery TechnicianJob Status- Full-Time/Non-PermanentAppointment/Season Length- 3 Months – July 16, 2025 – October 15, 2025WDFW Program- Fish Program – Hatcheries DivisionDuty Station- Kalama Falls Hatchery - Kalama, Washington – Cowlitz County The salary listed above does not include the 3% pay increase that goes into effect on July 1, 2025. Learn more about being a member of Team WDFW! Embrace this role to assist with fish conservation in Washington while gaining valuable hands-on experience! This is an opportunity to perform scientific, technical, and related maintenance duties at the Kalama Falls Hatchery. You are excited to rear anadromous (fish that spend part of their lives in both fresh and salt water, migrating from the ocean to freshwater rivers to spawn) and inland species of fish. WHAT TO EXPECTAmong the varied range of responsibilities held within these roles, these p...