Fish Culturist – Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery

Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Fish Culturist at Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery located remotely in Tutka Bay Lagoon, near Homer, Alaska. This hatchery is currently permitted to produce up to 125 million pink salmon eggs and also assists with the Trail Lakes Hatchery Lower Cook Inlet sockeye salmon program.

Job description:   

This is a regular, full-time, exempt position. Under the supervision of the Assistant Manager, the Fish Culturist provides assistance in the operation and maintenance of the Tutka Bay Lagoon Hatchery in a safe, professional, and cost effective manner. This position performs a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Assists in all maintenance activities to provide for the facility and equipment readiness.
• Assists with maintaining records of all fish culture and maintenance activities.
• Responds to emergency and process alarms.
• Assists in broodstock collection and spawning.
• Conducts all fish culture activities utilizing best practices.
• Conducts periodic safety inspections, maintains a safe working environment, and may provide orientation and safety training of personnel.
• Safely operates heavy equipment and boats.
• Assists with monthly APDES water sampling, to ensure water quality standards.
• Responsible for site management in the absence of the Assistant Hatchery Manager and Hatchery Manager.
• May lead Fisheries Technician I-Hatchery positions.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of applied fishery biology.
• Working knowledge of basic construction techniques.
• Possess good mechanical and boating skills.
• Ability to operate fishery and water quality sampling gear.
• experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to communicate in a concise, effective manner.
• Strong outdoor skills and the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and to work in cold, wet, and humid conditions for extended periods.
• A valid Alaska driver’s license (or the ability to obtain one shortly after hire).
• Current CPR and first aid certifications.
• A minimum of six months of experience in fish culture is preferred.

Other combinations of training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for relevancy. If you believe you meet the qualifications above, and you are looking for a fun, challenging, and rewarding job, then CIAA encourages you to apply. CIAA is an equal opportunity employer.

Compensation:

Salary range is $41,885 to $58,480 per year, DOE. The benefit package includes health insurance (employee portion is a 5% co-pay of the premium), Health Savings Account with employer contribution, employee 401(k) retirement plan, quarterly weekend benefit, vacation, and medical leave. Furnished housing is provided along with heating fuel, electricity, and internet services.