Fish and Wildlife Technician 2
Salary
$32,862.00 - $56,373.00 Annually
Location
Pendleton County, WV
Job Type
Full-Time Permanent
Job Number
NR26-45 PSA
Department
Commerce - Natural Resources
Opening Date
07/10/2026
Closing Date
7/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY
PENDLETON
Civil Service Type:
Classified-Exempt - This Position is Not Covered Under the DOP Merit System
Nature of Work
Wildlife Resources Section/Reeds Creek Hatchery Under general supervision o the Fish Culturist 3 at the Reeds Creek State Fish Hatchery, the Fish and Wildlife Technician 2 performs skilled work in hatching, growing and distributing fish, and general maintenance of fish hatchery buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work includes spawning, grading, weighing, monitoring growth, fish condition, and overall health of hatchery reared fish. Loads fish into hauling tanks on trucks; transports fingerlings and catchable size fish and releases them into specified waters. Work can be physically demanding and performed in varying climatic conditions. Incumbent may be required to be a lead worker to small groups on specific projects. Incumbent will be required to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License with tank endorsement. Performs related work as required. Regular attendance is required.
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Minimum Qualifications
Training: Associate of Science degree from a regionally accredited college or university in fish or wildlife management, natural resources management, fish culture, agriculture or related field.
OR
Substitution: High school diploma or the equivalent.
AND
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in fish or wildlife management, fish culture or agriculture.
Special Requirement: A valid drivers license is required. May be required to obtain a commercial drivers license. May be required to successfully complete special natural resource police officer training and pistol qualification requirements as established by the Division of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Section.
Other Information
Preference will be given to candidates with fish culture and fish handling experience. Preference also given to candidates with experience in farming, equipment operation, and trade skills.
State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnels Benefits Page.
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Employer West Virginia
Address 1900 Kanawha Blvd. East
Building 3 Suite 500
Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
Phone (304) 558-3950
Website http://personnel.wv.gov