Fish Culture Assistant Supervisor - Enfield - 0569

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional service and technical work supporting the operation of one of eight fish culture facilities in the propagation and stocking of various sizes and species of fish to enhance recreational sport fisheries, as well as conserve and restore native fish. The position receives general direction from the Fish Culture Supervisor regarding priorities and operational needs supporting all aspects fish husbandry, fish stocking, and the maintenance, construction, operation, and security of facility infrastructure.

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The Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife is seeking to fill a Fish Culture Assistant Supervisor vacancy at the Enfield Hatchery located in Enfield.

DEPARTMENT OF INLAND FISHERIES & WILDLIFE

FISH CULTURE ASSISTANT SUPERVISOR

Opening Date: August 26, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day on September 09, 2026

Location: Enfield

Position Number: 01845-0569

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Year-Round

Class Code: 9527

Grade: 22 (Supervisory)

Salary: $49,524.80 - $67,784.00 Per Year*

*This is earning potential over the course of nine step increases based on annual performance reviews. New hires typically start at Step 1.

Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire Application, Cover Letter, detailed Resume* and Answers to the Supplemental Questions (submitted as a separate document where you will drop your Resume).

*For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: This position provides professional service and technical work supporting the operation of one of eight fish culture facilities in the propagation and stocking of various sizes and species of fish to enhance recreational sport fisheries, as well as conserve and restore native fish. The position is responsible for supervision of on-station fish culturists and directing the implementation of all on-station work programs while ensuring all day-to-day operational necessities and actions happen in a timely and appropriate manner. The position provides professional and scientific work in assisting fisheries biological staff. The position is also responsible for overseeing fish culturist-led public educational and outreach events, ensuring program alignment with outreach goals established by the Division, and coordinating with the Department's Information and Education Division. The position receives general direction from the Fish Culture Supervisor regarding priorities and operational needs supporting all aspects fish husbandry, fish stocking, and the maintenance, construction, operation, and security of facility infrastructure. The employee must be able to work in diverse physical work environments, often in adverse weather conditions. Some weekend and holiday work is required.

Preference will be given to candidates that successfully demonstrate:

• Strong leadership, including the ability to inspire confidence and effectively lead a team while working respectfully and collaboratively.
• Strong commitment to function as part of a team, complying with strategic plans, policies, and other directives from leadership.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, including effective oral and written communication skills.
• Sound judgement and decision-making skills.
• Ability to organize, plan, and prioritize facility needs, including the ability to train new personnel.
• Willingness to be open to new ideas and approaches to support and improve operations.
• Ability to represent the agency professionally through positive interactions, collaborations, and coordinating with external partners, the public, and Agency staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Intermediate training, education, and/or experience in biology, fish culture, fisheries, or another closely related field with demonstrated competence working in a controlled environment and coordinating multifaceted maintenance operations.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS: (Prior to attaining permanent status in this class): All employees must possess or be able to obtain a valid Maine Class B Driver's License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: The employee will be required to live on site to provide security for the facility and respond to any emergencies that may arise.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS: In addition to the standard Direct Hire Application form, you MUST address each of the following items to be scored properly. These should be attached as a separate document where you attach your Resume:

1. Describe your education and/or training in finfish aquacultur