The NC Wildlife Resources Commission Mission Statement is to conserve North Carolina's wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.  The Commission is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of N.C. fishing, hunting, trapping and boating laws. The NCWRC employs 700 full-time staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, customer service, information technology, and administrative professionals.   The NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Inland Fisheries Division manages, conserves, enhances, and restores the State's freshwater fishes, mussels, crayfish and supporting aquatic habitats through fisheries research, fisheries management, hatchery operation, and habitat conservation.   The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Wildlife Conservation Technician I-Fish Culturist for the Inland Fisheries Division.  The Wildlife Conservation Technician I-Fish Culturist is responsible for performance of tasks resulting in production and distribution of  coldwater fishes. These activities include propagation, rearing, transportation, and distribution of the appropriate species, number, and sizes of selected fish species, and operation and maintenance of supporting facilities and equipment. The duties associated with fish culture include: * Maintenance of rearing environments, water quality assessment, fish health management, brood fish maintenance, fish feeding, fish spawning, and fish harvesting. The individual in this position will clean ponds, raceways, tanks, and troughs as needed.   * Harvesting of appropriate fish from pond or raceway environments for final distribution and loading correct species, quantities and sizes of fish onto distribution trucks.   * Safe operation of a two-ton stocking truck to transport fish to specific locations while monitoring the condition of fish and will then distribute fish into public waters. Attentiveness to water quality, dissolved oxygen, fish health and nutrition is required in all phases of the production cycle.  * Preparation of routine reports and interaction with the public frequently. * Maintenance of hatchery grounds, buildings, and equipment.   Maintenance activities include mowing, trimming, leaf removal, landscaping, and application of agricultural chemicals.  A Monday-Friday schedule is associated with this position which involves working 40 hours per week (7:30 am - 4:00 pm).  This position is subject to be called back at any time.  Hours and days vary with special assignments requiring on occasion night work, weekend duty, working on holidays,  extended days, and overnight travel.   This position will be based out of the WRC Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery located in Pisgah Forest, NC (Transylvania County).  To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.  Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following:    * Knowledge of the principles and techniques of fish culture or biology; * Experience operating or maintaining a variety of equipment and tools used at a fish hatchery (ex. farm tractor, fish feeder, lawn mower, stocking truck, other motor vehicles, lab equipment, power and manual hand tools); and * Ability to collect and record physical, chemical, and biological data.  Management Preferences:  * Knowledge of coldwater fish culture;  * Ability to construct, maintain, and repair hatchery equipment, buildings, and other facilities; * Ability to sex, age, and identify fish; * Ability to utilize office technology; and * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with hatchery staff, other agency staff, cooperating agencies and organizations, and the general public. Special Requirement: * Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license is required within 90 days of hire. Candidate must present proof of a valid Driver's License and proof of an acceptable driving record.   Physical Requirements: * Ability to work primarily outdoors, in all kinds of weather conditions; * Ability to perform manual labor, lifting medium to heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds daily; and * Ability to wear safety equipment and follow established safety regulations and procedures. Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.   An associate's degree in wildlife or fisheries management or construction management from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience which has included the management of wildlife or fisheries resources or the operation of heavy equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. * PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ON-LINE USING THE OSHR JOB SEEKERS WEBSITE * All applicants must complete and submit a State application for employment using the NeoGov Online Job Application System located on the Office of State Human Resources "Work for NC" website (http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/ ) for the State of North Carolina.   If you are having technical issues submitting your application, please call the NeoGov (governmentjobs.com) Help Line at 855-524-5627.     * The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer* The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.    Applicants requesting and receiving an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are eligible to submit paper applications via mail or by fax reference the contact information below.  All applicants should indicate the position number and job title in the section "Jobs Applied For".     Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD 214 Form, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty along with your application.   Applicants seeking National Guard Preference (to include North Carolina Army National Guard & North Carolina Air National Guard) must attach a copy of the NGB 23A (RPAS) or a copy of the DD256 or NGB 22 along with your application.   All Required Competencies, Work History, and Credentials must appear in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State Application form.  Applications stating "See Attached Resume" or including an embedded text resume will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.     * Degrees must be received from institutions appropriately accredited by the U.S. Department of Education* If you have started a college degree program but have not completed it - please document the number of Semester CREDIT HOURS you have completed in the Education section of your application.   * State Employee Benefits* We value our employees and offer a wide variety of competitive and family-friendly benefits. Learn more about employee resources, safety, health and wellness information, leave options, employee discounts and more by visiting the NC OSHR website... https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits   * Employment Eligibility* It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and the Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment.  We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).     *For More Information* For more information about the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, visit the WRC website… https://www.ncwildlife.org/    For more information about this posting, contact the Wildlife Resources Commission Human Resources Office.  Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application.  To check the status of your application, log in to your NeoGov account and click "Application Status".  Normal processing time for applications is 30-45 days from the closing date of the posting.     CONTACT INFORMATION:   NC Wildlife Resources Commission   Human Resources Office           Phone: 919-707-0101   Fax: 919-707-0108