TEMPORARY Fish Culture Technician – Monte Vista Fish Hatchery Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4834431) Apply  TEMPORARY Fish Culture Technician – Monte Vista Fish Hatchery Salary $18.00 Hourly Location Rio Grande County, CO Job Type Temporary (9 months or less) Job Number 2025TEMP- PMA134 Department Department of Natural Resources Division Colorado Parks & Wildlife Opening Date 02/14/2025 Closing Date Continuous FLSA Determined by Position Primary Physical Work Address 5070 East County Road 3 South, Monte Vista , CO 81144 FLSA Status Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation. Department Contact Information dnr_hr_employeetransactions@state.co.us Type of Announcement This is a temporary position. Applications will be considered from residents and non-residents of Colorado. How To Apply Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed. + Description + Benefits + Questions Department Information THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $18.00 PER HOUR EMPLOYMENT STARTS MARCH/APRIL 2025 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2025. To apply, please submit only your application (without attachments such as resumes or cover letters). This announcement will remain open until FILLED. You are encouraged to apply early. The mission of theColorado Department of Natural Resources (https://cdnr.us/Pages/DNRDefault.aspx#/start) is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. COLORADO PARKS AND WILDLIFE (CPW) Our Mission is to perpetuate the wildlife resources of the state, to provide a quality state parks system, and to provide enjoyable and sustainable outdoor recreation opportunities that educate and inspire current and future generations to serve as active stewards of Colorado's natural resources.Colorado Parks and Wildlife. (http://cpw.state.co.us/) Description of Job Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting applications for a temporary fish culture technician position at the Monte Vista State Fish Hatchery. The hatchery is located four miles East of the town of Monte Vista, Colorado. This is a cold water trout production facility that produces sub-catchable and catchable trout including rainbow trout, brook trout, tiger trout and Rio Grande cutthroat trout. This is a full time (40 hours per week) position. Hours of operation are 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, seven days a week. Duties: Fish Culture:Loading fish onto stocking trucks, feeding fish, cleaning tanks, pushing raceways, cleaning ponds, picking eggs and fry, performing fish counts, removing fish mortality, and other duties as assigned. Buildings and Grounds Maintenance:Spraying weeds, mowing, trimming, cutting weeds, raking, digging, painting, cleaning, general up-keep on buildings and grounds around the hatchery and other duties as assigned. Fish Distribution:Assist with distribution by riding along to stock fish into public waters across the state of Colorado, assist with fish stocking involving packing fish by backpack into remote waters. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights BASIC REQUIREMENTS: + Must be 18 years of age or older + Must have a current & valid drivers' license AND reliable transportation. + Applicants may be subject to successful completion of a comprehensive background check. + Must be willing and able to work 40 hours per week, holidays and some weekends. + Willing to work outside, sometimes in inclement weather at high altitude. + Must be able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly during the course of a single workday. + Possess strong interpersonal communication skills. + Ability to work with limited supervision as well as work well within a team. + Knowledge of power tools and hand tools is preferred + Knowledge and or experience operating small gas powered equipment such a mowers, weed trimmers and water pumps is preferred. + Previous experience in fish culture is preferred. + Preference may be given to applicants with or working towards a Natural Resources degree or similar education. Supplemental Information The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us. ADAAA Accommodations Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us at least five business days before the date that any accommodation will be required to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date. E-Verify employer: The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues. HOW TO APPLY: Thank you for your interest. Submit an on-line application by clicking the link below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and all supplemental questions according to the instructions provided below. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed above. Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon. 01 Do you have prior Colorado Parks & Wildlife work experience? + Yes + No 02 Please describe why you're interested in working for Colorado Parks & Wildlife: 03 Please select which areas of experience your work history includes: + Loading fish onto stocking trucks, feeding fish, cleaning tanks, pushing raceways, cleaning ponds, picking eggs and fry, performing fish counts, removing fish mortality, + Experience with using hand tools, power tools or construction? + Spraying weeds, mowing, trimming, cutting weeds, raking, digging, painting, cleaning, general up-keep on buildings and grounds 04 Please describe how your work experience translates to your ability to successfully perform this position's job functions: 05 A background check may be required for placement in this position, do you understand and accept? + I understand and accept. 06 This is a temporary position not to exceed nine (9) months. Do you understand and accept? + I understand and accept Required Question Employer State of Colorado Address See the full announcement by clicking the "Printer" icon located above the job title Location varies by announcement, Colorado, -- Website https://careers.colorado.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email