1876M1
DEFINITION OF WORK
Summary
This is specialized and technical work in the formulation, operation, and evaluation of a fish species program within the state fish hatchery system.
Standard Classification Factors
Supervision Received - LEVEL C: "Under direction…" Employees at this level usually receive a general outline of the work to be performed and are generally free to develop their own sequences and methods within the scope of established policies. New, unusual, or complex work situations are almost always referred to a superior for advice. Work is periodically checked for progress and conformance to established policies and requirements.
Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning, developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall into this category.
Complexity - LEVEL C: Work is of a standardized nature that may involve a variety of duties. Analytical thought becomes more important at this level due to increased data and changing situations. Tasks usually have several steps, some of which may not be directly related. Alternatives may exist for processes or methods to be used in solving problems. Workers at this level exercise a moderate amount of independent judgment. Work is controlled by routine review and reporting to or consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they tend to be more complicated or technical in nature requiring careful interpretation.
Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL C: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are limited in scope and effect as the work is reviewed occasionally. Errors may cause moderate inefficiency. Costs due to errors may be significant.
Contacts - LEVEL A: The purpose of the contact is to obtain, clarify, give or screen established factual information, regardless of the type (i.e., easily understood or technical) within a well-defined relationship. Normal communication skills are required.
Physical Demands - LEVEL D: The work requires considerable physical exertion.
Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible.
Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL B: Involves functional leadership responsibility. As a "senior worker", performing essentially the same or similar work as those overseen, responsibility includes training, instructing, scheduling and reviewing. As a "project leader" may be responsible for a phase(s) of a single project which includes planning, coordinating and reviewing the work of others. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance.
Distinguishing Features
Differs from other classes as this is the only class in which the incumbents perform technical work to assist in the operation of a state fish hatchery system.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Develops and implements a rearing program for an assigned fish species which includes fish selection, spawning, and incubation.
Operates and maintains facilities including water transfer systems, dike and diversion structure, pond aeration systems, incubation and hatchery units, and fish distribution units; ensures proper procedures are followed during shipment and stocking of fish.
Develops and modifies fish culture equipment such as water transfer lines, water circulation systems, air induction systems, and hatching equipment. Tests and evaluates the design and efficiency of these systems.
Maintains records, including fish production records, vehicle logs, time sheets, and budgetary expenditure reports and authors assigned sections of a fish culture report.
Maintains a working knowledge of advances in fisheries science through agency schools, literature review, and affiliation with professional societies.
Performs chemical analysis to determine fertility and nutrient
levels; manipulates and evaluates water levels; identifies pests and diseases and
determines method of treatment.
Performs maintenance duties on ponds, including mowing, grading and repair of
dikes, and waterline and water control structure repair.
Informs and educates the public concerning fish culture and division and agency programs through tours, programs, newspaper articles, and radio and television interviews.
Oversees the work of seasonal workers and/or temporary help.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS
Knowledge
*Knowledge of current fisheries science, chemistry, and ecological concepts.
*Knowledge of fish species requirements, life cycles, and breeding and propagation.
Abilities
*Ability to assess literature and apply developments to species rearing program.
*Ability to keep records and to write and compile reports on fish production and hatchery operations.
*Ability to address the public effectively concerning information and education efforts.
*Ability to formulate species budgets and tract associated expenditures.
*Ability to design, fabricate, operate, and maintain a wide variety of culture equipment and culture facilities.
*Necessary at Entry
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in fishery science/management biology.
NC: 06/93
REV: 12/95
REV: 10/98
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REV: 05/02