Hatchery Supervisor

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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is hiring a Hatchery Supervisor in the Division of Fish, Wildlife and Parks (FWP). FWP plans and directs activities to protect, manage, conserve and wisely use the state’s lands, plants, wildlife, fisheries and recreational resources.

This position will be headquartered at Kettle Moraine Springs Hatchery, in Adell, WI.

This recruitment may also be used to fill future similar positions.

Find a meaningful and rewarding career with the DNR! The DNR excels at protecting and managing natural resources while supporting the economy and the well-being of our residents. We strive to hire, develop, and retain a talented workforce representative of the people of Wisconsin we serve. We offer training and career growth opportunities, a comprehensive benefits package, and are searching for people with diverse backgrounds to join our dynamic and team‑oriented environment.

This position functions as the supervisor of the Fish Culture program staff at the Kettle Moraine Springs Fish Hatchery under the general guidance of the Southeast Hatchery Group Leader. The Kettle Moraine Fish Hatchery is a modern, complex, and technologically advanced hatchery.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervision and coordination of fish rearing activities
• Supervision of full‑time and part‑time staff
• Oversight of safety programs
• Collection and processing of brood fish to meet statewide fish management goals
• Facility and fish production related equipment maintenance
• Writing development projects
• Developing, submitting and tracking budgets
• Making purchases in support of fish rearing and spawning activities
• Maintenance and safety in the work unit
• Scheduling rearing and egg collection
• Building and grounds maintenance

This position maintains regular communication with Fish Culture Section Leadership, internal partners and Fish Management staff. Additionally, this position actively participates and contributes in specified or assigned Fish Culture statewide teams and/or task groups and is tasked with informing and working with external partners such as sportsmen’s clubs, coop clubs, government entities or the general public.

Starting pay for this position is between $39.43 to $45.66 per hour (or $82,014 to $94,973 annually), in addition to excellent benefits. This position is included in the classification Natural Resources Operations Supervisor within Pay Schedule/Range 81-03
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The State of Wisconsin offers an exemplary benefits package with:

• Generous paid time off, including at least 3 1/2 weeks of vacation/personal time, nine paid holidays, and ample sick time that rolls over each year with no cap.
• Excellent and affordable health insurance options (starting at $45/month for single and $111/month for family coverage).
• Other great insurance options (dental, vision, life, and more).
• A top‑notch retirement program and optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• A Well Wisconsin program, offering wellness tools and rewards to employees and spouses.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their household members tools, resources, and professional consultation services.
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This position is not represented by a collective bargaining unit. Pay on appointment will follow the provisions of the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan.

The Department of Natural Resources conducts criminal background checks on final applicants prior to job offer. Please note that a criminal charge or conviction on your record will not necessarily disqualify you from state employment. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the DNR does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

The Department of Natural Resources does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form…