[Cook Inlet Aquaculture Association (CIAA) has an opening for an on-site Hatchery Manager at Trail Lakes Hatchery, located on the road system, near Moose Pass, Alaska. This hatchery is permitted to incubate 30 million sockeye, 6 million coho, and 4 million Chinook salmon eggs. This facility currently focuses on sockeye and coho production.

　　[[This is a regular, full-time, exempt position. Under the supervision of the Hatchery Operations Manager, the Hatchery Manager is responsible for the operation and maintenance of Trail Lakes Hatchery in a safe, professional, and cost effective manner. This position performs a variety of responsibilities including, but not limited to:]{fira="" sans="" condensed","sans-serif""=""}]{sans-serif""=""}]{fira="" sans="" condensed","sans-serif""=""}

　　Oversees all fish culture activities to ensure best practices are utilized.Directs and assists in brood stock collection and spawning, egg incubation, fry rearing, marking and release.Ensures that records of hatchery performance, maintenance, and water quality measurements are maintained consistent with program requirements.Responsible for the monthly APDES water sampling, to ensure water quality standards.Ensures all maintenance activities are conducted in a manner to provide for facility and equipment readiness.Conducts safety inspections, maintains a safe working environment, and provides safety training and orientation.Supervises Assistant Hatchery Manager.Assists with the development of hatchery Annual Management Plan and annual hatchery and project reports.Escorts visitors on hatchery tours.This position is expected to live on-site in CIAA-provided housing; will work variable hours; and be responsible for rounds and on-call status on a rotation.

　　Qualifications:

　　The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of applied fishery biology and basic construction techniques, a valid Alaska drivers license (or the ability to obtain one after hire); and possess good management and organizational skills. Must be able to operate fishery and water quality sampling gear. A minimum of three years experience in fish culture and hatchery operations in a leadership position is required. Strong outdoor skills, experience with Microsoft Excel and Word, and the ability to communicate in a concise, effective manner is required. A Bachelor of Science Degree in fisheries science or relate field is preferred. Current CPR and First Aid certifications are required. Requires the

　　ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and the ability to work in cold, wet, and humid conditions for extended periods.

　　Other combinations of training and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis for relevancy. If you believe you meet the qualifications above, and you are looking for a fun, challenging, and rewarding job, then CIAA encourages you to apply. CIAA is an equal opportunity employer.

　　Compensation:

　　Salary range $62,364 to $81,451 per year, DOE. The benefit package includes health insurance (employee portion is a 5% co-pay of the monthly premium), Health Savings Account with employer contribution, employee 401(k) retirement plan, vacation and medical leave. Furnished on-site housing is provided along with heating fuel, electricity, and internet services.

　　To apply:

　　Applicants must submit an application (found at

　　[https://www.ciaanet.org/jobs/[). A cover letter, resume, and three professional references must be attached to the application. Contact Brett Jenkins, Hatchery Operations Manager, with questions: [email protected] or 907-283-5761.]{fira="" sans="" condensed","sans-serif""=""}]{fira="" sans="" condensed","sans-serif""=""}