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Open: June 2, 2026 — Closes: June 9, 2026

Summary

This position is a FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST, GS- 0401-12 working in Lodi, California for the R8-San Francisco Bay-Delta Fish and Wildlife. This is a temporary promotion not to exceed one (1) year. It may be extended without further competition for a total period of up to five (5) years. This temporary promotion may be made permanent without further competition.

Major Duties

The position provides scientific and technical leadership for fish hatchery programs that support the conservation, recovery, and management of native fish populations throughout the Central Valley and Bay-Delta ecosystem. The incumbent applies fisheries science principles to hatchery operations, including broodstock management, fish health and genetics considerations, production planning, monitoring and evaluation, and adaptive management. Responsibilities include coordinating with federal, state, tribal, and regional partners; analyzing biological data to assess hatchery performance and fish population outcomes; developing and implementing science-based management strategies; and providing technical guidance on fish culture practices and conservation hatchery programs. The position plays a key role in integrating hatchery operations with broader species recovery, fisheries management, and ecosystem restoration objectives. As a FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST your duties will include but are not limited to the following: Plans, coordinates, and evaluates fish hatchery programs and activities that support the conservation, recovery, and management of native fish populations and aquatic resources. Conducts and reviews biological studies, monitoring programs, and hatchery evaluations to assess fish production, health, genetics, survival, and population performance and to inform management decisions. Collaborates with Tribal governments, state and Federal agencies, and other partners to advance fisheries conservation objectives, hatchery program priorities, and species recovery goals. Develops and implements science-based management strategies, operational guidance, and adaptive management recommendations to improve hatchery performance and conservation outcomes. Monitors hatchery programs and activities for compliance with applicable policies, standards, guidelines, agreements, and management plans, and provides recommendations to support effective program implementation.

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