Fish Culturist, Neets Bay Hatchery, Ketchikan

Southern Southeast Regional Aquaculture Association (SSRAA) is recruiting for full-time 10
- month fish culturist at the Neets Bay Hatchery, a remote hatchery located approximately 30 air
miles from Ketchikan, Alaska. The Neets Bay Hatchery program includes approximately 140
million chum salmon and 3.5 million coho salmon. This position requires living on site in a
furnished shared apartment unit. Utilities include but are not limited to: weekly mail and supply
flights, satellite internet, and R&R hotel accommodations in Ketchikan. Work consists of fish
culture and basic maintenance duties at the hatchery and there may be advancement
opportunities.

The ideal candidate has the ability to develop healthy working relationships with co-workers and
have a willingness to learn and share knowledge and skills. Previous experience in fish husbandry,
a closely related field, or as part of past/current education is preferred, but SSRAA is willing to
train the right applicant. The job requires the ability to: stand and walk for extended periods of
time, lift, carry, push, or pull 50lbs or more repeatedly, work in inclement weather, and inside
around cold running water.

Pay range is $20.69/hr to $28.06/hr, DOE. Benefits include: health, dental, vision, life, long-term
disability insurance, and participation in a 403b retirement plan. SSRAA is an equal opportunity
employer.

To apply go to SSRAA website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or click on the URL in the job announcement below.
This posting will remain open until filled. The start date for this position begins in April 2025 and
start date is negotiable.

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