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CITY OF TACOMA invites applications for the position of:

Fish Facilities Manager An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY Annually $84,552.00 - $108,409.60 OPENING DATE: 07/17/15 POSITION DESCRIPTION:

CLOSING DATE: 08/14/15 05:00 PM

Tacoma Power is seeking a Cowlitz Fish Facilities Manager responsible for managing contractors and personnel associated with the operation of an upstream adult fish collector at the Barrier Dam adjacent to the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery, downstream juvenile fish collectors at Cowlitz Falls Dam and Mayfield Dam and two fish hatcheries – Cowlitz Salmon & Trout Hatcheries. Tacoma Power has the responsibility for collecting and distributing adult fish returning the barrier dam, collection and transport of juvenile fish past Cowlitz and Mayfield dams and the production of 650,000 pounds of salmon and trout at the hatchery facilities for release into the Cowlitz watershed as described in the Cowlitz FERC License. This position will: 1. Oversee day-to-day operations of the fish collectors 2. Manage fish facilities operation contractors and staff 3. Meet fish production and collection goals 4. Obtain and maintain permits necessary to operate facilities 5. Plan and implement budgets 6. Negotiates contracts 7. Work closely with Cowlitz Hydroelectric Facilities and Lewis County Public Utilities staff to achieve project operation and maintenance objectives 8. Write annual reports Other duties are, included but not limited to, performing technical and scientific duties related to the biological aspects of utility operations and associated impacts; designing studies and compiling statistical and technical information; preparing reports and analysis of data as necessary for fisheries and related recreational programs in support of FERC license implementation and re-licensing requirements; managing technical staff activities, productivity, work plans, and schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS: Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of a Master's degree in fisheries biology or related field with specialization in fisheries science, salmonid aquaculture, or other related biological field AND 10 years of professional level experience in fisheries or related environmental programs. OR A Bachelor’s degree in fisheries biology or related field with specialization in fisheries science, salmonid aquaculture, or other related biological field AND 12 years of professional level experience in fisheries or related environmental programs. Will be required to live within 30 minute drive of the Cowlitz Salmon Hatchery or Cowlitz Falls Fish Collection Facilities.

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KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: SELECTION PROCESS & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Interested individuals should complete the online application and attach a resume and cover letter that includes major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position. Applicants who have the strongest backgrounds related to the responsibilities of this position may be invited to participate in an interview. Appointment is subject to passing a background check. If you have any additional questions regarding this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 253.591.5400 before the closing date.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.cityoftacoma.org ALTERNATIVE FORMAT MAY BE OBTAINED AT: Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, WA 98402-3764 253-591-5400 [email protected]

Job #2094-15 FISH FACILITIES MANAGER RC

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Fish Facilities Manager Supplemental Questionnaire

1. Do you have one of the following: 1. Bachelor's degree in fisheries biology or related field with specialization in fisheries science, salmonid aquaculture other related biological field and 12 years of related experience? OR 2. A Master's degree and 10 years of experience? Yes No * 2. Describe your experience in fisheries field work including adult and juvenile fish trapping, fish marking, mark-recapture studies, and brood collection.

* 3. Describe your experience working with diverse stakeholder groups and regulators (i.e. National Marine Fisheries Service, United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Tribes).

* 4. Describe your project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation and report writing.

* 5. Describe your experience with salmonid aquaculture and managing aquaculture staff.

* 6. Describe your experience working with fish facilities associated with hydropower facilities and associated hydropower staff.

* Required Question

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