JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20939 Position Title: NADF Lead Animal Care Technician III TTC Title and Code: Animal Care Technician III (AN010) FTE:100% Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility in Bayfield, Wisconsin Supervisor: Tyler Firkus, Assistant Director Position Summary The University Staff Lead Aquaculture Technician works under the supervision and guidance of the UWSP Northern Aquaculture Demonstration Facility, Assistant Director in Bayfield. The position serves as a staff member in all aspects involving the culture of fish and assists with performing activities defined in grant-funded, contract, and education-based projects. The position will coordinate project activities with USTEs, volunteers, apprenticeships, and interns at the facility. Responsible for performing general maintenance functions on equipment, building and grounds, and on-call working overtime when alarm issues occur since the UWSP-NADF works with live animals (fish) that require 24/7 monitoring. As lead technician, collecting and analyzing water quality and fish performance data is continuous. The position will supervise and assign tasks to interns and other technicians. Finally, the lead technician will make fish nutrition, biosecurity, and health decisions for optimal project performance. Shift: 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Evening, Weekend and Holiday hours will be required. Anticipated Appointment Date: July 2024 TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 6/19/2024 are ensured full consideration. Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents: - Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience - Resume/Curriculum Vitae - Contact information for three professional references (Official Transcripts may be required of finalist) Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Position Contact For additional information regarding the position, please call or email: Tyler Firkus, Chair, Search and Screen Committee Email: tyfirkus@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-779-3461 Human Resources Contact If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email: Human Resources Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu Phone: 715-346-2606 ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications -B.S. degree, from an accredited institution, in aquaculture, fisheries biology, freshwater science, hatchery management or related water-science field. -Minimum 4-years experience with aquaculture related systems and processes, including Recirculating Aquaculture Systems and related equipment such as sand biofilters, floating bed biofiltration, drum filters, Hach monitoring equipment, and YSI monitoring equipment. Preferred Qualifications -In place of 4 years experience, a M.S. degree from an accredited institution in aquaculture, fisheries biology, freshwater science, hatchery management or related water-science field. -An understanding of the complete life-cycle production of Atlantic salmon, Arctic char, rainbow trout, lake trout, walleye, lamprey, and yellow perch. -Skills in basic aquaculture facility and equipment maintenance such as small engine repair, net mending, carpentry, PVC piping, lawn care, power tool operation, tractor operation, etc. -Possess a valid driver\'s license and ability to meet standards set to drive state vehicles. -Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu