Hatchery Technician - Southold, NY

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This position will focus primarily on hatchery production of seed shellfish, including algae production, broodstock conditioning, spawning, larval rearing, and nursery grow-out in a field setting. Activities will primarily occur at the Suffolk County Marine Environmental Learning Center in Southold and will move to nursery sites throughout Suffolk County as required. This position is intended to support the work of the hatchery manager in producing shellfish.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in biological or related sciences and least 1-year experience relevant to the position or High School Diploma role and 2 years volunteer or work experience.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Ability to embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Attention to detail
• Ability to lift 20 - 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors and on boats in all weather conditions.
• Must be reliable and able to work independently as well as with others.
• Good communication and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to understand and implement written and oral instructions.
• Experience with data entry and analysis.
• Ability or willingness to learn timecard software.
• Ability to meet travel requirements associated with this position.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as appropriate.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Ability to pass Motor Vehicle Screen process

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in a related field.
• Shellfish hatchery, shellfish nursery, or laboratory experience.

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary: $18-24 per hour

Schedule: NON-EXEMPT

Benefits: Full Benefits

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

HOW TO APPLY:

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application. Once the application is submitted, you will not be able to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at (631) 727-7850 or via email at HR-CCESuffolk@cornell.edu

Last updated May 6, 2024