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NOW HIRING: Michigan Department of Natural Resources Seasonal Fisheries Position



One State Worker position is being filled at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery, 34270 CR 652, Mattawan, MI 49071.  The position, limited to 1040 hours, is expected to start in April and finish in September, however exact dates are subject to change based on selected candidate’s schedule.  Work hours will be 40 hours per week, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.   Weekend work will be required for the months of July and August. This is a temporary, non-career, position.



Wage: State worker hourly pay rates are $16.22 for first-time DNR employees; $17.66 with 250+ hours of DNR experience before September 1st, 2025 and $18.55 with 250+ hours of DNR experience before September 1st, 2025 and 400+ hours of DNR experience in 2024.



Qualifications: Applicants should be self-starting, highly motivated individuals interested in performing fisheries-related work that often involves strenuous physical labor. Candidate must be able to lift heavy objects and work outdoors in all types of weather. Preference will be given to applicants with prior fish production experience, general knowledge of fish identification, and other fisheries related experience. Academic coursework, work experience, and other skills will be considered.  Must be 18 years old, possess a current Michigan driver’s license and have an excellent driving record. Travel expenses will be provided for any out-of-area travel. Civil Service rules require all State Workers to submit to a pre-employment drug test and background check.





Position Duties:

  *   Assist with loading fish transport units
  *   Assist with egg collections
  *   Assist with general fish culture tasks
  *   Grounds and facility upkeep
  *   Complete other duties as assigned





Application:

Submit by email a cover letter, resume, DNR employment application form #PR-7123e http://www.michigan.gov/documents/dnr/dnr_employment_application_pr7123_443361_7.pdf and contact information for three references to Matt Hughes at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Applications will be accepted through Feb 13th, 2026. Interviews will be held in late February-early March.