State of South Carolina
Salary:
$37,200.00 - $59,500.00 Annually Location :
Lexington County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
177185 Agency:
Department of Natural Resources Division:
Land and Water Conservation District Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/13/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must apply online. Class Code::
LE90 Position Number::
61128192 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade:
GEN06 Hiring Range - Min.:
$39,892.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$48,300.00 Opening Date:
06/16/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities This employee will be tasked with assisting in the operation and maintenance of all SCDNR Freshwater Fish Hatcheries and State Lakes to ensure annual freshwater fish production goals are met and facilities are maintained appropriately.
Job Duties Include:
Assisting with fish culture and harvest at all SCDNR Freshwater Fish Hatcheries. Carrying out all duties necessary to ensure fish production meets annual production goals as assigned by the Hatchery Coordinator. Working at locations as assigned by the Hatchery Coordinator and Assistant Hatchery Coordinator. Ensuring hatchery grounds, ponds, office, work buildings, residences, and all associated structures are maintained to ensure maximum service, efficiency and aesthetic. Conducting and/or assisting with the maintenance of all State Lakes as assigned. Ensuring State Lakes grounds, ponds, dams, boat landings, fishing piers, and associated structures are maintained in a manner that ensures maximum service, efficiency and aesthetic value. Ensuring that all issued equipment is maintained in a state of operational readiness. Assisting the hatchery and state lakes staff with administrative tasks.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work; or an associate degree in the technical sciences.
Standard (Core) and Aquatic (Category 5) SC Pesticide Applicator's License within six (6) months of hire date. Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in aquaculture, fisheries, or agriculture. Proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical trades. Ability to work in the field in adverse weather; safely operate small boats, landscaping equipment, and power tools; collect, enter, and manage data reliably; operate aquaculture equipment; work with and communicate with the public, co-workers, and supervisors; perform heavy physical labor; and work comfortably in and around water. Ability to participate in overnight travel. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Are you currently employed with SCDNR?
Yes No
02
Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work OR an associate degree in the technical sciences?
Yes No
Required Question
$37,200.00 - $59,500.00 Annually Location :
Lexington County, SC Job Type:
FTE - Full-Time Job Number:
177185 Agency:
Department of Natural Resources Division:
Land and Water Conservation District Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/13/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Agency Specific Application Procedures::
All applicants must apply online. Class Code::
LE90 Position Number::
61128192 Normal Work Schedule::
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00) Pay Grade:
GEN06 Hiring Range - Min.:
$39,892.00 Hiring Range - Max.:
$48,300.00 Opening Date:
06/16/2025 EEO Statement:
Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran Preference Statement:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities This employee will be tasked with assisting in the operation and maintenance of all SCDNR Freshwater Fish Hatcheries and State Lakes to ensure annual freshwater fish production goals are met and facilities are maintained appropriately.
Job Duties Include:
Assisting with fish culture and harvest at all SCDNR Freshwater Fish Hatcheries. Carrying out all duties necessary to ensure fish production meets annual production goals as assigned by the Hatchery Coordinator. Working at locations as assigned by the Hatchery Coordinator and Assistant Hatchery Coordinator. Ensuring hatchery grounds, ponds, office, work buildings, residences, and all associated structures are maintained to ensure maximum service, efficiency and aesthetic. Conducting and/or assisting with the maintenance of all State Lakes as assigned. Ensuring State Lakes grounds, ponds, dams, boat landings, fishing piers, and associated structures are maintained in a manner that ensures maximum service, efficiency and aesthetic value. Ensuring that all issued equipment is maintained in a state of operational readiness. Assisting the hatchery and state lakes staff with administrative tasks.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A high school diploma and two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work; or an associate degree in the technical sciences.
Standard (Core) and Aquatic (Category 5) SC Pesticide Applicator's License within six (6) months of hire date. Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in aquaculture, fisheries, or agriculture. Proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical trades. Ability to work in the field in adverse weather; safely operate small boats, landscaping equipment, and power tools; collect, enter, and manage data reliably; operate aquaculture equipment; work with and communicate with the public, co-workers, and supervisors; perform heavy physical labor; and work comfortably in and around water. Ability to participate in overnight travel. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note:
The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01
Are you currently employed with SCDNR?
Yes No
02
Do you have AT LEAST a high school diploma AND two (2) years of related experience in wildlife, fisheries or agricultural work OR an associate degree in the technical sciences?
Yes No
Required Question