Job Opportunities

Job Posting:

Hatchery Technician

Job Description:

As a Hatchery Technician, you will play a key role in the cultivation and care of oyster larvae and seed, helping ensure strong healthy production from the very start

• Maintain and Monitor Oyster larvae and juvenile stocks
• Assist with spawning,feeding and tank management
• Monitor water quality and hatchery Systems, clean and maintain equipment and facilities
• Record data and support daily hatchery

Qualifications:

• Interest in aquaculture, marine biology or related field
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Ability to work in a hands on, outdoor/industrial environment
• Reliable and team oriented

What we Offer:

• Competitive pay
• Hands-on experience in a growing aquaculture business
• opportunity for advancement
• work in a unique coastal environment

 

Please send your resume to:

doug@isledauphineoyster.com

Job Posting:

Field Technician

Job Description:

The Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) AquaFort project demonstrates sustainable offshore aquaculture in the northern Gulf of America by integrating finfish, shellfish, and macroalgae production.

The Dauphin Island Sea Lab (DISL) is seeking an IMTA Field Technician to support daily operations on the AquaFort platform offshore of Fort Morgan, Alabama. Responsibilities include fish husbandry, platform maintenance, environmental monitoring, biological data collection, recordkeeping, and assisting with offshore research activities. This is a physically demanding, field-based position requiring regular vessel work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and assist with daily operations of the IMTA AquaFort aquaculture platform.
● Conduct husbandry of finfish and other aquaculture species maintained on the platform.
● Feed, monitor, handle, stock, and harvest aquaculture species as needed.
● Monitor and maintain fish pens, the AquaFort platform, mooring system, and associated
equipment.
● Conduct environmental and wildlife monitoring.
● Conduct routine water-quality monitoring and maintain accurate records.
● Collect, record, manage, and assist with analysis of biological and environmental data.
● Maintain accurate operational, husbandry, environmental, and maintenance records.
● Assist with the development and implementation of safe aquaculture production protocols
and standard operating procedures.
● Assist the IMTA team in developing, testing, and implementing aquaculture techniques
and operational procedures.
● Follow all DISL, vessel, and offshore work safety procedures.
● Assist with activities necessary to maintain compliance with applicable environmental
regulations and aquaculture permits.
● Participate in field activities, training, outreach, and other project-related activities as
assigned.
● Travel, as needed, to support training and evaluation of existing IMTA systems.

 

Qualifications (Required) :

• Minimum of two years of relevant experience in mariculture, finfish aquaculture,
  commercial fishing, marine harvesting, vessel operations, or a related field.
  ● Experience working aboard commercial, research, or other marine vessels.
  ● Experience with small-vessel operation and/or vessel maintenance.
  ● Ability to work safely and effectively in an offshore marine environment.
  ● Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  ● Strong organizational, logistical, and communication skills.

 

To Apply:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae/Resume, and contact information to project manager Ashley McDonald at amcdonald@disl.org with the line "IMTA field technician" Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To learn more please visit: Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture Field Technician

Job Posting: Park Ranger

Job Description: To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. Responsible for complex park operations focused on the management and restoration of Brazos Bend State Park’s natural and cultural resources. Duties include habitat restoration, invasive species control, prescribed burns, feral animal management, herbicide application, and cultural site monitoring. Assists with natural and cultural resource planning, environmental compliance, research coordination, interpretive programs, volunteer recruitment, and staff training. Also provides visitor services, issues permits, collects fees, performs routine park maintenance, and supports regional park operations as needed. Works with limited supervision and exercises independent judgment.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use.
• Required to work 40 hours per week, includes various schedules with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
• Required to respond to emergencies with little to no notice. 
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to work in and around natural outdoor pests, such as insects, animals, and poisonous plants. 
• Required to perform manual labor including, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Required to operate a State vehicle.
• Required to travel 10% with possible overnight stays.
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
• Non-smoking, non-tobacco, and non-vaping environment in State buildings and vehicles. 

Qualifications: 

•  Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Management, Forestry, Environmental Biology, Biology, Park Administration, or Recreation and Parks.
• Experience working with the public.
• Conducting interpretive activities and professional audience presentations; in a language other than English in one or more critical languages including, but not limited to: Urdu, Japanese, Spanish, Persian, Hindi, Arabic, Korean, Russian, Chinese, Punjabi, Swahili, Portuguese, or Turkish.
• Current Pesticide Applicator license issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture.
• Current Wildland Fire Fighter certification.

To Apply:  Please visit this link for more information and to Apply Park Ranger- Brazos bend State Park

Deadline to apply is August 28,2026

Job Posting: Coastal Ecologist 

Job Description:  Provides technical expertise on freshwater and coastal ecosystems by evaluating environmental impacts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting habitat conservation and restoration. Responsibilities include investigating pollution events and fish kills, conducting water quality assessments, preparing technical reports, coordinating with agencies and stakeholders, maintaining environmental data, and collaborating with partners to protect fish, wildlife, and aquatic habitats..

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work, as needed, hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays.
• Required to operate a state vehicle.
• Required to travel 20% with possible overnight stays.
• Required to respond to emergencies.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to work overtime as necessary.
• Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels.
• Required to lift, push, and pull heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.).
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
• Non-smoking environment in state buildings and vehicles.

Job Qualifications: 

• Experience reviewing or preparing technical environmental documents.
• Experience coordinating with state or federal partners regarding environmental issues.
• Experience working from or operating marine vessels.
• Experience collecting environmental data.
• Experience participating in fish kill or oil spill assessment and/or response.
• Knowledge of coastal ecology including habitats (aquatic and terrestrial), fauna (fish, birds, wildlife, etc.) and flora (seagrass, algae, dominant plants, etc.).
• Knowledge of environmental issues that affect fish and wildlife resources.
• Knowledge of State and Federal laws and regulatory programs affecting fish and wildlife resources.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication with co-workers and public including data compilation, analysis, interpretation, report writing, and giving presentations.
• Skill in performing field work in coastal environments (boating, navigation, sea conditions, weather) and using field sampling equipment to collect sediment, water, and biological samples.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with TPWD staff, the public, other State and Federal agencies, and conservation partners (including the ability to train others).

To Apply: To Apply or learn more  Coastal Ecologist- Dickinson

Deadline to apply is September 03, 2026

Job Posting: Fish And Wildlife Technician 

Job Description: Under the direction of the Ecosystem Leader, this position performs routine to complex (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Assists in collection, recording, and editing of fishery-dependent and fishery-independent data in the Galveston Bay ecosystem and nearshore Gulf of America.  Operates equipment safely.  Maintains gear, equipment, and facility.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch policies, procedures and standards.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays as needed.   
• Required to travel up to 5% with possible overnight stays.     
• Required to work overtime as necessary.     
• Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels in the inshore bays and nearshore Gulf of America.
• Required to perform work outdoors in extreme temperatures and occasionally adverse weather conditions.
• Required to wade in water and deep mud, and walk over rough, uneven, and slippery surfaces or bay bottoms.   
• Required to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Must conform to agency work rules, safety program and dress and grooming standards.
• Non-smoking environment in all state buildings and vehicles.

Job Qualifications:

• Two years of relevant experience.
• Experience navigating vessels in shallow bay systems.
• Experience working on vessels in the Gulf of America or other large bodies of water.
• Experience constructing, using, and maintaining specialized fisheries-sampling gears such as seines, nets, trawls, and oyster dredges.
• Hold a U.S.C.G. issued Captain's License.
• Knowledge of Texas coastal ecosystems, marine organisms, and commercial and recreational fisheries.
• Skill in collecting and recording biological and environmental data and maintaining accurate records.
• Skill in effective communication and in building and maintaining positive working relationships.
• Skill in using computers and standard office software.
• Skill in operating and maintaining, boats, outboard motors and trailers.
• Skill in basic vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to effectively interact with the public and represent the agency in a positive manner.
• Ability to fully participate in field and water-based sampling activities

To Apply: To apply or lean more visit Fish and Wildlife Technician

Deadline to apply: September 03,2026 

Job Posting: Fish and Wildlife technician 

Job Description: Under the direction of the Ecosystem Leader, this position performs routine to complex (journey-level) fish and wildlife conservation work. Assists in collection, recording, and editing of fishery-dependent and fishery-independent data in the Sabine Lake ecosystem and nearshore Gulf of America.  Operates equipment safely.  Maintains gear, equipment, and facility.  Performs additional duties as assigned.  Complies with all Agency, Division, and Branch policies, procedures and standards.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays as needed.   
• Required to travel up to 5% with possible overnight stays.     
• Required to work overtime as necessary.     
• Required to perform work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels in the inshore bays and nearshore Gulf of America.
• Required to perform work outdoors in extreme temperatures and occasionally adverse weather conditions.
• Required to wade in water and deep mud, and walk over rough, uneven, and slippery surfaces or bay bottoms.   
• Required to lift, push, and pull heavy objects.
• Must conform to agency work rules, safety program and dress and grooming standards.
• Non-smoking environment in all state buildings and vehicles.

Job Qualifications:

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Fish and Wildlife Technician IA - No experience required.
• Fish and Wildlife Technician IB - Two years of relevant experience.
• Fish and Wildlife Technician II - Four years of relevant experience.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a valid class "C" Texas driver's license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within thirty days of employment, a Texas Boater Education Course or equivalent unless legally exempt per §31.110 of the Texas Water Safety Act.
• NOTE: Retention of position is contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license

To Apply: To apply or learn more please visit Fish and Wildlife Technician

Deadline to apply is September 03, 2026

Job Posting: Hatchery Biologist

Job Description: Under the direction of the Hatchery Manager, this position is responsible for performing fisheries enhancement and conservation work that involves fish propagation and distribution. Responsible for equipment and facility maintenance of a high-tech warm water state fish hatchery Provides leadership to staff by assisting with the supervision of hatchery technicians, seasonal workers, interns, and volunteers. Responsible for assuring a high level of quality control in facility personnel management. Provides technical assistance and staff support as required. Assists with data analysis, report writing, and scientific experiments to further develop and expand the discipline of fish culture or enhance the overall productivity and efficiency of hatchery operations. Organizes and conducts public outreach activities. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations, and procedures.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to work overtime as needed.
• Required to respond to emergencies and on-call situations.
• Performs work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to work in various environmental conditions including heat, enclosed spaces, heights, noise, dust and fumes given proper safety precautions and equipment.
• Performs work in water-based field activities, including work aboard seagoing vessels.
• Required to perform manual labor, including, but not limited to, lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to operate a state vehicle.
• Required to travel 15% with possible overnight stays.
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures.
• Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.

Job Qualifications: 

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's, Master's or Ph.D. degree in Fisheries Sciences, Mariculture, Marine Biology, or closely related field. 
• NRS I(a): No experience required.
• NRS I(b): One year of relevant experience.
• NRS II: Two years of relevant experience.
• NRS III: Six years of relevant experience.
• Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class `C' Texas driver's license.

To Apply: To apply or learn more visit Hatchery Technician

Deadline to apply is September 03, 2026

Job Posting: Program Supervisor- Outdoor Family Educator

Job Description: The Regional Texas Outdoor Family Lead coordinates and leads overnight camping workshops that introduce new visitors to Texas State Parks. Responsibilities include building community partnerships, conducting outdoor leadership training, managing program logistics and equipment, supervising staff and volunteers, promoting programs through outreach and social media, and expanding access to outdoor recreation across the Dallas–Fort Worth region.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Required to work in a public park with overnight camping and day use;
• Required to stay/lodge in tents at State Parks during weekends, as necessary; 
• Required to work hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays; 
• For shifts exceeding 24 hours such as weekend camping workshops, all time will be paid except for meal breaks and sleep periods, excluding work-related interruptions;
• Required to operate a State vehicle;
• Required to travel 40% with possible overnight stays;
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions; 
• Required to conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules, and safety standards; 
• Non-smoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles.

Job Qualifications: 

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in one of the following areas:  Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife/Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Sociology, Sports Management or a closely related field.
• Experience leading or supporting Texas Outdoor Family programs;
• Experience managing large groups of people in outdoor settings with a focus on participants safety and enjoyment, as well as "Leave No Trace" ethics;
• Experience conducting outdoor education programs in areas such as camping, fishing, hiking, kayaking, geocaching, biking, outdoor cooking, or related activities;
• Experience towing trailers and backing them into tight spaces;
• Work experience in outdoor settings such as parks, refuges, wildlife management areas, nature centers, camps, or similar;
• Work experience to include the management of event planning with points of contact or partners.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English and Spanish languages.
• Current Certified Interpretive Guide (CIG) from the National Association of Interpretation (NAI);
• Current Leave No Trace Instructor;
• Current American Canoe Association Kayak Instructor certification;
• Current Wilderness First Aid or Responder;
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

To Apply: To apply or learn more visit Program Supervisor

Deadline to apply is September 04, 2026