What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shellfish Hatchery Biologist position at Lummi Nation?
Open Date
04/16/2025
Close Date
05/15/2025
Department
61
Natural Resources
Duration
1
Regular Full - Time
Vacancies
1
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Shellfish Hatchery Manager, the Shellfish Hatchery Biologist performs the following duties: Monitor and assist with the algae operation; Coordinate with LNR Grant Manager to seek potential grant opportunities; Prepare and submit grant applications before deadlines; Submit quarterly grant reports and deliverables to grant agencies as required; Assist with JV Oyster Project, Assist with tracking inventories on the JV oyster seed; Assist with the hatchery geoduck, oyster, and manila clam seed sales; Assist with preparing and submitting reports for the LNR Administration and the General Manager’s Office. Explore other potential bi-valve possibilities (spawning experiments with other shellfish species); Collect data, and report to supervisor and to the LNR Administration Office; Conduct water quality research including data collection (especially during harmful algal blooms inside the Lummi Sea Pond), data analysis, and drafting reports; Monitor health of all algae and shellfish cultures; and Other projects related to the shellfish production program.
