Marine Fisheries Biologist Supervisor
Marine Fisheries Biologist Supervisor
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Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference
DEQ has an open opportunity for a Marine Fisheries Biologist Supervisor.
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*This is a REPOST of position.Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *
This Marine Fisheries Biologist Supervisor is responsible for the supervision of the biologists and technicians working in the Washington Regional Office in the Northern District for the Fisheries Management Section and specifically works to ensure that Division sampling projects and federal aid projects are meeting program goals and objectives. The Biologist Supervisor will participate directly in fisheries management activities of the Division including development and implementation of state fishery management plans (FMPs) and will also participate in joint plans developed with other state and regional agencies. The position will be one of the Divisions lead scientists involved with the development of one or more FMPs and will supervise the collection and analysis of the data used in those plans (this would apply to NC FMPs as well as Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission and federal Council FMPs). The position will assist the District Manager with the administration of the district by approving purchases processing bills completing requisitions prioritizing and facilitating biological sampling activities drafting proclamations responding to public inquiries attending public meetings and hearings and promoting good relationships with both the commercial and recreational industry. This position requires strong communication skills to deal with stakeholders scientific colleagues and Division staff. This position will supervise employees and manage employee performance. The ability to operate a boat and follow Coast Guard navigation rules is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sets priorities and is responsible in the oversight of the fisheries management Washington Regional Office in the Northern District work unit including the various lead biologists who implement the biological monitoring and section management programs for various species of finfish and shellfish and who propose sampling designs and initiate projects to meet data needs.
- Directly supervises the Biologists in the Northern District Washington Regional Office and is accountable for office activities such as planning for sampling requirements scheduling activities equipment and safety.
- Responsible for gathering input from staff other scientists enforcement officers fishermen and dealers and relaying information to the Fisheries Management District Managers and Section Chief.
- The Biologist Supervisor will draft and/or review documents including federal grant reports federal Council or Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) FMPs North Carolina state FMPs North Carolina Coastal Habitat Plan and other memos and reports.
The Division of Marine Fisheries
The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is responsible for the stewardship of the states marine and estuarine resources. The DMFs jurisdiction encompasses all coastal waters and extends to 3 miles offshore. Agency policies are established by the ninemember Marine Fisheries Commission and the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality. North Carolina is a member of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission the MidAtlantic Fishery Management Councilthe South Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the National Shellfish Sanitation Program. Click here to learn more about the Division of Marine Fisheries.
The NC Department of Environmental Quality:
The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide sciencebased environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolinas environmental resources. The organization which has offices from the mountains to the coast administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality water quality and the publics health and works to advance in alloftheabove energy strategy that fits North Carolinas needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses farmers local governments and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the states school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Qualityfor more information.
If you have student loans becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit to learn more.
This position is located in:943 Washington Square Mall Highway 17Washington NC
Knowledge Skills and Abilities / Competencies
The Knowledge Skills and Abilities listed below along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. Resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. Click these links for additional information:Introduction to the Job ApplicationandAddressing Knowledge Skills and Abilities.
To qualify for this position applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following:
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience with biological data collection fisheries science and/or coastal fisheries management.
- Experience with commercial and/or recreational fisheries.
- Experience summarizing and/or conveying technical or nontechnical information with staff and the public through reports presentations or other written documentation.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See for details.
Bachelors degree in one of the agricultural biological engineering environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of progressive experience in environmental work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Supplemental and Contact Information
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employerwho embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federallaws state laws and Executive Orders.
DEQ uses the MeritBased Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
- Applicants seeking Veterans Preference must attach aDD214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty to their applications.
- If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education.
- If applicants earned a foreign degree foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification:
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
