Sanctuary Dive Technician
Sanctuary Dive Technician
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Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference
DEQ has an open opportunity for a Sanctuary Dive Technician.
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This Sanctuary Dive Technician is the lead dive technician for the statewide Oyster Sanctuary Program. The primary purposes of this position are: 1) conduct monitoring and sampling activities on oyster sanctuaries often in low visibility while using SCUBA in adherence to approved sampling protocols and the DMF SCUBA Dive Safety Manual; 2) oversee the proper maintenance and servicing of SCUBA diving equipment; 3) assist with planning of dive operations including field sampling and annual trainings; 4) assist with planning and construction of oyster reefs; and 5) data entry for accurate collection of biological data and record keeping of dive operations. Variable schedules including extended workdays overnight stays & weekend work will sometimes be required. This is an intensive field position with extensive on the water time required. Ability to lift 75 lbs. operate & maintain vessels up to 50 feet in length. Operate & maintain tow vehicles trailers and heavy equipment such as forklifts front-end loaders & dump trucks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist biologists with SCUBA operations while maintainingsupport of dive equipment and spaces timely and accurate record keeping via hard-copy forms and digital database and direct communication with the DSO regarding SCUBA operations.
- Assist with oyster sampling efforts using SCUBA to estimate oyster sanctuary performance
- Entering and checking biological data ensuring quality and accuracy
- Assist with additional Habitat and Enhancement operations including material stockpiling material deployment and biological sampling programs
- Perform maintenance on trucks boats trailers and outboard engines
- Safely operate trucks boats trailers and heavy equipment
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 nine-member 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 Mid-Atlantic 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 science-based 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 all-of-the-above 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.
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This position is located in:3441 Arendell Street Morehead City 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.
To qualify for this position applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following:
- Experience operating or trailering boats
- Experience with general maintenance for vehicles boats outboard engines or boat trailers.
- Open Water SCUBA diving certification from an accredited institution (e.g. PADI SSI NAUI)
Management Preferences:
- Experience collecting biological data in the field
- Advanced SCUBA certifications (Rescue Nitrox Master etc.) or 50 dives in low visibility conditions
- Experience with maintenance of SCUBA equipment
- Experience with marine electronic systems
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.
Associates degree in one of the agricultural biological engineering environmental or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in environmental or natural resources management 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 Merit-Based 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 aDD-214 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:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
