Fishery Analyst (PCN 113033)

This position is open to Alaska Residents only.
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The Alaska Department of Fish and Game Division of Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission is recruiting

for a Fishery Analyst located in Juneau Alaska!

What you will be doing:

As a Fishery Analyst for the Alaska Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC) you will conduct research statistical analysis and reporting essential to the implementation of the Alaska Limited Entry this role you will: develop and maintain SAS SQL R and Python programs; produce annual demographic economic and regional reports; analyze permit and fishery data; and support the Commission with regulatory economic and demographic analyses used statewide. You will work with one of the most complete commercial fisheries datasets in the world and contribute directly to data-driven policy and the sustainability of Alaskas commercial fisheries.

Our organization mission and culture:

CFEC works to conserve and sustain the economic health of Alaskas commercial fisheries by permitting commercial fishers and when appropriate limiting the number of participants in certain fisheries. As a quasi-judicial agency CFEC issues permits manages vessel licensing and provides due-process hearings and appeals.

As CFECs Fishery Analyst you will be a key member of a small highly collaborative research team where:

• You will apply analytical statistical and programming skills daily to answer complex questions involving fisheries participation demographics earnings and permit activity.
• You will be a valued contributor to research data development regulatory analysis and the continuous improvement of CFECs programs and systems.
• Your education and growth in fisheries science statistics data analytics and programming will be actively supported. We strongly encourage continued education that directly enhances your ability to support CFECs mission.
• You will be empowered to innovate refine methods improve workflows strengthen data systems and shape the way fisheries data are analyzed and presented.

Youll work closely with positive supportive and highly competent colleagues who value teamwork professional respect and a healthy worklife balance. Your work will have meaningful impact on agency decision-making regulatory processes and the long-term stewardship of Alaskas fisheries.

The Alaska Department of Fish & Game strives for a diverseandinclusiveworkforcewhere safetyandwell-being are paramountandemployees at all levels promote a culture where everyone is valued treated equitablyandtreated respectfully.

Benefits of joining our team:

CFECs research section encourages autonomy creativity and professional exploration. Although many reports follow annual or seasonal cycles you will have opportunities to pursue specialized research interests develop new programs and take deep dives into Alaskas diverse fisheries.

The working conditions you can expect:

CFECs offices are located inside the Jordan Creek Mall in beautiful Juneau Alaskanear the Mendenhall Glacier. The indoor mall setting offers comfortable break-time walks year-round regardless of weather and you will occasionally travel to our records archive near Lemon Creek. You will work in a quiet professional and team-oriented office with colleagues who value efficiency collaboration and work-life balance

• This position may require occasional travel within the state to meetings and conferences.

Who we are looking for:

• Proficiency with SQL SAS R and/or Python including understanding of database structure querying and program development.
• Ability to independently interpret complex written materials such as statutes regulations management plans and historical records and apply them to analytical tasks.
• Strong statistical reasoning skills with the ability to perform univariate and multivariate analysis and to present trends clearly and accurately.
• Ability to manage time and competing deadlines while maintaining a positive flexible attitude in response to shifting priorities.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships within CFEC and with external agencies such as ADF&G.
• Ability to clearly explain analytical results demographic trends and statistical methods to people from varied socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds including those who may disagree with CFEC practices or policy.

To view the general description and example of duties for a Fishery Analyst please go to the

following link: Qualifications

While no minimum requirements have been established for this position the following qualifications are strongly preferred:

Bachelors degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university including Economics Fisheries Science Statistics Computer Science Marine Policy Quantitative Sciences or Natural Resources.

At least 2 years of relevant work experience in a fisheries management research data analysis economics or analytics.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

If selected please provide the following at the time of the interview:

COVER LETTER

A cover letter is required for this position. Please elaborate on your knowledge skills abilities and experience as they pertain to the desired strengths listed above. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or if unable to attach to your application fax or email it to the contact provided in the job posting. Your cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competences you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university.It is your responsibility to provide such evidence.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application also provide the employers name your job title dates of employment and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting see resume or CV or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.

EEO STATEMENT

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Information

For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager:

Reid Johnson

CFEC Research and Planning Section Supervisor