Marine Fisheries Biologist

Department Of Environmental Quality

Job Location:

Carteret County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 61545 - 62445

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Marine Fisheries

Job Classification Title

Conservation Biologist II (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC18

About Us

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.

Description of Work

This Marine Fisheries Biologist acts as a data analyst for the Protected Resources Program which includes the North Carolina Observer Program (NCOP). In coordination with the Protected Resources Environmental Program Supervisor I (EPSI) the Biologist will develop execute and maintain data protocols for the NCOP and will use statistical methods to analyze and interpret data collected by the NCOP and other division programs. The Biologist II will work in tandem with other program staff to ensure requirements under the current Incidental Take Permits held by the division are met in a timely and effective manner. The Biologist II will participate in fisheries management activities of the division including development and implementation of fishery management plans and cooperating with other federal state and regional agencies. The Biologist must be able to work in a dynamic and team-oriented environment must have strong organizational skills the ability to work with the public and technical staff and be able to multi-task and balance competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities:
Conducts data analysis and interpretation of results
Responsible for data monitoring and management
Contributes to fisheries management activities
Serves as lead or co-lead for program written reports

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range: $61545 - $62445

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

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 Council the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the National Shellfish Sanitation Program. Click here to learn more about the Division of Marine Fisheries.

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Minimum Education and Experience

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree in wildlife or fisheries management fisheries science zoology or a biological science or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in wildlife or fisheries management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Pamela Winslow

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AgencyDept of Environmental QualityDivisionMarine FisheriesJob Classification TitleConservation Biologist II (NS)Position NumberGradeNC18About UsThe primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health an...