Fisheries Resource Specialist

Department Of Environmental Quality

Job Location:

Carteret County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 61545 - 62445

Posted on: 20 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 will be responsible for the review of development projects in the northern coastal counties from the Virginia state line south through Carteret County. The position reviews permit applications for potential impacts to estuarine or marine fish habitat fish or fisheries and submits written comments on behalf of the Division of Marine Fisheries to the appropriate agencies. The position will assess site conditions through review of literature biological data and resource maps as well as conduct field investigations. Typical documents to review include applications for Division of Coastal Management (DCM) CAMA major permits Division of Water Resources (DWR) 401 water quality certifications US Army Corps of Engineers (COE) public notices and Environmental Impact Statements. Experience reviewing such environmental permit applications and thoughtfully communicating with applicants will be important. This positions role in coordination with other state and federal agencies and participation in permit-related meetings including pre-application and project development team meetings helps ensure consistent outcomes for both applicants and fishery resources. This position will also assist with updating the Coastal Habitat Protection Plan and habitat sections of Fishery Management Plans. The position will occasionally assist with mapping and monitoring of seagrass and shell bottom habitats along with other implementation actions of the coastal habitat protection plan. This position may involve the use of GIS and small boat operation as part of habitat evaluations and prior experience with GIS and small boat operation is beneficial.

Key Responsibilities:
Review environmental permit applications and provide comments based on impacts to NCDMF managed species and habitats
Review and apply scientific literature to permit reviews
Conduct site visits and field investigations to assess environmental conditions within project areas
Coordinate with other state and federal agencies and participate in permit-related meetings
Assist with updating the Coastal Habitat Protection Plan and Fishery Management Plans
Assist with coastal habitat mapping fieldwork

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.

Management Preferences:

possess a valid drivers license

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...