Salary: $59,752.00 - $104,566.00 Annually
Location : Dare County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 24-14169 DMF60032560
Department: Dept of Environmental Quality
Division: Marine Fisheries
Opening Date: 11/12/2024
Closing Date: 12/2/2024 5:00 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Conservation Biologist II
Position Number: 60032560
Section: Fisheries Management
Work Location: Manteo, NC
Salary Grade: NC18
Recruitment Range: $59,752 - $62,445
Description of WorkAre you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference?
DEQ has an open opportunity for a
Marine Fisheries Biologist.DMF 60032560
NC18
*This is a REPOST of position 60032560.Previous applicants MUST REAPPLY to be considered. *This
Marine Fisheries Biologist is responsible for designing, conducting, and evaluating scientifically sound projects that address fishery management needs for the Manteo Field Office of the Division of Marine Fisheries. The Biologist is responsible for data analysis, preparation and review of technical reports, preparation, and review of grant proposals for funding from state and federal sources and recommending management actions for finfish resources. The Biologist will participate in state fishery management activities and work with other state and regional agencies. The Biologist will support fishery management plan development and revision by identifying and analyzing management issues, serving on plan development teams, and acting as staff lead on one or more fishery management plans. The Biologist will ensure project goals are met and procedures followed for fishery-independent research projects involving the use of gill nets, trawls, seines, longlines, and other gears. The biologist will supervise three or more fisheries technicians. The biologist will prioritize and schedule biological sampling activities, conduct performance evaluations, respond to public inquiries, participate in public meetings and hearings, and promote good relationships with the fishing public. The Biologist will participate in field sampling and will operate trucks, boats with outboard motors, trailer boats, and use various types of sampling equipment. Strong oral and written communication skills are required for dealing with the public and colleagues.
Key Responsibilities: - Design and oversee monitoring programs, participate in monitoring surveys, analyze, and interpret data, and make management recommendations for marine fish resources.
- Participate in the fisheries management activities of the Division, including development and implementation of fishery management plans and cooperate with other state and regional agencies.
- Provide supervision for three or more technicians in the Manteo Field Office to ensure Division projects, federal projects, and program goals and objectives are met.
- Present analyses and trends of data graphically in written reports and at meetings.
- Attend meetings with other state and federal management agencies and respond to public inquiries from recreational and commercial fishing groups and the public.
- Analyze and interpret data collected from various fishery monitoring programs and be familiar with quantitative stock assessment methodology, survey design, and biostatistical analysis.
The Division of Marine FisheriesThe North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is responsible for the stewardship of the state's marine and estuarine resources. The DMF's 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.
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 Carolina's 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 public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's 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 state's 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 Quality for more information.
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Recruitment Range: $59,752
- $62,445
This position is in: Dare County, NC, Manteo
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesThe 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 Application and Addressing Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesTo qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following: - Experience with fisheries science and/or fisheries management.
- Experience with commercial and/or recreational fisheries.
- Experience writing technical and/or scientific documents.
- Boat operation experience.
Applicants who were born after January 1, 1988, must be in compliance with the requirements for boating safety education, General Statute 75A-16.2.
Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsSome 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details.Bachelor's 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.
Supplemental and Contact InformationThe North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, 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 Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-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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NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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To qualify for this position, applicants must possess the required "Minimum Education and Experience" AND all "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" listed on the job posting. I understand that my application MUST include a complete work history in the "Work Experience" section, all education in the "Education" section, and credentials in the "Certificates and Licenses" section. I understand that a resume is NOT a substitute for completing the sections listed above.
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The physical location for this position will be in Manteo, North Carolina. I am aware that if offered this position, I will be required to physically work in Manteo, NC?
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The recruiting range for this position is limited to $59,752 - $62,445. I am aware that if offered this position, that the maximum salary offer will be limited to $62,445.
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