Aquatic Biologist II
Agency Name:
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Dept. of Fish and Game
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Official Title:
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Aquatic Biologist II
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Functional Title:
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Diadromous Fish Biologist
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Occupational Group:
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Biological Science
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Position Type:
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Civil Service
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Full-Time or Part-Time:
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Full-Time
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Salary Range:
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$46,093.06 to $61,077.12 Annually
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Bargaining Unit:
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09
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Shift:
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Day
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Confidential:
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No
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Number Of Vacancies:
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1
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City/Town:
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Gloucester
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Region:
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NORTHEAST
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Facility Location:
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Division of Marine Fisheries Annisquam River Marine 30 Emerson Avenue Gloucester, MA. 01930
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Application Deadline:
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11-11-2011
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Apply Online:
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No
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Posting ID:
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J27734
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This position is funded from the Commonwealth's annual operating budget.
Duties:
1. Assists with the development of fish passage and habitat restoration projects on Massachusetts coastal streams, primarily in the vicinity of Boston and the North Shore.
2. Serves on the ASMFC Sturgeon Technical Committee and the Merrimack River Technical Committee.
3. Provides budgeting and long-term planning for anadromous fish passage construction projects and diadromous research projects.
4. Implements all facets of an American shad stocking program: research and planning, coordination with USFWS, capture of brood stock, coordination with hatcheries, permitting, and coordination of required staff during stocking periods.
5. Supervises seasonal employees assigned to diadromous fish projects on the North Shore.
6. Assists rainbow smelt population monitoring and restoration project and leads North Shore field efforts.
7. Conducts biological and habitat monitoring related to diadromous fish populations.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years of
full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, para-professional or
technical experience in marine biology or fisheries management work, of
which (B) at least one year must have been in a professional capacity,
or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the
substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor’s degree with a major in marine, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management; marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*
II. A Graduate degree with a major in marine, fisheries or, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management; marine science or oceanography may be substituted for one year of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*
*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor’s degree with a major in marine, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management; marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*
II. A Graduate degree with a major in marine, fisheries or, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management; marine science or oceanography may be substituted for one year of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*
*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
Preferred Qualifications:
1.
Enhanced ability to plan and direct project activities that provide
information and services essential to effective anadromous fisheries
restoration and management.
2. Application of Access and ArcView software to project data processing and reporting.
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3. Possession of a current Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Job may require irregular work hours.
2. Application of Access and ArcView software to project data processing and reporting.
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3. Possession of a current Massachusetts Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. Job may require irregular work hours.
Comments:
This
is a Civil Service position. This positions serves as the diadromous
fish biologist for the Boston and North Shore areas. This position is
funded through dedicated monies generated by the new Massachusetts
recreational saltwater permit.
How To Apply:
All
applications must be made in writing, consisting of a cover letter
making specific reference to this particular announcement, a current
resume with references and a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application
for Employment form, which can be found on the Executive Office of
Environmental Affairs web site at http://www.state.ma.us/envir/,
select the link Employment, then EOEA employment application or you may
request a copy be sent to you. All applications must be received no
later than 5:00 PM on the Monday following the deadline date.
How to apply:
Mail cover letter and resume to:
Peter Burke, Personnel Officer
Department Of Fish And Game
251 Causeway Street - Suite 400
Boston, Massachusetts 02114
Telephone #: (617) 626-1562
Fax #: (617) 626-1505
How to apply:
Mail cover letter and resume to:
Peter Burke, Personnel Officer
Department Of Fish And Game
251 Causeway Street - Suite 400
Boston, Massachusetts 02114
Telephone #: (617) 626-1562
Fax #: (617) 626-1505
Agency Web Address:
Diversity Officer:
Mr. Peter Burke, (617) 626-1562
An
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities,
veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to
apply.
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