Aquatic Biologist III
Agency Name:
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Dept. of Fish and Game
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Official Title:
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Aquatic Biologist III
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Functional Title:
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MRIP Coordinator
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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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$50,476.66 to $67,566.98 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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New Bedford
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Region:
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SOUTHEAST
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Facility Location:
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Division of Marine Fisheries Quest Campus 1213 Purchase Street new Bedford, Ma 02740
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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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J27727
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This position is funded from the Commonwealth's annual operating budget.
Duties:
1.
The coordination of all program activities as required to implement the
statistical sampling protocols of the MRIP survey of anglers on shore,
private/rental boats, and charter and head bats.
2. the hiring and supervision of 9-12 part-time (seasonal) and full-time contracted employees who will be responsible for survey sampling as well as providing educational materials, answering questions and collecting feedback from the public.
3. Participation in all meetings, calls and discussions as they relate to survey design, results and administration.
4. The production of monthly, wave-based and/or annual reports, which include species-specific recreational catch information for dissemination to agency staff, fishery managers, and the general public.
5. Conducts analyses to characterize Massachusetts recreational saltwater fishing activity on spatial and temporal scales.
6. Supplies recreational catch/harvest data for stock assessments.
7. Serves as Massachusetts' representative to the ACCSP Recreational Technical Committee.
8. Serves as liaison to the NMFS MRIP Team and MRIP contractor.
2. the hiring and supervision of 9-12 part-time (seasonal) and full-time contracted employees who will be responsible for survey sampling as well as providing educational materials, answering questions and collecting feedback from the public.
3. Participation in all meetings, calls and discussions as they relate to survey design, results and administration.
4. The production of monthly, wave-based and/or annual reports, which include species-specific recreational catch information for dissemination to agency staff, fishery managers, and the general public.
5. Conducts analyses to characterize Massachusetts recreational saltwater fishing activity on spatial and temporal scales.
6. Supplies recreational catch/harvest data for stock assessments.
7. Serves as Massachusetts' representative to the ACCSP Recreational Technical Committee.
8. Serves as liaison to the NMFS MRIP Team and MRIP contractor.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) four 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 two years must have been in a professional capacity and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (D) 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 wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management, marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of 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.
Applicants must have at least (A) four 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 two years must have been in a professional capacity and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (D) 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 wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management, marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of 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.
Knowledge of survey methodology and the Marine Recreational INformation
Program (formerly the Marine Recreational Fishery Statistical survey).
2. Knowledge of sampling design and techniques and statistical analysis.
3. Knowledge of GIS and the R statistical package.
4. Proven ability to work independently with little supervision.
5. Ability to speak effectively at public and technical meetings and to prepare clear and concise written technical reports.
6. ability to work collaboratively with other technical staff, contractors, government agencies and the public.
7. experience with the coordination and budgeting of large projects.
8. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
2. Knowledge of sampling design and techniques and statistical analysis.
3. Knowledge of GIS and the R statistical package.
4. Proven ability to work independently with little supervision.
5. Ability to speak effectively at public and technical meetings and to prepare clear and concise written technical reports.
6. ability to work collaboratively with other technical staff, contractors, government agencies and the public.
7. experience with the coordination and budgeting of large projects.
8. Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Comments:
This
is a Civil Service position. The individual in this position will
implement and coordinate all statewide sampling for the newly expanded
MA Marine Fisheries Recreational Information Program and serve as
primary data analyst. New legislation that mandates a saltwater permit
warrants the enhanced collection of recreational fisheries catch and
effort data.
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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