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Subject: [AFS] Position/Fisheries Biologist - REMSA Inc-New York
 
Fisheries Biologist - REMSA Inc
Posted on April 2, 2010
REMSA is looking to expand our port sampling team of fisheries specialists
in the NE United States. Entry Level position available in early May 2010
Data Quality Support Specialist & Fisheries Biologist
Work Schedule: Full time (40 hours), typically Monday-Friday; however
schedules vary based on sample availability
Travel Required: No
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Contact Person: LeShan Witherspoon, [log in to unmask]
Date Available: May 2010
REMSA Inc. ( <http://www.remsainc.com/> http://www.remsainc.com) is seeking
an experienced, highly motivated, and results oriented Fisheries Data
Quality Specialist to fill an immediate opening in Long Island, NY.
Candidates should be familiar with the fisheries' data collection and
reporting procedures and systems set forth by as required of the industry by
state and federal mandates for the Northeast US region. This project assists
in the monitoring of commercially important fish and shellfish species to
ensure that they are being managed appropriately. Prior experience working
with the Northeastern fishery industry, obtaining and examining field
samples, and/or regulations on fisheries monitoring set forth by NMFS is
desirable. Prior experience performing data quality audits and management
tasks is essential. We are looking for team players who can work
independently with minimal supervision towards meeting team goals and
objectives.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The successful candidate will work in support of the enforcement of policies
set forth in the Magnuson-Stevens Fisheries Conservation and Management Act.
As a part of a team of scientists conducting sampling along the Atlantic
coast from Virginia to Maine, you will collect data from commercial and
recreational industry sources to be recorded and analyzed by the Fisheries
Statistics Office. This work requires a variety of skill sets including
knowledge of biological sampling methods to be employed, effective
communication, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and knowledge of field
procedures. The candidate will serve in a project support role, onsite for
our client, within a team structure. The team is responsible for translating
data comparison requests, from the fishing industry, to standard data
reports/responses. The position is in support of new initiatives with
regards to fisheries management allocations in the Northeastern US. The team
achieves these goals by reviewing and auditing submitted fisheries data as
well as performing side by side verifications, from multiple data sets.
Duties in this role include, but are not limited to the following:
Duties in this role include, but are not limited to the following:
. Collection of Weight Samples & Weighout Data from commercial landings.
This requires visits to ports and dealer locations.
. Interview of Vessel Operations to obtain landing & harvest data.
Information is to be collected through personal visits to vessels to
interview owners and operators and through examination of official records
maintained for the vessel.
. Prepare data for upload and processing through the Commercial Data Entry
System (CODES). This includes auditing for completeness and accuracy, coding
for proper entry for data not submitted on standard forms, and organization
of data to follow standard procedures. Communication of any deficiencies is
to be communicated to the proper management personnel.
. Data entry is performed to transmit in the form of a database to upload
into the system for review and use by
. Manually input the desired parameters into database in an efficient manner
being careful that translation from the original form is accurate
. Audit data entered to ensure accuracy and completeness
. Submit audited data on regularly scheduled basis (monthly) for review
. Complete bi-weekly progress reports detailing current information on
progress towards specific goals assigned as well as any news of activities
within the local fishery community for publication and distribution
. Receive and process incoming mail; open, sort, organize, and distribute to
the proper parties on a daily basis and in a timely fashion
. Preparation of data requests for review and response
. Investigate multiple datasets in response to the data requests
. Audit data entered to ensure accuracy and completeness
. Document results of the data investigation to an online system
. Adaptation to changing demands of the project
. Work as a solitary investigator or as part of a team
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to pass a background screening in order to receive security
clearance due to the sensitive nature of this position.
Must be a U.S. citizen
Possession of, or ability to obtain Transportation Workers' Identification
Card (TWIC) card per Homeland Security requirements
Valid Driver's License with Clear Driving Record
Education: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Fisheries/Marine Science or
related field
Experience: 1-2 years in a similar role performing biological sampling and
2-3 years in a similar role processing a high volume of data
. Ability to identify Atlantic ground fish species
. Familiarity with Oracle-based programs and applications
. Ability to write and/or edit SQL scripts
. Database management skills
. Capability to work as a member of a team in order to achieve common goals
. Experience obtaining aging samples from whole specimens
. Ability to travel extensively (typically by car) throughout Massachusetts,
Maine, and New Hampshire on a weekly basis, with occasional trips to other
Atlantic states as required
. Ability to work a non-traditional schedule to accommodate fishing
industry's landing patterns
. Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly
. Ability to stand, stoop, and sit for prolonged periods of time
. Ability and willingness to work in harsh conditions and sometimes
hazardous environments unsupervised while following standard safety
protocols
. Knowledge of fishing industry including equipment used and marine species
is desirable
. Knowledge of databases and the ability to manage and manipulate data
within them. MS Access/Excel is a must, advanced programs are preferred
. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral
. Attention to detail
. Professional appearance and demeanor
. Ability to accurately record and audit data as well as provide QC
. Computer skills including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access,
etc.)
. Flexibility to take on a variety of tasks based on the workload and needs
of the team
. Excellent conflict management and relationship building skills. The
ability to get along with a variety of types of people from different
backgrounds.
. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Access & Excel
. Experience with Oracle based platforms is highly desirable
. Time Management, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills are imperative
. Ability to meet/exceed tight deadlines
. Proficiency and speed in data entry/typing skills are required
. Ability to use office equipment is required
. Ability to learn and follow very precise protocols in order to complete
job functions is a must
BENEFITS:
Full time position with a competitive salary based on experience. Benefits
include: health, dental, life & disability insurance, vacation and sick
leave accrual, 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement.
Application Instructions:
***Incomplete Submissions will not be considered***
In your resume, be sure to include all relevant experience, education, and
skills.Please provide a cover letter outlining why you would be a good fit
for this position and your salary requirements. Have at least 3 professional
references available to be contacted at a later date.
Have a copy of your transcript available for review at a later date.
Please submit materials via email to: [log in to unmask] or FAX to
757.722.4571 Please refer to position title in responses. Please email any
questions about this position to LeShan at: [log in to unmask], or
call 757.722.0113 X16.
Application Deadline Set for April 15, 2010
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