Shellfish Rehabilitation Science Lead

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Marine Fisheries

Job Classification Title

Conservation Biologist II (NS)

Position Number

60032693

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 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.

Description of Work

This Shellfish Rehabilitation Science Lead provides biological oversight for shellfish rehabilitation programs under the Habitat and Enhancement Section. Duties include supervisory oversight of cultch planting and oyster sanctuary program staff, as well as all data collection for both of those programs. This position will serve as the section’s primary point of contact and dedicated member on all shellfish fishery committees, work groups, and other management initiatives. This position will fill the role as subject matter expert for DMF on all shellfish rehabilitation assessments and will coordinate data collection across multiple field offices.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee all aspects of data collection for two shellfish rehabilitation initiatives
• Supervise two biologists and three field technicians
• Serve as primary point of contact and subject matter expert on shellfish rehabilitation assessments
• Coordinate field data collection across multiple field offices
• Collaborate with internal and external bodies to advance the Division’s shellfish rehabilitation efforts

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range - $63,927 - $63,927

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

The Division of Marine Fisheries

The 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.

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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.

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.

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:

Jennifer Marlowe

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]