Dockside Sampler

Use SRH Oracle to enter, store, validate, and edit data.

Data will need to be entered, checked and validated on a daily basis.

Bio samples will need to be entered, checked and validated on a daily basis.

Assist the staff in the Fisheries Ecosystems Division with data entry and processing as necessary.

Completion report due Weekly

All products shall be provided to the Chief, Catch Validation and Biosampling Branch

Analytical Support: Experienced and proficient with Microsoft software, Oracle and relational databases to summarize landings and effort estimates, data QA/QA, compliance monitoring and analysis of sensitive data.

Assist in tracking vessel reporting compliance and reconciling vessel reporting issues, including contacting captains or vessel staff for missing Trip Reports.

Update and submit Head boat Activity Reports (HARs) on a weekly basis in accordance with protocols.

Review weekly late trip report list and hold list with attention to vessels of responsibility.

Develops and reviews reports.

Completion of vessel activity report due weekly. Review compliance report weekly

All required documentation shall be provided to the Chief, Catch Validation and Biosampling Branch

Research Activities Support: Participate in various surveys and related research projects in the field and laboratory.

Participate in various surveys and related research projects in the field and laboratory. Work products based on the manning schedule for survey scientific support. All required documentation shall be provided to the Chief, Catch Validation and Biosampling Branch

Work products based on the manning schedule for survey scientific support.

Outreach and Education: The Contractor shall participate in public outreach efforts by assisting, meeting with fishermen, and participating in public events to educate the public about SRHA and fisheries management in the region.

Participate in public outreach efforts. Report due within 7 days after the event or within confines of report request Information related to outreach and education shall be provided to the SEFSC Outreach Coordinator.

Report due within 7 days after the event or within confines of report request

Information related to outreach and education shall be provided to the SEFSC Outreach Coordinator.

Scientific Meetings: The Contractor may be required to prepare for and present, facilitate, or participate in various position related workshops, scientific meetings, symposiums, and public forms. Events consist of, but are not limited to the following:

Stock assessment data workshops

Fishery Management Council Meetings

Port Agent Annual Meetings.

Prepare for and present, facilitate, or participate as required.

Report due Within 7 days after the event

Information related to scientific meetings shall be provided to the Chief, Catch Validation and Biosampling Branch

Expert knowledge of Southeast U.S. Atlantic marine fish identification.

BS Degree in Marine Science or a related field of study plus three (3) years of relevant experience.

Knowledge of applying basic concepts, principles and methodologies of data management and analysis of fishery data. Perform statistical analysis and provide results in presentation or report form.

Proficient in the use of fish, invertebrate, and protected species identification books and keys; computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics programs.

Experience collecting catch and effort information from recreational fishermen

Knowledge of collection of routine biological samples (lengths, age structures, gonads, etc.) from marine fish.

Salary range is $30 - $40 per hour, dependent upon experience.

Saltwater Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace culture to attract the best talent and allow each member of our team to achieve their full potential and maximum productivity. Furthermore, Saltwater Inc. highly encourages qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans to apply for positions for which they are qualified and to notify us if there are any needs for accommodation throughout the application process and/or upon hire.

Only qualified applicants with the requisite experience need to apply.