Marine Fisheries Biologist Position Available In Pasquotank, North Carolina

Marine Fisheries Biologist 
Salary $50,633.00 – $51,373.00 Annually Location Pasquotank County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-05391 DMF60032723 Department Dept of Environmental Quality Division Marine Fisheries Opening Date 04/23/2025 Closing Date 4/30/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Conservation Biologist I Position Number 60032723 Section Fisheries Management Salary Grade

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Description of Work Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference? DEQ has an open opportunity for a Marine Fisheries Biologist. DMF 60032723 NC14 This Marine Fisheries Biologist will serve as the lead for coordinating long-term monitoring programs for finfish and crustaceans in the Albemarle Sound Area. The employee will ensure that project goals are met, and procedures are followed for fishery dependent and independent research sampling programs. Employee will be responsible for extensive data QA/QC. Employee will serve in a supervisory role with duties including hiring, evaluation, work plan development, career growth, and weekly work assignments. A valid driver’s license is required.

Key Responsibilities:

Statistically analyze dependent and independent data collected from sampling programs to restore, maintain, and enhance the commercial and recreational fisheries of the state of North Carolina particularly in the Albemarle Sound and coastal area.
Responsible for data analysis, preparation and review of technical reports, preparation of grant proposals for funding from federal and state sources and recommending management actions for finfish resources.
Participate in state management activities, as well as cooperate with other regional agencies in the management of the state’s commercial and recreational fisheries.
Prioritize and schedule biological sampling activities, conduct performance evaluations for subordinates, respond to public inquiries, participate in public meetings and hearings, and promote good relationships with the fishing public.
Must be able to work in a dynamic and team-oriented environment, must have strong organization skills, the ability to work with the public and technical staff, and the ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities.
Operate trucks, boats with outboard engines and trailer boats. 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.