Social Research Specialist Position Available In [Unknown county], North Carolina

Are you passionate about the environment and want to make a difference? DEQ has an open opportunity for a Social Research Specialist.

DMF 60032550 NC 13

This Social Research Specialist’s position is located in the Fisheries Economics Program of the License and Statistics section. The primary purpose of the position is to identify grant opportunities for social and economic data collectio n , development and implementation of survey instruments and performance of data analysis to help management make timely and informed decisions for Marine Fisheries programs and regulations. The position identifies novel social science research methodologies used in the analysis of social and economic data and performs interviews and administers surveys to collect data that are used as inputs in economic analyses. The position identifies and applies for grant opportunities, collects data, analyses data, and summarizes data for State and Federally managed species.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify grant opportunities for social and economic collection data Development and implementation of survey instruments to collect social and economic data Research new social science research methodologies used in the analysis of social and economic data Perform field interviews and administer surveys to collect data that are used as inputs in economic analyses Describe and illustrate complex data and social concepts to various audiences Conduct analyses using current social science methodologies 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 .

The NC Department of Environmental Quality:

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 leading 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. Please visit our website at the Department of Environmental Quality for more information. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. While the position is currently located in: Carteret County

• 3441 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC; The physical duty station may be located in any of the below field offices: Manteo, NC
• 1021 Driftwood Drive Elizabeth City, NC
• 100 Kitty Hawk Lane Washington, NC
• 943 Washington Square Mall, Hwy 17 Wilmington, NC
• 127 Cardinal Drive Extension The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities listed below, along with the Minimum Education and Experience requirements, are

REQUIRED

to qualify for this position. Resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of Experience and Education listed on the application. To qualify for this position, applicants must document on the application that they possess ALL the following: Experience conducting research. Experience collecting and/or summarizing data. Experience conveying technical and non-technical information with staff and/or the public through reports, presentations, or other written documentation.

Management Preferences:

Experience with grant applications and management. Experience with statistical software including but not limited to Excel, R, SPSS, STATA, Python. Working knowledge of social, economic research survey design, data analytics, and report writing. 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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the field assigned to the position from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. DEQ uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to their applications. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an official transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. If applicants earned a foreign degree, foreign degrees require an official evaluation for U.S. equivalency and must be submitted to Human Resources for verification. There are several organizations that perform this specialized service, feel free to use any service of your choosing. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) has several options on their website that can provide credential verification: https://www.naces.org/members Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click “Application Status.” If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Barbara Byrd at 252-515-5463 or barbara.byrd@deq.nc.gov . For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627.