Fisheries Biologist II (Electronic Reporting Support)

AIS•Miami, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is seeking a Fisheries Biologist II (Electronic Reporting Support) to support the NOAA SEFSC Fisheries Statistics Division (FSD). This role focuses on the distribution, receipt, quality control, and finalization of commercial fishermen's logbooks for Highly Migratory Species and Coastal Fisheries. Additionally, the position will lead the implementation and testing of the SEFSC Fisheries Electronic Reporting System (FERS). Responsibilities include data analysis using SQL and statistical software, supporting training and outreach efforts, and presenting FERS-related information at management and scientific meetings.

Requirements

BS Degree plus three (3) years of relevant experience.
Computer literate and experienced with common word processing, database, and statistical programs.
Knowledge of basic concepts, principles, and methodologies of fish or related biological fields sufficient to independently perform scientific tasks using standard methods.
Experience with SQL and statistical programs such as SAS or R.
Must be able to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

MS Degree in Marine Science or a related field
Experience collecting catch and effort information from commercial fishers.

Responsibilities

Distribute logbooks via U.S. mail to existing and new permit holders, ensuring correct logbook type.
Process incoming logbooks, including stamping, organizing, coding, assigning schedule numbers, checking compliance, and preparing for scanning.
Validate post-scanning data and correct errors by contacting permit holders via phone or mail.
Monitor permit holder phone line daily and respond to inquiries within 4 business days.
Generate PINs and send FERS registration instructions to requesting permit holders via U.S. mail weekly.
Test new versions of the eTrips application within 14 calendar days of release.
Query and analyze logbook data using SQL, SAS, or R to develop and improve QA/QC and validation processes for electronic reporting.
Extract and summarize data from electronic reporting for comparison to standard reporting, producing reports within 7 calendar days of request.
Participate in public outreach events and assist government staff with electronic logbook training sessions for new hires.
Present FERS information at Fishery Management Council meetings, ACCSP/GFIN working group meetings, HMS Advisory Panel meetings, and electronic reporting conferences and symposia.
Submit all presentations for approval 5 days prior to any meeting or conference.