Fisheries Data Entry Clerk, Kings Park, NY

Cornell Cooperative Extension • New York, NY

17d • Onsite

About The Position

As a New York Marine Fisheries Data Entry Clerk, the candidate will assist with the organization, quality, and entry of marine fisheries data associated with the New York implementation of Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program (ACCSP) programs and standards. This role serves as a member of the Marine Program, responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of an ongoing fisheries project. The individual represents Cornell Cooperative Extension's Marine Program to the public, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell University as part of program delivery. This position is funded by several state and federal grants. The Technician will work as a team member with existing Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) staff, including fisheries specialists, educators, and technicians, and will receive direction and guidance on daily work activities from a Supervisor.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent education.
• Experience related to the role of the position.
• Ability to communicate daily activities, program progress, and production to Supervisor.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional tools and methods and electronic technology (e.g., video, audio, computers, etc.).
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow procedures and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficient with windows-based software, including the use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate Supervisor.
• Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
• Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in fisheries and fisheries management.
• Experience in R or SQL coding.
• Ability to work alone with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Work with state seafood dealers and harvesters, as well as state, federal, and ACCSP staff, to implement the ACCSP Standard Atlantic Information System (SAFIS) for online electronic Dealer Reporting and Electronic Vessel Trip Reporting for commercial catch and effort data.
• Perform QA/QC of submitted Vessel Trip Reports (VTRs) for completeness of marine fisheries data; contact permitted harvesters to obtain missing information.
• Enter marine fisheries data from VTRs into an established database.
• Promote online reporting to NY’s commercial harvesters and dealers; provide training when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED