Lead Observer Coordinator - New England

AIS•Dartmouth, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

AIS is seeking a Lead Coordinator to manage the observer cadre in New England to support the completion of assigned sea days. The position will work throughout the Northeast Coastal region but will be primarily responsible for the New England region. The work schedule will be Monday-Friday including nights and some holidays. The Lead Coordinator is expected to be on call 24 hours a day while working. The position reports to the Program Manager.

Requirements

Must be or be able to be a NMFS Certified Fisheries Observer or qualified to become certified (bachelor’s degree in a biological science, 30 semester hours of biology credits (6 credits focused on marine science and 1 math class)
Must be able to work Monday-Friday including nights, some weekends, and some holidays.
Must be able to lift 50 pounds and drag a 200lb carcass.
Must have a valid driver’s license
Must be proficient with MS Excel and Word
Must have strong organizational and communication skills
Must be motivated, self-sufficient, independent, and a strong team player
Must be able to work efficiently with a strong concern for completeness and accuracy
Must have qualities such as excellent judgment, tactfulness, and high energy
Must be able to work long and odd hours
Must be able to tolerate interrupted sleep to respond to observers/monitors
Must be able to drive him/herself up to 8 hours a day
Must be able to sit and do computer work for up to 8 hours a day
Must be able to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

Logistical coordination experience
Previous fishery observer experience
Familiarity with ADP WorkForce Now
Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Responsibilities

Work remotely at various ports as needed (up to 8 hours at a time) in order to set up trips, communicate with captains and vessel owners, identify vessels that need coverage, and maintain a substantial knowledge about industry activity.
Research fishing and landing effort
Conduct Captain interviews of at least 10% of observer trips per observer
Acting as the observer/monitor’s supervisor to provide support and guidance for all aspects of the observers work experience including but not limited to: coordinating trips between vessels and observers/monitors while considering safety, travel, deployment issues, cost control and scheduling needs
Arranging transportation from ports ranging from North Carolina to Maine including using company issued vehicle to transport observers, gear, etc.
Pre and Post trip support- Ensuring observers/monitors communicate, document and submit all required data, enforcement issues, industry feedback, etc
Assist observer with vessel safety check prior to deployment
Monitor InReach messages
Participate in training sessions
Attend scientific conferences and meetings to present results from program
Update observer web portal and PTNS , must be updated within 2 hours of embark or disembark trip.
Develop understanding of SBRM sea day schedule and process.
Completing sea day trackers, weekly reports, and other reports
Approving weekly observer/monitor timesheet/expenses
Filling out observer evaluations
Accept and assign IFS trips
Must maintain all NEFOP certifications and complete trip trainer trips
Coordinate Biological port samplers
Deploy as an observer as needed and to maintain certification
Perform Biological port sampler duties as needed.
Other duties as assigned by the Program Manager