Seasonal Public Fishing & Boating Access Site Monitor

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•New Bedford, MA

39d•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping Massachusetts' environmental future. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is the state agency responsible for conserving the state's natural resources. DFG exercises responsibility over the Commonwealth's marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities and provides outdoor recreation opportunities to the public. The Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) serves Massachusetts’ citizens by protecting, restoring, and enhancing fishery resources and their habitats while providing sustainable fisheries-related recreational and commercial opportunities. The Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries seeks applicants for a Seasonal Public Access Site Attendant to perform the following duties:

Requirements

Knowledge of the local area and ability to give directions.
Knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Work and Excel.
Experience compiling data in tabular and graphic form.
Willingness to work under challenging field and weather conditions.
Ability to prepare documents and reports accurately.
Willingness to work outside normal office hours (tidal cycles and weekends).
Ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Monitors public use of DMF’s Craven’s Landing Fishing Access Site (1 Holway Rd Sandwich, MA) on weekends and holidays during peak use periods to prevent illegal and inappropriate uses.
Greets all persons coming onto the site and distributes site rules, regulations, and other pertinent information.
General knowledge of natural resource management principals including familiarity with protected species, recreational fishing and boating, and control of outdoor public facilities.
Assures that only allowed and appropriate uses of the site take place.
Records site use data on appropriate forms and submits data and detail reports after assignments.
Job requires work on all summer weekends and holidays during the period from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Operates a motor vehicle to and from the site.
Performs other tasks related to the public access program as needed.