Seasonal Recreational Fisheries Technician - Contracted Seasonal Employees
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 Recreational Fisheries Technician to perform the following duties:
Requirements
- Ability to identify marine fish and invertebrates common in Massachusetts' coastal waters.
- Experience working on fishing vessels and small craft with common sampling tools.
- Knowledge of computer software applications including Microsoft Office Suite.
- Experience filling data forms in the field and compiling data in tabular and graphical form.
- Ability to interact favorably with the angling public, boat crews and captains.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including some weekends, to accommodate sea sampling trips.
- Ability to handle heavy specimens (up to 40 lbs) and work in wet and/or cold environments.
Responsibilities
- Collects biological samples for aging, demographic, economic, and fisheries data in coastal waters and on shore, including work on small craft in bays and estuaries, research vessels and "for hire" recreational vessels.
- Records data on appropriate forms or electronically on tablets, and self - audits data before submission.
- Records and organizes data including computer coding and data entry for computer analysis.
- Operates and maintains field equipment including motor vehicles, small craft and trailers, and sampling gear.
- Assists with Striped bass tagging aboard contracted vessels.
- Assists with other Division of Marine Fisheries' projects and conducts research when time permits.
Benefits
- earned sick leave
- Comprehensive Benefits When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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