Shellfish Rehabilitation Science Lead
About The Position
This Shellfish Rehabilitation Science Lead provides biological oversight for shellfish rehabilitation programs under the Habitat and Enhancement Section. Duties include supervisory oversight of cultch planting and oyster sanctuary program staff, as well as all data collection for both of those programs. This position will serve as the section’s primary point of contact and dedicated member on all shellfish fishery committees, work groups, and other management initiatives. This position will fill the role as subject matter expert for DMF on all shellfish rehabilitation assessments and will coordinate data collection across multiple field offices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management, fisheries science, zoology, or a biological science, or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience in wildlife or fisheries management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all aspects of data collection for two shellfish rehabilitation initiatives
- Supervise two biologists and three field technicians
- Serve as primary point of contact and subject matter expert on shellfish rehabilitation assessments
- Coordinate field data collection across multiple field offices
- Collaborate with internal and external bodies to advance the Division’s shellfish rehabilitation efforts
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- variety of leave options
- professional development opportunities
- insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
