Coldwater Fisheries Research Coordinator (IF-60033895)

Adult Correction; North Carolina; On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Coldwater Fisheries Research Coordinator (Conservation Biologist II) in the Inland Fisheries Division. This role designs, coordinates, and conducts fisheries research in coldwater streams across western North Carolina and coordinates surveys to deliver technical reports.

It serves as a liaison with state and federal agencies, tribes, universities, and private organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management and 3 years’ related experience.
• Experience in fisheries management and sampling of aquatic resources.
• Strong ability to design and analyze fisheries surveys and generate reports.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with professionals and public.
• Experience operating field and lab equipment used in fisheries science.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and conduct fisheries research in coldwater streams.
• Coordinate surveys and prepare technical reports.
• Serve as liaison with state and federal agencies, tribes, universities, and private groups.
• Travel seasonally across NC and supervise staff as needed.
• Position based at Marion or Balsam depots with a 40-hour week.

Skills

Fisheries research

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Verbal and written communication

Field equipment operation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife or fisheries management

Tools

Field & lab equipment

Job description

About Us

The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state's fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina's fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission is to conserve North Carolina's wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is accepting applications for a Coldwater Fisheries Research Coordinator (Conservation Biologist II) for the Inland Fisheries Division. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission's Inland Fisheries Division manages, conserves, enhances, and restores the State's freshwater fishes, mollusks, crayfish and supporting aquatic habitats through fisheries research, fisheries management, hatchery operation, and habitat conservation.

The Coldwater Fisheries Research Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordinating, and conducting fisheries research and surveys within coldwater and coolwater streams and rivers of North Carolina. The position serves as a liaison between the Commission and other state and federal agencies, tribes, universities, and private organizations, providing technical guidance and information transfer to them. Most activities are conducted in the 34 westernmost counties in North Carolina. Some projects may involve the temporary supervision of one or more conservation technicians, temporary employees, interns, or volunteers.

The schedule associated with this position is Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week. This position has statewide responsibilities and requires seasonal travel. Assignments, work, and projects may be based in any location across the state. This position will be based out of our WRC Marion Depot (McDowell Co) OR the WRC Balsam Depot (Haywood Co).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

RECRUITMENT RANGE: $63,927 - $69,896

• Knowledge of policies and procedures of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission.
• Extensive knowledge of North Carolina's freshwater fisheries, fisheries science and management principles, and techniques used in sampling aquatic resources and their habitats.
• The ability to design, conduct, and analyze fisheries surveys and prepare technical reports.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) to interact effectively with resource professionals and the public.
• Considerable skills and abilities in operating and maintaining field and laboratory equipment used in fisheries science.
• Ability to function independently for work planning, scheduling, procurement, and personnel management.

Special Qualifications / Requirements

• Valid NC Driver's License is required within 90 days of employment.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

*The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer*

The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is committed to maintaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion. NCWRC strives to ensure that all employment practices are implemented in a manner that is equitable to all applicants and employees.