Fisheries Observer - Groton, CT

AIS Inc; New London (CT); In loco; USD 34.000 - 55.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

AIS Inc. is recruiting a fisheries observer in Groton, CT to use side scan sonar and operate a fish startle system. The observer will record sightings before, during, and after blasting operations, typically about 8 hours daily.

The project is short-term, beginning Nov 7, 2026, and lasting one to two days. Responsibilities include vessel-based observations, pre-blast fish deterrent activation, post-blast fish assessment, and data recording with GPS and camera gear.

Competenze

• STCW BST, GWO or BOSIET or equivalent training.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Physician's fitness for sea duty: no chronic motion sickness, able to live in confined quarters, tolerate stress, lift up to 30 pounds, monitor waters up to 4 hours at a time (max 12 hours/24h).
• PSO course/training certificate.
• NMFS approval letter for PSO.
• Real ID approved identification.
• Eligibility to work in the US.
• College degree (B.S. or higher) in marine biology or related field.
• Field experience including field research identifying Massachusetts marine fish species.

Mansioni

• Work from a vessel platform to observe fish presence using visual observations and echosounder.
• Use fish startle equipment for 15 minutes prior to each blast.
• Search for dead or injured fish for 30 minutes after each blast using surface and underwater sonar.
• Determine blasting conditions based on field observations.
• Act as a marine mammal observer when needed.
• Record data on standardized forms and self-audit before submission.
• Operate and maintain field equipment including Garmin GPS, binoculars, range finder, and camera.

Conoscenze

Objectivity

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in marine biology or related field

PSO course/training

NMFS approved PSO

Descrizione del lavoro

Primary Function:

AIS is recruiting a fisheries observer to utilize side scan sonar to detect fish and to operate a fish startle system (training will be provided) and record any fish observed at the surface before, during and after operations deepening vessel berthing areas in Groton, CT. It is anticipated that the fisheries observer will conduct observations and operate the fish startle system for approximately 8 hours per day. The project is expected to begin on November 7, 2026, and last one or two days.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work from a vessel platform and utilize visual observations and echosounder to determine if schools of fish are present in blasting area prior to blasting activities occurring.
• Use fish startle equipment for 15 minutes prior to each blast.
• Search for dead or injured fish for 30 minutes after each blast visually at the surface and underwater using fish finding sonar equipment.
• Responsible for determining when the conditions are favorable for blasting based on fishery observations conducted in the field.
• Act as a marine mammal observer as needed.
• Accurately record data on standardized forms associated with daily sighting activities, as well as self-audit data prior to submission.
• Operate and maintain field equipment including Garmin GPS, binoculars with reticles, range finder, and high-resolution digital camera with video capabilities.

Compensation:

Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates’ depth of experience. This is a part–time position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have current STCW Basic Safety Training (BST), GWO or BOSIET or equivalent training.
• Must have current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Must be certified by a physician as fit for sea duty including:
  • Not be susceptible to chronic motion sickness
  • Ability to live in confined quarters
  • Ability to tolerate stress
  • Ability to lift objects up to 30 pounds
  • Ability to vigilantly monitor waters surrounding observation platform/vessel for up to 4 hours at a time and not more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period.
• Must have passed an approved PSO course/training and provide certificate
• Must be NMFS approved PSO (must provide NMFS approval letter)
• Must possess a current real ID approved identification
• objectivity
• Must have proof of eligibility to work within the US.
• College degree (B.S. or higher) in marine biology or related field.
• Field experience including:
  • Field research in identifying Massachusetts marine fish species

Travel:

Mileage to and from the project site will be reimbursed at the government mileage rate.

Locations:

• Groton, CT

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