Marine Protected Species Observer – Field Data & Safety

AIS Inc; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is recruiting protected species observers to monitor nearshore zones during daylight hours for pile-driving operations. Position starts early 2027 for about 15 months, full-time with AIS benefits.

Work will be based near Newport, RI, with an hourly wage to be negotiated and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holidays. Requirements include BST/GWO/BOSIET safety training, CPR/First Aid, a 4-year science degree, NMFS PSO

Qualifications

• BST/GWO/BOSIET or equivalent safety training.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• 4-year degree in biological or geophysical sciences.
• Physically fit for sea duty and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Must possess NMFS PSO certification and real ID.

Responsibilities

• Identify marine animals visually from observation locations.
• Monitor for marine mammal detections for up to 10 hours in a 24-hour period.
• Document behavior and collect essential data.
• Log data in an organized manner and perform QA/QC checks.
• Operate field equipment and attend daily meetings as needed.

Skills

Marine observation

Data logging

Field equipment operation

Education

Biological or geophysical sciences degree

Tools

Garmin GPS

Binoculars w/ reticles

BigEye binoculars

Range finder

HD video camera

Job description

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is recruiting protected species observers to monitor nearshore zones during daylight hours for pile-driving operations. Position starts early 2027 for about 15 months, full-time with AIS benefits.

Work will be based near Newport, RI, with an hourly wage to be negotiated and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holidays. Requirements include BST/GWO/BOSIET safety training, CPR/First Aid, a 4-year science degree, NMFS PSO