Marine Protected Species Observer & Field Data Specialist

AIS Inc; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vacation & holidays

Lodging & per diem during deployment

Job summary

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is recruiting a protected species observer (PSO) to deploy on a project on the Mystic River in Everett, MA. The PSO will record protected species sightings and implement mitigation measures while stationed on the project barge during daylight hours.

Qualified candidates must hold NMFS PSO approval, BST/GWO/BOSIET training, CPR/First Aid, and a 4-year science degree. Travel and lodging are provided as needed, with AIS benefits after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• STCW BST, GWO or BOSIET training is required.
• CPR/First Aid certification is required.
• A 4-year degree in biological or geophysical sciences is required.
• Physician-certified fitness for sea duty is required, including comfort living in confined spaces and ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Identify marine animals visually and with field equipment.
• Monitor for marine mammals for up to 10 hours in a day.
• Document behavior and essential data; log data in an organized manner.
• Operate field gear: GPS, binoculars, range finder, camera; perform QA/QC checks.
• Attend toolbox, HSE and project meetings as needed.

Skills

STCW BST/GWO/BOSIET training

CPR/First Aid certification

Physician fitness for sea duty

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Ability to live in confined quarters

NMFS PSO and PAM approval

Education

4-year degree in biological or geophysical sciences

Job description

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is recruiting a protected species observer (PSO) to deploy on a project on the Mystic River in Everett, MA. The PSO will record protected species sightings and implement mitigation measures while stationed on the project barge during daylight hours.

Qualified candidates must hold NMFS PSO approval, BST/GWO/BOSIET training, CPR/First Aid, and a 4-year science degree. Travel and lodging are provided as needed, with AIS benefits after 30 days of employment.