Aquatic Habitation Restoration Specialist- Westborough, MA

Organization: Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife

Job Title: Aquatic Habitation Restoration Specialist

Location: Westborough, MA

Hours and Compensation: salary $50,476.66 to $67,566.98

Application Deadline: December 31, 2011

Posted on: Nov 16

Description:

Develop watershed-based fisheries management plans. Analyze and report fisheries information collected through standardized fisheries surveys in the context of land use and natural variability to protect important fishery resources and naturally functioning aquatic habitats. Set priorities for field studies, GIS analysis, database management, write detailed reports, present and defend study results and recommendations at public meetings; coordinate with other department personnel, state and federal agencies; participate with professional organizations and others to identify emerging strategies for improving the section’s effectiveness at protecting or restoring aquatic habitat; and develop and maintain an understanding of Massachusetts’ law as it pertains to instream flow and water management.

Qualifications/Skills:

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, para-professional or technical experience in marine biology or fisheries management work, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity and of which (C) at least one year must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor’s degree with a major in marine, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management; marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*

II. A Graduate degree with a major in marine, fisheries or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management, marine science or oceanography may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:The applicant must have a complete understanding of fisheries science. The applicant must also be skilled in the use of GIS, database development and statistical applications; have experience making oral presentations; be proficient with statistical methods, experimental design, and Microsoft Office software. The applicant must be able to independently design and implement field studies and prepare detailed reports, work effectively with other department personnel, other agencies, and stakeholders in sometimes contentious situations.

How to Apply:

e mail: [email protected]

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