Introduction
Natural Resource Biologist IV (Recreational Fishery Data Coordinator)
GRADE
STD0017
LOCATION OF POSITION
Annapolis, Maryland (Anne Arundel County)
Main Purpose of Job
This position will be responsible for the development and implementation of a recreational data
collection program focused on collecting recreational fishing effort and harvest data as well as
biological data. Data collection methodology will be statistically sound so that it can be used in
fisheries stock assessments along with commercial fisheries data. This position will conduct
outreach with recreational and for-hire anglers to determine the best and most effective way to
obtain data as well as inform anglers on the importance of collecting this data. The incumbent
will also work with the Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program, NOAA’s Office of
Science and Technology, and other partner agencies to design a data collection system
complementary to and consistent with ongoing recreational surveys.
POSITION DUTIES
The Department of Natural Resources, Fishing and Boating Services, is currently accepting applications for a Recreational Fishery Data Coordinator (Natural Resource Biologist IV). This position will be responsible for the development and implementation of a recreational fishery data collection program focused on collecting recreational fishing effort and harvest data as well as associated biological data of fish released and harvested. This position will conduct outreach with recreational and for-hire anglers to determine the best and most effective way to obtain data as well as inform anglers on the importance of collecting this data. The position will also work with the Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program, NOAA’s Office of Science and Technology, and other partner agencies to design a data collection system complementary to and consistent with on going recreational surveys. As the Recreational Fishery Data Coordinator, this position will be responsible for developing possible regulations to carry out a recreational fishery effort and harvest data collection program.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
Four years of professional experience conducting research and analysis in the
fields of biology, biochemistry, environmental science, natural science,
natural resources management, botany, marine biology, marine ecology, physical
oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries management, wildlife management or zoology
and five years of experience in performing professional biological work
in the field of natural resources management.
Notes:
1. Candidates
may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s degree in biology, environmental
aquaculture, natural science, natural resources management, botany, marine
biology, marine ecology or physical oceanography, ichthyology, fisheries
management, wildlife management, zoology, or a natural resources management
related field of study from an accredited college or university and five years
of experience in performing professional biological work in the field of
natural resources management for the required experience.
2.
Candidates may substitute graduate education beyond a Bachelor's degree from an
accredited college or university in a natural resources related field of study
as described above at the rate of 15 graduate credit hours for one year
of experience for up to two years of the required experience.
3. Candidates
may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned
officer in the natural resources management and biological sciences
classifications or natural resources management and biological sciences
specialty codes in the wildlife biology field of work on a year-for-year
basis for the required experience.
SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS
- 1 Year experience working with commercial and/or recreational fishery data.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working with natural resource electronic data collection systems is preferred.
- Experience with natural resource stakeholder engagement, outreach and/or customer service is preferred.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your minimum qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year. For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online application is strongly preferred. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire to: Department of Natural Resources, Human Resources, 580 Taylor Avenue, C-3 Annapolis, MD 21401. The Human Resources unit is not responsible for applications sent to any other address.
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application.
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management at Application.Help@maryland.gov ; ATTN: Recruitment and Examination Division. Please note, standard business hours for the help desk are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Inquiries made after hours will be reviewed the following business day.
If you need to make adjustments to a submitted application before the announcement deadline or if you have general inquiries regarding this recruitment, please contact Alexandra Gast at Alexandra.gast@maryland.gov
Supplemental materials and/or edits to your application will not be accepted once the announcement deadline has passed. Candidates will only be able to submit an application once, so it is extremely important that you are following the application instructions.
Please provide ample time to complete the application template. If you are having technical difficulties submitting an application on the day of the deadline, it is strongly advised that you complete the JobAps physical application template and hand deliver to DNR - HRS at 580 Taylor Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21401 before 4:30 p.m. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources cannot guarantee that late submissions, as a result of technical difficulties, will be accepted.
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Candidates with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
