Fishery Biologist

Position Description

Develop Fishery Management Documents

• Participate in teams to produce fishery management documents that are in compliance with applicable laws including having all sections ready when needed
• Write sections of fishery management documents using Microsoft office products, maintaining consistent format and content among sections, reviewing the entire document at each stage, and providing a product that does not require major edits
• Work cooperatively with co-leads and other team members, as well as provide good customer service to constituents
• Coordinate the review of assigned fishery management plans and amendments with Fishery Management Council staff, regional office staff, headquarters, science center, and other entities
• Ensure assigned fishery management plans and amendments are in compliance with the Magnuson-Stevens Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and other applicable laws
• Formulate an recommend management policies and practices for conserving marine fisheries resources
• Prepare written reports and give oral presentations related to fishery management and scientific activities
• Write or review technical and scientific sections of fishery management plan amendments, as assigned, within prescribed time frames and following established protocols
• Review scientific studies, fishery management plans, stock assessments, and grant applications.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and other material

Other duties include:

• Prepare fishery bulletins and rollout plans related to fishery management documents
• Attend Gulf Branch meetings, Sustainable Fisheries Division meetings, and Southeast Regional Office all hands meetings
• Give presentations on fishery management issues at Fishery Management Council meetings and at Scientific and Statistical Committee meetings
• Assist in the development of Fishery Management Plan (FMP), Approval/Rulemaking FMP Packages, and In-Season Notice Packages

Required Skills

• Specialized knowledge in fishery biology and/or fishery bycatch.
• Experience writing NEPA analyses and regulatory processes (e.g., preparing rule packages, Federal Register notices, responding to public comments, etc.).
• Understanding of marine mammal/fishery interactions and human caused threats to marine mammals.
• Experience with the MMPA, specifically Sections 101(a), 102, 117, and 118.
• Experience with Section 7 of the ESA.
• Experience and proficiency in conducting literatures searches, gathering and analyzing information and writing reports with attention to detail.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, Gmail, Google docs, Endnote, and Power Point with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct data analyses in Excel.
• Ability to communicate and work with others as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with minimal revision.
• Ability to apply knowledge of marine mammal and fishery interactions to influence planning and implementation of bycatch reduction efforts.
• Strong organizational skills.

Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

Education

BS in marine biology, marine policy, environmental science or similar field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits

All full time employees are eligible for the following benefits upon starting: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays.

Location

Work can be done remotely, with periodic on-site meetings in St. Petersburg, FL and/or site visits in the Southeast region.

ERT is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer - All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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