Fisheries Scientist Salary in Rochester, NY

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How much does a Fisheries Scientist make in Rochester, NY? The average Fisheries Scientist salary in Rochester, NY is $108,464 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $98,602 and $120,859. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Fisheries Enviromental Regulations Specialist

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe - Auburn , WA

EDUCATION - EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING FOR POSITION A Master's Degree in Fisheries Biology, Fisheries Science, Environmental Science, or closely related field, from an accredited college or university ...

ZipRecruiter - 33 days ago

GIS Technician

Cramer Fish Sciences - Boise , ID

Undergraduate course work in GIS, Fisheries Science, Ecology, Geomorphology, Environmental Science, or related field * Proficient with QGIS and/or ArcGIS * Basic level proficiency with MS Office ...

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Wildlife and Fisheries Biologist - Construction Monitor

Stillwater Sciences - Berkeley , CA

Berkeley or Davis, CA Stillwater Sciences seeks a highly motivated wildlife and fisheries biologist based in Berkeley or Davis (CA) to play a key role in construction monitoring and environmental ...

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Fish Biologist III

Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation - Toppenish , WA

A Master of Science degree in Fisheries Science or related field may substitute for up to two years of experience.

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Fishery Analyst/Fishery Economist

North Pacific Fishery Management Council - Anchorage , AK

Experience in fisheries-related discipline. Master's degree or higher in resource economics, fisheries science, resource management, public policy, or other related discipline. Education may be ...

LinkedIn - 27 days ago

Fish Biologist II

Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs - Warm Springs , OR

Requirements Bachelor of Science degree in fisheries science or a closely related field and three years of experience in fisheries. Project management and supervisory experience necessary. Must be ...

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What does a Fisheries Scientist do?

Common responsibilities of a Fisheries Scientist

Represents Tribal interests in specific interagency reservoir, instream flow and dam-related fish passage management forums and activities.

December 08, 2022

Develops and implements marine fisheries management recommendations and regulatory changes.

December 09, 2022

Develop and review position statements, mitigation plans, legislation, and habitat protection and restoration strategies.

March 01, 2023

Review and edit departmental technical and research reports and coordinate peer review of publications for dissemination.

March 27, 2023

Assists the Habitat Assistant Director with supervision, administration, and operation of the Fisheries Habitat Program in order to achieve goals within available resources.

April 16, 2023

Assist with implementing the MMAP and annual LOF as well as implementing Take Reduction Team activities in the southeast and supporting efforts to improve understanding of fishery interactions in areas where there is not a TRT .

May 10, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Fisheries Scientist in Rochester, NY

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98602

120859

108464

Average Total Cash Compensation

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101087

124686

112096

What is the average salary for Fisheries Scientist in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Fisheries Scientist in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Fisheries Scientist ranges from $98,602 to $120,859 with the average base salary of $108,464. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $101,087 to $124,686 with the average total cash compensation of $112,096.

View Average Salary for Fisheries Scientist as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$108,464	$98,602 - $120,859
Bonus	$3,632	$2,485 - $3,828
Total Pay	$112,096	$101,087 - $124,686

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Fisheries Scientist Salary Near Rochester, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $98,782 - $121,079	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,833 - $119,915	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $97,632 - $119,670	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $99,659 - $122,153	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $99,659 - $122,153	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $94,905 - $116,327	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY

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About Rochester, New York

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...

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