South Shore and Cape Cod MRIP Recreational Fisheries Technician

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is hiring a Seasonal Fisheries Technician for the Department of Fish and Game in New Bedford, MA. The role involves assisting with the recreational fisheries survey, collecting data from anglers, and ensuring data quality. Candidates should have strong communication skills, be able to work outside regular hours, and perform physical tasks. This is a part-time, seasonal position with paid mileage but no additional benefits.
Conserving Massachusetts' Natural Resources

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts is seeking a highly motivated individual to join the Department of Fish and Game, Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) as a Seasonal Fisheries Technician. In this role, you will play a critical part in conserving the state's natural resources.

About the Department:

The Department of Fish and Game (DFG) is responsible for managing and conserving Massachusetts' marine and freshwater fisheries, wildlife, plants, and natural communities. Our mission is to protect, restore, and enhance fishery resources and their habitats while providing sustainable fisheries-related recreational and commercial opportunities to the public.

About the Job:

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented individual to assist DMF personnel with implementing the recreational fisheries survey from April to November. The Access Point Angler Intercept Survey (APAIS) is a federal survey designed by the National Marine Fisheries Service to generate estimates of recreational fisheries catch for marine fish species in Massachusetts waters.

Responsibilities:
• Assist with training and passing both a survey procedures test and a fish identification test.
• Survey recreational anglers and collect catch information, including counts, measurements, and fish weights harvested and released.
• Accurately record detailed data on electronic field tablets and data sheets.
• Perform rigorous data review for quality control.
• Complete, organize, and submit data and reports to supervisors promptly.
• Distribute outreach material while interacting with the angling public in the field.
• Operate a motor vehicle to perform duties.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work outside regular office hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Basic understanding of computer applications, the internet, and electronic touch-screen tablets.
• Ability to lift heavy fish specimens, both alive and dead.
• Ability to work well independently and solve problems in the field.

This is a seasonal contract position with paid mileage for all travel to and from sites. No benefits are included except earned sick leave.