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Environmental Technician II (S)

This Marine Fisheries Environmental Technician II position will serve as a technician to the principal biologist on a long line survey for adult red drum in the Pamlico Sound. Sampling for this fishery‑independent survey occurs in the lower Pamlico Sound in Outer Banks, North Carolina. Normal work hours will vary, but late evenings, early mornings, and overnight travel are required. Occasional work on weekends may be required. A valid driver’s license is required. The job requires the ability to swim, to lift heavy samples of fish (up to 60 pounds), and to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct field sampling and data collection for the adult red drum long line survey as well as other sampling programs such as seine surveys, gill net surveys, water quality monitoring, finfish tagging, and acoustic telemetry.
• Operate and trailer vessels up to 27 feet in length.
• Maintain and construct boat, trailer, and gear.
• Record, code, and verify data associated with the long line survey.

Management Preferences

• Experience operating and/or trailering boats.
• Experience maintaining trucks, trailers, and/or boats.
• Experience with biological sampling.
• Experience with data collection.

Minimum Education and Experience

Associate’s degree in one of the agricultural, biological, engineering, environmental, or natural resource sciences or a closely related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in environmental or natural resources management work; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to , childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for beliefs, observances, and practices.