Ocean Career: NC DEQ Marine Fisheries Biologist

North Carolina’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has an open opportunity for a Marine Fisheries Biologist. This Marine Fisheries Biologist acts as a data analyst for the Protected Resources Program, which includes the North Carolina Observer Program (NCOP). In coordination with the Protected Resources Environmental Program Supervisor I (EPSI), the Biologist II will develop, execute, and maintain data protocols for the NCOP and will use statistical methods to analyze and interpret data collected by the NCOP and other division programs. The Biologist II will work in tandem with other program staff to ensure requirements under the current Incidental Take Permits held by the division are met in a timely and effective manner. The Biologist II will participate in fisheries management activities of the division, including development and implementation of fishery management plans and cooperating with other federal, state, and regional agencies. The Biologist II must be able to work in a dynamic and team-oriented environment, must have strong organizational skills, the ability to work with the public and technical staff, and be able to multi-task and balance competing priorities.