Sanctuary Dive Technician

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Marine Fisheries

Job Classification Title

Environmental Technician II (S)

Position Number

60032770

Grade

NC07

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

This Sanctuary Dive Technician is the lead dive technician for the statewide Oyster Sanctuary Program. The primary purposes of this position are: 1) conduct monitoring and sampling activities on oyster sanctuaries, often in low visibility, while using SCUBA in adherence to approved sampling protocols and the DMF SCUBA Dive Safety Manual; 2) oversee the proper maintenance and servicing of SCUBA diving equipment; 3) assist with planning of dive operations, including field sampling and annual trainings; 4) assist with planning and construction of oyster reefs; and 5) data entry for accurate collection of biological data and record keeping of dive operations. Variable schedules including extended workdays, overnight stays & weekend work will sometimes be required. This is an intensive field position with extensive on the water time required. Ability to lift 75 lbs., operate & maintain vessels up to 50 feet in length. Operate & maintain tow vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment such as forklifts, front-end loaders & dump trucks.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist biologists with SCUBA operations while maintaining support of dive equipment and spaces, timely and accurate record keeping via hard-copy forms and digital database, and direct communication with the DSO regarding SCUBA operations.
• Assist with oyster sampling efforts using SCUBA to estimate oyster sanctuary performance
• Entering and checking biological data, ensuring quality and accuracy
• Assist with additional Habitat and Enhancement operations including material stockpiling, material deployment, and biological sampling programs
• Perform maintenance on trucks, boats, trailers, and outboard engines
• Safely operate trucks, boats, trailers, and heavy equipment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range - $35,984 - $48,204

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.

Management Preferences:

• Experience operating and/or trailering boats

The Division of Marine Fisheries

The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is responsible for the stewardship of the state’s marine and estuarine resources. The DMF’s jurisdiction encompasses all coastal waters and extends to 3 miles offshore. Agency policies are established by the nine-member Marine Fisheries Commission and the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality. North Carolina is a member of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council, and the National Shellfish Sanitation Program. Click here to learn more about the Division of Marine Fisheries.

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Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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 pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jennifer Marlowe

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]