Environmental Technician I (Temporary - Carteret County)
About the role
To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES. This temporary position is located at 3441 Arendell Street, Morehead City - Carteret County, with the Department of Environmental Quality.
Responsibilities
- Obtain APAIS certification and train for CSMA.
- Demonstrated experience with biological sampling
- Demonstrated knowledge of recreational and/or commercial fisheries
- Experience with data management
- Primary function: document and collect otoliths, dorsal spines, muscle tissue and gonad samples from both commercial and recreational harvested Bluefin Tuna; process specimens per NOAA specifications, preserve, organize and pack for overnight shipping to a NOAA laboratory.
- Exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Requirements
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; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.
Qualifications
The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
Skills
Biological sampling, data management, knowledge of recreational/commercial fisheries, ability to obtain APAIS certification and train for CSMA, physical ability to handle the specified force requirements.
Benefits
Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). No leave or retirement benefits are offered with this position. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, processes, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience for those seeking permanent employment with the state.