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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'>Please distribute the following job postings on the SEMCO mailing list.
Thanks.</span></font></p>
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12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Alison S. Leschen</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Marine Biologist</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Massachusetts</span></font><font size=1><span style='font-size:9.0pt'>
Division of Marine Fisheries</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>1213 Purchase St</span></font><font size=1><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>New Bedford</span></font><font size=1><span style='font-size:9.0pt'>, </span></font><font
size=1><span style='font-size:9.0pt'>MA</span></font><font size=1><span
style='font-size:9.0pt'> </span></font><font size=1><span
style='font-size:9.0pt'>02740</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Phone: 508-990-2860, ext. 142</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Fax: 508-990-0449</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoAutoSig><font size=1 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
9.0pt'>Email: alison.leschen@state.ma.us</span></font></p>
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12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>There are two seasonal positions available at the Mass.
Division of Marine Fisheries: </span></font></p>
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12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>1. Seasonal Contractor
– Fisheries Technician</span></font></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in'><b><font
size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>Massachusetts</span></font></b><b><font
size=2><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'> Division of Marine
Fisheries</span></font></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>April 15-</span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>September 15, 2008</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=2
face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>Salary: Approximately
$14/hr.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in'><font size=3
face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>General Statement of Duties and
Responsibilities:</span></font></b></p>
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12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>The seasonal technician will assist MADMF Program personnel with 2 main
projects: PCB sampling and horseshoe crab (hsc) surveys. S/he will assist other
MADMF Program personnel as needed.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<ol start=1 type=1>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Conducts, under supervision, biological surveys
in coastal waters, including work on beaches and small craft in bays and
estuaries.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Operates, with training, small craft as
“top person,” for divers.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Carries out market sampling at horseshoe crab
bait dealers</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Records and organizes data, including computer coding
and data entry for computer analysis.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Performs statistical computations utilizing
available biostatistical software packages as necessary.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Assists in technical and non-technical writing of
reports, and graphical presentations of data.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Operates and maintains field equipment including
specialized environmental data recording instruments, sampling gear, and
motor vehicles, including small craft and trailers.</span></font> </li>
</ol>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<ol start=1 type=1>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Knowledge of fisheries biology and management.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Working knowledge of computer word processing and
spreadsheet software including MSWORD and EXCEL and familiarity with
statistical techniques used in fisheries research and management.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Familiarity with sampling gear commonly employed
in the field of fisheries science and associated disciplines.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Knowledge of sampling design and application.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to identify marine coastal fish and
shellfish.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to compile, analyze, and present data in
tabular and graphical form.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to speak effectively and prepare written technical
reports, write clearly and concisely.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to communicate effectively with
fishermen, bait dealers, other scientists, and the public.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to work outdoors in non-ideal conditions,
sometimes in the middle of the night, and lift up to 50 lbs.</span></font>
</li>
</ol>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT AND SUBSTITUTIONS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent
part-time, professional, para-professional or technical experience in marine
biology or fisheries management work. Substitutions: A Bachelor’s
or higher degree with a major in marine or fisheries biology, marine science,
or oceanography may be substituted for the required experience.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>Massachusetts</span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>
driver’s license.</span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>2. </span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>The following
position is available contingent on funding: </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>Seasonal Contractor – Fisheries
Technician</span></font></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>Massachusetts</span></font></b><b><font
size=2><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'> Division of Marine
Fisheries</span></font></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>12 weeks, starting </span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>May 1, 2008</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>Approximately $14/hr.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in;text-indent:-.25in'><b><font
size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-weight:bold'>General
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:</span></font></b></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>The seasonal technician will assist MADMF Program personnel with
horseshoe crab (hsc) surveys. S/he will assist on other MADMF projects as
needed.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.25in'><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<ol start=8 type=1>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Conducts, under supervision, biological surveys
in coastal waters, including work on beaches and small craft in bays and
estuaries.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Operates, with training, small craft as
“top person,” for divers.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Carries out market sampling at horseshoe crab
bait dealers.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Records and organizes data, including computer
coding and data entry for computer analysis.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Performs statistical computations utilizing
available biostatistical software packages as necessary.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Assists in technical and non-technical writing of
reports, and graphical presentations of data.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Operates and maintains field equipment including
specialized environmental data recording instruments, sampling gear, and
motor vehicles, including small craft and trailers.</span></font> </li>
</ol>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<ol start=10 type=1>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Knowledge of fisheries biology and management.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Working knowledge of computer word processing and
spreadsheet software including MSWORD and EXCEL and familiarity with
statistical techniques used in fisheries research and management.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Familiarity with sampling gear commonly employed
in the field of fisheries science and associated disciplines.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Knowledge of sampling design and application.</span></font>
</li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to identify marine coastal fish and
shellfish.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to compile, analyze, and present data in
tabular and graphical form.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to speak effectively and prepare written
technical reports, write clearly and concisely.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to communicate effectively with
fishermen, bait dealers, other scientists, and the public.</span></font> </li>
<li class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt'>Ability to work outdoors in non-ideal conditions,
sometimes in the middle of the night, and lift up to 50 lbs.</span></font>
</li>
</ol>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT AND SUBSTITUTIONS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>Applicants must have at least two years of full-time, or equivalent
part-time, professional, para-professional or technical experience in marine
biology or fisheries management work. Substitutions: A Bachelor’s
or higher degree with a major in marine or fisheries biology, marine science,
or oceanography may be substituted for the required experience.</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS</span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
10.0pt'>Massachusetts</span></font><font size=2><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>
driver’s license.</span></font></p>
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12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'>All applications must be made in writing, consisting of a cover letter
making specific reference to the particular announcement, a current resume with
references and a Commonwealth of Massachusetts Application for Employment form,
which can be found on the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs web site at
http://www.state.ma.us/envir/, select the link Employment, then EOEA employment
application or you may request a copy be sent to you (if the job hasn’t
been posted yet, check back in a week or so). All applications must be received
in this office no later than </span></font>5:00 P.M. on the Monday following
the Deadline date. <br>
<br>
Mail cover letter and resume to: <br>
<br>
Peter Burke, Personnel Officer <br>
Department Of Fish And Game <br>
251 Causeway Street - Suite 400 <br>
Boston, Massachusetts 02114 <br>
<br>
Telephone #: (617) 626-1562 <br>
Fax #: (617) 626-1505 </p>
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