Fisheries Technician, Riverhead, NY

Serve as a member of the Marine Program responsible for assisting in the planning and implementing various ongoing fisheries projects. The Educator will be responsible for delivering marine educational programs that address local, regional, and statewide programming priorities, emphasizing fisheries demonstration research programming initiatives and the fishing industry and community members' education on the importance of fisheries research. Promoting program objectives and plans, emphasizing field applied research projects, processing and reporting commercial and recreational fisheries data, educating the fishing industry and community members on fisheries research's importance, and delivering fisheries programs in Suffolk County. This individual represents Cornell Cooperative Extension's Marine Program to the public, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell University as part of program delivery. Several state and federal grants fund this position. The Technician will work as a team member with existing Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) staff, including fisheries specialists, educators, and technicians. Will receive direction and guidance on daily work activities from Supervisor and Association Subject Educator, as needed.

    

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree or equivalents of two years of transferrable program/functional experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
• Must be able to meet travel demands associated with this position.
• Must be able to report to various locations to start the workday.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, evenings, and weekends.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to go to sea for various periods.
• Ability to communicate daily activities, program progress, and production to Supervisor.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional tools and methods and electronic technology (e.g., video, audio, computers, etc.).  
• Detail-oriented. 
• Ability to follow procedures and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate high integrity, sound professional judgment, and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficient with windows-based software, including the internet and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate Supervisor.
• Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
• Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in marine science, natural science, environmental science, and a basic understanding of marine science.
• Experience with Cooperative Extension or other similar educational organizations.
• Experience in fisheries and fisheries management.
• Experience in marine education and community outreach.
• Experience with and knowledge of commercial fishing gear.
• Ability to accurately identify local fish species and be familiar with local fisheries.
• Ability to work alone with little supervision.
• Ability to organize reference materials for retrieval by others and be willing to learn new subject matter.

Experience conducting dockside and at-sea research education demonstration program delivery on commercial fishing vessels.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Program Responsibilities:

Program Delivery – 75%

• Deliver marine educational programs that address local, regional, and statewide programming priorities, emphasizing fisheries demonstration research programming initiatives and the fishing industry and community members' education on the importance of fisheries research.
• To deliver the program, utilize various educational methods, including on-board teaching, group experiences, media, newsletters, electronic technology, the internet, and distance learning.
• Foster acceptance of the program, methods, and policies to address community and individual needs and consider diverse audiences.
• Provide educational program efforts to the fishing industry and fisheries managers via mass media, including contributing articles to Fisheries publications, utilizing e-mails, phone calls, and website postings.
• Interact with program participants to provide programming and support- professionally always representing CCE.
• Represent CCE professionally before the public, community leaders, government officials, Cornell, or other land grant universities as part of program delivery.
• Provide program education, outreach, and information in various locations at fisheries council meetings, fisheries workshops, and training.
• Maintain and prepare materials necessary for the Marine program by applying existing subject matter knowledge.
• Assist in-field support and coordination of demonstration research projects.

Program Evaluation – 5%

• Assist in analyzing collected program evaluation data for reporting and program improvement purposes using standard, established policies, procedures, and methods.
• Interact with program participants, Association staff, program committees, county/community leaders, and other key stakeholders to collect evaluation data for improving programs.
• May assist in designing the program evaluation framework and recommending program changes to strengthen and improve programs.
• Communicate evaluation results and findings.

Applied Research – 10%

• Assist in conducting applied fisheries research, including at-sea and dockside field activities requiring the ability to identify and lift specimens to and from scales.
• Collect and process samples and data.
• Communicate all applied research activities to Supervisor.
• Assist in maintaining a direct linkage with Cornell University faculty for guidance in applied research.
• Assist in coordination and interaction with fishing industry cooperative research partners.
• Assist in-field support and coordination of demonstration research projects.

Administrative Responsibilities:

Coordination/Operation – 5%

• Maintain communication with constituents and the community through various methods such as newsletters, phone calls, e-mails, electronic technology, the internet, social media, website postings, and content.
• Assist with coordination of marketing and promotion of the Marine program through public relations initiatives and networking/collaborating with government, economic, educational, and other organizations.
• Provide information as directed by Supervisor regarding preparing and presenting reports, impact statements, and success stories on program progress and accomplishments for funders, advisory committees, Board, and others, as necessary.
• Prepare materials for grant/contract proposal submission.
• Maintain high self-motivation and self-management, including time management and scheduling to achieve maximum productivity.
• Provide technical support for equipment maintenance.
• Assist in coordination and interaction with fishing industry cooperative research partners.

Professional Improvement – 5%

• In cooperation with Supervisor and Executive Director, jointly develop and pursue a professional development plan to increase competencies relative to position accountabilities and address changes and Association priorities.
• Collaborate in activities that support Cornell Cooperative Extension and perform other duties as assigned.

Health and Safety – Applied to all duties and functions

• Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
• Be familiar with and follow applicable federal, state, and local regulations, Association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement, and standards.
• Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.

EEO/EPO and Policy – Applied to all duties and functions

• Appreciate and embrace diversity in all interactions with clientele, staff, volunteers, and the public.
• Assist the Cornell Cooperative Extension system in reaching out to diverse audiences.
• Aware of and adheres to established Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Suffolk County policies, procedures, and Cornell Cooperative Extension Skills for Success.
• Contribute to the organization's overall success by performing all assigned duties professionally, promptly, and accurately.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and Educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO and Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and support diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

POSITION DETAILS:

Salary:                                    $17.00 per hour

Schedule:                               non-exempt 40 hours per week

Benefits:                                 Full Benefits include 21 days of vacation days per year, 3 personal days, accrued sick days, 15 holidays, health and dental insurance Program (NYSHIP), Employees' Retirement System (New York State Retirement System  -NYSLRS), Cornell University Tax-Deferred Annuity Plan (CUTDAP), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Long-Term Disability, Auto/Home/Pet Insurance, Legal Insurance, Group Universal Life Insurance (GUL), Personal Accident Insurance (PAI), Long Term Care Insurance, and NY's 529 College Savings Program.

HOW TO APPLY:

A review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

• Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Attach/upload a resume to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Attach/upload contact info for three references to the online application in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

In the "Experience" section of your application, use the Paperclip icon to search for file(s) or use the "Drop Files Here" box to manually drag document(s) into your application.  Once the application is submitted, you will be unable to change your submission or add attachments.

External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants : Current Cornell Cooperative Extension Association employees indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship is available.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions.  If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process,

you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at

[email protected] .

  

Cornell Cooperative Extension collaborates with Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and New York State residents.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

  

Job Title:

Association Prog Educator II

Level:

005

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Daniel Murphy

Number of Openings:

1

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State.  Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies.  This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an employer and educator recognized for valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals who bring a diverse perspective and are supportive of diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Notice to Applicants: Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement . This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell Cooperative Extension as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.