Recreational Fisheries Data Analyst

Position Summary

The Recreational Fisheries Data Analyst is responsible for ongoing implementation of state conduct of Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) surveys on the Atlantic coast, including the Access Point Intercept Angler Survey (APAIS) and the For-hire Telephone Survey (FHTS). The incumbent provides program support to partner agencies conducting MRIP surveys from Georgia through Maine and acts as a liaison between the Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program (ACCSP) partners conducting MRIP surveys. In addition, the incumbent will support other aspects of the ACCSP program and perform related duties as the ACCSP evolves. ACCSP utilizes Oracle and SAS software for data storage and dissemination. See ACCSP's website (www.accsp.org) for comprehensive information about the program.

Duties

1. Ensures daily aspects of recreational survey components run properly, including state maintenance of MRIP Site registry and vessel directory, perform or upload survey draws, track assignment completion and work with states on data submission and data entry issues.
2. Coordinates annual, centralized training of field staff and tracks and field staff training/proficiency as necessary
3. Works with Program Partners and ACCSP staff to resolve recreational survey implementation issues
4. Coordinates activities between states and NOAA Fisheries
5. Responsible for data capture and validation software maintenance
6. Develop and maintain data handling programs in SAS and Oracle, including documentation
7. Load recreational data into ACCSP databases (e.g., assignments and estimates)
8. Works with ACCSP technical committees in guiding the evolution of ACCSP data collection standards
9. Follows established quality control/quality assurance protocols, including confidentiality of all data.
10. Raises survey implementation and data quality issues to Recreational Program Team Lead for resolution
11. Performs additional duties as required as the ACCSP evolves.
12. Performs all activities according to Commission policies and procedures.

Supervision

The Recreational Data Analyst reports to the ACCSP Deputy Director of Recreational Fisheries Data in collaboration with the ACCSP Director as appropriate.

Work Environment

The Recreational Data Analyst will work in the offices of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, in Arlington, Virginia. The position will require some overnight travel to attend various meetings with fisheries constituents and ACCSP Partners, primarily along the Atlantic coast.

Work Schedule

The typical work schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Flexible workdays and hours and occasional telework may be approved by the supervisor based on operational needs.

Employment Classification

This is a full-time, salaried position eligible for participation in the Commission's benefit program. The position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), provided the applicable salary and duties requirements are met.

Training and Certifications

No specific professional certifications or licenses are required. Position-specific training may include fisheries survey protocols, data management systems, data confidentiality, and quality assurance procedures, as determined by the supervisor.

Qualifications 

A graduate degree in fisheries science, marine biology, or related field. Experience and knowledge of Atlantic coast recreational fisheries surveys, related data collection programs, and data management using relational databases (such as Oracle) is highly desirable. Proven writing and speaking skills, communication, coordination and interpersonal skills should be demonstrated. Must be eligible to work in the United States.