Duties Description This job title has a diverse set of responsibilities, revolving around marine fisheries, shellfisheries, marine habitat management, and fishery data and quota management. The incumbent will assume administrative, supervisory, and technical responsibilities which support the programs within the Division of Marine Resources and division outreach programs as well. Specific assignments could change based upon circumstances and the needs of the Division.

The general duties of a Marine Biologist are to carry out activities that promote the protection, management, and restoration of New York State’s marine species and these species’ habitats. More specific tasks may include the following activities:

•Participation in the collection, processing, management, and analysis of fishery harvest data and commercial fishing quota management:

Administration and oversight of commercial harvester compliance and reporting programs

Interacting with...