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Fisheries Gear Specialist

Pascagoula, Mississippi · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$30k-$40kDetected 20 days ago

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About the role

If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please reach out to our Talent Team or call 774-770-5833.

Support fisheries research projects by providing gear expertise and participating in field evaluations of modified fishing gear
Operate, maintain, and support Mississippi Laboratory research vessels (Class A, I, and II), including trailering and transport of vessels and equipment
Conduct at-sea and dockside inspections of fishing gear and document compliance with federal regulations
Perform trawl repair and interpret gear construction diagrams to support field operations and training
Assist in developing technical training materials, presentations, and outreach content using multimedia tools
Support emergency response efforts (e.g., oil spills) requiring rapid deployment for sea turtle protection and outreach coordination
Maintain equipment, vessels, and workspace including warehouse and shop organization
AIS is looking for a Fisheries Gear Specialist to support the Southeast Fisheries Science Center's Gear Monitoring Team
This position provides hands-on technical, field, and outreach support focused on selective fishing gear, vessel operations, and compliance training for commercial fisheries.
The role combines practical gear construction and repair, at-sea and dockside operations, and direct engagement with fishers and marine law enforcement to support regulatory compliance and bycatch reduction initiatives.

Minimum 2 years of experience in net construction, gear repair, or commercial fishing operations
Minimum 2 years of experience operating and maintaining small vessels and associated marine equipment
Ability to work in physically demanding and field-based environments
Experience reading and interpreting federal fisheries regulations
Obtain and maintain required certifications (e.g., USCG 6-Pack License, TWIC, NOAA Small Boat Program compliance)
Conduct outreach and training for commercial fishers on proper use of federally required fishing gear through workshops, dockside visits, and industry meetings

Experience in commercial shrimp trawl fisheries or net shop operations
Knowledge of selective fishing gear technologies and bycatch reduction strategies
Experience conducting outreach, training, or public engagement
Basic computer proficiency (Word, Excel, reporting tools)
Ability to read, write, or speak Vietnamese
Travel Estimated: 30-40% (Frequent regional travel across Gulf of Mexico coastal states for outreach, inspections, and fieldwork).
3209 Frederic St, Pascagoula, MS, 39567 - Southeast Fisheries Science Center's Pascagoula Laboratory
If you would like to apply for this exciting new opening, please visit our Careers Page to submit the required information:

Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience.
This is a full-time position.

AIS benefits package includes health and dental insurance, vacation, sick and holiday benefits.

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