Protected Species Observer - UIC Science
On-siteWainwright, Alaska, United States
Wainwright, Alaska, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeLarge
Full TimeLarge
Job Summary
Monitor marine mammals and water within the designated zone during Polar LNG summer drilling operations, start-up, and transit. Identify species, assess disturbances, and immediately report incidents to NMFS. Order mitigation responses including shutdowns if necessary. Record observations, vessel activity, speed, wind force, and visibility on electronic data sheets. Brief vessel personnel on special operating procedures, regulations, and mitigation measures. Participate in daily planning meetings and provide a final report at voyage conclusion. Work 12-hour shifts underway or 8-hour shifts during training.
Required Qualifications
- Ability to travel on an ocean-going vessel and perform office work
- Ability to test for and pass a non-DOT pre-employment drug screening and must follow all Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol testing program requirements
- Have personal ID, in the form of a valid driver's license or passport
- Able to communicate in English verbally and in writing
- Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds
- Experience in subsistence hunting, including whaling and other marine hunting activities
- Strong oral and written skills to communicate with stakeholders regarding the vessel's activities
- Functional knowledge to effectively perform e-mail management and reporting
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Office, and Adobe programs
- Team player to develop strong relationships with staff and ship crew members
- Ability to sit and/or stand for at least 6-hour shifts
- Ability to walk for prolonged periods
- Ability to handle (lift, carry, push and pull) various materials and tools
- Ability to climb ladders, stairwells while working in inclement weather
- Must be able to work in cold/hot weather while wearing required PPE (e.g., life preserver, respirators, goggles, etc.)
- Must be able to identify species of all marine mammals that occur in the area and knowledge of their behavior
- Ability to determine if a listed marine mammal has been disturbed, harassed, harmed, injured or killed
- Ability to order appropriate mitigation response, including shutdowns, to avoid takes of all listed species
- Ability to report the occurrence to NMFS immediately
- Ability to keep a record of observations, vessel activity, vessel speed, wind force and visibility during each shift
- Must be flexible
- Completion of a two-day PSO training course prior to departure
Desired Qualifications
- Speak and understand the Inupiaq Language
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