Pre-Trip Notification System (PTNS) Coordinator ($75K – $100K)

Description

Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii, Inc. (FISH) is a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB) skilled in fisheries observation, marine biology, island coastal resource management, scientific research, and innovative technology. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking to hire a Pre-Trip Notification System (PTNS) Coordinator to support the Fisheries Monitoring and Research Division (FMRD). to support NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Northeast Fisheries Science Center (NEFSC), Northeast Field Operations (NEFOP), and the Fisheries Sampling Branch (FSB).

To effectively monitor and manage U.S. fisheries, the Government collects fisheries-dependent data aboard commercial fishing trips. In the Northeast, this work is performed through NEFSC/FMO’s NEFOP, ASM, and IFS sampling programs. The Pre-Trip Notification System (PTNS) is a critical web-based tool that enables the randomized selection and assignment of observer coverage across multiple fisheries and sampling frames. This dynamic and evolving system is used by a range of stakeholders, including NOAA staff, industry, vessel owners/operators, and observer service provider companies. PTNS is integrated with multiple other database systems, requires ongoing maintenance and real-time monitoring, and must remain publicly accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to support continuous fisheries operations. 

(This will be a contingent position, based upon contract award). FISH will be operating under FLOAT – A “Fish” and “Lynker” Ocean Alliance Team – a Joint Venture Prime contract holder for NOAA ProTech Fisheries*. This is a full time position.

Location

East Falmouth, MA. / Remote

Key Responsibilities

  1. Provide support for phone and email trip notifications and entering trips as needed.
  2. Respond to industry, provider, and internal questions and inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  3. Assist with routine database maintenance tasks.
  4. Assist with training providers, industry, and industry representatives on PTNS protocols and functions as needed.
  5. Assist with PTNS and Electronic Monitoring (EM) outreach as requested.
  6. Assist with querying databases as needed.
  7. Be familiar with editing NEFOP observer and/or ASM data and familiar with protocols for all observed fisheries.
  8. Assist with the maintenance and updating of PTNS documentation, instructional materials, and troubleshooting guides.
  9. Assist with the monitoring of the PTNS website and its system performance, and with monitoring coverage metrics.
  10. Assist with monitoring vessels’ PTNS compliance.
  11. Assist with miscellaneous data summaries and requests as needed.
  12. Assist with viewing, editing, and analyzing EM data as needed.
  13. Deploy as needed on shadow trips, trip trainer trips, and probation/priority (Data Quality) trips.
  14. Attend relevant Fisheries Management Council Plan Development Team meetings to stay updated on future rules and regulatory changes.
  15. Be available for periodic overtime as well as regular weekend assignments.
  16. Participate in research cruises aboard NOAA research vessels.
  17. Participate in inReach rotation for after-hours support.
  18. Support some on-call after-hours work.
  19. May be required to travel domestically within the U.S.
  20. May be assigned periodic regional outreach events.
  21. Assist with PTNS system troubleshooting and testing activities.

Requirements & Minimum Experience

  • Qualification Requirements:
    • Must have a minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience working with marine fisheries information programs or other science-based programs.
    • Provide strong leadership, direction, organization, guidance, decision making, and conflict resolution.
    • Experience using Oracle database systems.
    • Experience handling multiple projects and deadlines with flexibility between tasks.
    • Experience working as part of a team to define and refine system user requirements.
    • Experience with project management tools such as JIRA.
    • Experience utilizing or designing complex analytics/information systems.
    • Experience in fisheries management and monitoring.
    • Experience using statistical programming languages such as R.
    • Experience developing and monitoring resource investment strategies.
    • Proficient in current MS Office software programs.
    • Proficient in the primary G Suite tools include Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, Calendar, Google+, Sites, and Hangouts.

    Required Certifications/Credentials:

    • First Aid CPR AED (Red Heart Association or equivalent)
    • Valid Driver’s License
    • Bloodborne Pathogens Training
    • Commerce Learning Center (CLC) Defensive Driving course

About FISH

FISH is a growing, woman owned small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. FISH, a trusted provider of resource management solutions, was established  by a passionate marine and fisheries scientist who calls Hawaii her home  and is driven by a profound commitment to the betterment of the marine ecosystem. FISH is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) endowed with a diverse set of proficiencies in fisheries observation, marine biology, island coastal resource management, scientific research, policy and permitting, human dimensions, and cutting-edge technologies for applications such as electronic monitoring. FISH’s team of experts brings decades of applied  experience and is well-equipped to tackle complex marine challenges, offering a comprehensive suite of services designed to address the most  pressing issues facing the world’s oceans. With a track record of excellence,  we stand at the forefront of the industry, continuously innovating to advance  sustainable solutions for marine conservation and management. 

Our Employees are what makes us great! We work hard to help you advance your career and we continuously evaluate the compensation, benefits, and opportunities we provide you for professional and personal growth because our success depends on you! FISH’s benefits include the following:

  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, with optional coverage for prescription drug, dental, and vision
  • Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
  • Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- term disability insurance
  • Long- term care insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
  • Lifestyle benefits including access to financial planning, as well as discounted rates on services and memberships such as AAA
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

FISH is an E-Verify employer.

* This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle. 

FISH is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Apply For This Position

To apply, please email your resume and current contact information to
gofish@fishinc.com attention Josee Vincent.