Fisheries Data Entry Clerk, Kings Park, NY

New York Marine Fisheries Data Entry Clerk

As New York Marine Fisheries Data Entry Clerk, the candidate will assist with the organization, quality, and entry of marine fisheries data associated with the New York implementation of Atlantic Coastal Cooperative Statistics Program (ACCSP) programs and standards. The responsibilities of the incumbent will include, but not be limited to, the following specific duties:

• Work with state seafood dealers and harvesters, as well as state, federal, and ACCSP staff, to implement the ACCSP Standard Atlantic Information System (SAFIS) for online electronic Dealer Reporting and Electronic Vessel Trip Reporting for commercial catch and effort data that is being developed and maintained by the ACCSP for partner use.
• Perform QA/QC of submitted Vessel Trip Reports (VTRs) for completeness of marine fisheries data; contact permitted harvesters to obtain missing information.
• Enter marine fisheries data from VTRs into an established database.
• Promote online reporting to NY's commercial harvesters and dealers; provide training when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Serve as a member of the Marine Program responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of an ongoing fisheries project. This individual represents Cornell Cooperative Extension's Marine Program to the public, community leaders, government officials, and Cornell University as part of program delivery. Several state and federal grants fund this position. The Technician will work as a team member with existing Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) staff, including fisheries specialists, educators, and technicians. Will receive direction and guidance on daily work activities from Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• High School or equivalent education.
• Experience related to the role of the position.
• Ability to communicate daily activities, program progress, and production to Supervisor.
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral, written, and visual channels using traditional tools and methods and electronic technology (e.g., video, audio, computers, etc.).
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to follow procedures and written instructions.
• Must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
• Proficient with windows-based software, including the use of the internet and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel.
• Ability to effectively participate in professional team efforts.
• Ability and willingness to work with diverse audiences and maintain cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to plan and organize personal work responsibilities according to priorities developed with the immediate Supervisor.
• Ability to relate effectively to co-workers, advisors, community, and professional leaders.
• Ability to identify and utilize program resources from the organization and the community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in fisheries and fisheries management.
• Experience in R or SQL coding.
• Ability to work alone with little supervision.

Salary: $18.08 per hour

Schedule: NONEXEMPT Reg: 40 Hours

No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available

How To Apply

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is obtained.

Applicants need to:

Attach/upload a resume to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload a cover letter to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format. Attach/upload contacts info for three references to the online application in either Microsoft Word or PDF format.

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External Applicants: (including current employees of other Cornell Cooperative Extension Associations), please refer to the Applying for a Job (External Candidate) document for additional guidance.

Internal Applicants: Current employees of the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association indicated in this job posting are considered internal applicants; please refer to the Applying for a Job (Internal Candidate) document for additional guidance.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform their essential functions. If you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit hr.cornell.edu/eeo.

Job Title: Association Program Assistant I

Level: 007

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Company: Contract College

Contact Name: Ashley Downs

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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