[scholarship]: Marine Aquarium Societies of North America Student Scholarships

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Applications due June 17

The Marine Aquarium Societies of North America (MASNA) is proud to announce the 2016 – 2017 MASNA Student Scholarships.

MASNA is a non-profit organization composed of marine aquarium societies and individual hobbyists from North America and abroad, totaling several thousand individuals.

MASNA’s goals are to:

  • Educate our members with online and published material, the MACNA conference, and other sanctioned events.
  • Assist in forming and promoting the growth of clubs within the hobby while ensuring a sustainable future for the marine environment.
  • Support the efforts to eliminate abuses in collecting and transporting marine organisms through education, assistance and encouragement.
  • Encourage the ethical growth of the marine aquarium hobby and support captive breeding/propagation efforts.

To further the goals of MASNA, MASNA offers the MASNA Student Scholarship program to help stimulate and promote the pursuit of marine science, in particular for topics that are current and relevant to the marine aquarium hobby.

This year there are two scholarships available; one $4,000 scholarship for a college undergraduate student and one $4,000 scholarship for a college graduate student. The 2016 – 2017 MASNA Student scholarships are made possible by our generous sponsors Doctors Foster and Smith LiveAquaria.com, Ecotech Marine, and MASNA.

This is the 8th year for the MASNA Student Scholarship Program. In total, the MASNA Student Scholarship program has contributed $40,000 to college students who have significantly impacted the marine aquarium hobby.

For information on eligibility criteria and application instructions

Please visit the MASNA Student Scholarship webpage at: http://masna.org/masna-programs/scholarship-program/

The 2016 – 2017 MASNA Student Scholarships will be publicly awarded to the recipients at the 28th annual Marine Aquarium Conference of North America (MACNA) in San Diego, California on September 9 – 11th. Funding is available to assist each of the chosen applicants in attending MACNA.

If the applicants have any questions, please refer to the FAQ section of the MASNA Scholarship webpage. If the applicants cannot find the answers they are seeking there, they can direct their questions about the MASNA Student Scholarships to the scholarship committee co-chairs at: Scholarship@MASNA.org

The deadline for submission is June 17, 2016 by midnight of the submitting applicant’s time zone.

[job]: Biological Science Technician (Fisheries), US Fish and Wildlife Service (Arcata, CA)

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Full time, temporary positions (1 year appointments extended up to a potential max of 2 years) in California working with fisheries management at the Federal US levels ranging from GS 04 – GS 07 depending on education and experience (GS 04 requires a completed Bachelor’s degree with a background in science).

Salary Range: $32, 318 – $52, 043 per year

4 vacancies with an application deadline of 6/7/2016

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[summer job]: Marine Science Educator, Seacamp (Big Pine Key, FL)

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR MARINE SCIENCE INSTRUCTORS

Seacamp Association, Inc
1300 Big Pine Avenue
Big Pine Key, FL 33043
1-877-SEACAMP
info@seacamp.org

Company Description: Celebrating our 51th summer!!! A non-profit, residential, environmental educational organization offering marine science programs for 10-17 year olds in a summer camp setting and to visiting elementary, middle, secondary, college, and adult groups throughout the school year.

Description: Staff lead interpretive programs in tropical marine science for campers/visiting schools and participate in hospitality services required to run a residential facility. Extensive training: science seminars; American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguarding, Oxygen Administration, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer; skin diving leadership; seamanship and boat handling; camp life; and teaching techniques.

Qualifications:

Marine Science Instructor: Recent college graduate in marine science, the biological sciences, or a related field. All applicants must be strong swimmers. Teaching experience preferred; SCUBA certification required.

Non-science, summer camp positions are also currently available.

Benefits: Salary/Stipend, housing, meals when participants are in residence, training, worker’s compensation insurance, and staff boat use during time off.

To apply: Send resume with complete work history and cover letter to info@seacamp.org. We will contact you to complete your employment packet. The process will include an application, official college transcripts, and references. Applicants will be required to submit a Level II fingerprint background check and drug screening prior to employment.

[job]: Americorps Conservation Scientist/Educator (US Fish & Wildlife Service; Seattle, WA)

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The mission of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is “Working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.” The Washington Fish & Wildlife Office (USFWS) is recruiting three AmeriCorps service members to join our staff, partners and community members in order to expand our mission delivery. This includes biological field and lab assistance as well as education and outreach programming development and implementation. The field and lab components focus on recovery and monitoring projects including: Lake Sammamish kokanee salmon, the Elwha River recovery, three National Fish Hatcheries, and western Washington prairies. Duties to perform include: habitat restoration, habitat mapping, plant propagation, species monitoring, and sample collection and analysis. Fostering an informed and concerned general public will be a significant component as the importance of community members practicing stewardship cannot be overstated. AmeriCorps service members will educate and empower the public to practice personal stewardship as well as recruit and train volunteers to work alongside conservation professionals, thereby augmenting mission delivery. The need to inspire the next generation of advocates and professionals is instrumental to sustaining the conservation mission. As such, AmeriCorps service members will provide valuable educational experiences in various settings. Programming will include: classroom visits, field trips, hatchery visits, events, and camps. In addition to direct community engagement, AmeriCorps service members will be expected to share their experiences via social media. This will provide the public with personalized examples of what we do and why it is important, while serving as role models for youth. While college graduates are preferred, qualified undergraduates will be considered. Positions are contingent upon funding.

Accepting Applications from 5/16/2016 to 7/15/2016

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[job]: Marine Resources Program Assistant, WA Conservation Corps (Snohomish County, WA)

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Snohomish County Marine Resources Program Assistant
This is a Washington Department of Ecology – Washington Conservation Corps Individual Placement position with Snohomish County Public Works – Surface Water Management’s (SWM) Marine Resources Program in Everett, WA.

To apply:
Please fill out the WCC online application AND send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to (email preferred):

Kathleen Herrmann
Snohomish County Surface Water Management
3000 Rockefeller Ave
M/S 607
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: 425-388-6414
Email: kathleen.herrmann@snoco.org
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Start:
May 20, 2016 or as soon as possible. Full-time position (40 hours per week) through September 16, 2016 with possibility of additional one-year term through September 2017.

Primary duties include assisting SWM/MRC staff with project planning and implementation, targeted public education, and volunteer outreach, recruiting and coordination. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the Marine Resources Steward, Marine Resources Committee (MRC) members, Communication Specialists, Salmon Recovery staff, project partners, citizens and student volunteers. The position requires a combination of office (70%) and field work (30%).

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[job]: Human Rights Project Manager, FishWise (Santa Cruz, CA)

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FishWise is a sustainable seafood consultancy that promotes the health and recovery of ocean ecosystems through environmentally and socially responsible practices. FishWise uses market-based approaches to achieve responsible business practices and create change on the water. This science-based and business-friendly approach has allowed FishWise to build partnerships and strong working relationships with industry, government, and NGOs.

We are seeking a Project Manager to advance social responsibility and protect human and labor rights within seafood supply chains. The Project Manager will be responsible for research, development, and execution of work plans on human rights, under the direction of the Project Director – Human Rights Lead. Work plan goals are threefold: 1) to create tools and recommendations that help the seafood industry improve traceability and eliminate products that are harvested illegally, or associated with human rights abuses, from their supply chains; 2) to facilitate discussions between key players to find novel solutions to human rights, labor, and social compliance challenges; and 3) to communicate progress and updates to a core group of NGOs, industry, and other stakeholders. The Project Manager will achieve these goals by building strong relationships with the seafood industry, government, academia, and NGOs.

Reporting: This position reports to the Project Director – Human Rights Lead.

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[job]: Permanent Fish Biologist I (WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife, Vancouver, WA)

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Salary
$2,873.00 – $3,740.00 Monthly $2,873.00 – $3,740.00 Monthly
Location
Clark County – Vancouver, WA Clark County – Vancouver, WA
Job Type
Full Time – Permanent
Department
Dept. of Fish and Wildlife
Job Number
2016-04596
Closing
5/19/2016 5:00 PM Pacific

This position reports to the Region 5 Chinook VSP Monitoring Lead Biologist. This position provides assistance to the lead biologist responsible for implementing the project and will be responsible for specific pieces of the overall project. Duties for the position include, but are not limited to: 1.) supervising and conducting spawning ground surveys for Chinook salmon for several Lower Columbia River (LCR) populations including the Washougal, Kalama, White Salmon and EF Lewis, 2.) supervising and conducting weir operations at the Washougal River Resistance Board Weir, 3.) overseeing data entry and QA/QC, 4.) assisting the lead biologist in preparing management/research report to fulfill annual reporting requirements, 5.) Reviewing, editing, and developing permits and landowner agreements for several LCR weirs and net pens throughout Region 5 for review by the Region 5 Hatchery Reform Manager, and 6.) participating in the regional non-permanent Scientific Technician 2 hiring process and supervising technical staff.

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[job]: Coastal Discovery Center Assistant Manager, OMSI (Newport, OR)

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The Coastal Discovery Center Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting the Coastal Discovery Center Manager in successfully running OMSI Outdoors programs, including but not limited to, Outdoor School, Summer Science Camp, Rental Groups, and Family Weekends. This position is also responsible for coordinating and implementing programs, developing curriculum, supervision of summer camp counselors, and providing administrative support. The position requires living on-site near Newport, Oregon at the Coastal Discovery Center.

Participate in programs/initiatives to enhance corporate culture, such as:

  • Working effectively with and supporting volunteers throughout the organization
  • Supporting OMSI’s Total Guest Experience/Customer Service mission & objectives in daily job performance, including diversity initiatives
  • Professionally represent OMSI with all internal and external contacts with appropriate appearance, action and communication.

Application deadline: June 3, 2016

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[job]: Marine Animal Rescue Specialist, Marine Animal Rescue (California)

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POSITION: MARINE ANIMAL RESCUE SPECIALIST

LOCATION: MAR’s authorized territory is Los Angeles County from Pacific Palisades to Long Beach and west to Catalina, California.

HOURS: 8 HOURS PER DAY 2 DAYS PER WEEK Be prepared to work long days from February to June.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience and skills

JOB DESCRIPTION: Must be available five days a week, 8 hours per day for response, rescue and transportation of marine animals. Will be responsible for accurately evaluating the condition of a stranded marine animal. Will be responsible for conducting rescue operations on beaches, rock jetties, docks and other common as well as uncommon stranding locations, and to learn the proper use of specialized marine animal rescue, transportation and safety equipment. Must be able to work in cooperation with local agencies and volunteers and be responsible to know all local, state and Federal laws pertaining to the rescuing of marine animals.

START: Within a few months

REFERENCES AND REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Provide background/references
  • A valid drivers license with no points
  • Minimum one year experience in rescuing seals and sea lions
  • Must correctly identify local marine animal species along with knowledge of birthing seasons and natural behaviors of marine animals
  • Some animal-related emergency medical experience
  • Must meet challenging physical fitness requirements
  • 24 hour Hazwhoper certificate
  • Small boat handling
  • Able to drive 4WD Pickup truck

OTHER REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Maintain rescue and transportation equipment
  • Responsible for school visits
  • Must be enthusiastic with good communication skills and be able to work with others, including Coast Guard, Lifeguards, Police, etc.
  • When on-call, must answer calls promptly
  • Must pass County Beach Safety Driving Course
  • Coordinate volunteers

MAR is looking for committed individuals who would like to make rescuing marine animals a career. Training will be provided by MAR to ensure continued high level of response for any marine animal calls. MAR will not consider candidates looking for a temporary position. Long-term applicants will be the only ones considered.

Send in your cover letter, resume and references to the email address below.

Contact: Peter Wallerstein, pw@marspecialists.org

[job]: Facilities Maintenance Technician, The Marine Mammal Center (Sausalito, CA)

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The Facilities Maintenance Technician is part of a team of 6 staff responsible for inspecting, operating and maintaining The Center’s buildings and physical facilities. Duties include light building maintenance, landscaping and assisting other technicians with project work. This position reports to the Life Support and Facilities Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) Specialist.

Core Competencies: areas of proficiency, abilities, etc.

  • Basic plumbing skills
  • Basic fabrication skills
  • Light Mechanical systems work
  • Painting
  • Effective verbal, listening communications skills
  • Decision making and problem solving skills
  • Good time management and the ability to work unsupervised

Specific duties: actual job duties and responsibilities

  • Perform minor facility maintenance such as painting, landscaping & weeding
  • Perform daily inspections on building systems
  • Perform maintenance tasks on building equipment
  • Isolate, troubleshoot and coordinate the repair of faulty building systems
  • Provide support on fabrication projects
  • Provide support to outside contractors
  • Interface and communicate effectively with The Center’s rescue and animal care workforce (staff and volunteers)
  • Provide support for other departments

Qualifications: education, training, etc. needed

  • The incumbent would normally attain the required knowledge and skills through related experience.
  • Experience in safe work practices, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and the understanding of material safety data sheets (MSDS).
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • A valid California driver’s license

Work environment & physical demands

  • Must be able to work a full time rotating schedule that covers all hours of the day, all days of the week including weekends and holidays
  • Must be able to use PPE, including a respirator
  • Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs
  • Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions

The deadline for applications is Wednesday, May 18, 2016

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