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Data Management Specialist 2 (Natural Sciences) (17-874)
URL: http://www.psmfc.org
Company / Organization: Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission
Pay Rate: $20.31 - 32.97/h
Type: Full-time
City: Portland
State or Country if outside US: Oregon
Application Deadline: 14-May-17
Duration: Full Year (12 months or more)
Description:
PACIFIC STATES MARINE FISHERIES COMMISSION POSITION DESCRIPTION Title: Data Management Specialist 2 (Natural Sciences) (17-874) Location: Portland, Oregon (97202) Position Type: Full Year (12 months or more), Hourly/Non-Exempt Benefits Eligible: Yes | www.psmfc.org/benefits Salary Target: $20.31 - 32.97/hour, DOE Job Number: 17-874 How to Apply: Online at www.psmfc.org/careers Closing Date: May 14, 2017 at 9pm PT Group Definition: Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences) use a background in the natural sciences as they assist in the population, maintenance, enhancement and distribution of databases. They locate, obtain, standardize, enter, verify, and correct various data sets related to project goals and work plans. Position/Project Specifics: The Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSFMC), Recreational Fisheries Information Network (RecFIN) is hiring a full time Data Management Specialist 2 (Natural Sciences) to be located in Portland, Oregon. RecFIN is responsible for (1) developing and maintaining a data system that consolidates state and federal marine recreational fishery information within a single database, (2) providing value-added analysis and interpretation, and (3) disseminating this information to fishery analysts, managers, scientists, and anglers. The duties of this Data Management Specialist position will include, but are not limited to: • Coordination and collaboration with key West coast fishery managers, Pacific Fishery Management Council staff, NOAA stock assessment scientists and others. • Assisting staff in the development of custom queries and summaries to support a broad range of data requests. • Data analysis and interpretation • Write documentation such as data dictionaries, user manuals, and other agency documents • Communicate issues and needs to source agencies technical and non-technical staff This program is part of the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission (PSMFC), which offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package. Our office is located on the Willamette River in the Sellwood neighborhood of Portland, Oregon, just off the Springwater Corridor. We offer a casual and friendly workplace. Essential Functions: At the lower end of the range, Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences) will: • Compile project data into standardized electronic data formats. This includes accessing filed information and verifying its accuracy and completeness, performing data entry, electronic data transfer, editing, and error checking. • Extract relevant data which may be presented in many different text and numeric formats, reports, tables, graphics, or figures. • Maintain local versions of datasets in accordance with established regional database exchange formats and standards. • Maintain a local archive of current and historical reports and documents. Coordinate the regular transfer of reference materials to archives and libraries. • Train technical and general users in the use of database applications through individual instruction and/or group presentations. • Create queries, summaries, and/or maps in response to requests for customized data. • Prepare and manipulate various data and graphic outputs for use in reports, presentations and internet applications using standardized retrieval scripts. At the upper end of the range, employees will: • Develop and implement databases and libraries. Includes acquiring new data as well as taking previously created or historical databases or spreadsheets and integrating them. Data sources vary in format including database, spreadsheet, and survey data sets. Custom interfaces may be required. • Produce written research and statistical reports (including graphs, tables, maps, and text), data sets, and data summaries using a variety of analytical techniques and software tools. This involves the master-level use of database retrieval scripts. • Document data handling and reporting to ensure consistency and validity of data between and within sites. Files may come from sources that use different computer hardware, sof
Requirements:
Minimum Qualification Requirements: A range of experience and education may be presented. Candidates must present one year of Specialized Experience** AND four years of successfully completed education above high school in the natural sciences (biology, fishery biology, environmental science, aquatic science, geology, chemistry, physics, mathematics). An equivalent combination of experience and education is also qualifying. **Specialized Experience is experience that equips the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position being filled. To be creditable, Specialized Experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. ______________________________________ Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is an Affirmative Action (AA) and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status. If you have a disability and need assistance completing the application form, you may call the PSMFC human resources office at (503) 595-3100 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST, Monday-Friday. Reasonable accommodations for interviews will be provided upon request to individuals with disabilities. We maintain a drug-free workplace.
Point of Contact: PSMFC Human Resources
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