Biologist 1 (Marine) / Trainee 1 / 2 – NY HELPS

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The role

This job title has a diverse set of responsibilities, revolving around marine fisheries, shell fisheries, marine habitat management, and fishery data and quota management. The incumbent will assume administrative, supervisory, technical responsibilities and outreach which support the programs within the Division of Marine Resources (DMR).

This position is focused on the evaluation, monitoring, and management of marine natural resources and habitat, specifically submerged aquatic vegetation within New York’s Marine and Coastal District. Specific assignments could change based upon circumstances and the needs of the Division.

Responsibilities

• Conduct/oversee field surveys, including in-water assessments requiring swimming proficiency, and data collection/entry/analysis.
• Coordinate with staff and various partners/stakeholder groups to identify seagrass management areas (SMA’s).
• Develop seagrass management area plans (SMAP’s) and guide development of rules and regulations, if necessary, to protect and manage seagrass in New York State.
• Providing input and analyses on the impacts of major projects on marine fisheries and habitat resources within the Marine and Coastal District including off shore wind development, pipeline placement, and dredging.
• Review proposals for research, monitoring, restoration, education or other initiatives related to marine fisheries and habitat resources and provide feedback.
• Represent New York State on various management committees and workgroups in the development of seagrass management plans.
• Serve as the principal liaison on matters related to seagrass management, while executing educational outreach campaigns.
• Preparation of reports, staff supervision and training, participation in meetings, and aiding, as needed, the work of other Marine Resources units.

Qualifications and experience

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.

• A bachelor’s or higher degree including or supplemented by 18 semester credit hours in qualifying marine science subjects, such as biological oceanography, coastal ecology, fisheries science, marine ecology, marine botany, seagrass ecosystems, and tidal wetlands ecology. The full list of qualifying courses is in the original posting.
• Examples of Non-Qualifying Courses: botany, freshwater aquatic biology, genetics, hydrology, limnology, microbiology, physiology, zoology. Internship Max of 4 credit hours.
• Current and former New York State employees may also qualify through reassignment, reinstatement, or transfer; see the original posting for details.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain, work in remote areas and in adverse weather conditions, and lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

Salary and benefits

From $56,183 to $88,970 annually. For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range). Benefits package worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan

Location and schedule

Based in Kings Park, NY (Suffolk County). Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM, 37.5 hours per week. Telecommuting may be available up to 50% of work schedule, will be discussed at interview. Travel, including overnight travel, may be required.

Deadline and how to apply

Applications due 21 October 2026. Please email/mail your resume to PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-226025 on your letter/resume and also in the subject line of the email or it may not be accepted. Provide a copy of your college transcript with your reply; an unofficial copy is acceptable.