Fisheries Small Vessel Captain

Job description

ERT is seeking a Fisheries Small Vessel Captain to support fisheries stock assessments and ecosystem-based fisheries and protected species management in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, southeastern Atlantic (South Atlantic), and Caribbean regions. This position is based in Pascagoula, MS and will provide support within the Gear Unit. Responsibilities: - Harvesting Unit Gear Support: Assist with construction and maintenance of selective fishing gear such as TEDs and BRDs used as training aids for fishers and for use in Unit research projects. - Harvesting Unit Research: Provide gear expertise and assistance in support of Unit research projects. - Laboratory Support: Provide fishing gear expertise and at-sea support to Mississippi Laboratories survey cruises. - Class III Vessel Support: Conduct maintenance; preparation and operation of Mississippi Laboratory Class III research vessels and perform duties as First Mate or Captain aboard such vessels for Mississippi Laboratories research cruises. Responsible for aspects of vessel operation such as safe navigation, vessel cleanliness and seaworthiness, safe handling of all cargo and deck equipment, inventory of vessel stores and assisting vesse...