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Title  

Fisheries Officer (Bangor Erris, Co May)

Reference     (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors   Hydrology, Hydrogeology, Water Resources
Location   Republic of Ireland - Europe
Town/City   Dublin
Type   Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status   Full Time
Level   First Level
Deadline   09/06/2020
Company Name   Inland Fisheries Ireland
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Description  

The role of Fisheries Officer has 2 main areas of responsibility:

  • Fisheries Protection
  • Fisheries Conservation & Development

*The following attempts to outline in a broad sense the key areas of responsibility associated with a Fisheries Officer post. However other responsibilities may arise as the requirements of our environment and stakeholders change over time.

Main Responsibilties:

Fisheries Protection

  • Patrol lakes, rivers, sea, coast and estuaries to check for check for illegal fishing
  • Detect and report pollution, take samples and gather information
  • Inspect commercial Salmon & Sea Trout licence holders
  • Inspect recreational anglers for licence and/or permit, checking compliance with regulations and bye-laws
  • Issue Fixed Penalty Notices
  • Apprehend offenders, gather evidence, attend proceedings, give evidence, provide reports for legal advisers
  • Operate and maintain boats
  • Maintenance of vehicles, RIBs, and surveillance equipment
  • Assist with general enquiries from the public
  • Communicate with external bodies, i.e. Clubs, Fishery owners etc
  • Write reports
  • Support team members in stake-outs at night /early morning
  • Keep up to date with legislation and relevant scientific and technical developments

Fisheries Development / Maintenance

  • Contribute to habitat improvement schemes (including improving fisheries access and infrastructure)
  • Conduct research survey work and monitor scientific data
  • Electro-fishing and netting including catching, measuring, examining and releasing fish
  • Provide assistance for angling festivals and competitions 

Job requirements

Essential Requirements:

  • Leaving Certificate or equivalent
  • A full driving licence valid in the State
  • No convictions under the Irish Fisheries Legislation
  • Eligible to work in the State
  • Fluent English – both in spoken and written English
  • Good knowledge of computer skills including MS Office
  • Reside close to base (for call-out purposes, successful candidates must reside within at least 60 mins drive of their assigned base location)
  • Competent in and on the water (both at sea and in lakes and rivers)
  • Demonstrates a passion / strong interest in promoting, protecting and conserving our natural resources

SKILLS

  • Ability to form effective working relationships with team members, members of the public and IFI’s stakeholders
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Flexible approach to work and hours
  • Commitment to the job and demonstrates self-motivation

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in a similar environment
  • Ability to tow trailers
  • Safe pass
  • Powerboat Level 2
  • Kayaking Level 3
  • Knowledge of fisheries legislation

SALARY

Fishery Officer, appointments will normally be made at the first point of the scale:

€25,188, €26,640, €27,478, €28,617, €29,515, €30,451, €31,135, €32,097, €32,899, €33,539, €34,495, €35,463, €36,863 (LSI1), €38,648 (LSI2)

An unsocial hour’s allowance of up to €3,147 will be payable pro-rata at either 50% or 100% relative to the number of unsocial hours worked

WORKING HOURS

Fisheries officers work a 39-hour week and this will include weekends, evenings, early morning and late nights.

Tenure: this post is offered on a permanent basis 

Closing date is 5pm Tuesday 9th June 2020

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