Local Data Entry Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission is seekingtwoData Management Specialiststosupporttheimplementation of theElectronic MonitoringProgram in the PacificIslands region.The Pacific Islands ElectronicMonitoringProgram is on the leading edge of deploying electronic monitoring in the region's commercial pelagic longline fishery. The successful candidate(s)will have the opportunity tohelp developthe program'sdata reviewanddatamanagementsystems,standardoperating procedures, and data distribution capabilities tosupport scientific research and management of the pelagic longline fishery.

Thesepositionsare located in Honolulu, Hawaii.This is afull-year, full-time positionswith benefits.

The PSMFC Hawaii program is adding multiple positions. We encourage you to review all open job postings and apply for any roles that match your skills.

Role/Project Specifics:

The core function of thisroleinvolves the review, interpretation, and data entry of information from video footage recorded on commercial fishing vessels inthe Pacific Islands region. This includes documentingtripand haul information, as well as catchspeciesidentification, quantification, and fate frompelagic longline fishing trips. The successful candidate(s)will have a working knowledge of at-sea commercial fishery practices,proficiencyin visually identifying fishand protected species, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.Thisrolerequires the ability to board active longline vessels to retrieve and replace Electronic Monitoring (EM) system storage drives, then process and log the collected data into our data storage system. This role is computer-intensive and requires prolonged periods of reviewing and analyzing video footage.

In addition to the fundamental video reviewfunctiondescribed above,theworkwill requireclose coordination with the EM Project Manager andwilldemandleadershipduties forthe project's EM review team. The limitedleadershiprole includesthese duties:

• Developing standard operating procedures

• Training EMvideo reviewers

• Planning EM video reviewer tasks, including EM system data retrieval

• Providingproceduraladvice andsupportto EM video reviewers

• Assisting the Project Manager with administrative tasks

• Data management

• Report writing and data distribution

• EM database and library development

• Conducting site visits andoutreach to the fishing industry

The successful candidate(s)willpossessgood writtenand verbal communication skills.Relevant work experience in asmallteam leadership roleis desirable.

Group Definition: Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences) use a background in the natural sciences as theyassistin the population, maintenance,enhancementand distribution of databases. Theylocate, obtain, standardize, enter, verify, and correct various data sets related to project goals and work plans.

EssentialFunctions:The functions listed below are characteristic of the type and level of work associated with this group and pay band. They are notall-inclusive. Individual positions may perform some or all, as well as other similar work.

At the lower end of the range, Data Management Specialists (Natural Sciences):

• 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 datasetsin accordance withestablished 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.
• Perform a variety of tasks related to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) that may include map preparation, geo-referencing biological and habitat data,maintaininglocation information tables,editingand updating hydrography GIS coverages, andmaintainingmetadata for data sets and GIS coverages.
• Train technical and general users in the use of database applications throughindividual instructionand/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,presentationsand internet applications using standardized retrieval scripts.

At the upper end of the range, employees:

• Develop and implement databases and libraries. Includesacquiringnew 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 berequired.
• 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.
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• 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, software systems/protocols, and different communication packages.
• Maintain and update data catalogs, data catalog directories, and metadata.
• Perform system maintenance and backups. This includes routine database checkpoints, checkpoint verification, tuning, data-process merges, and user account management. Restore files whenrequired.
• Perform Help Desk functions, responding to on-line user inquiries about access to the database and data retrievals, the execution of query scripts, and standard report programs.

Knowledge Required by the Position:

The employee must have knowledge of:

• Natural sciences

• Familiarity with visual identificationof pelagic and HMS fish specieswith preference forthoseoccurringin the Pacific Island region

• Familiarity with visual identification of marine mammals, sea turtles,andseabirds

• Personal computers and software packages and applications for databases, spreadsheets, and word processing

• Computing experience, including good data entry skillssufficient tosuccessfully conduct the following tasks: input data;retrievestructure information; edit,combineand manipulate data; and/or provide reports for users. This knowledge allows the employee to assess or interpret the significance of the results and relate that to the overallobjectiveof the assignment.

• Data management concepts, principles, and methods

• Quality assurance principles

• Experience leading small teams

Additional Desirable Knowledge and Skills:

• At-sea fisheries observer experience, preferably in the Pacific Island region, and on pelagic longline vessels

• Video Review Experience

• Understanding of Electronic Monitoring (EM) technology, including hardware handling and data workflows

• Knowledge of Quality Assurance principles

• Strong Organizational Skills

• Data Management concepts,principlesand methods

• Technical writing to create SOP's and operating manuals

Physical Demands:

The work is a hybrid of sedentary office tasks and active field duties. Officework involves sitting for extended periods or carrying light loads of papers, books, reports, data storage media, etc. Significant amounts of time may be spent on the phone or computer.Field duties require the ability to safely embark and disembark commercial longline vessels, walking and maneuvering on uneven,wetor moving surfaces,traversingactive pier environments, and the ability to maneuver inpossibly crampedvessel quarters to access Electronic Monitoring (EM) hardware.

Work Environment:

The office work area is adequately lit and ventilated. The work involves the common risks or discomforts typical of office, meeting rooms, libraries, and the like.Work environment for field duties will be outdoors on a commercial pier, which includes moving of heavy machinery, loudnoisesand varying weather conditions. While onboard vessels may involve confined spaces, diesel fumes, wet,unevenand moving surfaces.