Aquatic Habitat Research Coordinator (IF-60033957)
Quick Summary
$63,927 - $ 72,770 Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Ability to identify native and non-native aquatic plants found in North Carolina and surrounding states.
Valid NC Driver’s License is required within 90 days of employment. NC Pesticide Applicators License is required within 12 months of employment.
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) is the state government agency created to conserve and sustain the state’s fish and wildlife resources through research, scientific management, wise use and public input. The NCWRC is the regulatory agency responsible for the enforcement of North Carolina’s fishing, hunting, trapping, and boating laws. The agency has an operational budget of approximately $100 million and employs approximately 700 full-time staff and 100 seasonal temporary staff across the state, including wildlife and fisheries biologists and technicians, wildlife law enforcement officers, wildlife educators, communication specialists, and customer service, information technology and administrative professionals. The NCWRC Mission is to conserve North Carolina’s wildlife resources and their habitats and provide programs and opportunities that allow hunters, anglers, boaters, and other outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy wildlife-associated recreation.
The NC Wildlife Resources Commission’s Inland Fisheries Division manages, conserves, enhances, and restores the State’s freshwater fishes, mollusks, crayfish and supporting aquatic habitats through fisheries research, fisheries management, hatchery operation, and habitat conservation.
The Aquatic Habitat Research Coordinator is responsible for designing, coordinating, and conducting aquatic habitat enhancement projects and research statewide. The position serves as a liaison between the Commission and other state and federal agencies, universities, tribes, and private organizations; providing technical guidance and information transfer to them. Activities are conducted statewide. Some projects may involve the temporary supervision of one or more conservation technicians, temporary employees, interns, or volunteers. The position is responsible for facility operations at both the Sykes Aquatic Habitat Nursery and Sykes Depot.
The schedule associated with this position is Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week. This position has statewide responsibilities and requires seasonal travel. Assignments, work, and projects may be based in any location across the state. This position will be based out of our Wildlife Resources Commission Sykes Depot in Mebane, NC (Alamance County).
RECRUITMENT RANGE: $63,927 - $ 72,770
- Ability to identify native and non-native aquatic plants found in North Carolina and surrounding states.
- Demonstrated experience with horticulture of native aquatic plants.
- Knowledge of aquatic ecosystems and fisheries management in North Carolina.
- Demonstrated ability to plan aquatic habitat projects.
- Experience utilizing outside partners and volunteers including angling groups and other conservation minded organizations to complete projects.
Requirements
~1 min read- Valid NC Driver’s License is required within 90 days of employment.
- NC Pesticide Applicators License is required within 12 months of employment.
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
All applicants applying for employment opportunities must create and submit a comprehensive candidate profile using State of North Carolina Careers for the State of North Carolina. All Required Education and Experience must be included in the candidate profile to receive consideration during the selection and salary administration processes.
What We Offer
~1 min readCONTACT INFORMATION:
NC Wildlife Resources Commission
Human Resources Office
Phone: 919-707-0101
Fax: 919-707-0108
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- October 1, 2026
- First seen
- October 2, 2026
- Last seen
- October 2, 2026
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