Marine Patrol Law Enforcement Officer

About the role

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life. Description of Work This Marine Patrol Officer position is responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of the Marine Fisheries Commission. Law enforcement work involves patrolling an assigned area for response to complaints or calls for service and for detection of violations in the enforcement of State laws and applicable regulations. Duties include apprehending violators committing offenses, investigating violations or complaints to assess and handle cases, collecting and preserving evidence and following the chain of custody, testifying in court proceedings, and performing related work. The N.C. Marine Patrol Officer may also simultaneously carry out responsibilities of patrol officer, inspector, and/or investigator.

Responsibilities

• Patrol coastal land and water areas to inspect fish houses, seafood dealers, and fishermen for compliance with laws and regulations governing the taking, processing, and shipping of seafood.
• Communicate to the public statutes and regulations governing size limits, the opening and closing of seasons, and waters closed to fishing.
• Inspect boats used in the taking of clams, oysters, finfish, scallops, crabs, and shrimp to determine that vessels and fishermen are properly licensed, and the catch has been made according to laws and regulations governing license, size, amount, and legal gear requirements.
• Operate small boats or assist in the operation of large boats to check fishing operations in North Carolina coastal waters.
• Apprehend and cite violators of Marine Fisheries laws and rules and testify in court.
• Ensure assigned equipment is kept to high operational readiness as well as with general maintenance.
• Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
• Recruitment Range - $45,506 - $54,960
• Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above.
• Dare County - The recommended candidate for this position will be expected to physically live within the area of Rodanthe to Ocracoke, North Carolina.
• For additional information about Marine Fisheries Law Enforcement, visit:
• NC DMF Law Enforcement Video - Jan 2019
• Helicopter Operations Training partnership with US Coast Guard .
• Career of a Marine Patrol Officer
• The Division of Marine Fisheries
• If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
• Minimum Education and Experience
• High school or General Educational Developmen

Benefits

Additional Information

Agency Dept of Environmental Quality Division Marine Fisheries Job Classification Title Marine Fisheries LE Officer I (S) Position Number 60032674 Grade SW04

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