Inland Fisheries Ireland

About Inland Fisheries Ireland

You don’t need to have a love of fishing to work in IFI…however you do need to have an affinity for the aquatic environment, be fit and embrace an outdoor lifestyle. Fisheries officers work on inland, freshwater and marine fisheries. This exciting job involves protecting our Country’s inland and sea environments for fish and other organisms as well as surveying, taking samples and keeping records of fish numbers, educating and advising the public about sustainable fishing, analysing data, producing reports and corresponding with governing bodies and recreational fishing clubs and associations. We are looking for enthusiastic people to join our existing teams nationwide in their pursuit of managing our Country’s fish populations and conserving our nations beautiful biodiversity for future generations. OUR VALUES In IFI we place a critical importance on how the works gets done and how we work with each other and our external stakeholders. It is our organisations vision ‘’to place the inland fisheries resource in the best sustainable position possible for the benefit of future generations’’. Our core values are:- We act with respect and integrity We work collaboratively with professionalism We are committed to stewardship and sustainability We are open, transparent and accountable 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 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. Closing Date for applications: 5pm 16th March 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 TENURE Appointment to this position will be on six month fixed term contract

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