Observer candidates are recruited and hired by independent FMA-permitted
observer provider companies. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree
in fisheries, wildlife biology, or a related field of biology or natural
resource management. Observers must be capable of performing strenuous physical
labor, and working independently without direct supervision under stressful
conditions. For a complete list of candidate requirements, see FMA
qualifications.
If you are hired, your observer provider will sponsor you to attend a 3-week observer training course to prepare you for the position. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be certified as a groundfish observer. |
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