Fisheries Officer
Monitors and manages Jamaica’s marine and freshwater fish stocks — enforcing fisheries law, supporting fisherfolk, and promoting sustainable harvesting.
Typical Salary
J$1.8M
to J$3.5M per year
Open Roles
80+
across Jamaica
Job Market
Stable
FAO coastal management
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Career Paths
Fisheries Assistant→Fisheries Officer→Senior Fisheries Officer→Director Fisheries (MICAF)
Salary Range in Jamaica
Mid J$2.6M
Entry: J$1.8MSenior: J$3.5M
Key Skills
Marine biology
Fisheries law enforcement
Stock assessment
Aquaculture advisory
Community liaison
Vessel inspection
Data collection
Report writing
Education
Minimum Entry
- BSc Marine Biology or Aquatic Sciences
Preferred
- MSc Fisheries Science
- FAO fisheries management training
Professional Qualifications
- BSc Marine Biology (UWI)
- MICAF appointment
- FAO fisheries training
- MSc Fisheries Science (advantageous)
Market Trend
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