Marine Patrol Law Enforcement Officer

State of North Carolina

. Enforce Marine Fisheries Commission rules and regulations .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeNorth Carolina • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $45,506 - $62,105 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enforcing Marine Fisheries Commission regulations, conducting inspections, and operating boats in coastal waters. Proficient in investigating violations, preserving evidence, and testifying in court to uphold marine law compliance.

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NC Probationary Law Enforcement CertificationBasic Law Enforcement TrainingCoastal Patrol OperationsEvidence PreservationCourt Testimony

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Hard Skills

Marine Fisheries Regulations EnforcementInspection of Fishing OperationsApprehension of ViolatorsEvidence CollectionBoat Operation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Small BoatsLarge Boats

Certifications & Qualifications

NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification

Industry Keywords

Marine FisheriesCoastal WatersFishing ComplianceChain of CustodyCourt Proceedings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Enforce Marine Fisheries Commission rules and regulations
Patrol assigned coastal land and water areas in response to complaints, calls for service, and suspected violations
Inspect fish houses, seafood dealers, fishermen, boats, fishing operations, licenses, catches, and legal gear
Communicate statutes and regulations governing size limits, fishing seasons, and closed waters to the public
Operate small boats or assist with operating large boats in North Carolina coastal waters
Apprehend and cite violators of Marine Fisheries laws and rules
Investigate violations and complaints, assess cases, collect and preserve evidence, and follow chain of custody
Testify in court proceedings
Maintain assigned equipment in high operational readiness and perform general maintenance
Simultaneously carry out patrol officer, inspector, and/or investigator responsibilities as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma
Must complete all requirements for an NC Probationary Law Enforcement Certification, including Basic Law Enforcement Training, within one year of employment
Must be at least 20 years of age
Possession of a valid driver's license
Must reside in the area assigned to patrol
Ability to patrol coastal land and water areas and operate small boats or assist with large boats
Ability to inspect vessels, fishing operations, fish houses, seafood dealers, and fishermen for compliance with laws and regulations
Ability to apprehend and cite violators, investigate complaints and violations, preserve evidence, maintain chain of custody, and testify in court

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Equal employment opportunity protections
Reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy-related limitations, and religious beliefs, observances, and practices