Carly Burns

Experience

1. New England Fisheries Observer Program

   A.I.S. Inc.

   Mar 2025 — Present

   NEFOP certification, USGC safety ceetifcation• Conduct at-sea monitoring of commercial fishing operations, ensuring regulatory compliance for New England and Mid-Atlantic fisheries’ reports that inform catch regulations and population dynamics reports.• Accurately identify 70+ marine species (fish, seabirds, mammals, turtles, sharks) through advanced training and field expertise.• Collect, verify, and input biological data (length, weight, quantity, retention status) to federal databases.• Assess vessel gear selectivity and operational practices,to ensure compliance with regulations, demonstrating the specific environmental impacts of the gear used. • Perform U.S. Coast Guard safety inspections prior to departure, mitigating safety risks for crew and observers.• Coordinated with vessel captains to optimize trip logistics and ensure accurate data collection for fisheries reports.