I.M. Systems Group (www.imsg.com), a contractor to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Silver Spring, MD, seeks an individual to serve as a Data Management and Observing System Coordinator for NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP). This individual will work with CRCP (www.coralreef.noaa.gov/) to coordinate data and observing efforts across line offices to ensure consistent planning, development, integration, and implementation of programmatic efforts.
NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program supports effective management and sound science to preserve, sustain and restore valuable coral reef ecosystems. This position is with the program’s National Environmental Satellite Data and Information Service (NESDIS) line office in Silver Spring, MD. Core Responsibilities: • Lead the CRCP Data Management and Coral Reef Ecosystem Integrated Observing System (CREIOS) Working Groups. • Coordinate the development of a Data Management Plan. • Manage the Proposal Database project. • Provide program-level reporting on all relevant issues. • Coordinate the planning and implementation of projects across line offices. • Serve as representative to various CRCP teams. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: • Master’s degree (strongly preferred) or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as marine science, biology, marine policy, environmental management, or policy. • Three-five years of program or project planning. • Experience in development of data management plans or frameworks. • Familiarity with coral reef conservation and management issues. • Strong verbal and writing skills. • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. • Self-motivated energetic strategic thinker. • Ability to work well individually and cooperatively with a range of individuals. • Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and to shift priorities as needed. • Technical proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Desired Qualifications: • Familiarity with NOAA or experience working in other federal agencies. • Experience working in a matrix organization and/or demonstrated ability working in team settings. • Experience identifying management needs for coral reef data and information and experience with NOAA’s coral reef data and observations. The Data Management and Observing Systems Coordinator will be required to travel to regional offices and other relevant meetings. To Apply: Applications will be accepted until December 14, 2009. Qualified candidates may apply by e-mailing a cover letter, resume, and 3 references (MS Word format strongly preferred) to the following email: [email protected] with the subject heading: NOA09045– NESDIS Data Management and Observing Systems Coordinator. The salary for this position is commensurate with experience. IMSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
