Environmental Specialist - Fisheries
Integrated Statistics is looking for an Environmental Specialist to work
with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National
Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), which administers NOAA's programs in
the Northeastern United States to manage living marine resources for
optimum use. NMFS’s Protected Resources Division (PRD) is dedicated to
managing, conserving, and rebuilding populations of marine mammals and
endangered and threatened marine and anadromous species in rivers, bays,
estuaries, and marine waters of the Northeast. The Environmental
Specialist will work closely with the Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle
Program within PRD, which implements conservation programs for
endangered and protected marine mammals and sea turtles.
The Environmental Specialist assists in the implementation of
conservation programs to reduce interactions between commercial
fisheries and the North Atlantic right whale under the Marine Mammal
Protection Act. Tasks include assisting in the development and
implementation of policies and analyses to support the Atlantic Large
Whale Take Reduction Plan and the Atlantic Large Whale Take Reduction
Team. This may also include assisting in the development of analyses
related to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
* This position is concerned with regulatory and analytical
processes, and does not involve field research.*
*Duties*
The specific tasks include:
* Assisting in the development and implementation of policies and
regulations under the MMPA's take reduction process, including
efforts to reduce entanglements of North Atlantic right whales in
commercial fisheries.
* Assisting in the preparation of environmental impact statement and
associated analyses related to reducing protected species bycatch in
commercial fisheries including developing supporting analyses
pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, National Environmental
Policy Act, and other relevant statutes and policies.
* Conducting analyses and other preparatory work for meetings of Take
Reduction Teams, and particularly the Atlantic Large Whale Take
Reduction Team.
* As needed, assisting in conducting analyses to support efforts to
implement Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
* Helping to create mitigation measures associated with emerging
threats outside of the take reduction process, including consulting
on the impact of Exempted Fishing Permit projects on protected species.
*Qualifications*
* A Bachelor’s or higher degree in marine science, fisheries science,
environmental management, natural resource management, marine
policy, ecology, public policy, or a related field of study.
* A demonstrated understanding of policies, regulations, and processes
for fisheries and protected species management, particularly those
related to marine species listed under the Endangered Species Act,
Marine Mammal Protection Act, Magnuson-Stevens Act and other
Atlantic Coastal Acts, and environmental analysis under the National
Environmental Policy Act or other appropriate legislation.
* At least three years of specialized work experience in marine
environmental regulatory or policy analysis.
* Excellent communication skills. A writing sample may be requested.
* Ability to work independently, and to meet appropriate project
milestones.
* US citizenship or green card.
* Familiarity with R, ArcGIS, and other analytical tools. Familiarity
with LINUX/UNIX is a plus but not required.
The position is expected to last approximately 18 months. The position
is eligible for the benefits described on the Integrated Statistics
website. To apply for this position, go to
https://jobs.intstats.com/JobDetails.jsp?jobListingId=277 or visit
www.integratedstatistics.com, click Employment Opportunities, click the
job name and click the Apply Here link.
Integrated Statistics is an equal opportunity employer and will not
discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age,
color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, gender
identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification
protected by federal, state, or local law. Consistent with its
obligations under federal law, Integrated Statistics is committed to
taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified
women, minorities, disabled individuals, special disabled veterans,
veterans of the Vietnam era, and other eligible veterans. For assistance
with accessibility of applications, posters, forms, and/or documents,
please email the Integrated Statistics office.
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Integrated Statistics, Inc.
16 Sumner Street
Woods Hole, MA 02543
Cell: (508) 648-8308
Office: (508) 540-8560
Fax: (508) 721-6841
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