[Jpjobs] FW: [FellowsCareers] Weekly DC Marine Community Job Listings - multiple locations
Collins, Margaret
MCollins at nas.edu
Mon Mar 14 18:16:30 EDT 2011
Margaret R. Goud Collins, Ph.D.
The National Academies
phone: (508)548-2502
email: mcollins at nas.edu<mailto:mcollins at nas.edu>
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Subject: [FellowsCareers] Weekly DC Marine Community Job Listings - multiple locations
This week's openings:
Stock assessment Position - Gulf and Caribbean Branch
Marine and Coastal Habitat Restoration Position
Federal Policy Director
LEGISLATIVE STAFFER
Commercial Fisheries Specialist - Position No. FP049V
Program Manager at the North Pacific Research Board
Business Development Director
Communications and Outreach Coordinator
Sector Manager
Coastal Ecosystem Learning Center Coordinator Position
Marine Research Associate III
Program Coordinator: Adapting to Climate Change
Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture)
COMPASS Program Coordinator
SUMMER OUTREACH MANAGER
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Stock assessment Position - Gulf and Caribbean Branch
Miami, FL
The Gulf and Caribbean Fisheries Branch of the Southeast Fisheries Science Center (Miami, FL) is seeking creative scientists to fill several new fishery research positions. Successful applicants will join a diverse and inventive work environment populated by people with backgrounds from a variety of disciplines including statistics, quantitative ecology, applied mathematics, ecosystem modeling, and fishery science. Specifically, the incumbents will conduct state-of-the-art stock assessments and related activities through the Southeast Data, Assessment and Review (SEDAR) process. The incumbents will also plan and conduct research related to stock assessments and ecosystem-based management; including fishery-oceanography research such as is sponsored by the Fisheries and the Environment (FATE) program, evaluating existing methods and data and developing innovative solutions to any identified deficiencies. Other duties will include cultivating collaborative relationships with other agencies, including with adjacent nations that potentially share the same stocks (e.g., bilaterally with Mexico or through multinational organizations such as the Caribbean Regional Fisheries mechanism and International Convention for the Conservation of Atlantic Tuna), and representing the SEFSC on various Fishery Commissions and/or technical workgroups (such as Council scientific and statistical committees, plan development teams, or the working groups of various Federal, state, international or professional organizations).
Location: Miami, FL, USA
Title/Series/Grade: Research Fisheries Biologist, ZP-482-III.
Salary: $ 60, 742 - 94, 645
Position Information: Competitive Service: Career/Career-Conditional Permanent /Full Time
Open Period: March 1 - March 14, 2011
*Application under this announcement requires the applicant to apply through USAJOBS at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/.
Job Announcement Number: NMFS-SEFSC-2011-0049.
This application requires the completion of an online assessment and/or the submission of supplemental materials. The submission of anything other than a USAJOBS resume and the electronic assessment may result in your application not being considered under this vacancy announcement.
*For additional general information, you may go to the NOAA Job
Applicant Website at: http://www.wfm.noaa.gov/pdfs/Job_Applicant_Info.pdf*
For more details, please contact Todd Gedamke Todd.Gedamke at noaa.gov<mailto:Todd.Gedamke at noaa.gov> or call 305-361-4272.
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Marine and Coastal Habitat Restoration Position
Baton Rouge, LA
NOAA Fisheries, Office of Habitat Conservation, Restoration Center, has opened the online application process for a permanent, full-time Federal
position in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, that will either be hired as a marine habitat resource specialist
Non-Federal appicants:
(NMFS-HC-2011-0027
<http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=97615331&JobTitle=Marine+Habitat+Resource+Specialist%2c+ZP-401-3%2f4%2c+%28DE%2fCR%29&q=NMFS-HC-2011-0027&where=&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&AVSDM=2011-03-09+09%3a14%3a00>
Federal applicants:
NMFS-HC-2011-0025
<http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=97615437&JobTitle=Marine+Habitat+Resource+Specialist%2c+ZP-401-3%2f4%2c+%28MAP%29&q=noaa&where=baton+rouge&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&pg=1&rad=20&rad_units=miles&re=0&AVSDM=2011-03-09+09%3a17%3a00>
or as an environmental engineer
Non-Federal applicants:
(NMFS-HC-2011-0029
<http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=97627026&JobTitle=Environmental+Engineer%2c+ZP-0819-3%2f4%2c+%28DE%2fCR%29&q=NMFS-HC-2011-0029&where=&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&AVSDM=2011-03-09+14%3a28%3a00>
Federal applicants:
NMFS-HC-2011-0026
<http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=97627115&JobTitle=Environmental+Engineer%2c+ZP-0819-3%2f4%2c+%28MAP%29&q=noaa&where=baton+rouge&brd=3876&vw=b&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&pg=1&rad=20&rad_units=miles&re=0&AVSDM=2011-03-09+14%3a31%3a00>
This position will be hired through the CAPS system, which is a performance-based, rather than
GS system. There will be two vacancies to account for the difference in experience and background of applicants; however, only one position is envisioned to be filled. Work duties will primarily support the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection, and Restoration Act (CWPPRA) and the Damage Assessment, Remediation and Restoration Program (DARRP), largely focusing on marine and coastal restoration project management and development. Given new Federal government hiring reforms, the positions will only be open from Wednesday March 9, 2011 until *Tuesday March 22, 2011*. In order to apply, you must create an account and build a resume on http://www.usajobs.gov/; so, consider working that into the timeline.
It is critical that the resume be targeted to the duties described, specialized experience required, and questions asked.
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Federal Policy Director
Washington, DC
Oceana is seeking a Washington, DC-based Federal Policy Director (Director) to oversee our U.S. federal government relations work in order to influence the policies of the United States, regional fishery management councils, states, and other decision-making institutions. The Director represents Oceana's positions and objectives to government officials, the media, industry, advocates, donors, the general public, and others working on ocean conservation/management. The Director provides strategic advice to Oceana advocacy campaigns and non-campaign policy initiatives and participates in the development, implementation, and management of work plans and priority activities. The Director is the direct supervisor of the team of policy experts in Washington, D.C. The Director participates in other organizational activities as requested by the Senior Vice President of North America.
The Director is expected to develop and maintain extensive contacts on Capitol Hill, within federal agencies, and in other decision-making bodies. The Director is also expected to monitor political developments and opportunities (including activities that do not directly involve ocean matters, but deserve Oceana's attention, i.e. other conservation issues). The Director is based in Washington, D.C. Some travel is required.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities Include
• Lead Oceana's policy and advocacy work and strategy development at the federal level.
• Persuasively represent Oceana positions to Members of Congress, Administration officials, and other decision-makers. This may include attending, monitoring, and testifying before Congressional Committees and Regional Fishery Management Councils. Represent the positions to other NGOs, public, media, donors, and others.
• Supervise a team of policy experts in Washington D.C. Ensure policy team members' goals and activities are developed and fulfilled.
• Develop and implement legislative and administrative work plans. Periodically review these plans to ensure that the workload for the policy team is realistic and that the work is being accomplished.
• Work with Oceana's campaign directors to develop, implement, and maintain effective strategies to achieve campaign and organizational goals.
• Promote discipline and consistency of Oceana's policies among the interdisciplinary staff of experts and ensure that there is effective communication and collaboration among the staff on federal policy work.
• Work with all Oceana teams (policy, legal, communications, science, development, organizational services, and international offices) to promote organizational priorities and objectives.
• Assist communications staff in development of media outreach opportunities and serve as a principal spokesperson to various media outlets as an ocean policy expert.
• Assist legal staff in developing potential ocean conservation cases and advising and implementing strategies to support litigation.
• Work with General Counsel and Administrative staff to ensure lobby reporting requirements are fulfilled.
• Provide sound advice on political implications of Oceana policies and activities.
• Identify and analyze emerging ocean conservation issues and opportunities that Oceana may want to work on in the future.
• Analyze conservation policy actions, legislative proposals, and reports and monitor political developments that might affect Oceana's policy objectives.
• Network with other NGOs, maintaining an independent but cooperative relationship with them.
• Create or review advocacy and public documents (comment letters, backgrounders, fact sheets, reports) in support of Oceana campaign goals and non-campaign policy projects.
• Provide regular progress reports and updates to Senior Vice President of North America and others as requested.
• Undertake additional projects as requested by senior staff and perform other duties for all Oceana departments as needed and or assigned.
Education/Experience or Other Requirements
• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in political science, public policy, conservation biology, marine affairs or a related discipline. Graduate or law degree is a plus.
• Minimum seven years of advocacy or legislative work, preferably at the federal level and on ocean protection issues.
• Track record of increasing responsibility and supervisory capacity with a minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Exceptional management skills with proven ability to lead a professional staff.
• Ability and desire to advocate for complex, aggressive conservation positions in both small and large social settings (from one-on-one meetings to presentations at large briefings and conferences).
• Strong oral and written communication skills and keen analytical ability.
• Experience working to meet tight deadlines, ensuring project completion, undertaking/finishing unexpected projects, and effectively managing a demanding work load.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Computer literacy, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
• Flexibility to occasionally work long hours.
• Fluency in Spanish a plus.
About Oceana:
Oceana is a vibrant, results-oriented non-profit dedicated to protecting and restoring the world's oceans. We have a staff of 120 throughout the world: in the U.S. (including our headquarters office in DuPont Circle, Washington, DC; New York; Alaska; California; Oregon; New England and the Southeast); in Europe (Madrid, Spain, Brussels, Belgium, Copenhagen, Denmark); South America (Santiago, Chile); and Central America (Belize City, Belize). Oceana provides a competitive total compensation package, including comprehensive health, dental, vision, and excellent 403(b) retirement plan, and generous leave.
To Apply:
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting a resume and letter of interest to Oceana via e-mail with "Federal Policy Director" in subject field to: resumes at oceana.org<mailto:resumes at oceana.org>. You may also fax (202-833-2070) or mail 1350 Connecticut Avenue NW, 5th Floor, Washington, DC 20036. Preferred method is email. EOE.
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LEGISLATIVE STAFFER
Washington, DC
Senior Republican Senator seeks legislative staffer to handle committee work related to fisheries, oceans, and the Coast Guard. Successful candidate must have at least 3 years experience in these specific issue areas, be able to assimilate information quickly and translate it into solid written materials, such as memos, letters, and statements. Hill experience a definite plus; can-do attitude required. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume to senate_employment at saa.senate.gov<mailto:senate_employment at saa.senate.gov> indicating job referral number 211319 in the subject line.
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Commercial Fisheries Specialist - Position No. FP049V
Coastal VA
The Marine Advisory Services Program at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science invites applicants for the following full-time position. A review of materials will begin April 11, 2011 and continue until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted through our On-line Application System at: http://jobs.wm.edu. The College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action university.
The Commercial Fisheries Specialist will facilitate the integration of scientific and industry expertise to support the commercial fishing and seafood industry through applied research, technology transfer, education and communications. The Specialist will carry out a statewide advisory services program addressing informational, educational and research needs of businesses, citizens, governmental agencies, and educational institutions involved in, and affected by, commercial fisheries and associated marine resource management issues.
The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills and the proven ability to interact with the private sector, state agencies and the general public. Additionally, the candidate must possess an understanding of the needs and opportunities in the commercial fishing and seafood industry with proven success in proposal development and conduct.
Required qualifications: Advanced degree in Marine Science or related disciplines such as business, economics, with a minimum of 5 years experience (5-10 years applicable experience preferred) in an educational/advisory or seafood industry capacity. A thorough knowledge of and experience with public fisheries management at the state, regional and national levels. A solid record of producing public and agency directed information and technical advisory reports is required.
Application materials should include:
1. A resume and cover letter which explains professional education, experience and suitability for the position.
2. The names, titles, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three references.
Salary range: $55,000- $60,000. Specific questions regarding this position should be directed to Mr. Thomas J. Murray via email (tjm at vims.edu) or telephone (804-684-7190).
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Program Manager at the North Pacific Research Board
Anchorage, AK
The North Pacific Research Board (NPRB) is seeking exceptional candidates for a position of Program Manager.
The North Pacific Research Board (NPRB) sponsors research related to fisheries and marine ecosystems in the North Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea, and Arctic Ocean, and is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill a full-time, exempt position of program manager. The duration of the initial appointment will be two years with the possibility of an extension. Primary tasks include managing the Gulf of Alaska Integrated Ecosystem Research Program (Gulf of Alaska Project) and helping to develop and coordinate a potential new NPRB initiative in the Arctic. Must be willing to travel.
This position is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Congress created the NPRB in 1997 to recommend marine research initiatives to the US Secretary of Commerce, who makes final funding decisions. More information about NPRB and this position is available at http://www.nprb.org/.
Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three
work-related references. Please send paper and electronic versions of these documents to:
Human Resources
PO Box 1329
Seward, AK 99664-1837
HR at alaskasealife.org
Applications will be accepted until April 15, 2011 with an anticipated start date of June 1, 2011.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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Business Development Director
Wailuku, HI
We are seeking a Business Development Director for our Cruises operation with experience in Eco-Tourism and Maui dynamics. This position will be responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities, including staffing and managing the sales team. He/she will ultimately provide leadership in business profitability and growth, while working within company's unique vision and values.
You are the right candidate if you are entrepreneurial, flexible yet driven, strategic, and a strong team leader. You must value collaboration/relationship-building and possess strong communication skills.
Responsibilities:
Management
. Manages the performance and professional development of sales team
. Leads employees to achieving financial and growth goals
Business Strategy & Vision
. Develops short-term strategic plan that includes: definition of key customers, areas of focus, roles & responsibilities and growth potential. Strategic plan must also include an action plan to penetrate new markets/expand customer base
. Develops long-range business plan and sales strategy that includes goals and objectives for profit growth
. Continually tracks category, competitive, and consumer insights, and translates them into actionable plans and solutions
Reporting/Communication
. Provides ongoing reporting that is accurate and timely to senior leadership
. Provides ongoing reporting and opportunities/solutions to Sales team and department heads
. Maintains accurate records of all communication, pricing, and sales with key customers
. Develops and conducts sales presentations to potential customers or at key events
Qualifications
. 5-7 years of experience in sales management or business development and MBA or similar education preferred.
. Demonstrated experience in supplier/partner relationship management and sales
. Strong understanding of customer and tourism market dynamics and requirements are a MUST! Maui based experience preferred. Please specify in DETAIL in your application how you meet this qualification.
. Experience in Marine Eco-tourism is a MUST! Please specify in DETAIL in your application how you meet this qualification.
. Proven leadership and ability to drive sales teams
. Experience in goal setting, strategic planning and financial analysis
To apply please send a cover letter and resume to applications at pacificwhale.org<mailto:applications at pacificwhale.org> or to: Human Resources, Pacific Whale Foundation, 300 Ma'alaea Road, Suite 211, Wailuku, HI 96793.
CLOSES 3/31/11
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Communications and Outreach Coordinator
Morehead City, NC
The Institute of Marine Sciences (IMS)at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Communications and Outreach Coordinator. The primary purpose of this position is to create and facilitate the public presence of IMS by maintaining the web site, writing regular press releases, and making media contacts. This position is also responsible for creating and distributing a lab newsletter as well as developing and implementing education outreach programs for the lab, including but not limited to public/school/group field trips, developing K - 12 curriculum based on research areas, assisting with school/community projects, and representing the lab at festivals and events and in educational professional groups. This position will also be responsible to supervise part-time employees, students, interns, and volunteers. THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN MOREHEAD CITY.
This position requires a Bachelors degree in journalism, communications, environmental education, marine science, or a related natural science field or equivalent experience. Interpersonal and organizational skills that come from previous work experience, previous work would include environmental education experience and regular interaction with the public, media, educators, scientists, and governmental agencies. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other requirements include:
1. Considerable knowledge of educational techniques and experience working with groups of various ages and numbers, including general public, K-12, and coastal decision-maker audiences.
2. The ability to evaluate, distill, and translate science for education programs and materials.
3. Program administration, development, and implementation skills.
4. Knowledge of supervising, evaluating, and coordinating staff activities.
5. Effective written skills including the production of press releases, and verbal communications skills, specifically with the media.
6. Knowledge of estuarine and marine ecology and related environmental issues.
7. Experience in the use of computer, graphics or photography software, including digital cameras.
To apply for this position, please visit our website: www.jobs.unc.edu<http://www.jobs.unc.edu>. Please reference Position # __060175_____
and Department _5220______ when applying.
EOE.
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Sector Manager
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Term: May 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012. (Ideally a successful applicant would be available, part
time in April for training).
Position Description:
The Sector Manager is responsible for the day-to-day business operations of II, Northeast
Fishery Sector Inc. (NEFS II), a 501(c) (5) not-for-profit organization, with a primary responsibility for meeting the sector quota reporting requirements to NOAA Fisheries.
Specific duties include:
� Management and oversight of the Sector's ACE usage and ACE trades;
� Management and enforcement of members' fishing behavior, in accordance with the sectors Operation Plan and Agreement;
� Submitting weekly and annual sector reports to NOAA Fisheries;
� Development of an annual fishing plan that outlines strategies to maximize ACE usage and prevent overages;
� Education and outreach to sector members regarding policy and procedures within the sector;
� Daily/Regular communication with Sector Members and Sector Board of Directors on matters relating to sector operations and ACE management;
� Sector bookkeeping and other administrative responsibilities associated with running a small non-profit organization;
� Currently NEFS II is entertaining employing an Administrative Assistant, who would be responsible for NEFS II book-keeping, basic data entry, note-taking at meetings and other responsibilities as needed. The Sector Manager would be responsible for day-to-day management of this individual.
� Other duties as agreed upon by Manager and BOD.
Qualifications:
NEFS II seeks a multi-faceted individual who is detailed oriented and proficient in data management systems (Excel, databases, web-based systems), and is comfortable with common computer programs. Applicant should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable interacting with a range of people, from fishermen to government officials.
Knowledge of federal regulatory systems, particularly fisheries regulations is preferred.
Applicant will be expected to protect confidential sector information and business operations of sector members. Basic financial management skills and an understanding of not-for-profit organizations ideal. Applicant must be willing to work non-traditional hours periodically, due to occasional early morning/evening meetings and variability in workload over the course of the fishing year. Applicants must be available for occasional phone inquiries from members during evenings and weekends.
Background:
Amendment 13 and 16 to the multispecies (groundfish) fishery management plan created a new management option that allows fishermen to organize themselves into harvesting cooperatives referred to as Sectors. II, Northeast Fishery Sector Inc. (NEFS II) is one such sector comprised primarily of trawling vessels based out of the port of Gloucester. NEFS II is part of an umbrella organization, the Northeast Sector Service Network (NESSN) which provides additional support services to Sectors and Sector Managers. NEFS II members are also members of the Northeast Seafood Coalition, which has assisted in the development of NESSN and its thirteen member Sectors, known as the Northeast Fishery Sectors, twelve of which are in their first year of operation in 2010.
Northeast Sector Service Network (NESSN):
The responsibilities of a sector manager will depend, in part, on services to be provided by the NESSN. NESSN will provide all of the data management and reporting requirement services of a
NEFS Sector via management and integration of FISHTRAX, software and reporting systems designed by the Northeast Seafood Coalition. A central server or "data warehouse" linked to
FISHTRAX will be operated and maintained by the service entity in order to compile, archive and integrate data from multiple sources. These data sources to be managed are: individual VMS activity declaration, Trip Start Hails, Trip End Hails, VTRs, electronic dealer reports, DSM reports, DSM provider report, at-sea monitoring and daily discard estimates, and NMFS approvals for inter-sector trades. The Sector manager will be able to securely log in to this data warehouse and query any information in the proper format that might be needed for submitting daily, weekly, and annual sector reports-or for access to other data collected via FISHTRAX that might be relevant to the day to day management of the Sector.
Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter no later than March 21, 2011 to:
Elizabeth Etrie
Northeast Sector Service Network, Program Director
C/O Northeast Seafood Coalition
4 Parker Street, 2nd Floor
Gloucester, MA 01930
Tel: (978) 283-9992
Fax: (978) 283-9959
Libby.Etrie at gmail.com
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Coastal Ecosystem Learning Center Coordinator Position
Washington, DC
Organizational Overview
Coastal America is a multi-agency partnership to restore and protect the coastal environment. The partnership combines the individual statutory authorities, expertise and resources of the federal agencies with state, local and non-governmental organizations to address priority coastal problems. With over a thousand projects in 26 states, the partnership has restored thousands of acres of wetlands, re-established hundreds of miles of spawning streams, mitigated non-point sources of pollution and protected endangered species. In addition, the partnership has established a network of Coastal Ecosystem Learning Centers to bring federal expertise and resources to efforts to increase public awareness of and involvement in managing coastal resources. In partnership with the federal agencies, this network of 23 aquariums and marine science centers throughout the country and in Mexico and Canada, is working collaboratively to improve public understanding of coastal and marine issues through a variety of network-wide efforts from youth education programs to interactive exhibits and kiosks with timely information and data.
The federal partners include: the Departments of Agriculture, Commerce (NOAA), Defense, Energy, Health and Human Services, Homeland Security, Housing and Urban Development, Interior, Justice, Labor, State, and Transportation; the Environmental Protection Agency; the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; the National Science Foundation and the Executive Office of the President. The partnership is guided by a Principals Group comprised of senior officials from the federal partner agencies. Program direction is provided by multi-agency national, regional and local teams.
Responsibilities of Position
The Coastal America Learning Center Coordinator serves as the liaison to the Coastal Ecosystem Learning Centers and helps coordinate the education/outreach activities of the partnership.
Coastal Ecosystem Learning Centers Liaison
Facilitate Collaboration and Information Exchange: Work with representatives from federal agencies and learning centers to:
• Conduct monthly meetings with the Learning Center education representatives to facilitate the exchange of ideas and information and coordinate network-wide efforts;
• Organize educational workshops and meetings at the regional and national level
• Support education/outreach projects at individual learning centers;
(e.g., Regional Ocean Conferences, development of exhibits, coastal awareness/clean-up days, integrating learning center volunteer programs with efforts of partner agencies such as marine mammal stranding and community-based habitat restoration); and
• Coordinate network-wide education/outreach projects including a periodic National Student Summit on the Ocean & Coasts and National Ocean Art Contest.
Coordinate Regional Specific Educational/Outreach Projects: Work with the learning centers in a specific region to develop collaborative regional efforts (e.g. Gulf of Mexico).
• Coordinate staff exchange amongst the aquariums in the region
• Coordinate development of regional specific multi-media exhibits
• Support involvement of learning centers in regional collaborative projects
Facilitate the Development of Regional Ocean Interpretive Stations at the Learning Centers: Work with NOAA, the Smithsonian Institution and other federal partners to further the development of Regional Ocean Today Kiosks, Command Centers and other technologies that can effectively provide federal data and information to the public.
• Facilitate installation of the Regional Ocean Today Kiosks at the Learning Centers and the development of regional content.
• Coordinate learning center collaborative efforts with the University of Rhode Island Inner Space Center to develop a modified command center that will link the public to real time ocean exploration and research.
Learning Center Designation & Support: Work with regional partnership teams and designated learning centers to:
• Plan designation ceremonies for new centers, including establishment of specific agency commitments to support the learning center and development of the Memorandum of Understanding that is signed by the learning center and the Coastal America partnership; and
• Track progress towards fulfilling commitments made by partner agencies and identify opportunities for improving the partnership between the federal agencies and designated learning centers.
Partnership Education/Outreach
Publications, Products and Events: Work with federal agency partners at the national and regional levels, Coastal Ecosystem Learning Centers and Coastal America staff to:
• Contribute to newsletters, annual report, informational brochures, other publications;
• Develop conference exhibits and informational videos about the partnership;
• Maintain and manage Coastal America website; and
• Draft minutes of education and learning center related meetings & workshops.
Required Background/Skills
Individuals with familiarity with environmental issues are encouraged to apply (an education/outreach background would be beneficial). Since the position requires that the individual to participate in multi-agency workgroups and problem-solving and consensus-building activities, good communication skills and an ability to work with people are important. Familiarity with web-based communications systems and social media applications is preferred. Some travel required.
Point of Contact
Virginia Tippie, Director
Coastal America
Tel: (202) 401-9941
Fax: (202) 401-9821
Email: virginia.tippie at usda.gov<mailto:virginia.tippie at usda.gov>
http://www.coastalamerica.gov
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Marine Research Associate III
Naragansett Bay, RI
Posting Date:02-23-2011
Closing Date: 03-23-2011
This position is limited to 03/26/2012 with extension contingent on funding.
Responsible for providing substantial technical support and backstopping for CRC's portfolio of US and international coastal and fisheries management/governance projects, with a focus on climate change vulnerability and adaptation; and assist the leader of the CRC Climate Change portfolio to document cross-project/portfolio learning on the topic, including the development of teaching case studies for use in trainings and publications.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide support on selected technical aspects of CRC's US and international portfolio of coastal/marine/fisheries
management/governance projects with an emphasis on support to those activities focused on climate change vulnerability and adaptation
Conduct desk-top research on current findings, approaches and tools for addressing a wide range of climate change issues that specifically impact coastal/marine areas (e.g. sea level rise; increased water temperatures affecting fish stocks; increased shoreline erosion, etc.)
Facilitate communication and information exchange on climate change vulnerability and adaptation between the US and international project teams based at the RI home office at URI; between the home office and field offices; and across field offices in different countries
Update the CRC and related project websites with climate change information and lessons learns
Assist in designing and developing technical trainings and workshops
Assist in development of proposals for extending and broadening CRC's climate change portfolio
Contribute to technical reports and professional papers based on project activities focused on change vulnerability and adaptation; and as appropriate present this information at selected professional meetings and conferences.
Other specific activities as assigned.
ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.
Required:
1) Master's degree in a resource management-related discipline;
2) Minimum of three years professional experience in coastal management with some experience in addressing issues related to climate change vulnerability and adaptation within a natural resources management context;
3) Experience organizing special sessions and workshops;
4) Excellent organizational, writing, computer and communication skills;
5) Ability to travel internationally not to exceed a total of two months per year as required.
6) In addition, the preferred candidate will possess experience in cross portfolio learning and documentation techniques.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Please attach in PDF format the following documents: 1) a cover letter, 2) a resume to include the names and contact information of three (3) references, and 3) a writing sample.
Pay Rate:$54,647 - $68,969
Pay Grade Level:12
Campus Location:Narraganset Bay Campus, University of Rhode Island
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Program Coordinator: Adapting to Climate Change
Maryland
http://www.umces.edu/job/program-coordinator-adapting-climate-change
The University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES) invites applications for a Program Coordinator who will work on two grant-funded programs related to climate change. The successful candidate will work in partnership with UMCES, University System of Maryland (USM), and Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in Annapolis, MD.
The focus of the Program Coordinator is to: 1) Enhance the ability of communities and local and State governments to enact new laws, policies, and/or outreach programs that will help citizens adapt to a changing climate in the following sectors: human health; agriculture; forest and terrestrial ecosystems; bay and aquatic environments; water resources; and population growth and infrastructure, and 2) Assist in the collection, analysis, planning, reporting, and dissemination of climate change resources.
The position requires a strong background in the environmental sciences, particularly as it relates climate change. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience related to analyzing and/or synthesizing data, reports, and strategically communicating results in the field of climate change. Applicants should have a Master's degree or equivalent experience. The successful candidate will be classified in the Faculty Research Assistant ranks entitled to University benefits with a salary based on experience.
Please e-mail a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for 3 references prior to 28 March 2011 to Dave Nemazie at nemazie at umces.edu<mailto:nemazie at umces.edu>. Search will remain opened until filled.
UMCES is an EEO/AA employer.
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Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture)
Maine
The Sea Grant Program at the University of Maine seeks an experienced, innovative professional with excellent communication skills for the position of Sea Grant Professional I (Marine Extension Associate - Aquaculture). This is a full-time, 12-month appointment, with annual renewal contingent on continued funding from the NOAA National Sea Grant Office and job performance. The Marine Extension Associate will be a member of the Maine Sea Grant Marine Extension Team (MET). In cooperation with the MET, and with the University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Aquaculture Research Institute, and other agencies and organizations, the Marine Extension Associate will plan, develop, implement, and evaluate outreach programs and demonstration projects. This person will conduct related advisory activities in the interests of sustainable use and development of the region's marine and coastal resources, with particular emphasis on multi-trophic marine aquaculture, and the culture of marine macroalgae.
Qualifications:
B.S. in marine aquaculture or related field required. Advanced degree or five years of applied research, outreach or community development experience in these fields is preferred. Significant experience in community development, applied aquaculture science, or policy work is preferred, as well as experience as an outreach educator in these or related areas. Computer proficiency and strong skills in written and oral communication are required, as are group and community facilitation skills and the ability to give informal presentations to groups. The ability to travel extensively, normally requiring a valid Maine State driver's license is required.
Salary Range
$36,000 - $40,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
A full job description is available on the Maine Sea Grant website: http://www.seagrant.umaine.edu
Submit a letter of interest, resume, official academic transcripts (undergraduate and graduate, if applicable), and names and addresses of three references to:
Marine Extension Associate Search Committee
Attn: Kathy Villarreal
Maine Sea Grant College Program
5784 York Complex, Building 6
University of Maine
Orono, Maine 04469-5784
kvillarreal at maine.edu
Please send application materials electronically if possible.
Application review begins 3/14/2011
The University of Maine is an EO/AA Employer
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COMPASS Program Coordinator
Portland, OR
COMPASS (The Communication Partnership for Science and the Sea) seeks motivated and well-organized
candidates for the position of Program Coordinator. COMPASS is dedicated to helping ocean scientists
connect themselves and their science to the wider world. By giving scientists the communication tools they
need, and by bridging the worlds of science, journalism and policy, COMPASS works to ensure that ocean
science is better understood and used by society. Please visit our website for more information:
www.COMPASSonline.org<http://www.COMPASSonline.org>.
Position Description
The Program Coordinator will report to the Executive Director, but work closely with all COMPASS staff and
support all COMPASS activities. While tasks are administrative in nature, we encourage innovation and
independence in creating improved systems. We require programmatic, logistical, administrative, and
clerical support for COMPASS operations, communication trainings, policy briefings, science workshops,
social receptions, panel discussions, and more.
COMPASS' ten staff members are distributed across the country in Washington, Oregon, California, and the
District of Columbia. Our fiscal sponsor (The Tides Center, based in San Francisco) performs all back-office
operations (human resources, finances, contracts, reimbursements, other legal and administrative needs). In
addition to the event management detailed above, this position will support COMPASS staff in liaising with
the Tides Center, processing any necessary paperwork, and managing appropriate administrative tasks.
Phone, email and other communications technologies (eg, Skype, file-sharing, social networking tools) will
be required to provide support for geographically distributed staff and activities.
In support of COMPASS' efforts, the Program Coordinator will:
. Support the Executive Director and Senior team in developing and tracking budgets, spending, and
financial reporting.
. Manage contract processes.
. Manage invoicing and payment tracking for COMPASS fee-for-service activities, as well as
contractors and services.
. Assist with the planning, development, and delivery of COMPASS communications trainings and
science workshops.
. Lead planning efforts for receptions and panel discussions, including oversight of catering
arrangements, invite lists, and promotional materials.
. Help coordinate logistics for policymaker briefings in Washington DC, Sacramento, CA, and Salem,
OR.
. Assist with the development fundraising materials, including organizational information and
formatting.
. Maintain COMPASS-wide contacts database.
. Assist in tracking COMPASS activities, particularly media coverage (manage alerts to find new
coverage, collect article clippings, organize citations, and writing summary reports).
Qualifications
COMPASS welcomes applications from candidates with strong interpersonal, communications and written
skills, exceptional organizational skills, high attention to detail, motivation to improve systems and support
mechanisms of cohesion and communication among team members, and a passion and appreciation for
science, oceans and communications.
The candidate must have:
. High proficiency with office productivity software including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office
(Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Photoshop
. Familiarity with online communication and file sharing tools such as Skype, DropBox, Google
Documents, Picasa, and others
. Interest and ability to learn new technologies and tools
. An undergraduate degree, in a field related to COMPASS focus areas and/or business/administration
. Excellent written and oral communications skills
. Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
. Ability to read and analyze budgets
. Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment that requires a proactive approach and fast turnaround
times
. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
. Ability to work with confidential or sensitive information
. A work style that combines tenacity, creativity, and troubleshooting skills
. A positive, upbeat personality with plenty of patience and enthusiasm
In addition, the ideal candidate will have:
. Familiarity with scientific, media and/or policy-making cultures
. Experience with website development, particularly using Drupal
. Familiarity and experience with professional uses of social networking tools such as Facebook and
Twitter
. An appetite for facilitating and improving our communications products, efficiencies and teamwork
. Experience with database design and management
. 3 - 5 years of experience
Compensation and Location
Competitive benefits package; salary commensurate with position and experience. This position is intended
to be based in Portland OR (co-located with the Executive Director). However, other locations where
COMPASS staff is located may be possible and negotiable. Some travel required (attending select COMPASS
events to learn how they operate, and to help support larger scale events on-site)
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional
references to Brooke Simler Smith, COMPASS Executive Director, at brooke.smith at compassonline.org.
Priority consideration will be given to applications submitted by March 25th, 2011.
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SUMMER OUTREACH MANAGER
WOODS HOLE, MA
Background
The Coalition for Buzzards Bay, Inc. (CBB) is a private, non profit membership organization founded in 1987 and dedicated to the protection, restoration, and sustainable use and enjoyment of Buzzards Bay and its 432 square mile watershed. The organization works to improve the health of the Bay ecosystem for all through education, conservation, research and advocacy. We are supported by over 8,000 members in southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod and beyond. The Coalition has its headquarters in the new 'Buzzards Bay Center' in New Bedford's Waterfront Historic District with a seasonal office in Woods Hole, MA.
Position Description
The Summer Outreach Manager will be responsible for staffing and managing The Coalition's Outreach Office in the village of Woods Hole. This is an exciting opportunity to engage the public around our mission in the epicenter of marine research and education. Tasks include, but are not limited to the following:
. Maintenance of exhibits including saltwater touch tank, groundwater model, kids corner, and computer kiosk.
. Manage small gift shop including providing customer service, sales, and accurate cashiering.
. Interact with visitors and the general public and guide them through the exhibits.
. Articulate the Coalition's mission and a basic knowledge of the Coalition's work in response to inquiries from visitors and members. Training and periodic updates will be provided.
. Open and close the Woods Hole office, perform light cleaning, restocking and answering phone calls, as well as directing visitors as necessary.
. Manage and support volunteers assisting in outreach at the Center.
. Create, market, and deliver programming options for visitors to the center.
. Support all of CBB's programs and activities through specific projects as needed.
Qualifications
. High school diploma or equivalent required and at least two years of college preferred.
. Ability to interact successfully with a variety of customer and Coalition members.
. Experience with education or outreach and a willingness to learn.
. Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), and internet/email required.
. Must be personable, self-motivated, and work independently and as a team.
. Familiarity with Buzzards Bay and Woods Hole a plus.
. Commitment to CBB mission a requirement.
Work Week and Compensation
This seasonal, 35-hour/week position works Tuesday-Saturday and is compensated at $12.00/hr.
Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, and references to: Rob Hancock, VP Education and Public Engagement Hancock at savebuzzardsbay.org<mailto:Hancock at savebuzzardsbay.org> by March 31st. Include "WH Outreach Manager" in the subject of the email. No Calls Please. www.savebuzzardsbay.org<http://www.savebuzzardsbay.org>
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