Fisheries Policy Analyst
Overview
Lynker Corporation, in strategic partnership with Fisheries Immersed Science Hawaii (FISH) as the FLOAT – the "FISH" and "Lynker" Ocean Alliance Team Joint Venture, is seeking a motivated Fisheries Policy Analyst to support the NOAA West Coast Region’s Sustainable Fisheries Division, Highly Migratory Species Branch. The successful candidate will help develop and support regulatory policy documents, assist with international and domestic fishery management initiatives, and contribute to the coordination of key meetings and reports. This position is off-site but requires access to NOAA systems. Limited domestic or international travel may be required for participation in relevant meetings or briefings.
Employment in this role is contingent upon FLOAT being awarded the contract by NOAA.
Responsibilities
Draft and revise regulatory documents, including proposed and final rules, Federal Register notices, and NEPA analyses under the MSA and TCA.
Collaborate with NOAA staff in preparing briefing materials, policy reports, and presentations for Pacific Fishery Management Council, AIDCP, and IATTC meetings.
Coordinate and manage U.S. data submissions to IATTC, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
Maintain communication and documentation with stakeholders and the IATTC Secretariat.
Represent the HMS Branch in meetings and on committees as a non-voting participant, documenting objectives, outcomes, and follow-ups.
Provide strategic policy input and recommendations regarding fisheries management issues.
Submit monthly progress reports outlining activities, challenges, and any travel outcomes.
Qualifications
Required:Bachelor’s degree or higher in fisheries, marine policy, environmental science, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience in fisheries or renewable natural resources policy and analysis.
Excellent writing and communication skills, including the ability to distill complex topics for nontechnical audiences.
Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred:Prior experience drafting federal regulations.
Familiarity with the Pacific Fishery Management Council process or IATTC operations.
Background in international fishery agreements or related diplomatic processes.
About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
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