Scientific Support Specialist

Job Summary

Providing scientific and technical support remotely, the full-time Scientific Support Specialist will analyze environmental impacts on biological resources, prepare ESA and NEPA documentation, and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Review and synthesize scientific data to assess environmental impacts on aquatic habitats and biological resources
• Write ESA Biological Opinions and MSA responses, and provide technical support to action agencies regarding biological assessments
• Prepare environmental documentation and coordinate with NMFS and other stakeholders on project proposals and consultations

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with three years of experience or a Master's degree in aquatic biology, conservation biology, fisheries management, wildlife management, or a related field
• Knowledge of salmonid life cycles and habitat requirements
• Experience in writing Federal regulatory documents and assessing impacts on marine species
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workplace applications
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse interagency teams