Green Sturgeon Recovery Coordination

Description

Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii, Inc. (FISH) is seeking to hire a Green Sturgeon Recovery Coordinator to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) West Coast Region (WCR) California Central Valley Office (CCVO). This is a full-time, primarily remote position that is anticipated to begin on May 1, 2025. Hiring for this position will be contingent on contract award. FISH will be operating under its FLOAT joint venture, a NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 prime contract holder. *

The WCR CCVO requires a candidate to assist with critical needs for recovery of Southern Distinct Population Segment (sDPS) green sturgeon, including (1) green sturgeon science and regulatory expertise and work, and (2) green sturgeon recovery planning implementation. The candidate will also be required to stay apprised of broader Central Valley fisheries and science efforts, such as salmon and steelhead recovery planning and science, as there is often a relationship to green sturgeon.

Key Responsibilities

Tasks 

  1. Provide NMFS with conservation recommendations and suggested recovery actions for green sturgeon to the CCVO, which is implementing the NMFS Recovery Plan for the sDPS for the North American Green Sturgeon.
  2. Support CCVO outreach/education of the public to increase understanding of and exposure to green sturgeon presence in the Central Valley.
  3. Work with NOAA partner agencies on sturgeon science and help identify opportunities for useful studies and information application.
  4. Attend Interagency Ecological Program (IEP) meetings to stay current on and advocate for science and monitoring efforts that advance the understanding of green sturgeon biology and ecology, and assist NOAA in leveraging opportunities for increased green sturgeon science understanding.
  5. Attend IEP meetings to stay apprised on the broader Central Valley fisheries monitoring efforts as they relate to CCVO actions and provide meeting notes from these meetings to the CCVO.
  6. Co-lead a CCVO recovery team, providing the team with recommendations for incorporating the green sturgeon recovery plan into the CCVO’s work.
  7. Support the CCVO implementing the Recovery Culture Work Plan, including leading actions relevant to green sturgeon recovery, as assigned.
  8. Provide technical support, as directed, for the five-year status review for green sturgeon.
  9. Provide technical review of sturgeon-focused applications submitted through the ESA state 4(d) and 10(a)(1)(A) research programs, and the ESA Section 6 and Tribal grant programs.
  10. Provide support for science-based Central Valley structured decision-making efforts, especially to contribute to accurate inclusion of green sturgeon and a multispecies approach.
  11. Draft green sturgeon outreach materials for distribution to the public including updated informational fliers, green sturgeon distribution maps, CCVO recovery priorities and other externally facing materials that are described in the CCVO Recovery Culture Work Plan.
  12. Provide section 7 support to the CCVO through technical support or drafting consultation materials as needed.

Deliverables

  • Develop green sturgeon recovery priorities.
  • Reviews of IEP annual work plan elements and reports to CCVO staff on IEP activities.
  • Completed sections or review of sections of biological opinions with high potential effects to sturgeon.
  • Develop briefing materials for the Assistant Regional Administrator (ARA) and branch chief as requested.
  • Monthly progress report to include, but not necessarily be limited to, the following: accomplishments, issues encountered, travel (including purpose, significant outcomes, action items), and recommendations, if applicable

Requirements & Minimum Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in fisheries, biology, coastal science, or environmental science.
  • At least five (5) years of paid, volunteer, or student research experience in the natural resource management field.
  • Expertise in green sturgeon life history in the California Central Valley.
  • Expertise in the Endangered Species Act (ESA) section 7 consultation process
  • Program planning and management in a team environment.
  • Basic computer skills (MS Office, etc.).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Place of Performance

The selected candidate for this position will work up to 40 hours per week primarily offsite. There will be occasional meetings at the John E. Moss Federal Building in Sacramento, CA or other West Coast Region locations for the purpose of meetings or fieldwork. 

About FISH

FISH is a growing, woman owned small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. FISH, a trusted provider of resource management solutions, was established  by a passionate marine and fisheries scientist who calls Hawaii her home  and is driven by a profound commitment to the betterment of the marine ecosystem. FISH is a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) endowed with a diverse set of proficiencies in fisheries observation, marine biology, island coastal resource management, scientific research, policy and permitting, human dimensions, and cutting-edge technologies for applications such as electronic monitoring. FISH’s team of experts brings decades of applied  experience and is well-equipped to tackle complex marine challenges, offering a comprehensive suite of services designed to address the most  pressing issues facing the world’s oceans. With a track record of excellence,  we stand at the forefront of the industry, continuously innovating to advance  sustainable solutions for marine conservation and management. 

Our Employees are what makes us great! We work hard to help you advance your career and we continuously evaluate the compensation, benefits, and opportunities we provide you for professional and personal growth because our success depends on you! FISH’s benefits include the following:

  • Comprehensive healthcare for the employee
  • Healthcare benefit covers medical, with optional coverage for 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
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Short- term disability insurance
  • Long- term care insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
  • Lifestyle benefits including access to financial planning, as well as discounted rates on services and memberships such as AAA
  • Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
  • Personalized career growth plans for every employee

FISH is an E-Verify employer.

* This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle. 

FISH 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.

Apply For This Position

To apply, please email your resume and current contact information to
[email protected] attention Josee Vincent.