Natural Resource Specialist

This position is located in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). Vacancies may be available in each listed location. Additional duty locations are listed for future vacancies and/or vacancies that may be filled at a later date. Please select locations for which you want to be considered. As a Natural Resource Specialist, you will perform the following duties: Conduct complex analysis and review of statutory or regulatory compliance, and support natural resource management actions related to the following: Endangered Species Act (ESA); National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA), including Essential Fish Habitat (EFH); Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA); the National Aquaculture Act of 1980; or the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (FWCA). Evaluate the effectiveness of resource management actions and conservation and preservation programs and formulate strategic improvements. Lead complex biological studies, habitat assessments, and environmental monitoring and permitting programs to formulate solutions for intricate problems related to watershed, coastal and ocean resource management. Provide expert advice, assistance, products and services on watershed, coastal and ocean issues, scientific research, and policy. NOTE: These duties are described at the full performance level of the ZP-4; the ZP-3 is developmental leading to such performance. For more information about these positions, please visit the NOAA Fisheries is Hiring Webpage: https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/careers-more/noaa-fisheries-hiring POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires the operation of a Federal motor vehicle. The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license to operate a government vehicle in completion of assigned tasks (e.g., site visits, field research, etc.). This position may require regular travel to research sites and/or performance of duties. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: These positions may have physical requirements. Some of these positions may require performance of duties on board a vessel, other platforms, or in the field for long periods of time. The incumbent may be required to stand for long periods of time, ascend and descend ladders, lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted or assisted, and work in potentially harsh weather conditions on uneven surfaces (i.e., vessels at sea).