Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.

As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced

Tribal Engagement, Science Outreach, and Education Specialist

to join our team and support our staffing and recruiting operations.

This Position is a hybrid role, on site requirement 70% of the time at the Northwest Fisheries Science Center, Seattle, WA, or the associated Manchester Research Station, Manchester, WA.

Travel is anticipated to support field research, meet with collaborators, and present results at a regional workshop or scientific conference. Travel will be in WA, OR, CA, or ID. Personal Vehicle and valid Driver License is required.

Lynker is currently seeking two Tribal Engagement, Science Outreach and Education Specialists to work with the National Marine Fisheries Service, Northwest Fisheries Science Center in either Manchester or Seattle. Travel to two additional regions will be required. 

(One position out of Olympic Peninsula, and One position North of the Puget Sound, Travel between Northwest Fisheries Science Center and these two sites will be required.)

This position will build capacity for long-term habitat restoration monitoring by building and expanding collaboration between federal, tribal, state, educational, and community agencies in the areas they serve. This position will be responsible for increasing public and partner outreach efforts, enhancing scientific and traditional ecological knowledge exchange, creating and managing internships and volunteer opportunities, and advancing NOAA’s diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates though target engagement.  The goal of this position is to build capacity to expand collaborative and participatory long-term habitat monitoring over timescales that match the recovery trajectories of Pacific salmon and steelhead. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Gain Regional Expertise/Begin Pilot Implementation

• Organize and facilitate listening sessions and training events within tribal and local communities, including the Skagit, Tulalip, and Elwha Tribes, to exchange information and garner support for salmon recovery efforts.
• Participate in field sampling events alongside scientists, tribal representatives, community organizations, schools, and volunteers.
• Conduct literature research on salmon and long-term monitoring projects involving non-professional participants.

2. Educational Outreach

• Collaborate in establishing community outreach connections with tribal partners such as the Skagit, Tulalip, and Elwha Tribes, and identify additional community contacts.
• Support the expansion of internship opportunities in salmon and habitat research, prioritizing students from tribal and underrepresented communities.
• Develop outreach materials and deliver presentations for K-12 schools, colleges, and community organizations.

3. Increase Scientific Monitoring for Salmon and Habitat

• Expand and maintain long-term monitoring datasets across freshwater, estuarine, and nearshore habitats.
• Train and oversee non-technical participants in scientific monitoring data collection processes.

4. Present Recommendations and Develop Guidance

• Disseminate findings, conclusions, and guidance to relevant audiences, including conferences, meetings, tribal and community participants, and stakeholders.
• Prepare a synthesis manuscript for publication in a peer-reviewed journal, integrating literature review findings and project results related to meeting the goals of the Inflation Reduction Act.

This position requires a proactive approach, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will contribute to enhancing community involvement, fostering partnerships with tribal entities, and advancing scientific understanding and monitoring of salmon habitats.

Position Requirements:

• Tribal enrollment, connection or descendent preference or experience working with tribal communities. 
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in natural resource or social science field. Four plus years of experience in natural resource or tribal education and management can be substituted for degree requirement. 
• Minimum one year of experience in community engagement, organizing volunteers, outreach, education, internship or related field. 
• Commitment to cultural sensitivity and diversity in the workplace. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in public engagement and training; successful grant writing experience preferred. 
• Experience with database and web page design preferred. 
• Proven ability to prioritize and multitask efficiently as well as think creatively and develop innovative solutions. 
• Strong organizational skills and proficient in administrative and budgeting duties. 
• Able to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Able and willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions that include hiking moderate distances in somewhat rough terrain and working aboard small vessels. 
• Comfortable with social media platforms (including blog posting) for public outreach. 

The proposed personnel must possess and maintain the following skills/certifications and/or credentials during the period of performance: 

• Ability to work aboard and/or operate small boats 
• Must have a valid driver's license, provide documentation of a clean driving record, and have a personal vehicle. If a vehicle is required for the accomplishment of the duties, one will be provided by NOAA at the duty station location of Seattle or Manchester. Use of a personal vehicle for job-related duties will be reimbursed based on mileage. 

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 and diverse 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 proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.