Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in fisheries, weather, and climate science. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Policy and Planning Specialist to join our team based in Hawaii.

The responsibilities of the Policy and Planning Specialist is to conduct Lalo Management in support of Endangered Species Act-listed species and their habitat.  The Specialist will:

1. Complete implementation actions of the Lalo Resiliency Action Plan
2. Incorporate areas designated or considered for critical habitat designation into Lalo management actions.
3. Assist the Pacific Islands Regional Office in completing recovery actions for ESA-listed species and their habitat at Lalo and connected areas
4. Conduct community outreach with the Native Hawaiian community to ensure indigenous perspectives are considered in all management and adaptation strategies being implemented for Lalo
   • Engage and solicit feedback from the Native Hawaiian community through  interviews, forums, workshops, and the development of targeted outreach  materials
5. Support outreach efforts to communicate and implement actions identified in the Lalo Resiliency Action Plan
   • Includes: presentations to key stakeholders; support PIRO in representing the Lalo project at public forums and conferences; development of documents, graphic design, and materials highlighting the Lalo Resiliency Action Plan and implementing actions supporting Lalo conservation and management.
6. Coordinate with the NOAA Fisheries Project Lead and partners to implement the Management Adaptations Best Practices that consider the impacts of climate change on protected resources that can be applied in the Pacific Islands Region. 

• At least one (1) year of experience working with marine mammal resources programs and/or threatened and endangered species (ESA) programs
• One (1) year of experience in marine natural resource planning
• One (1) year of experience working on ESA and/or MMPA actions in Hawaii, Guam, CNMI, American Samoa, and/or PRIAs
• Understanding of and experience with the Native Hawaiian communities

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.