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.  Lynker is seeking a talented Coastal Management Specialist to join their growing team.  This role is contingent upon Lynker winning the contract, and an offer will likely not be extended until it is confirmed that the contract has been won.   

Support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office for Coastal Management (OCM) and its implementation of the National Coastal Zone Management Program and Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI)-supported projects. 

The successful candidate will be part of NOAA OCM’s Stewardship Division and Great Lakes regional team, and will provide coastal management liaison support for the implementation of NOAA programs in the Great Lakes region, with a focus on strengthening coastal communities’ ability to bounce back from challenges associated with climate change through a balanced approach to coastal management. The position will be located within the general vicinity of one of the following locations: Duluth, Minnesota; Madison, Wisconsin; Ann Arbor, Michigan

Core Responsibilities of the Coastal Management Specialist will include the following:

• Support the Implementation of Coastal Zone Management Act Programs:

• Coordinate with assigned Coastal Zone Management Programs and NOAA’s Federal Program Officer to offer suggestions, process, amend, and monitor cooperative agreements and grants; and provide technical reviews for other proposals in coordination with the federal project lead.
• Conduct necessary environmental compliance for cooperative agreement tasks, including relevant post-award actions, and coordinate with OCM environmental compliance coordinator for guidance and approval.
• Support implementation activities, including: review and analysis of yearly grant/financial assistance awards; review and recommend approval of performance measure submissions; program evaluations required under the CZMA; and the development, review and recommend approval of management plans and strategies to the federal project lead.  
• Provide subject matter expertise and regional coordination support on coastal management issues, including habitat and water quality issues. 
• Identify CZMA Program highlights and other opportunities to communicate partner success stories.
• Identify and facilitate programmatic synergies across the National Estuarine Research Reserves and Coastal Zone Management programs and other partners in the Great Lakes to enhance execution and results, and/or identify joint projects.
• Support and coordinate on habitat, water quality, green infrastructure and other coastal resource management issues along the Great Lakes coast.
• Participate and contribute to both OCM Program and Regional Teams.  

• Support for Great Lakes Restoration Initiative projects:

• Provide technical and grants management support for OCM’s portfolio of Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI)-supported projects that enhance habitat restoration and coastal resilience of communities through implementation of nature-based solutions.
• Work with OCM’s Great Lakes team and close partners to document regional needs for coastal restoration planning purposes.  
• Coordinate with partners on complimentary projects that leverage NOAA products and services.
• Attend and participate in relevant regional meetings across the Great Lakes, as needed. This includes participating in regional coastal workgroups (e.g., Great Lakes Coastal Assembly).

The Coastal Management Specialist selected should have the following:

• Master’s degree in Environmental Policy, Marine Policy, or a related field, plus 3 additional years of relevant professional experience.
• Documented knowledge of/experience with coastal zone management issues and the Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA), with Great Lakes experience strongly preferred.
• Experience in nature-based solutions to shoreline management and planning and implementation of projects to enhance climate resilience of coastal communities.  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, manage time to achieve project objectives to meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to pass a National Agency Check and fingerprinting background check and maintain it through the duration of employment.

       The Ideal Coastal Management Specialist will have the following:

• Documented experience in environmental planning, policy, technical, and regulatory support for the Federal Government.
• Strong knowledge of, and experience with, Tribal governments throughout the Great Lakes.

• Demonstrated experience with stakeholder outreach and engagement, especially relating to environmental policy issues.

• Training or demonstrated experience in facilitation.
• Self-starter with ability to work in a team environment.
• Documented experience supporting technical and public outreach meetings.
• The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, manage time to achieve project objectives to meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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.