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 Coastal Management Specialist to support NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management (OCM). The successful candidate will work closely with state partners and organizations to support the implementation of the National Coastal Zone Management Program and the National Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Program. These two programs are authorized under the Coastal Zone Management Act and the Coastal Zone Act Reauthorization Amendments Section 6217, respectively.

This position can be fully remote within the Mid-Atlantic but requires physical presence in the DC region for periodic in-person meetings at the NOAA offices in Silver Spring, MD or in Washington DC. Some additional domestic travel may be required.

Duties of the Coastal Management Specialist will include the following:

Support the Implementation of the National Coastal Nonpoint Pollution Control Program

• • • Work with OCM’s Coastal Nonpoint Program lead and EPA, and state partners as needed, to prepare decision documents regarding the approvability of a state’s coastal nonpoint program. 

    • Support the development of administrative records, respond to public comments for proposed decisions in the Federal Register, develop communications plans and briefing documents regarding federal actions on state coastal nonpoint programs, and collect and review records for responses to any relevant Freedom of Information Act requests. 

    • Work with OCM’s Coastal Nonpoint Program lead and OCM’s Environmental Compliance Team to complete all necessary environmental compliance. requirements needed for decisions on state coastal nonpoint programs.

  
  

  • Support the Implementation of Coastal Zone Management Act Programs:

     

    • Serve as a liaison to and subject matter expert on assigned Coastal Zone Management (CZM) program(s), including: monitoring and providing appropriate financial, policy/management, and technical assistance in coordination with federal leads.

    • Coordinate with NOAA’s Federal Program Officer to negotiate, process, amend, and monitor cooperative agreements and grants, and provide technical assistance to assigned CZM programs on grants management.

    • Conduct necessary environmental compliance for cooperative agreement tasks, including relevant post-award actions, and coordinate with OCM environmental compliance team for guidance and approval.

    • Support implementation activities, including: review and approval of annual performance measure submissions; participation in routine evaluations of assigned state CZM programs required under the CZMA; review and recommend approval of changes to assigned state CZM programs and program enhancement strategies to the federal project leads as required under the CZMA.  

    • Work with OCM’s Communities Program Manager to support projects or efforts related to the implementation of the National Coastal Zone Management Program, which may include development of funding summaries, and/or work related to the National Coastal Zone Management Strategic Plan.

    • Participate and contribute to both OCM Program and Regional Teams. 

     

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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 experience in environmental planning, policy, technical, and regulatory support for the Federal Government.

• Documented knowledge of/experience with coastal management issues, with experience specific to coastal nonpoint pollution preferred.

• Strong communication skills, including both written and oral communication.

• 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.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned 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.