Fisheries Sampling Analyst at ECS Corporate Services in Fairfax, Virginia

Job Description:

ECS is seeking a Fisheries Sampling Analyst to work Remote.



Job Description:


ECS is seeking qualified candidates to work remotely to support the NOAA Fisheries National Observer Program to evaluate the procedures for collection of observer and electronic monitoring data, including the review of data collection methodologies and bycatch estimation procedures.


The ideal candidate will be required to accomplish the following key tasks:

Identify the fisheries monitoring goals for each NOAA Fisheries region.

Review the survey designs of the current Northeast Fisheries Science Center, Southeast Fisheries Science Center, Pacific Islands Regional Office, West Coast Regional Office, Northwest Fisheries Science Center, and Alaska Fisheries Science Centers fisheries monitoring programs.

Review the methods used by the Center/Region to estimate total fleet commercial discards and fleet protected species (marine mammals, turtles, and sea birds) incidental takes. Provide information on potential alternative estimation methods as it relates to regulatory and/or scientific goals of the Agency.

Routinely consult with the National Observer Program personnel. Consult with regional monitoring programs as necessary.

Maintain appropriate data confidentiality for any and all data used in this process. The contractor will sign a confidentiality agreement with the NOP and/or each regional program as needed; after the contract is completed, the contractor will destroy all data. The contractor will not use data for any purpose other than that required to complete the contracted work.

Provide a final report, technical memorandum and peer-reviewed papers on items 1, 2, and 3 above outlining and summarizing all methodology and conclusions with authoritative references to appropriate data and sources.

Report to leadership and national working groups on findings

Salary Range: $60,000-$75,000



Required Skills:

• 
  Masters degree in marine biology, environmental policy, environmental studies, environmental management, or related natural resources science field of study
  
• 
  US Citizen
  
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  Ability to obtain and retain a Public Trust Clearance
  
• Familiar with observer sampling techniques and procedures
• Familiar with fishery population dynamics and modeling
  Experience with statistical software for fisheries
• Project management for complex and technical scientific data collection programs
• Coordinating diverse project teams to develop, improve, and achieve program goals
• Communication both verbally and using written materials (including visual presentation) with a variety of audiences including technical, scientific and non-scientific
• Working with diverse groups of individuals under strict timelines to accomplish goals
• Working independently with strong time management skills
• Adaptability to quickly changing priorities
• Ability to multitask, maintain flexibility, travel to relevant workshops and meetings.
• Attention to detail

Desired Skills:

• 
  PhD preferred
  

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.


ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.


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