Identify the fisheries management needs (i.e., collect requirements) of the NMFS Regional Offices and the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Division
Develop and execute a plan, with schedules, to meet the needs of the NMFS Regional Offices
Lead the Seafood EO contractor team to ensure Regional and Atlantic HMS needs to implement the Seafood EO are successfully met
Provide project management and regulatory analysis support to ensure Regional Office and Atlantic HMS fisheries management actions are completed on time
Collaborate with OSF and Regional office staff to identify and resolve issues and ensure deadlines are met
Manage multiple projects concurrently and ensure each is appropriately staffed
Communicate project status, issues, and proposed resolutions to Regional Office and Atlantic HMS staff, and to the federal manager
Manage multiple contractor resources at any given time
Coordinate with NMFS leadership, OSF staff, and Regional Office staff whenever necessary to ensure policies and procedures are followed
Provide updates on project progress and conduct regular meetings with Regional Office and Atlantic HMS staff for all identified fishery management needs
Ability to lead project management efforts and mentor other contract staff of varying skill levels

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in public administration, environmental policy, fisheries, or related field (Master’s preferred)
At least five (5) years of project management experience supporting federal programs
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Applied expertise with relevant statutes, including the MSA, ESA, MMPA, and NEPA.
Experience with project planning and tracking tools
PMP certification preferred

Benefits

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

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

project managementregulatory analysisfisheries managementproject planningproject tracking

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizationalcollaboration

Certifications

PMP certification