Coastal Environmental Policy & Tech Support Specialist

Lynker Corporation; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

401(k) retirement plan with company matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Tuition assistance

Spot bonuses for exceptional performance

Job summary

Lynker Corporation, based in Portland, Oregon, is looking for a dedicated Scientific & Technical Support professional to assist the Oregon Washington Coastal Office. This role will entail providing vital consultations related to environmental impacts for various projects.

The candidate will require a background in aquatic biology with a Bachelor's or Master's degree and a strong grasp of ESA regulations. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, a 401(k) with company matching, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years’ experience, or a Master’s degree with two years of related experience.
• Experience writing Federal regulatory documents adhering to agency guidance.
• Experience assessing the impacts of human activities on marine species.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the Oregon Washington Coastal Office through ESA consultations.
• Write combined ESA Biological Opinions and responses to action agencies.
• Review biological assessments and permit applications from action agencies.

Skills

Knowledge of salmonid general life cycles and habitat requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Highly proficient English language composition and editing skills

Working with diverse interagency teams

Program planning and management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aquatic biology or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

MS Office

Google Workplace

Job description

Lynker Corporation, based in Portland, Oregon, is looking for a dedicated Scientific & Technical Support professional to assist the Oregon Washington Coastal Office. This role will entail providing vital consultations related to environmental impacts for various projects.

The candidate will require a background in aquatic biology with a Bachelor's or Master's degree and a strong grasp of ESA regulations. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, a 401(k) with company matching, and career growth opportunities.