Fisheries Management Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Entarian; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid federal holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life insurance

Job summary

Entarian seeks a senior Fisheries Management SME to support federal actions and environmental compliance. You will develop, review, and implement management actions under Magnuson-Stevens Act, translating complex science into practical regulatory documents.

The role emphasizes technical writing, cross-organizational collaboration, and clear communication with diverse stakeholders nationwide, with mostly remote work in the continental US.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in fisheries, marine biology, environmental science, natural resource management, marine policy, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience supporting fisheries management, environmental compliance, or federal programs.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• US Citizen or Permanent Resident and able to pass background investigation for security badge.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of fisheries management actions under Executive Order 14276.
• Draft and review FMPs, amendments, regulatory actions, briefing materials, and supporting docs.
• Conduct NEPA analyses and supporting scientific analyses.
• Evaluate management alternatives and provide technical recommendations to leadership.
• Coordinate with NMFS regional offices, staff, scientists, economists, and regulatory specialists.
• Support development of regulatory packages and administrative records.
• Review and synthesize scientific studies, policy documents, and public comments.
• Communicate complex concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support meetings, workgroups, and council activities as needed.

Skills

Fisheries management

Regulatory writing

Policy analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Technical communication

Education

Master's degree or PhD in fisheries-related field

Job description

Position is contingent upon contract award and funding.

Background

The National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of Sustainable Fisheries (OSF), is implementing support activities associated with Executive Order 14276, Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness. This effort is focused on advancing fisheries management actions, reducing regulatory burdens, supporting domestic seafood competitiveness, and accelerating implementation of priority fisheries initiatives across NOAA Fisheries Headquarters, Regional Offices, and the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Division.

This position will support a high-visibility NOAA Fisheries initiative involving fisheries management action development, environmental compliance, technical analysis, and scientific/regulatory writing.

The work will involve collaboration with federal fisheries managers, scientists, economists, policy staff, and regional offices nationwide.

Position Summary

We are seeking a senior-level Fisheries Management Subject Matter Expert (SME) with deep experience supporting federal fisheries management and environmental compliance efforts. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical writing capabilities, experience navigating complex regulatory frameworks, and the ability to translate scientific and regulatory information into actionable management documents.

This individual will serve as a senior technical resource supporting the development, review, and implementation of fisheries management actions under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act and associated environmental compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of fisheries management actions associated with Executive Order 14276.
• Draft and review Fishery Management Plans (FMPs), amendments, regulatory actions, briefing materials, and supporting documentation.
• Conduct and support environmental analyses, including National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation and supporting scientific analyses.
• Evaluate fisheries management alternatives and provide technical recommendations to NOAA Fisheries leadership and regional offices.
• Coordinate with NMFS Regional Offices, Atlantic Highly Migratory Species staff, scientists, economists, and regulatory specialists.
• Support development of regulatory packages and administrative records.
• Review and synthesize scientific studies, policy documents, and public comments related to fisheries management actions.
• Communicate complex scientific, regulatory, and policy concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support meetings, technical workgroups, and fishery management council activities as needed.

This position is expected to be primarily remote/off-site within the continental United States, with occasional travel for meetings, workshops, or coordination activities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in fisheries science, marine biology, environmental science, natural resource management, marine policy, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience supporting fisheries management, environmental compliance, marine resource policy, or related federal programs.
• Strong knowledge ofvMagnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), Federal fisheries management processes
• Fisheries management plans and regulatory development expertise including experience preparing technical and regulatory documents in a federal or highly regulated environment.
• Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work across multiple organizations and stakeholders in a fast-paced federal environment.
• NOAA Fisheries or related federal fisheries management experience strongly preferred.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident and be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility.

About Us

ERT considers several factors when extending an offer of employment, including the location, scope, and associated responsibilities of the specific position, as well as a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• 11 Paid Federal Government Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Basic Life & Supplemental Life
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
• Skills Development & Certifications
• Professional Membership Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Competitive compensation plan
• Discretionary variable incentive bonuses based on factors such as individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance

Formed through the strategic union of Sev1Tech and ERT, Entarian is a premier provider of mission-critical engineering and technology solutions. Founded on a legacy of excellence dating back to 1993, Entarian is a product of an evolved and fully diversified engineering and federal technology leader. From deep space to defense and civilian missions, Entarian delivers secure, mission-aligned digital solutions that drive national resilience and operational effectiveness. We don't just support modernization; we define it.

Entarian is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.