Fisheries Science Analyst: ESA, Hatchery & NEPA Expert

Lynker Corporation; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare at no monthly cost

401(k) retirement plan with company-matching

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Tuition assistance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Lynker Corporation is seeking a Fisheries Science Analyst to support NMFS West Coast Region Sustainable Fisheries Division. This role involves conducting ESA effects analyses, preparing NEPA documents, and evaluating fishery management strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The position is remote with some required travel to Seattle and offers comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, PTO, and an employee stock ownership plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of the Magnuson-Stevens Act and the National Environmental Policy Act.
• Experience in preparing NEPA analytical documents.
• Experience conducting technical analyses for Pacific salmon and steelhead.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ESA effects analyses for harvest and hatchery management frameworks.
• Perform trend analysis, risk assessment, and population evaluations.
• Prepare NEPA documents (EAs/EISs).
• Evaluate alternative fishery management strategies.

Skills

Knowledge of fishing industry laws

Experience with NEPA documents

Technical writing skills

Ability to perform ESA consultations

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Lynker Corporation is seeking a Fisheries Science Analyst to support NMFS West Coast Region Sustainable Fisheries Division. This role involves conducting ESA effects analyses, preparing NEPA documents, and evaluating fishery management strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The position is remote with some required travel to Seattle and offers comprehensive benefits such as healthcare, PTO, and an employee stock ownership plan.