NOAA Basic Officer Training Class - Maritime

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; Michigan; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven community as a NOAA Corps officer, where your work transcends traditional roles. This full-time position offers a unique blend of hands-on operational tasks and strategic planning, contributing to vital environmental projects. Engage with a diverse team of experts while ensuring the safe operation of specialized vessels and aircraft. Enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for travel, all while making a significant impact on global environmental understanding and policy. If you're passionate about protecting our planet and eager for personal and professional growth, this role is your chance to embark on an adventure that truly matters.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Benefits Package

Opportunities for Travel

Professional Growth

Qualifications

• Must hold a bachelor's degree with 48 semester hours in STEM coursework.
• Pass a military physical examination and obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate NOAA aircraft and vessels for research and data collection.
• Provide leadership and support for day-to-day operations.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Expertise

Operational Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in STEM

Tools

NOAA Aircraft and Vessels

Environmental Data Collection Equipment

Job description

NOAA Basic Officer Training Class - Maritime

Be among the first 25 applicants to join the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Commissioned Officer Corps. By submitting your information, you are applying to join the Basic Officer Training Class (BOTC) 146, which starts in April 2025.

How To Apply:

1. Click “Apply” to be redirected to the NOAA Corps eRecruit application portal.
2. Once redirected, follow the step-by-step process to verify your eligibility. You must complete all sections of the form to successfully verify your eligibility.
3. After completing the form, you will be prompted to register and create a new account.
4. Once your account has been created, sign into your account and click “Apply” next to position BOTC 146. You must complete all sections and submit all required documents to submit your application.

Job Description:

Join the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps and start a career that's about more than just work; it's about making a difference. As a NOAA Corps officer, you'll be actively involved in understanding and responding to environmental changes, working at the heart of the U.S. government's efforts in climate, weather, ocean, and coastal sciences. Your day-to-day duties will vary, ranging from operating research vessels and aircraft to leading scientific expeditions and contributing to vital environmental projects. This role offers a unique mix of hands-on operational work and strategic planning, all in the service of protecting our planet.

You'll collaborate with a diverse team of experts, continually learn new skills, and have the chance to grow within a respected federal agency. With competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities to travel and explore new environments, this position is not just a job—it's an adventure that contributes to global environmental understanding and policy.

WHY NOAA?

As a NOAA Corps officer, you're not just joining an organization; you're joining a mission-driven community dedicated to protecting and understanding our planet. At NOAA, you will be at the forefront of addressing critical environmental challenges. Here, you will find a platform for personal and professional growth, where your contributions directly inform national and global environmental policies.

SALARY LEVEL:

Salary varies based on a combination of base pay, assigned duties and location, and other factors. Compensation can include incentive pay based on assigned duties (e.g., diving, sailing, flying) and will include allowances for housing and subsistence determined by assigned location.

DUTIES:

• Ensure the safe and efficient operation of NOAA aircraft, including vessels, aircraft, and uncrewed systems, which can include planning, navigating, deploying equipment, and executing emergency procedures.
• Operate NOAA’s specialized aircraft, manage research and survey vessels, and support data collection missions, including fisheries surveys, atmospheric sampling, and coastal mapping.
• Provide leadership and support necessary for day-to-day operations within your assigned NOAA unit.
• Provide technical, operational, and managerial expertise to other areas of NOAA, particularly in aviation, maritime, and inter-service transfer missions.
• Participate in collecting and analyzing environmental data across various NOAA missions.
• Work collaboratively with other government agencies, research institutions, and NOAA teams on scientific and operational missions.

Key Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must pass a military physical examination.
• Must be able to obtain, and maintain, a security clearance level of “Secret.”
• Must hold a bachelor's degree from a postsecondary institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education that includes the completion of at least 48 semester (72 quarter) hours in STEM course work pertaining to NOAA's missions.

Seniority level

Internship

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Human Resources

Industries

Government Administration