Marine Coordinator
Job in
Smith River, Del Norte County, California, 95567, USA
Listing for:
Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-04
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Ecology, Information & Knowledge Management
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Science
Environmental Science, Ecology, Information & Knowledge Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Smith RiverJob Summary
The Marine Coordinator supports the implementation of the Marine Plan of the Tolowa Dee-ni’ Nation (“Nation”) by leading and coordinating marine monitoring, restoration, stewardship, data management, and grant development activities. This position conducts and supports marine planning, species assessments, habitat restoration projects, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping, scientific research, and environmental review activities that advance the Nation’s marine conservation goals, Harvest Title objectives, and long-term resource sustainability.
The Marine Coordinator integrates Indigenous stewardship principles, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), cultural values, and the use of Dee-ni’ Wee-ya’ (Tolowa language) into marine conservation and restoration efforts while fostering collaboration with Tribal citizens, governmental agencies, partner organizations, and the general public in support of the Nation’s mission.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Indian Preference
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified American Indian and Alaska Native candidates in accordance with the Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472). If you are claiming Indian Preference, you must submit your Tribal documentation with your application.
Essential Duties, Functions, and Responsibilities
Marine Planning & Program Development. Drafts, develops, and maintains documents supporting the Nation's Marine Plan, including the Indigenous Marine Stewardship Area (IMSA) Plan and the Marine Monitoring Plan (MMP), and active grant deliverables. Participates in coordinated activities and initiatives of the Tribal Marine Stewards Network (TMSN).Marine Monitoring & Species Assessment. Conducts monitoring, surveys, and assessments of marine keystone species to support restoration, conservation, traditional use practices, and the Nation's Harvest Title objectives.Project Planning & Restoration Implementation. Proposes, plans, implements, and evaluates new and existing marine restoration and stewardship projects.GIS Mapping & Data Analysis. Uses GIS to develop and maintain spatial databases, analyze marine monitoring data, and prepare summaries and visual reports.Environmental Review & Technical Evaluation. Reviews and evaluates environmental documents, restoration plans, and land and water management plans using biological expertise and technical knowledge to support the Nation's environmental and cultural goals.Research, Reporting & Technical Evaluation. Conducts literature reviews, compiles and analyzes scientific data, and prepares technical reports, written summaries, and publications related to marine resources and stewardship activities.Grant Writing & Funding Support. Assists with developing grant proposals and securing competitive funding opportunities to support and expand Marine Division programs and capacity.Integration of Indigenous Knowledge. Supports the incorporation of Dee-ni' Wee-ya', cultural values, and TEK into marine stewardship and restoration initiatives.Inter-Agency & Community Collaboration. Coordinates and collaborates with federal, state, local, and tribal governments, Tribal citizens, and the general public on marine monitoring and stewardship projects while maintaining professional working relationships.Other Duties as Assigned. Performs such other duties as management may assign.Required Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills
- Ability to plan, implement, and monitor marine restoration, conservation, and stewardship projects.
- Ability to collect, analyze, interpret, and summarize scientific, environmental, and spatial data for reports and decision-making purposes.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies, Tribal citizens, and the general public.
- Knowledge of marine ecology, marine keystone species, coastal ecosystems, and environmental monitoring methods.
- Knowledge of GIS, spatial data management, and marine data analysis techniques.
- Knowledge of office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines and office software such as Microsoft Office Suite and database…
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