Marine Debris Communications and Policy Specialist

Lynker Technologies

US-MD-Silver Spring

Job :
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Project Coordination/Coordinator
NOAA - Silver Spring MD

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in coastal, ocean, and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Marine Debris Communications and Policy Specialist to support NOAA's Marine Debris Program Headquartered in Silver Spring, MD. This position will provide communications, coordination, and administrative support to facilitate congressional, interagency, and leadership engagement in support of the Marine Debris Program.

This role will operate in a HYBRID capacity, with 2-3 days of work being performed in office in Silver Spring, MD, and the remaining days operating as work from home.

• Provide clear, concise, and timely responses to information requested from NOAA, the Administration, Congress and external partners.
• Serve as the Executive Secretary of the Interagency Marine Debris Coordinating Committee.
• Support congressional and leadership engagement, including the development of briefing materials, coordinating with staff, and scheduling.
• Serve as the media lead for the office; coordinate, and respond promptly to inquiries.
• Fulfill timely communications related requests from the Marine Debris Division Chief and Deputy Chief, such as drafting talking points and presentations, coordinating briefing materials, and supporting travel and scheduling, as needed.
• Support and coordinate agency processes, such as controlled correspondence, rollout plans, and Information Quality Act reviews.
• Synthesize information, write, and copy edit materials for products such as reports, presentations, and web stories.
• Maintain the Marine Debris Division's intranet.
• Assist with special projects.

• A Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree (preferred) in Marine Science, Environmental Science Management, Political Science, or related field.
• 4+ years related experience.
• Experience supporting senior- leadership by coordinating communications, preparing briefing materials, and facilitating information exchange in support of federal programs.
• Experience supporting or coordinating interagency committees, working groups, or collaborative bodies, including meeting logistics, documentation, and follow-up.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Strong organization skills.
• Experience translating scientific information into plain language.
• Experience copy editing documents.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a wide range of individuals and within teams.
• Ability to work on multiple projects, be responsive to deadlines, and shift priorities as needed.
• Experience with the Adobe Suite preferred.

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.