Marine Debris Communications and Policy Specialist

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in coastal, ocean, and climate science. 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 provides communications, coordination, and administrative support to facilitate congressional, interagency, and leadership engagement in support of the Marine Debris Program.

This role operates in a HYBRID capacity, with 2-3 days in the Silver Spring, MD office and the remaining days remote.

• 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 organizational 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 manage multiple projects, meet 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 team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to deliver 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 placing the right people in the right roles to be effective. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers professionals to tackle customers  scientific and technical priorities creatively and effectively.

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost, covering medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tution/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• 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.