Outreach Coordinator

UIC Alaska • Washington, DC

12d • $60,000 - $80,000

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking a qualified Outreach Coordinator to support interagency initiatives focused on the U.S. Arctic Marine Transportation System (MTS). This position plays a critical role in advancing federal coordination on Arctic maritime issues, supporting infrastructure and supply chain policy development, and contributing to the establishment and execution of the Arctic Shipping Federal Advisory Committee (ASFAC). This role requires strong subject matter expertise in Arctic transportation, maritime data, policy coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The selected candidate will work under the direction of the CMTS Executive Secretariat to help shape federal Arctic maritime policy and represent CMTS in relevant interagency and public forums.

Requirements

• BA/S in relevant field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience or expertise in Arctic maritime transportation, policy, or infrastructure.
• Familiarity with federal interagency coordination and transportation systems.
• Strong communication skills and experience with stakeholder engagement, particularly in Indigenous or coastal community contexts, is highly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel, as necessary.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
• Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level.
• US Citizenship is required for a Public Trust clearance at this location.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on the U.S. Arctic Marine Transportation System.
• Provide staff support to the CMTS Executive Secretariat, particularly in areas related to Arctic maritime infrastructure, supply chain, and data.
• Lead or support interagency coordination efforts, including serving as primary staff support for working groups or task forces.
• Contribute to development of ASFAC deliverables, including a report with policy recommendations on improving Arctic maritime safety and reliability, and an evaluation of a potential Arctic seaway development corporation.
• Support stakeholder engagement efforts with Alaska Native and coastal communities to gather perspectives on Arctic maritime transportation and seaway development.
• Represent CMTS at conferences, workshops, meetings, and other events, as needed.
• Assist with additional Executive Secretariat duties as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees