Outreach Coordinator

Bowhead • Washington, DC

14d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking an Outreach Coordinator to support interagency initiatives focused on the U.S. Arctic Marine Transportation System (MTS). The role supports federal coordination on Arctic maritime issues, infrastructure and supply chain policy development, and the establishment and execution of the Arctic Shipping Federal Advisory Committee (ASFAC).

The coordinator will provide subject matter expertise in Arctic transportation, maritime data, policy coordination, and stakeholder engagement. Under the direction of the CMTS Executive Secretariat, the selected candidate will help shape federal Arctic maritime policy and represent CMTS in interagency and public forums. The position requires travel as necessary and the ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required for a Public Trust clearance at this location.

The target salary range is $65,000–$75,000, commensurate with experience. Salary information is a general guideline; Bowhead also considers the position’s scope and responsibilities, work experience, education and training, skills, internal peer equity, and market and business considerations when making an offer.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience or expertise in Arctic maritime transportation, policy, or infrastructure.
• Familiarity with federal interagency coordination and transportation systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel as necessary.
• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust-level security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for a Public Trust clearance at this location.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds, stand and walk for prolonged periods, and twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in a relevant field preferred.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement experience, particularly in Indigenous or coastal community contexts, highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on the U.S. Arctic Marine Transportation System.
• Provide staff support to the CMTS Executive Secretariat, particularly on Arctic maritime infrastructure, supply chain, and data.
• Lead or support interagency coordination efforts, including providing primary staff support for working groups or task forces.
• Contribute to ASFAC deliverables, including a report with policy recommendations for improving Arctic maritime safety and reliability and an evaluation of a potential Arctic seaway development corporation.
• Support stakeholder engagement 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