Program Analyst

Groundswell•Scituate, MA

23d•$74,995 - $136,491•Hybrid

About The Position

Groundswell is seeking a Program Analyst to provide program support to the NOAA Science Advisory Board (SAB) and various strategic planning groups under the guidance of OAR leadership. This role involves reviewing, monitoring, and tracking correspondence, proposals, and deadlines, as well as conducting research to aid in preparing responses to inquiries from committee members, other agency representatives, and external partners. The position is with Groundswell, a technology integrator committed to solving complex challenges for federal agencies.

Requirements

A Master’s degree in a related field is required.
At least 6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Previous NOAA experience and a strong understanding of NOAA systems, services, research, and/or programs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience facilitating meetings, groups, and/or teams, condensing large amounts of information, and demonstrated strong writing and editing skills, and experience translating complex scientific information for non-scientific audiences.
Demonstrated ability to multitask and work in a high-paced environment.
Can work both independently and as a team.
MS Office and G-Suite proficiency.
Strong written, analytical, and strategic foresight.
Demonstrated experience managing projects.
Must be a US Citizen per contract requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

A Bachelor's Degree in environmental, oceanic, atmospheric, biology, or other sciences is preferred. This background will be helpful in understanding content from the SAB.

Responsibilities

Develop briefing packages in advance of the SAB and OAR meetings, including subject matter research.
Coordinate the various councils and their subcommittees and supporting OAR meeting planning and task completion.
Provide support for meetings, particularly the logistics, editing, and distribution of minutes and reports, including research, citations, and soliciting and reviewing public comments.
Support NOAA Science Advisory Board projects by independently working on several types of activities similar to the tasks of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) supported SAB Ecosystem Sciences and Management Working Group to ensure NOAA science programs are of the highest quality and provide optimal support to resource management, environmental assessment and predictions.
Draft Portfolio-specific briefing materials and educational materials.
Provide input to ad hoc stakeholder requests for information and analysis regarding policy development, status, and assessment.
Design, implement, and manage mechanisms for collecting, tracking, and assessing information about a broad range of developments, activities, statements, publications, and other metrics that impact Portfolio activities.