Regulatory Science and Technical Analyst
About The Position
Lynker Corporation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regulatory Science and Technical Analyst to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), West Coast Region (WCR). This is a full-time, primarily remote position supporting interagency consultation and regulatory science activities. The role involves providing scientific and technical support to conduct interagency consultations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), Federal Power Act (FPA), and NEPA. This position is advertised through FLOAT, a joint venture between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH), serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle. The position is anticipated to begin in September–October 2026, contingent on contract award.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and 3+ experience OR Master’s degree in aquatic biology, conservation biology, fisheries management, wildlife management or related field of study with 1+ years of experience relating to the specific task order.
- Knowledge of salmonid general life cycles and habitat requirements.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
- Valid state driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience drafting ESA and NEPA regulatory documents.
- Knowledge of ESA, MSA, NEPA, and related statutes.
- Experience evaluating impacts to salmonids and aquatic habitats.
- Experience working with federal, tribal, and state partners.
Responsibilities
- Provide scientific and technical support to conduct interagency consultations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), Federal Power Act (FPA), and NEPA.
- Review, gather, analyze, and synthesize scientific data to evaluate environmental impacts to listed species and habitats.
- Draft ESA Biological Opinions, Letters of Concurrence, and MSA responses.
- Review Biological Assessments and consultation packages.
- Provide pre-consultation technical assistance to action agencies.
- Prepare NEPA documentation (EAs/EISs).
- Draft permits and supporting materials for ESA section 10 activities.
- Coordinate with NMFS Science Centers, engineers, and interagency partners.
- Maintain administrative records and consultation tracking systems.
- Participate in meetings with federal, tribal, and state stakeholders.
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers 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) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
