Endangered Species Act & Magnuson-Stevens Act Support

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts. As part of our ongoing growth and expansion, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced

Endangered Species Act & Magnuson-Stevens Act Support

to join our growing team. This role is contingent upon contract award, and pricing may be subject to change based on final bid. Anticipated start date is September 30, 2026.

Responsibilities

Your role is to provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of promoting the protection, conservation, and recovery of anadromous fish, marine fish, invertebrates and their habitat. The primary objective is to assist the Government in meeting its authorities under the statutes and mandates of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Magnuson–Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA) with particular emphasis on the reinitiation of the ESA Section 7(a)(2) Biological Opinion, and MSA Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) Response for Klamath Project Operations from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2029 (Biological Opinion).

The necessary work will occur in the area influenced by and influencing the Bureau of Reclamation’s (Reclamation) Klamath Project Operations, which generally includes the watershed upstream and downstream of Upper Klamath Lake, OR and the Lost River watershed.  Work will focus on assisting and advising NMFS on the complex administrative record for the Klamath Project, assisting NMFS with meeting its statutory requirements and mandates in developing and implementing the Biological Opinion, and assisting NMFS with its review of draft biological assessments, and advising NMFS on sufficiency and accuracy of technical documents.

Key Tasks Include:

• Assist NMFS with the review and technical comments of biological assessments
• Evaluate and analyze effects of proposed actions, conservation measures, and mitigation activities on ESA-listed salmon, steelhead, southern resident killer whales, green sturgeon, eulachon and their critical habitat, and EFH
• Develop recommendations on ways to minimize adverse effects to ESA-listed fish and their habitat, and EFH associated with proposed Bureau of Reclamation activities
• Participate in internal and external meetings that support the purpose of the consultation.
• Assist NMFS in preparing  and reviewing section 7 consultation letters, biological opinions, incidental take permits, transmittal memos, briefing documents, national environmental policy act documents, and other written documents, as needed
• Assist NMFS monitoring compliance with ESA documents and effectiveness of terms and conditions.
• Maintain administrative records in accordance with CCO filing procedures

Travel

The candidate may need to travel to one or two planning meetings for each of the program planning tasks; one or two annual meetings to Ashland, OR or Klamath Falls, OR. The candidate is expected to use their personal vehicle. 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with 10 years or more relevant experience.  

 Additional required qualifications include:

Additional preferred qualifications include:

The candidate shall provide interdisciplinary expertise related to program and project management, business processes, best practices and procedures, database management, and meeting facilitation. The candidate shall have knowledge and expertise of NOAA Fisheries policies and programs, as well as experience with planning, and Federal financial management and operations.

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve 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 putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• 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

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.

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Compensation: 95000 to 120000 (USD)