Lead Fishery Management Analyst – Data, Scientific Analysis & Compliance Support

Overview

Lynker Corporation is seeking to hire a Lead Fishery Management Analyst – Data, Scientific Analysis & Compliance Support to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Office of Sustainable Fisheries (OSF). This is a full-time, primarily remote position anticipated to begin August 1, 2026. Hiring for this position will be contingent on contract award. Lynker will be operating under its FLOAT joint venture, a NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 prime contract holder.*

The Lead Fishery Management Analyst – Data, Scientific Analysis & Compliance Support will support implementation of Executive Order 14276, including development of fishery management actions, regulatory documentation, and environmental compliance. This role will lead technical efforts across Regional Offices and the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Division.

Responsibilities

Duties of the Lead Fishery Management Analyst – Data, Scientific Analysis & Compliance Support will include the following:

Lead development of Fishery Management Plans (FMPs), amendments, and regulatory action packages

Develop management alternatives, recommendations, and presentations

Oversee scientific analysis, technical writing, and NEPA compliance

Coordinate with NMFS Regional Offices, Atlantic HMS, and headquarters staff

Review scientific studies and regulatory analyses for accuracy and policy alignment

Oversee Administrative Records and clearance packages

Support rapid implementation of management measures

Participate in Fishery Management Council processes

Provide leadership and quality control for analyst staff

Deliverables:

FMPs and regulatory amendments

NEPA environmental analyses

Administrative Records and clearance packages

Technical analyses and reports

Monthly progress reports

Qualifications

The Lead Fishery Management Analyst – Data, Scientific Analysis & Compliance Support should have the following:

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in fisheries science, marine biology, environmental science, natural resource management, public policy, or a related field

Experience developing Fishery Management Plans or amendments

Familiarity with Magnuson-Stevens Act and NEPA

Experience supporting NMFS, Regional Offices, or Fishery Management Councils

Experience leading fisheries management action development or regulatory analysis

Strong technical writing, analytical, and coordination skills

Ability to synthesize scientific and policy information

Seven (7) or more years of experience leading or supporting fisheries management actions

Place of Performance:

Primarily remote.

Travel:

May be required for meetings, workshops, or Council support.

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.

* This position is advertised through our joint venture, FISH and Lynker Ocean Alliance Team (FLOAT), a partnership between Lynker and Fisheries Immersed Sciences Hawaii (FISH) serving the NOAA ProTech Fisheries 2.0 IDIQ contracting vehicle.

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