The Peconic Estuary Partnership, hosted through the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences at Stony Brook University, is accepting applications for a Natural Resource Program Mananger.
The PEP Natural Resource Program Manager will conduct activities associated with the Peconic Estuary Partnership (PEP), the National Estuary Program on the East End of Long Island . This role will be the main point of contact for the New York State’s activities as they relate to PEP, including habitat restoration priorities, fisheries and aquaculture, and wildlife. This position will require a high level of interaction with the public, local governments, and community groups. The incumbent will have a high level of technical skill related to natural resources, the ability to independently manage multiple priorities, and work effectively alongside a team. They will have exceptional record keeping and organizational skills.
The Program Manager’s responsibilities will include the following:
Natural Resource Program Management
- In consultation with the Executive Director, lead all natural resources programming and wildlife-related projects for the Peconic Estuary Partnership (PEP), such as fish passage, monitoring the Alewife populations, habitat restoration initiatives, Wildlife Monitoring Network, and other Long Island and regionally based habitat and wildlife projects.
- Co-Chair the Natural Resource Sub-Committee and other existing and future workgroups.
- Prepare and review documents consisting of complex scientific and technical information.
- Implement the PEP Habitat Restoration Plan by evaluating ecological conditions and data to make appropriate recommendations.
- Track Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan (CCMP) implementation.
New York State Coordination
- Coordinate habitat projects with NYS DEC occurring within the watershed of the Peconic Estuary and other NYS DEC activities concerning PEP. This includes satisfying EPA National Estuary Program Grant requirements, undertaking other activities related to PEP (ex: providing technical input on proposals submitted various NYSDEC grant programs), and collaborating with other estuary program staff and NYSDEC Division of Marine Resources supervisors.
- Interact heavily with the public, local governments, and community groups.
- Represent PEP at public meetings and Town Board meetings.
- Develop partnerships to protect and restore Peconic Estuary habitats and water quality.
Administrative Support
- Perform administrative functions related to the expenditure of public resources.
- Manage databases and use GIS information for tracking of the PEP Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan.
- Submit quarterly, monthly, and weekly reports.
- Provide support for committee meetings by assisting in the development of the agenda, scheduling meetings, and meeting minutes.
Other Duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications (as evidenced by attached resume):
Bachelor’s Degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Two (2) years directly related project management experience. Knowledge of habitat restoration approaches or wildlife biology/ecology or habit management. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with data management.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in environmental science, biology, ecology, marine sciences, oceanography, environmental management, environmental education/outreach, or a related field. Three (3) or more years of directly related project management experience. Experience leading workgroups with a variety of stakeholders (e.g., federal, state, local, non-governmental, the public, etc.). Experience writing grants and budget development. Experience managing expenditures. Experience using Arc, GIS, and/or other related software.
Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
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To apply for this position online, please visit Stony Brook Jobs and reference posting #2104940.
Job Number: 2104940
Official Job Title: Project Staff Assistant
Job Field: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences
Schedule: Full-time Shift :Variable Shift Hours: Primarily daytime with required meetings some evenings
Posting Start Date: Mar 1, 2022
Posting End Date: Mar 31, 2022, 11:59:00 PM
Salary: Commensurate with experience within the range of $65,000-$80,000
Appointment Type: Regular
Salary Grade: E99
