Natural Resource Economist

Azura is seeking a Natural Resource Economist for a full-time position to support the NOAA Fisheries, Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office. Location: 55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester, MA 01930 POSITION DUTIES: Develop and implement methods to analyze economic impacts of regulations, policies, or alternatives intended to protect Atlantic large whales, including the North Atlantic right whale, from entanglement in commercial fisheries and vessel strikes. Conduct reviews of relevant data, methods, and procedures pursuant to the appropriate statutes, regulations, executive orders, and other policies. This includes, but is not limited to, the ESA (including Section 7), MMPA, NEPA, Regulatory Flexibility Act, and Executive Order 12866. Develop a detailed work plan, including a schedule of milestones, for the completion of an economic impact analysis sufficient to meet the requirements of the relevant guiding statutes and policies. Execute the economic impact analysis using available data and methods such that the analysis informs regulatory policy decision-making and satisfies the requirements of relevant statutes and policies. Support Team meetings, scoping meetings, and public comments. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in economics, natural resource economics, natural resource management, or other relevant discipline. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE AND WORK SCHEDULE: Work is to be conducted at the NOAA Fisheries, Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office, 55 Great Republic Drive, Gloucester MA 01930. This position is full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday) during normal operating hours of the facility. Some travel to in-person meetings may be required. This position is not open to visa sponsorship or relocation assistance. APPLICATION PROCESS: The application will take approximately 10-15 minutes to complete. If you want to provide more information for any of your responses, please use the Applicant Comment section to elaborate. Requirement: Obtain phone and email contact information for 2 to 4 professional references who can provide a knowledgeable assessment of your job-specific qualifications. Required Documents: A 1-page cover letter that specifies the position to which you are applying; your earliest available start date; and your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience as they pertain to the key responsibilities and desired strengths of this position. Name the PDF in the format of LastnameFirstname_Cover Letter_Economist . A resume (no more than 3 pages) targeted specifically towards the duties and qualifications of this position. Name the PDF in the format of LastnameFirstname_Resume_Economist . J-18808-Ljbffr

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