CASE Consultants International · 3 hours ago
Climate Resilience Technical Specialist (Great Lakes Region)
Asheville, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expCASE Consultants International is seeking experienced Climate Resilience Technical Advisors to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Resilience Regional Challenge. This role involves providing technical advice and assistance to enhance the resilience of coastal communities to extreme weather and climate change impacts through capacity building and collaboration.
ConsultingEducationSustainability
Responsibilities
Provide subject-matter expertise in areas such as climate adaptation and resilience planning, policy development, and nature-based solutions
Offer guidance on accessing and utilizing NOAA climate data, tools, and analyses
Support economic and ecosystem service assessments relevant to climate resilience projects
Advise on meaningful and equitable engagement with historically underserved and underrepresented communities, including tribal and indigenous communities
Assess the performance needs of collaboratives, identifying necessary training, data, tools, and technical expertise
Facilitate the convening of regional partners for planning, designing, and implementing adaptation efforts
Develop and deliver climate resilience and adaptation training sessions
Coordinate with NOAA Office for Coastal Management (OCM) regional staff and a network of fellows to provide targeted support
Support and participate in national and regional peer-to-peer events and workshops, fostering knowledge transfer and collaboration
Develop outreach and educational materials to promote the work of the collaboratives
Communicate NOAA resources effectively to regional partners and stakeholders
Assist in documenting and communicating the accomplishments of the CRRC projects
Serve on project advisory or technical teams to ensure successful implementation of climate resilience initiatives
Provide management assistance for cooperative agreements and grants associated with the CRRC
Support the development of geospatial data visualizations, model outputs, and analytical products to aid collaborative decision-making
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in environmental science, climate policy, coastal management, or a related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in climate resilience, adaptation planning, or related areas
Proven track record of working with Great Lakes coastal communities, particularly those that are marginalized or underserved
Strong knowledge of NOAA and/or other Federal climate data, tools, and resources
Experience in facilitating workshops, trainings, and peer-to-peer knowledge sharing events
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Experience in project management, particularly in the context of large, multi-year grants or cooperative agreements
Preferred
Experience working with non-government institutions and local communities on climate issues are a plus
Experience working with tribal and indigenous communities
Familiarity with nature-based solutions and their application in coastal resilience projects
Experience in economic and ecosystem service analysis related to climate adaptation
Benefits
Company-sponsored healthcare (medical, dental, and vision)
Paid leave
A retirement plan
Training and professional development opportunities
Remote and flexible work arrangements
Performance-based raises and bonuses
Additional benefits designed to support work–life balance and long-term career growth
Company
CASE Consultants International
CASE Consultants International focuses on climate change adaptation, sustainability, and resilience through expert consulting.
Founded in 2012Asheville, North Carolina, USA
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Liz Tarquin
Chief Executive Officer
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