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California Ocean Protection Council · 10 hours ago

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST

positionSacramento, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$4,418/mo - $9,321/mo

The California Ocean Protection Council is hiring an Environmental Scientist to serve as a Biodiversity Program Manager & Coordinating Tribal Liaison. This role focuses on advancing tribal co-management and collaborative stewardship, supporting tribally-led research and ensuring the inclusion of tribal science in OPC-funded projects and state ocean and coastal programs.

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Responsibilities

Serve as a Biodiversity Program Manager & Coordinating Tribal Liaison
Advance tribal co-management and collaborative stewardship
Support tribally-led research and monitoring
Ensure meaningful consideration of tribal science and Traditional Knowledges in OPC-funded projects and across state ocean and coastal programs

Qualification

Scientific backgroundTribal liaison experienceCoastal ecosystem knowledgePolicy analysisCultural humilityTask prioritizationCommunication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Strong scientific background
Demonstrated experience working with California Native American tribes
Working knowledge of tribal science and/or meaningful and respectful inclusion of Traditional Knowledges in environmental policy and management
Experience working on projects and/or research related to coastal, marine, and estuarine ecosystems in California or elsewhere
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Cultural humility
Ability to become proficient in new and emerging topics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks

Preferred

Strong scientific and policy background
Working knowledge of coastal and ocean issues and stakeholders in California
Experience working on projects, research, developing and/or analyzing regulations, policy, or legislation related to coastal, marine, estuarine ecology and/or biodiversity in California or elsewhere

Company

California Ocean Protection Council

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The California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) was created by the California Ocean Protection Act (COPA), which was signed into law in 2004 by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
dateFounded in 2004
location
Sacramento, California, US
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
http://www.opc.ca.gov

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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