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NOTE: The job opening listed below is posted in conjunction with Ocean Associates, Inc.’s teaming partner Saltwater, Inc.
Saltwater Inc.
Ocean Associates, Inc.
Communication and Outreach-R3
(Woods Hole, MA or Narragansett, RI)
Saltwater Inc. is a small, innovative company that collects data on fisheries and oceans and is bidding on a federal contract. We are looking for a person to fill a full-time, Communication and Outreach Specialist position, starting in spring 2020. This position will be based in Woods Hole, MA or Narragansett, RI.Description
This position requires a science writer with the skills and experience necessary to effectively communicate agency activities and present this work to a general audience. You will work closely with a leadership team, scientists, and a communication team, to develop story ideas, content, and visual support products. You must also be qualified and able to drive a government vehicle. Further job descriptions are available upon request.Tasks
You will work for Saltwater as a contractor based at one of the NOAA Laboratories of the Northeast Fisheries Science Center. Your responsibilities will include:
Monthly progress report
Annual outreach plan that will detail what topics (related to READ topics) will be focused on, when, where, how, and by whom.
Well organized and promoted science outreach events at agency facilities or at partner venues.
Planning, publicity, and development of promotional materials.
Publicity plans.
Event logistics.
Drive a government vehicle.
Occasional overtime in conjunction with events and content opportunities.
Skills, Experience and Education Required
Knowledge, skill, and ability to produce articles and digital content to promote NEFSC science accomplishments, mission, and staff to a general audience.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to maintain and improves our capability to distribute content to important external media outlets.
Knowledge, skill, and ability to promote and organize science outreach events.
Qualification and ability to drive a government vehicle.
Ability to work occasional overtime in conjunction with events and opportunities supporting content development.
Ability to travel within the region as required to support content development.
If you are interested in learning more about these positions, and to apply, please visit the Ocean Associates, Inc. Career Center located at https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9a93435d-91d4-4a65-8a21-2de9187df1dd&ccId=19000101000001&type=MP&lang=enUS
Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:
Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.
Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
Education.
Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
Three professional references.
Include your name in the document file name.
Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire, and successfully complete a federal government background check. Saltwater, Inc. and Ocean Associates Inc. are Equal Opportunity Employers and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law.
Saltwater, Inc. and OAI are government contractors and are required by law to invite applicants to self-identify their race, gender, national origin, disability status and veteran status. Saltwater, Inc. and OAI are required to use the information it collects as part of its future affirmative action efforts in hiring. The information is collected anonymously by computer and is not connected to your application. You will see a place to check certain boxes in Saltwater, Inc. and OAI's online application. Even though the information is anonymous, self-identification is voluntary. You can always check the box that says you decline to self-identify.
Note: If you are not selected, your materials may be retained for present or future opportunities. We may use your resume in bidding on a project and if we are awarded the work we will contact you before seeking further applicants. If you do not wish us to retain or use your resume to seek work for you, please let us know in the "Notes" section on the second page of the online application.
Vacancy expired!