Natural Resource Specialist
- Promote the conservation of protected species and habitats through the implementation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA).
- Permit scientific research under Section 4(d) and Section 10 of the ESA, work with scientific researchers, and analyze the effects of research on listed species.
- Perform ESA Section 7 consultations with federal agencies, work with tribes and state and local agencies, and analyze the effects of actions on listed species to ensure compliance with appropriate statutes.
- Provide background research to supervisor as well as review, edit, and provide technical support to supervisor regarding applicable management and policy documents under the ESA and MMPA.
- Collaborate in person, on the phone, via email, or virtually with tribes and external agencies and organizations in the recovery of listed species and conduct briefings for agency officials.