Senior Environmental Analyst – Endangered Species Act Section 7

Job overview

The Senior Environmental Analyst role is remote, preferably located in Alaska; the posting also identifies it as subject to contract award. Compensation is not specified. The role supports NOAA Fisheries Alaska Region in implementing Endangered Species Act responsibilities for threatened and endangered species and critical habitats. The analyst leads complex Section 7 consultations, evaluates effects on listed species and habitats, and provides regulatory and scientific expertise. The role also reviews technical work, mentors junior staff, and communicates with federal agencies and stakeholders to support defensible consultation documents.

What you'll do

• Lead and prepare complex ESA Section 7 consultation documents
• evaluate effects of federal actions on listed species and critical habitats
• analyze environmental impacts of coastal and marine activities
• apply relevant environmental regulations and NMFS Acoustic Criteria
• oversee and mentor junior staff
• serve as a subject matter expert and agency contact
• ensure quality and regulatory defensibility
• manage projects and deadlines
• communicate technical concepts
• contribute to program strategy and process improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior environmental analyst

endangered species act

esa section 7

environmental analysis

alaska region

marine ecosystems

critical habitat

regulatory compliance

remote

noaa fisheries

staff mentoring

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Remote position, preferably located in Alaska; subject to contract award; US citizenship preferred.

About the employer

Think Tank, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Environmental Consulting Services. Sector: 54.