employment includes health care benefits.
http://www.whalemuseum.org/programs/soundwatch/soundwatch.html
Location: Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, Washington, USA
Established in 1979 as the first U.S. museum dedicated to whales living in
the wild, The Whale Museum promotes stewardship of whales and the Salish Sea
ecosystem through education and research. The Soundwatch Boater Education
Program was initiated in 1993 by The Whale Museum to reduce disturbances to
marine wildlife caused by irresponsible boater behaviors. This innovative
program educates boaters on guidelines and regulations for marine wildlife
through shore-based education, reinforces the learning experience through
on-the-water educational patrols, monitors vessel activities to characterize
vessel trends, and evaluate existing guidelines and laws. The main focus of
our work is the endangered Southern Resident killer whales (SRKWs) but there
are other marine mammal species of importance in our region, including
Transient killer whales, Minke whales, Humpback whales, Fin whales, Harbor
porpoise, Dall's porpoise, Harbor seals, Steller sea lions, and many other
cetacean and pinniped species.
The Program Coordinator is expected to oversee all aspects of the Soundwatch
Program including, but not limited to: coordination of seasonal field
operations; small vessel operations/maintenance, Be Whale Wise
education/outreach on marine stewardship; maintenance of the program
long-term data sets and database; preparation of program reports; training,
mentoring and coordination of volunteers, interns and seasonal contract
employees; assistance with grant writing/fund raising; collaborate with
partner monitoring programs, the whale watch industry and federal and state
marine mammal management and enforcement teams. The successful candidate
should understand and have experience with U.S. and Canadian recovery
priorities related to the endangered SRKWs. The Program Coordinator reports
to the Museum Executive Director and must work cooperatively with other
museum staff. This position is classed as year-round, full-time
Management/Administrative with field work responsibilities.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's Degree plus 7 years' experience in a relevant field,
specifically marine mammal research in the wild
* Experienced boat operator with expertise in boat maintenance
* Strong knowledge of marine ecosystems, marine mammal biology and
natural history, specifically the endangered SRKWs and the Salish Sea.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary for
public interaction, conflict resolution, department planning, grant writing
and project management experience
* Team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to interact
effectively with staff & board, interns/volunteers, visitors, members, and
the public.
* Ability to multi-task and work flexible schedule, specifically
some weekends and evenings.
* Ability to collect and synthesize information; effective problem
solving skills.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to lift 40 lbs. or more and to stand for long periods of
time
* Excellent computer/technological skills (i.e., database
management, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office)
Soundwatch Program Coordinator should plan to be in place by March 2, 2020
(start date may be negotiable). Active review of submitted applications will
begin January 2nd and continue until the position is filled. Note:
International applicants required to have approved Visa and documentation to
work in the U.S. at the time of submission.
Application package should include: a cover letter, resume and up to five
references (reference letter or contact information for each reference).
Electronic submissions are encouraged in the form of a PDF compiled with the
requested information.
Please send to: Jenny L. Atkinson, Executive Director, The Whale Museum, P.
O. Box 945, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
or Email: jenny@whalemuseum.org
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