Clean Marina Extension Specialist (Project Specialist I)

Job Title

Clean Marina Extension Specialist (Project Specialist I)

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Sea Grant Administration And Program

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,000.00 monthly

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Who We Are

Texas Sea Grant, headquartered at Texas A&M University, is part of NOAA’s National Sea Grant College Program—a network of 34 university-based programs across coastal and Great Lakes states, Puerto Rico, and Guam. Our mission is to improve the understanding, wise use, and stewardship of Texas coastal and marine resources. Through a unique blend of competitive research funding and community-based extension services, we connect top scientists with coastal stakeholders to address real-world challenges. Our work spans four key focus areas: Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture, Resilient Communities and Economies, Healthy Coastal Ecosystems, and Environmental Literacy and Workforce Development.

What We Want

Texas Sea Grant is seeking a Clean Marina Extension Specialist (Project Specialist I) to support programmatic development and implementation within the Resilient Communities and Economies focus area. Specifically, Texas Sea Grant is developing a new clean and resilient marina extension program in collaboration with marinas and boaters in the Texas coastal zone and adjacent watersheds, the Gulf of America Alliance, Texas Parks and Wildlife and other state agencies and partners. The ideal candidate has familiarity with program development as well as with marina operations, Clean Vessel Act funds, and water quality and infrastructure challenges unique to marina and boating communities. This role involves travel throughout the Texas coastal zone to educate marina operators and boaters about clean marina practices, resilient infrastructure, and strategies for addressing water‑quality and hazard resilience issues. Success in this position requires strong communication skills, community‑engagement experience, and the ability to work effectively with various partners and communities. This role will work closely with the Associate Director and Extension Lead as part of the Texas Sea Grant Extension team.

Please note: This position is funded from grant and/or contract funding, which is renewed through provisions of the grantor of the contract. Therefore, this position is contingent upon continuation of funding from these grants and/or contracts, as well as satisfactory job performance

What You Need to Know

Salary: $60,000 - $65,000/annually (Compensation will be commensurate to the selected hire’s experience).

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended and will help in our review. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.    

Other Requirements and Factors:

• This position is located in Corpus Christi, TX.

• This position may require up to 20% or more travel.

• This position may require work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• No prior experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in areas relevant to water quality, coastal and marine science, natural resource management, environmental science, environmental policy, coastal management, or combination thereof.

• Experience managing or developing projects or programs, or with strategic planning.

• Experience with grant writing and proposal development.

• Experience with needs assessments, surveys, or interviews.

• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.

• Experience with marinas and boaters.

• Experience building and sustaining partnerships.