Data Specialist: Tuna Tracking and Verification Program

NOTE:  If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact Ocean Associates at 703-388-9548 to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.  

Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking applicants for a full-time position to support the NOAA/NMFS Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce (IATC), Tuna Tracking and Verification Program (TTVP). The TTVP monitors domestic production and importation of all frozen and processed tuna products nationwide and authenticates any associated dolphin-safe claim.  OAI is a Virginia corporation established in 2003 that provides consulting and technical services to the U.S. government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. We specialize in scientific program and project management, strategic planning, professional and technical services and stakeholder engagement, supporting government contracts. 

NOTE:  A cover letter that describes how your skills, experience and education meet the required qualifications of the position must be included with your resume when submitting the application and is mandatory. 

Duties:

• Review and enter form data for electronic file submissions.
• Answer and respond to tuna import related calls, emails, and voicemails.
• Assist with tuna import documentation compliance by corresponding with industry via telephone, and email.
• Review, compile, and/or file domestic processor monthly reports as assigned, including following up with companies on non-compliance or clarify program requirements.
• Assist with domestic processor documentation compliance by corresponding with industry via telephone and email.
• Participate or assist in TTVP audits or events.
• Assist with the dissemination of TTVP information to the industry.
• Review and develop documents supporting rulemakings and/or briefing papers and background documents.
• Develop outreach materials and participate/support at outreach events.
• Support other IATC seafood trade monitoring programs, such as the Seafood Import Monitoring Program or Highly Migratory Species International Trade Program, as appropriate.
• Collaborate with other seafood trade monitoring programs on development of shared databases and projects, as appropriate.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma
• Seven years of related work experience (education beyond high school may be substituted for work experience)
• Familiarity with the TTVP laws and regulations and/or fisheries management regulations or issues.
• Experience  with spreadsheet and database software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: NOAA/NMFS/Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce Trade and Commerce Division 1315 East-West Highway, 5th Floor Silver Spring, MD 20910 

Salary and Benefits: This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary is $27.00 to $30.00/hr.

Only qualified applicants that meet 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 must submit a resume that includes the following:

• Cover letter that describes how your skills, experience and education meet the required qualifications of the position.  
• Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.
• Education.
• Previous experience or training with similar requirements.
• Three professional references.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please APPLY THROUGH ADP WEB PORTAL, AT THE LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT OF THIS PAGE. 

- 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.   Ocean Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law. 

OAI is a government contractor and is required by law to invite applicants to self-identify their race, gender, national origin, disability status and veteran status. OAI is 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 appl