Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking applicants for 2 full-time positions to support the NOAA/NMFS Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce (IATC), Tuna Tracking and Verification Program (TTVP). The TTVP monitors domestic cannery 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 US 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.
Duties:
- Review and enter form data for electronic file submissions.
- Answer and respond to tuna import related calls, emails, and voicemails, as needed.
- Assist with tuna import documentation compliance by corresponding with industry via telephone, and email as needed.
- Review, compile, and/or file domestic processor monthly reports as assigned, including company follow up in areas of non-compliance or when clarification needed.
- Assist, as needed, with domestic processor documentation compliance by corresponding with industry via telephone and email.
- Participate or assist in TTVP audits or events, as needed.
- Assist, as needed, 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.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma
- Seven years of related work experience (education beyond high school may be substituted for work experience)
- Familiarity with the Tuna Tracking and Verification Program laws and regulations.
- Comfort with spreadsheet and database software.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Location:
NOAA/NMFS/Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce Trade and Commerce Division 1315 East-West Highway, 5th Floor Silver Spring, MD 20910 or
NOAA/NMFS/Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce 501 West Ocean Blvd., Suite 1200 Long Beach, CA 90802
Salary and Benefits:
This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary is $27.00 to $30.00/hr.
