Ocean Policy Program Specialist, Monterey Bay Aquarium

Ocean Policy Program Specialist 

The Ocean Policy Program Specialist contributes to the research, analysis, planning, and coordination needs of the Aquarium's ocean conservation policy program to help achieve the Aquarium's ocean conservation goals.

Core Responsibilities

  • Performs research and analysis of state, federal and international ocean policy issues relevant to the Aquarium's ocean conservation goals
  • Produces briefing memos, talking points, comment letters, informational folders, and similar materials in support of the Aquarium's policy strategies
  • Works with the Director of Ocean Conservation Policy Strategies and Ocean Policy Managers to develop and execute policy strategies at the state, federal and international levels

Absolutely Required Skills / Knowledge / Ability / Experience or Education

  • Master's degree in environmental policy, law, management, or science-related field
  • Excellent research and writing skills

Desired Skills / Knowledge / Ability / Experience or Education

  • Outstanding verbal communication skills
  • Works well independently and in teams
  • Strong time-management and multi-tasking skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required

Ancillary Responsibilities

  • Contributes to the planning and production of strategic events in California, Washington, DC, and in other U.S. and international locations
  • Along with the Director of Ocean Conservation Policy Strategies, coordinates and supports the Aquarium's Conservation Teams
  • Along with the Director of Ocean Conservation Policy Strategies, coordinates and supports the Aquarium Conservation Partnership
  • Works with the Conservation and Science Outreach Manager and Operations Coordinator to support Divisional priorities and projects

Job Details

Reference #18570

Posted onOct 28, 2016

Location(s)Monterey Bay

ExpertiseConservation & Science, Policy

Work type(s)Regular, Full Time

Job level(s)Entry/graduate