Regulatory Science and Technical Analyst

About the role

Lynker Corporation is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regulatory Science and Technical Analyst to support a contract with NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), West Coast Region (WCR).

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and technical support to conduct interagency consultations under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA), Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), Federal Power Act (FPA), and NEPA.
• Review, gather, analyze, and synthesize scientific data to evaluate environmental impacts to listed species and habitats.
• Draft ESA Biological Opinions, Letters of Concurrence, and MSA responses.
• Review Biological Assessments and consultation packages.
• Provide pre-consultation technical assistance to action agencies.
• Prepare NEPA documentation (EAs/EISs).
• Draft permits and supporting materials for ESA section 10 activities.
• Cover administrative records and consultation tracking systems.
• Participate in meetings with federal, tribal, and state stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in aquatic biology, conservation biology, fisheries management, wildlife management or related field of study with 3+ years of experience OR Master’s degree in the same fields with 1+ years of experience relating to the specific task order.
• Knowledge of salmonid general life cycles and habitat requirements.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Valid state driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting ESA and NEPA regulatory documents.
• Experience evaluating impacts to salmonids and aquatic habitats.
• Experience working with federal, tribal, and state partners.

Skills

• Knowledge of ESA, MSA, NEPA, and related statutes.

Benefits

Lynker offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays.
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year.
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance.
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace.
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 annually.

Schedule

The position is anticipated to begin in September-October 2026, pending/contingent on contract award.