Please post the following information to the MARMAM List Serve. Thank you. The SAIC Gulf Coast office is looking to immediately fill one to two Environmental Scientist positions with self-motivated, conscientious professionals. The ideal candidates would have specialized experience in marine mammals and technical writing. Additional considerations include a willingness and demonstrated ability to perform work in other resource areas including but not limited to marine habitats; other marine protected species (sea turtles, fishes); terrestrial habitats; and threatened and endangered species. A brief description is provided below along with the hiring manager's contact information. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.saic.com/career/ <http://www.saic.com/career/> and search by city: Shalimar, FL. We are currently seeking one to two candidates with the right blend of experience, skills, and attitude to become a member of our team to: * Assess potential effects from a variety of federal government actions on protected marine species and habitats * Write portions of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents, including Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements * Prepare, review, revise, and amend reports, plans, and/or permits related to consultations required under the Endangered Species Act (ESA - section 7 consultations), and Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA - Letters of Authorization/ Incidental Harassment Authorizations) * Identify mitigation measures and develop recommendations to reduce these potential effects * Participate in marine field surveys. Environmental Scientist II EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS BS in Biology, Ecology, Marine Biology, Marine Science, or related field. In lieu of a degree, six (6) years comparable experience will be considered. REQUIRED SKILLS: Two (2) years experience with a Bachelors Degree in the environmental field. Eight (8) total years of experience will be considered in lieu of Degree. Knowledge of NEPA, ESA, and MMPA from a) federal government, consulting, other employment experience; or b) formal graduate level coursework. DESIRED SKILLS: M.E.M. in Coastal Management or M.S. in marine biology or biology. Experience with the preparation of NEPA, MMPA, and ESA documents with a working knowledge of consultation processes. Strong background and familiarity with MMPA and ESA species, including demonstrated fieldwork. Demonstrated experience with the National Marine Fisheries Service. Knowledge of the Air Force, the Navy, or other DOD mission activities a plus. Environmental Scientist III EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Required: BS in Biology, Ecology, Marine Biology, Marine Science, or related field. Preferred: M.E.M. in Coastal Management or M.S. in marine biology or biology. REQUIRED SKILLS: Four (4) years experience in the environmental field required. Demonstrated experience with the National Marine Fisheries Service. Knowledge of the Air Force, the Navy, or other DOD mission activities and subsequent MMPA permit applications. Knowledge of NEPA, ESA, and MMPA requirements. DESIRED SKILLS: Experience with the preparation of NEPA, MMPA, and ESA documents with a working knowledge of consultation processes. Strong background and familiarity with MMPA and ESA species, including demonstrated fieldwork. Federal government experience. Sincerely, Jenn Latusek Jennifer N. Latusek Science Applications International Corporation NEPA Specialist/Marine Scientist M. Environmental Management 1140 Eglin Parkway Shalimar, FL 32579 (850) 609-3479 latusekj@saic.com <mailto:latusekj@saic.com>