Aloha All- We are seeking applicants to fill a position as the Chief of the Protected Species Division of the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC), located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The division conducts research supporting the recovery and sustainability of marine mammals and sea turtles in the Pacific Islands Region. The research covers a broad range of topics in life history, ecology, health and disease and demography. Duties include: provides program management and supervision for the division; provides scientific advice and status reports of recovery, research and enhancement efforts for protected species; presents results of scientific findings at national and international venues; publishes reports and scientific reports; conducts innovative research to meet management needs and enhance the conservation of protected species; serves as primary contact to the Pacific Islands Regional Office (PIRO) and facilitates interoffice communications; supports Biological Opinion consultation and NEPA activities with PIFSC and PIRO staff; serves as an expert panel member for intra- and inter-agency work shops/groups. To apply: Application under this announcement requires the applicant to apply through USAJOBS at www.usajobs.opm.gov. The submission of anything other than a USAJOBS resume and the electronic assessment may result in your application not being considered under this vacancy announcement. To apply go to http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/to find this announcement (NMF-PIC-2009-0031) and then click the 'Apply Online' button. You will be redirected to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration website to complete and submit a specially designed assessment. Applicants will be able to apply online until 12:00 midnight Eastern Time on September 30, 2009. ** This is a Federal Full Time Position. Applicants must be US Citizens to be eligible for this position.** To learn more about this position, please go to www,usajobs.gov site. Cheers, Charles Charles Littnan Leader, Hawaiian Monk Seal Research Program NOAA Fisheries 1601 Kapiolani Blvd. Suite 1100 Honolulu HI 96814 P: 808-944-2171 F: 808-941-0307