Senior Biologist

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Join our dynamic team at ManTech International, where innovation meets excellence in the realm of advanced engineering. We are seeking a highly talented Senior Marine Biologist for an immediate full-time position to support the preparation of a variety of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, related resource management, as well as State and Federal permitting documents to join our team remotely. If you have a passion for pushing the boundaries of naval technology and are ready to make an impact on the defense industry, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Communicate with staff scientists and engineers, government personnel, and academic researchers and independently prepare and provide timelines, briefs, and presentations to clients.
• Support environmental planning for ManTech’s Department of Defense customers.
• Provide senior oversight and review of natural resources related documentation, including Endangered Species Act (ESA) consultation packages, preparation of Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) assessments under the Magnuson–Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act, Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) permit documentation, Environmental Impact Statements, Overseas Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Assessments (EAs)/Overseas Environmental Assessments (OEAs), Categorical Exclusions (CATEXs), mitigation and monitoring plans, and related special biological studies or technical reports.
• Participate in consultations with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
• Coordinate projects with a multi-disciplinary team and participate in project management for research and compliance documents.

Basic Qualifications:

• A master’s degree in marine biology and a minimum of twenty (20) years of relevant professional experience in natural resource management
• Experience with environmental compliance and permitting for the Department of Defense
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of NEPA requirements.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and consultations for Endangered Species Act and Magnuson–Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act
• Knowledge of federal and state natural resource permit processes and requirements
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to periodically travel.

Desired Qualifications:

• Ability to work well independently and with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.
• Proven experience with time management and follow-through skills, with the ability to simultaneously work on and manage multiple tasks/projects with tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated; strong initiative
• Detail oriented; resourceful.
• Military background and experience

Clearance Requirements:

• Current and Active secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.
• Often positions self to maintain computers in the lab, including under the desks and in the server closet.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• May be asked to move Audio/Visual or Computer equipment.

The projected compensation range for this position is $111,400-$185,700. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, ManTech invests in it’s employees beyond just compensation. ManTech’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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