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Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!\nMANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-orientedMarine Biologist to join our team inSolana Beach, CA. This will be an onsite position.\nThe Marine Biologist in this position will support the preparation of a variety of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, natural resource management initiatives, and state and Federal permitting documents for Department of Defense customers.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nLeading and supporting natural resource-related projects, including designing, managing, and conducting biological resource surveys and ecological studies.\nPreparing, reviewing, and overseeing environmental planning documentation, including NEPA documents, Environmental Impact Statements (EIS), Overseas EIS, Environmental Assessments (EA), and Categorical Exclusions (CATEX).\nDeveloping specialized regulatory packages, such as Endangered Species Act (ESA) Section 7 consultation packages and Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) assessments under the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act.\nDrafting comprehensive mitigation and monitoring plans, technical biological reports, and specialized research documentation on marine habitats, vegetation, and sea turtle ecology.\nCoordinating directly with multi-disciplinary project teams comprising staff scientists, engineers, and academic researchers to manage research and compliance workflows.\nParticipating in formal regulatory agency consultations with the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).\nPreparing and delivering project timelines, technical briefs, and executive presentations directly to Department of Defense and agency clients.\nMinimum Qualifications:\nMaster’s degree in marine biology or a closely related field.\n5+ years of relevant professional experience in natural resource management, environmental project management, and scientific data analysis.\nDemonstrated experience with NEPA requirements, documentation, and federal environmental compliance for Department of Defense programs.\nExperience with ESA and Magnuson-Stevens Act regulatory compliance, consultation procedures, and preparation of biological assessments.\nProfessional experience with federal and state natural resource permitting processes and environmental resource management.\nPrior experience writing concise technical reports and managing simultaneous projects with tight deadlines\nWillingness to travel for project related responsibilities\nPreferred Qualifications:\nPrior military background or experience supporting Department of Defense environmental programs.\nSpecific research or survey expertise in sea turtle ecology, marine vegetation, and sensitive coastal habitats.\nProven track record of independently managing complex projects across multi-disciplinary, fast-paced technical teams.\nClearance Requirements:\nAbility to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.\nPhysical Requirements:\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.\nNeeds to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.\nFrequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.\nThe projected compensation range for this position is $104,200.00-$172,900.00. 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 its employees beyond just compensation. 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