Job Requirements Ann Arbor, MI Top Secret Polygraph Unspecified Career Level not specified $81,000 - $85,800 Job Description FWI is seeking a GLRI Program Coordinator to support our client, NOAA's Great Lakes Regional Collaboration Team, in the day-to-day management of the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) - a multi-million dollar, multi-agency program spanning more than 170 projects and 30+ principal investigators across four NOAA line offices. As an FWI employee assigned to this contract, this position serves as NOAA's first-line point of contact with the U.S. EPA, GAO, and other federal agencies on GLRI matters, and provides program coordination, reporting, and communications support to ensure the initiative's goals are met.

Work Schedule and Location:

Hybrid:

This full-time hybrid position will work Monday through Friday, 8 AM EST to 5 PM EST, with 90% of work performed at 4840 South State Rd. | Ann Arbor, MI 48108 . Responsibilities Coordinate and manage the

NOAA GLRI

program portfolio, tracking status across 170+ projects and 30+ principal investigators. Serve as NOAA's primary point of contact with U.S. EPA, GAO, and other federal agencies/departments on GLRI matters. Plan and chair GLRI meetings for principal investigators, the

NOAA GLRI

Working Group, and the Steering Committee; distribute regular updates. Represent NOAA on the EPA-led GLRI Communications Committee. Oversee quarterly project reporting and complete all GLAS reporting updates within established deadlines. Review, synthesize, and prepare information requested by EPA and/or Congress, often under short deadlines. Provide technical reviewer expertise for select GLRI projects and grant awards; support NOAA's internal annual funding competition. Maintain GLRI outreach, education, and communications activities, including social media, the GLRCT website, and program documentation. Provide meeting and working-group support to the Great Lakes Regional Collaboration Team (GLRCT).

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., environmental science, natural resource management, ecosystem science, or related discipline) and 8 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working knowledge of NOAA's core programs and Great Lakes priorities and issues, or demonstrated ability to acquire this knowledge quickly. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, multi-disciplinary team. Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience with social and web-based communication tools. Strong interpersonal skills and experience managing multiple, competing deadlines. Experience with facilitation, outreach, and stakeholder engagement. Ability to travel within the Great Lakes region as needed, including occasional evening/weekend work.

Desired:

Master's degree in a relevant field. Prior direct experience coordinating a NOAA, EPA, or other federal multi-agency environmental program. Experience with geospatial data tools and analysis relevant to environmental/ecosystem program management. Familiarity with Great Lakes restoration priorities and the GLRI Action Plan. FWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. Why Join Our Team At FWI, we place the highest importance on creating an exceptional employee experience. You'll have opportunities to achieve your career aspirations through internal promotions, professional development, and other recognition and rewards programs. Join our team and take advantage of the many benefits we offer, including: Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Plan Holiday Pay Paid Time Off Pay Range $81,000 to $85,800 a year group id: 90960151 Apply now