NMFS Certified Protected Species Observer (PSO)

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Competitive salary Protected Species Observer (PSO) Sparrows Point Container Terminal Project Apply Today REMSA, Inc. is seeking experienced, NMFSqualified Protected Species Observers (PSOs) to support marine mammal monitoring for the Sparrows Point Container Terminal (SPCT) Project in Baltimore County, Maryland. This multiyear project includes piledriving, dredging, and construction of a new container terminal within the Patapsco River. PSOs will support compliance with the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), NMFS requirements, and the projectspecific Marine Mammal Monitoring Plan (MMMP). Project Overview Construction of a new marginal wharf Installation of approx. 1,517 steel piles using vibratory and impact hammers Marine mammal monitoring during all piledriving activities Monitoring of Level A Shutdown Zones and Level B Harassment Zones Longterm construction over 23 years Responsibilities Conduct marine mammal monitoring during piledriving and dredging Monitor Level A Shutdown Zones and visible Level B Harassment Zones Perform 30minute preactivity, continuous active, and 30minute postactivity monitoring Implement shutdown procedures when marine mammals enter exclusion zones Maintain realtime communication with contractor environmental staff Collect and document marine mammal observations Prepare daily logs and compliance documentation Support weekly and annual reporting Operate binoculars, spotting scopes, range finders, GPS units, and nightvision equipment Support environmental compliance oversight as needed

Qualifications Required:

Must be a U.S. Based citizen, with Valid TWIC Card (REQUIRED) Meet NMFS Protected Species Observer qualification requirements Experience conducting marine mammal monitoring (piledriving or dredging preferred) Experience with environmental compliance oversight Ability to identify marine mammals and behaviors in the field Strong communication skills with construction teams Experience preparing environmental compliance reports & monitoring Documents Ability to work independently in active marine construction environments Ability to conduct landbased monitoring from designated observation points

Preferred:

Experience monitoring Level A Shutdown and Level B Harassment Zones Experience supporting NMFS Incidental Harassment Authorization (IHA) projects Marine construction monitoring experience Federal contractor experience Degree in marine biology, biological sciences, environmental science, wildlife biology, or related field Required Skills Marine mammal identification Environmental compliance documentation Realtime communication Data collection and reporting GPS, range finder, binocular, and spotting scope operation Nightvision monitoring Technical report preparation Schedule Seasonal variability Seven (7)day work weeks during peak monitoring Daylight monitoring standard Occasional dusk/night monitoring when pile installation extends beyond daylight Work Environment Outdoor work in active marine construction settings Landbased shoreline observation points Exposure to weather and marine conditions Extended periods of standing and visual monitoring Coordination with construction crews and environmental compliance personnel Reports To Environmental Compliance Manager / REMSA Project Management Team Qualified candidates with marine mammal monitoring experience are encouraged to apply immediately for upcoming deployment opportunities. Candidates meeting the above qualifications must submit the following for consideration: Current Resume Certified NMFS Relevant Monitoring Experience Please email all required documents to and use the subject line "

NMFS PSO

Candidate- Your full name . Incomplete packages will not be considered.

Salary Not Specified Location Sparrows Point Maryland United States Job Overview Job Posted:

5 days ago

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