NMFS Certified Protected Species Observer (PSO)

REMSA

Job Location:

Baltimore, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 23 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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Benefits:

Competitive salary

Protected Species Observer (PSO) Sparrows Point Container Terminal Project
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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. 1517 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.

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