Ocean and Great Lakes Policy Analyst — Albany, NY
Organization: NY Dept. of State
Job Title: Ocean and Great Lakes Policy Analyst
Location: Albany, NY
Hours and Compensation: Full Time — $66,375 – $83,954
Application Deadline: Oct. 23, 2012
Posted On: Oct. 3, 2012
Organization Overview
Established in 1778, and known as the Keeper of Records for more than two centuries, the Department improves the quality of life for all New Yorkers by providing a myriad of essential services and programs to local governments, businesses, community organizations and citizens.
Responsibilities
Assist local, regional, State and federal agencies to integrate improved management measures for the ocean and Great Lakes into agency decision-making, staffing and funding programs. Draft and analyze legislative, regulatory and budget proposals. Analyze technical reports on offshore uses and resources; track federal, regional, and state policy developments related to offshore uses and resources. Develop reports, briefings, speeches, presentations and other documents. Develop and implement offshore spatial use plans for sectors of the Atlantic Ocean and the Great Lakes including: energy, offshore habitats, fisheries, waterborne transportation, navigation safety, tourism-based economies. Identify and map spatial data including ocean uses and biotic conditions. Identify and develop technical requirements for projects and designs; and prepare requests for proposals to obtain scientific, economic or other expertise to augment internal capacity to ensure successful outcomes. Ensure effective mechanisms are developed to implement offshore spatial use plans and engage appropriate stakeholders in developing use plans for the ocean and Great Lakes. Develop collaborative relationships within New York and among the Mid-Atlantic states to address existing and emerging threats to ocean health. Identify and build constituencies to participate in and support new and emerging ocean policies.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and seven years experience as described below:
Qualifying specialized experience is defined as: Experience with responsibilities for formulating policy guidelines, developing strategies to improve the management of ocean and Great Lakes uses and resources. Experience must have included resolving differences among stakeholders through consensus and partnership building; evaluating programs, regulations and laws; and coordinating the implementation of multiple programs and projects.
Substitutions: Bachelor’s degree in ecology, biology, coastal biology, coastal management, oceanography, limnology, geology, environmental science, natural resources management, resource economics, ecosystems management, watershed management, environmental policy, ocean sciences, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience. A Master’s degree in the same fields may substitute for two years of the required experience.
Preferred candidates will have federal or state policy development experience in areas related to program focus; data analysis and mapping, including Arc GIS proficiency; assembling and leading diverse teams of stakeholders to achieve shared objectives; web-based skills; and excellent writing and speaking proficiencies.
How to Apply
Kelley Mielewski — [email protected]
Please provide a resume and cover letter clearly explaining how you meet the position qualifications by the date indicated.
