Overview

Azura is seeking a full-time, remote Fishery Management Specialist to support the NOAA Fisheries Office of Sustainable Fisheries (OSF), Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Division. This position supports the national management of Atlantic HMS—including tunas, sharks, swordfish, and billfish—through processing and quality control of fisheries catch data, administration of the HMS electronic dealer reporting (eDealer) system, and preparation of international catch reports to the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).

Background

Azura is seeking a Fishery Management Specialist to support the NOAA Fisheries OSF. OSF supports consideration and resolution of national domestic policy issues, provides support to the regional fishery management councils (councils), manages fisheries for Atlantic highly migratory species, and works with federal partners to ensure the safety of seafood sold in the United States. OSF is a headquarters office and works closely with the five NOAA Fisheries regional offices and six science centers and in partnership with the councils, interstate marine fishery commissions, and states to ensure U.S. fisheries are sustainably managed. OSF also engages the fishing industry (both commercial and recreational) seafood dealers, environmental groups, other federal agencies, and academia to ensure sustainable fisheries and sustainable economies and healthy and nutritious shellfish and finfish.

The Fishery Management Specialist will support OSF’s Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) Division which manages fisheries for Atlantic HMS, including tunas, sharks, swordfish, and billfish in the U.S. Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of America (formerly Gulf of Mexico), and Caribbean waters. The candidate will support processing and quality control of fisheries catch data for inseason management, administration of the Atlantic HMS electronic dealer reporting (eDealer) system, and reporting of catch data to the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).

Having high attention to detail and the ability to manage short project timelines are critical skills for this position. Potential candidates must also possess the curiosity and ability to find solutions and resolve issues based on available resources and also have strong client and team communication skills. Applicants must be able to operate independently, manage their own work schedule, and dedicate blocks of time for uninterrupted focus.

Place of Performance and Work Schedule

Work is expected to be performed at a remote location within the United States. Work is full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday) and expected to last one year with the possibility of an extension. During standard workdays, candidates must maintain core availability between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Candidates are expected to respond to communications within 24 hours and participate in calls and meetings as needed during normal business hours. Beyond the communication requirements, work hours are extremely flexible. Some travel to in-person meetings (1-2 trips/year) may be required. This position is not open to visa sponsorship or relocation assistance.

Anticipated Start Date

April 27, 2026, or later. Start date is contingent upon successful completion of required security processing.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $22.46/hour
• Competitive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance and life and disability insurance. You will be eligible for a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match and will receive paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and company-observed holidays.

Duties

The employee will perform a variety of tasks related to the position. Specific tasks may include the following:

• Process fisheries catch data, including conducting quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) to support inseason management decisions.
• Provide support for the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species (HMS) electronic dealer reporting (eDealer) system.
• Prepare and submit catch data reports to the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT).
• Communicate with fishery dealers and members of the public to address reporting questions and provide program information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in natural resources, environmental sciences, marine sciences, fisheries, oceanography, or a closely related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to comply with federal I-9 employment eligibility requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance (requires successful completion of a federal background investigation).
• Ability to begin work immediately upon receipt of Public Trust Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Demonstrated familiarity with statistical software and database management systems.

About Azura

Azura is a woman-owned small business headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. We offer 'big city' resources with 'small town' customer service. Our primary consulting services are focused on natural resources, professional writing and editing, and educational outreach and communication. Please see our website above for more information.