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Ocean Associates Incorporated

PIFSC Graphic Design and Communication Support

Ocean Associates Incorporated, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814


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Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) is seeking an applicant to provide graphic design and communication support to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center (PIFSC) in Honolulu, HI. OAI is a Virginia corporation established in 2003 that provides consulting and technical services to the U.S. government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, and the private sector. We specialize in scientific program and project management, strategic planning, professional and technical services, and stakeholder engagement, supporting government contracts. We are seeking applicants for this position prospectively, which is dependent upon contract award.

Background

The PIFSC is part of NMFS, headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, and has taken a leading role in marine research on ecosystems, both in the insular and pelagic environments. As part of this work, PIFSC has been implementing a multidisciplinary research strategy including an ecosystem observation system, and scientific analysis to support ecosystem approaches to management and restoration of living marine resources. It conducts a wide range of activities including resource surveys and stock assessments, fishery monitoring, economic and sociological studies, oceanographic research and monitoring, critical habitat evaluation, life history and ecology studies, and advanced oceanographic and ecosystem modeling and simulations. The PIFSC’s Director’s Office (DO) has a requirement for library and archiving support services.

Description

PIFSC researchers publish and disseminate their research in a number of ways including through scientific publications, conference and educational posters, maps and illustrations. These elements require professional layout/design services across all mediums (print and electronic) that have a clear focus, theme and message for all intended users. PIFSC also develops a variety of scientific communications products including: developing and posting feature stories, website updates, social media content, and development of social media plans.

Duties

Creation of scientifically accurate illustrations for various projects.Layout and graphic design of printed materials including: scientific posters, brochures, posters, flyers, newsletters, booklets, fact sheets, creation of infographics (e.g., develop images to convey research data and results quickly and clearly) and other specialized graphics, and other outreach materials as needed.Scientific communications support including: developing and posting feature stories, website updates, social media content, and development of social media plans.Provide education and outreach support, strategic planning support, library services support, and printing support.All final products are required to comply with Section 508 of the Americans with Disabilities Act.All products delivered in pre-negotiated digital format with final ownership of products and components given to NOAA/NMFS/PIFSC, pursuant to FAR 52.232-32(f).Start Date:

Contingent upon award of contract.

Location:

Honolulu, HI

Travel:

Travel is not anticipated.

Salary and Benefits:

This is a full-time position with benefits. Salary, commensurate with experience, between $25-$40 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in biology, natural, or social sciences or a related field of study.Minimum of two years combined hands-on experience providing graphic design and communications support including, but not limited to: creating scientifically accurate illustrations; developing, writing, and copy editing feature stories; posting website content and updates; website maintenance; drafting and posting social media content; tracking and reporting website stats; developing of social media plans; and tracking and reporting social media stats.Preferred

Demonstrated ability and experience creating scientific illustrations under the guidance of a scientist. Completion of a scientific illustration credential program may be substituted for the required experience.Three or more years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite.Samples of work demonstrating expertise creating graphic designs and layouts for outreach and education, conveying research data, and/or public dissemination.Project management experience.If you are interested in being considered for this position, please APPLY THROUGH OUR ADP WEB PORTAL, AT THE LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT OF THIS PAGE.

Only qualified applicants that meet minimum experience or background requirements stated above need apply. When applying for this position you will be asked to upload your resume at the end of this online application.

Applicants should submit a resume that includes the following:

Cover letter that briefly describes how you meet the required and preferred qualifications listed.Work history for past 10 years or since last full-time education.Education.Previous experience or training with similar requirements.Three professional references.Include your name in the document file name.Upload your resume in readable, not scanned, PDF or Word format (PDF is preferred).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire, and successfully complete a federal government background check. Ocean Associates Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal or state law.

OAI is a government contractor and is required by law to invite applicants to self-identify their race, gender, national origin, disability status and veteran status. OAI is required to use the information it collects as part of its future affirmative action efforts in hiring. The information is collected anonymously by computer and is not connected to your application. You will see a place to check certain boxes in OAI's online application. Even though the information is anonymous, self-identification is voluntary. You can always check the box that says you decline to self-identify.

Note: If you are not selected, your materials may be retained for present or future opportunities. We may use your resume in bidding on a project and if we are awarded the work, we will contact you before seeking further applicants. If you do not wish us to retain or use your resume to seek work for you, please let us know in the "Notes" section on the second page of the online application.