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Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.  Lynker is seeking a talented Coral Communications Director to join our growing team.  This role is contingent upon Lynker winning the contract, and an offer will likely not be extended until it is confirmed that the contract has been won.   

The Corals Communications Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop content for NOAA websites, newsletters, press releases, email announcements, and handouts.
• Lead managing three social media accounts (X, Facebook, Instagram) for NOAA's Coral Reef Conservation Program.
• Collaborate across NOAA offices to gather program successes and create stories, reports, story maps, and additional products.
• Develop ideas for national web stories and press releases for the purpose of increasing public awareness and knowledge.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to generate messaging, stories, and products on coral conservation across multiple geographic scales.
• Additional job duties include developing and delivering presentations, photography, website content maintenance, graphic design.

The Ideal Coral Communications Director Will Have the Following Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field plus an additional 7+ years of documented, relevant professional experience required or Master's degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Excellent writing, editing, communication, graphic design, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, shift priorities as needed, and work productively in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Knowledge of NOAA programs and operations, coral reefs, or coastal management topic area expertise preferred.
• Experience with Google collaborative tools, MS Word, and PowerPoint, as well as familiarity with website development, social media apps, and web and social media analytics.
• Experience with ESRI GIS software and apps a plus.
• Ability to pass a National Agency Check (NACI), including fingerprinting, and maintain it throughout the duration of employment

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities - creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

 Fraud Alert: Recruitment Scam Warning: Lynker has been made aware of fraudulent individuals posing as Lynker recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. All legitimate Lynker job postings are listed on our official careers page. Communication from Lynker recruiters will come from an official @lynker.com email address.