The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission seeks a high-performing 
individual, with strong
leadership and people skills, interested in contributing to sustainable 
fisheries management as Science
Director. The successful candidate will serve as the principal science 
advisor for the Atlantic States
Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) and the Executive Director. The 
position is based in
Washington, D.C. The Commission coordinates state management of marine 
fisheries from Maine to
Florida under an interstate compact ratified in 1942.

Duties: The Science Director manages the Science Department staff and 
directs the Commission’s
marine science program including stock assessment activities, fisheries 
data collection programs, and
scientific support to the states. The Director coordinates federal, state, 
and university scientists who
provide advice to ASMFC. The Director works with a diverse group of 
Commissioners, agency
employees and stakeholders involved in the management of marine fisheries. 
The Director supervises a
staff of five fisheries professionals; administers federal grants; 
represents ASMFC before state and
federal fisheries management agencies in addition to other duties assigned 
by the Executive Director.

Position open until filled.



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Jessie C. Thomas
Habitat Coordinator
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission
1444 Eye St. NW, 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20005
Ph:  (202) 289-6400 
Fax:  (202) 289-6051
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