Florida Sea Grant Seeking A NE Regional Clean Boating Coordinator

Florida Sea Grant is looking for a NE Regional Clean Boating Coordinator to join its growing team dedicated to Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP)’s Clean Vessel Act grant program and Clean Boating Programs.

This position will work in collaboration with the FDEP’s Clean Boating Programs, other regional Clean Boating Coordinators, the Florida Sea Grant (FSG) CVA Education Coordinator, UF/IFAS Extension FSG extension agents, interns and other partners/stakeholders to provide education to marine industries and boaters about water pollution prevention, including the Florida Clean Marina Program, the Florida Clean Vessel Act Program (pumpout grants), and no-discharge zones. This position coordinates with FSG Extension leadership and the FDEP’s Clean Boating Programs to meet program deliverables.

Duties include recruiting and assist marinas with CVA grant applications and Clean Marina designations. This will be done through a combination of site visits and training workshops. These may be conducted in partnership with FSG extension agents, the FSG CVA education coordinator, and other partners/stakeholders. Responsibilities also include providing education related to the Clean Boating Programs at outreach events.

The position is to be employed by the University of Florida, Florida Sea Grant’s host institution. Requirements and other details are available in the online posting: https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/524008/ne-regional-clean-boating-coordinator-extension-program-specialist 

Applications will close Oct. 14, 2022. Applicants must apply through the University of Florida, and include a cover letter, resume, and list of references.

Florida Sea Grant (FSG) is a university-based program that supports research, education and outreach to conserve coastal resources and enhance economic opportunities for the people of Florida. The program is a partnership between the State University System of Florida, the State of Florida, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Outreach programs are delivered in conjunction with UF/IFAS Extension and coastal counties of Florida.

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