JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2019 - July 31, 2019

I.M. Systems Group

This listing is inactive.
NOAA
Office of Response and Restoration Contractor
Environmental and Natural Resource Economist

JOE ID Number: 2019-01_111462629
Date Posted: 08/07/2019
Date Inactive: 01/31/2020
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Environmental and Natural Resource Economist
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: Silver Spring, Maryland, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
Q2 -- Renewable Resources and Conservation
Q0 -- General
Q3 -- Nonrenewable Resources and Conservation
Q5 -- Environmental Economics
Full Text of JOE Listing:

I.M. Systems Group, Inc, a contractor for NOAA located in Silver Spring MD, seeks an economist who will support natural resource damage assessments for cases involving oil and chemical spills, and chronic contamination due to hazardous materials. The successful candidate will represent NOAA on trustee councils, and provide economic expertise to pursue and resolve natural resource damage claims, potential litigation, and liability. The candidate will also conduct research and methods development in ecosystem services valuation, and provide technical support for policy initiatives. Occasional domestic travel may be required for this position.

Required Qualifications:
● Master’s or PhD in economics, preferably in one or more of the following sub-disciplines:
environmental, natural resource, or agricultural economics; environmental policy with an emphasis in quantitative economic analysis
● Strong communication skills.
● Strong computer and analytical skills
● Self-motivated, energetic, strategic thinker.
● US Citizenship required.

Desired Qualifications:
● Experience in valuing natural resources and environmental goods and services
● Knowledge of damage assessment procedures mandated by the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, and
the Oil Pollution Act.
● Experience working in litigation or consulting on interdisciplinary teams

A technical writing sample is required. Send to Michael Dial at dialm@imsg.com.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 01/31/2020
Reference Instructions:
Submit references via resume at https://careers-imsg.icims.com