Coastal Economics Program Specialist Salary $48,622.00 - $89,956.00 Annually Location Charleston County, SC Job Type FTE - Full-Time Agency Sea Grant Consortium Job Number 82415 Class Code: AH45 Position Number: 10042018 Normal Work Schedule: Other Pay Band Band 7 Hiring Range - Min. $48,662.00 Hiring Range - Max. $59,500.00 Opening Date 10/04/2018 EEO Statement Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures: Please apply online. The South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Normal Work Schedule (Other): This position is based in Charleston, South Carolina. Normal Consortium business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. However, work beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary in order to complete the requirements of the position. Travel throughout the state and region is necessary; a valid driver's license is required. Job Responsibilities The Coastal Economics Program Specialist will provide the applied economic research and outreach expertise necessary to expand our capabilities, broaden our reach, and provide a wider range of services to the many constituencies which are requesting objective, economics-based information and technical assistance. The Coastal Economics Program Specialist will work independently and with applied economics professionals at Consortium member institutions and with key stakeholders throughout the state to assist coastal communities in analyzing the market and non-market value of the state's coastal and marine resources, and their uses, in terms of contributions to local economies, public safety, community resilience, and human health. In addition, the Coastal Economics Program Specialist will institute an ongoing economic assessment of the value of the Consortium's research, extension, and education program activities and outcomes. The Coastal Economics Program Specialist will develop and lead the Consortium's applied economic research and outreach proposing new projects, coordinating project partnerships, tracking scopes of work and expenses, and producing deliverables and reports on results. Work plans for this position will be based on and consistent with the strategic plans of the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium, with guidance provided by the NOAA National Sea Grant College Program, the State of South Carolina, and target stakeholder and constituent groups. The Consortium's Coastal Economics Program Specialist will: 1. Quantify and communicate the market and non-market value and contributions of the state's coastal and marine resources and sectors at the regional and state levels to coastal communities, organizations, businesses, and individuals. 2. Quantify and communicate the market and non-market value of science-based information and products supported by the Consortium and others to coastal communities, organizations, and businesses, and to state leadership, funding organizations, and institutional sponsors 3. Initiate and nurture partnerships with universities, federal and state agencies, and non-profit organizations to develop coordinated and cutting-edge approaches for conducting economic assessments of coastal ecosystem services in South Carolina. 4. Identify best management practices which will serve the Consortium well in evaluating and presenting economic benefits from diverse data sources and methodologies. 5. Generate and utilize tools and mechanisms to improve reliability and accuracy of the Consortium's economic impact reporting to the National Sea Grant College Program through its annual reporting process and to the State of South Carolina through its State Accountability Report. 6. Develop, produce, and distribute recommendations and guidance to Consortium researchers and program staff to ensure reliable and consistent documentation of the economic value and significance of the agency's science-based coastal engagement programs. 7. Assist in the planning and implementation of Consortium-sponsored state and regional conferences, workshops, and meetings. 8. Prepare performance-based program objectives, benchmarks, metrics, program evaluations, and other programmatic reports as required by the Consortium. 9. Supervise student assistants and interns and serve on graduate student committees when appropriate. Minimum and Additional Requirements Required Qualifications Master's degree in economics, public policy economics, natural resource economics, coastal science with strong economics focus, or related technical field Practical experience in and knowledge of traditional and emerging approaches to resource valuation, impact analysis, and cost and benefit analysis Basic knowledge of and/or experience with marine and coastal systems (e.g., demographics, maritime community, climate, water, living and non-living resources, ecosystem health) in South Carolina and the southeastern United States. Demonstrated ability to build partnerships and communicate, collaborate, and work effectively with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders Ability to interpret scientific research for non-technical audiences High level of analytical, organizational, and planning skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Effective oral and written communication skills Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Three years of experience in applied resource economics Experience in program/project valuation Demonstrated proficiency in grant writing and management Knowledge of coastal policies at the federal, state, and local levels and experience working with state agencies, stakeholders, and other experts on coastal and marine issues Proven record of success in proposal writing and securing extramural funding Additional Comments This position is based in Charleston, South Carolina. Normal Consortium business hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. However, work beyond regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, may be necessary in order to complete the requirements of the position. Travel throughout the state and region is necessary; a valid driver's license is required. The finalist for this position must successfully complete an e-Verify application and driver's license background check. The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium is a university-based state agency established in 1980 to optimize the environmental, social, and economic potential of the coastal and marine resources of the state and region through the support of high-quality research, extension, education, and communications programming. For more information about the Consortium, visit http://www.scseagrant.org. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in , which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered , including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the , which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for , including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. Agency State of South Carolina Agency Sea Grant Consortium Address 287 Meeting Street Charleston, South Carolina, 29401 Phone 843-953-2078 The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.