Marine Debris Specialist
PORT ARANSAS, TXJobSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The Marine Debris Specialist conducts surveys and assessments of locations with high concentrations of marine debris and maintains debris databases at the MAR and national levels. The role works with local partners, volunteer organizations, and communities on debris removal, outreach, and education. It also supports regional removal efforts, workshops, educational events, and public forums related to marine debris and environmental sustainability.
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Conduct regular surveys and assessments of locations with high concentrations of marine debris and maintain a marine debris database at the MAR level and the national levelWork with local partners, volunteer organizations, and communities to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of debris removal effortsDevelop and conduct community outreach and educational programming aimed at raising awareness about the environmental and economic impacts of marine debrisCoordinate, organize, and participate in regional debris removal efforts around the Texas Coastal BendAssist in organizing workshops, meetings, and educational events for local communities, schools, and stakeholders on best practices for marine debris prevention and management.Create educational materials, such as brochures, social media content, and presentations, to communicate the importance of marine conservation and pollution prevention.Represent the MAR at meetings, public forums, and working groups related to marine debris and environmental sustainability.Other duties as assigned
How this job compares
Set against the 599 open Community Outreach jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$60–73K/yr149 salary ranges
- US median$22–26/hr233 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 33 open Community Outreach jobs in Texas and 599 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- Community Outreach postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 3 years (326 postings).
- Education
- 103 of the 599 open Community Outreach jobs (17%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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