Seafood Import Auditor
ECS Corporate Services

Job Info

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ECS is seeking a Data Analyst to work in our Pascagoula, MS office.

Salary Range: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year.

Job Description:

BACKGROUND

ECS is seeking a full-time Data Analyst to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration/National Marine Fisheries Service (NOAA Fisheries), Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) in Pascagoula, MS. A well-qualified candidate will have experience in auditing or inspections, reviewing documents, and customer service. If you are looking to be an instrumental part of a growing, employee and customer-focused company working on exciting issues in program compliance and other conservation issues, we want to hear from you.

NOAA Fisheries conducts SIMP Chain of Custody audits. Documents for SIMP Chain of Custody audits are kept by importers and provided upon random selection and request. These documents are used by importers to substantiate entry data filled with U.S. Customs (e.g., ACE/ITDS), and shared with NOAA Fisheries by documenting the Chain of Custody of the species from harvest to point of entry into U.S. commerce.

OBJECTIVES

NOAA Fisheries requires timely review and entry of the data, auditing, quality control, and quality assurance of such data. This is paramount to ensuring data quality and to meet program objectives.

ACTIVITIES/DELIVERABLES

The SIMP Data Analyst will perform SIMP audits and activities to coordinate the SIMP audit process and Chain of Custody traceability review.

These activities include randomly selecting entries for audit, sending audit selection form letters to importers, receiving, organizing, and evaluating information in response to audit notices, and any follow-up communication with importers. Activities also include: 1) identifying and communicating problems and efficiency issues related to the auditing and data review, 2) navigating, locating, and providing feedback on programmatic documentation in NOAA Fisheries' International Trade Data System (ITDS) interface, and 3) assisting with document preparations.

Required Skills:

• Must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance, which requires passing a thorough background check.
• US citizenship required per contract.
• 1+ years of experience performing audits or similar inspections for compliance, reviewing documents, or data analysis and management.
• Experience reviewing and entering data into electronic platforms.
• Experience using Microsoft and Google software (e.g., Excel, Access, Gmail, Google Drive).
• Experience reviewing and entering complex data from hardcopy documents accurately into electronic databases.
• Chain of Custody and general traceability review and analysis.
• Process oriented and attentive to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently and meet with deadlines.
• Great communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Foreign language proficiency is desired.

ECS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ECS promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.

ECS is a leading mid-sized provider of technology services to the United States Federal Government. We are focused on people, values and purpose. Every day, our 3800+ employees focus on providing their technical talent to support the Federal Agencies and Departments of the US Government to serve, protect and defend the American People.

General Description of Benefits

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