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MBNMS SAC Recruitment Fall 2021: Specific Requirements

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Specific Requirements for Advisory Council Representatives

Fall 2021 Recruitment

Agriculture (1)
(Alternate)

• Familiarity with the agricultural industry in communities near the Sanctuary;
• Understanding the links between agriculture, Sanctuary resources and human activities;
• Ability to effectively communicate with representatives from the agricultural industry in the Sanctuary region; and
• Experience, ability, and availability to conduct outreach within the agricultural community consistent with the goals of the Sanctuary and the mission of the Sanctuary Advisory Council

Conservation (1)
(Alternate)

• Familiarity with marine conservation issues and management approaches affecting the Sanctuary region;
• Experience working with or representing conservation or environmental organizations especially those involved with marine conservation;
• Ability to communicate effectively with the broader conservation community in the Sanctuary region; and
• Commitment and availability of time to co-chair and assure the continued operation of the Sanctuary Advisory Council’s Conservation Working Group (CWG), which meets monthly.

College (1)
(Alternate)

• Currently attending a local institution of higher education (e.g., college, university);
• Live in an area affected by the sanctuary;
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with student peers;
• Possess an interest in sanctuary resource protection and management;
• Experience or knowledge regarding public uses and activities in the sanctuary;
• Demonstrate relevant volunteer or internship experience;
• Commitment to two-year term on the Sanctuary Advisory Council