1099 consultant · ~160–800 hrs per funded award · $25–$60/hr · Remote (U.S.)

Marine Biologist & Scientific Diver, Field Lead (Hawaii)

Lead our marine field work in Hawaii, in the water and on deck, so the survey data we build on is collected safely and collected right. Hawaii-based, in person, W-2.

About Precision Federal

Precision Federal is a small business building AI, data and software systems for government agencies. The company’s founder loves God, and the company is built on Christian faith: every number we publish is real, every claim we make is verifiable, and the work is done with excellence as service to God. Faith is welcome here and openly shared.

How this role works

You join the bench. You apply with your weekly hours and start time. We set your hourly rate from your résumé, and we may name you on proposals that match this role. If we don't win, you owe nothing.
A contract is awarded. The award funds the team named in the proposal. Your engagement begins at the hourly rate we agreed on.
You work remote, paid from the contract. ~160–800 hrs per funded award — and if no award ever funds, you owe nothing and lose nothing.

What you'll do

Lead field days in Hawaii from dive plan to data hand-off, and keep the team safe and on protocol
Run underwater surveys yourself, including transects, quadrats, species counts and imagery
Tell us where a sampling design or data model breaks on real reefs, real conditions and real divers
Check our data products and findings against what you saw in the water before they reach the Government

Required qualifications

Degree in marine biology, marine ecology or a related field, with hands-on field survey experience in tropical or nearshore waters
Current scientific diver status under an AAUS or equivalent program, with a current log and current first aid, CPR and oxygen provider training
Lives in Hawaii and can work in person at field sites as a W-2 employee
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (U.S. person)
Willing to be named on a federal proposal with a one-page resume, and to sign a short letter of commitment

Preferred qualifications

Experience as a field lead, dive supervisor or diving safety officer designee
Strong Hawaiian reef species identification across corals, fishes, invertebrates and algae
Photoquadrat, SfM photogrammetry or video survey methods
Small boat operation and prior work with federal, state or university marine programs in Hawaii

Compensation & structure

1099 consulting engagement. $25–$60 per hour; we set your rate from your résumé and experience. Hours are funded by federal contract awards — this seat is scoped at roughly 160–800 hours per funded award, fully remote. Work and pay begin only if the contract is awarded — no award, no hours, no obligation.

Join the bench — Marine Biologist & Scientific Diver, Field Lead (Hawaii)

Every application is read. It takes about 5 minutes.

This is a bench, not a job offer. Work starts when we win a contract that needs you.
We may name you on proposals. If that contract is awarded, you do the role at the rate and hours we agree on.
Paid hourly as a 1099 contractor; full-time roles may be W-2. If your background fits, we will email you.

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone *

Work authorization *

LinkedIn or portfolio link

What state do you live in? *

Resume (PDF or Word) *

Questions

Answer from your own experience. A few sentences each is plenty; be specific and tell us what you did yourself.

Precision Federal was founded on Christian values. Our faith in God shapes how we work: many of us openly share our personal faith, share our lives together, and pray for one another. We’re building a close-knit community where we truly care about each other. Taking part is always voluntary, and people of every faith and background are welcome. As we get to know you, you’re always welcome to share your own faith with us.

1. Cover letter. In your own words, tell us about yourself: what guides you (for many of us here, that’s our faith in God), your background, and why this role interests you. *

2. Describe the marine field project most like this role: the location and habitat, the survey methods you used underwater, how many dives and people you led, a problem you caught or solved in the field, your role, and the result. *

Availability

Pay for this role: $25–$60 an hour, set by your experience.

Hours per week you could give on an awarded contract (all part-time, up to 30) *

If you are named and we win, will you be able to start within a few weeks? *

May we name you on proposals for this role, and if we win, will you do the work at the rate we agree on? *

I agree to the Applicant Terms. *

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