Science. Service. Stewardship.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an agency that enriches life through science. Our reach goes from the surface of the sun to the depths of the ocean floor as we work to keep the public informed of the changing environment around them.
Our Mission
To understand and predict changes in climate, weather, oceans and coasts
To share that knowledge and information with others
To conserve and manage coastal and marine ecosystems and resources
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Commitment to Hiring Individuals with Disabilites
Individuals with disabilities are important members of the diverse culture that makes up our workforce. NOAA is committed to improving employment opportunities for all individuals including disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities and individuals with targeted disabilities. We fully support presidential Executive Order 13548 (July 26, 2010) which ensures that individuals with disabilities are represented throughout our agency, as applicants with disabilities represent an important pool of potential qualified candidates.
NOAA is Hiring People with Disabilities - U.S. Locations
- Scientific
- Administrative
- Technical
- Support
These positions are not posted on USAJOBS. These positions are open to candidates who are eligible for VRA, 30% or more and individuals with disabilities who are eligible for Schedule A (u).
Reasonable Accommodations
NOAA offers reasonable accommodations to applicants for employment and employees< with disabilities who may require an accommodation. Under the Reasonable Accommodation Program, an accommodation is considered an adjustment or alteration< that enables a qualified person with a disability to apply for a job, perform job duties, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment. For reasonable accommodation assistance during the application phase applicants are encouraged to email the agency’s Selective Placement Coordinator at schedulea@noaa.gov.
Day to Day with NOAA
From daily weather forecasts, severe storm warnings, and climate monitoring to fisheries management, coastal restoration and supporting marine commerce, NOAA’s products and services support economic vitality and affect more than one-third of America’s gross domestic product. NOAA’s dedicated scientists use cutting-edge research and high-tech instrumentation to provide citizens, planners, emergency managers and other decision makers with reliable information they need, when they need it.