Who is the NOAA personnel that can assist the USCG with spill trajectories?

The correct choice is the Scientific Support Coordinator. This personnel plays a critical role in oil spill response efforts by providing scientific expertise and analysis related to the trajectory of spills. Their responsibilities include assessing how spilled materials will behave in the environment, which involves understanding factors such as currents, winds, and weather conditions. The knowledge they provide helps the U.S. Coast Guard effectively respond to spills, ensuring that mitigation efforts are informed by scientific data.

The other roles may contribute to spill response efforts but do not focus specifically on spill trajectory analysis. For example, an Environmental Scientist might engage in broader assessments of environmental impacts, but they may not be directly involved in the immediate logistical aspects of spill response. A Field Operations Specialist could manage the operational side of a response but without the specialized scientific analysis. A Hydrology Technician generally focuses on water-related services and may not have the targeted expertise in spill characteristics and trajectories. Therefore, the Scientific Support Coordinator is uniquely positioned within NOAA to assist the USCG with this crucial aspect of spill responses.