Job Tag: Science/Engineering

We’re looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented GIS Analyst to join our Land team. This individual will play a key role in managing spatial data, coordinating survey projects, developing mapping solutions and helping drive informed decisions across the business. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone who’s excited to take ownership of data, tools, and solutions that support real-world energy infrastructure development.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Manage and maintain enterprise GIS databases with a focus on infrastructure, land, and environmental datasets.
Develop and update high-quality maps, web applications, and spatial analysis tools for internal stakeholders.
Support engineering, operations, and commercial teams with spatial data insights and customized mapping solutions
Manage third-party surveying activity for pipeline projects, water handling facilities, and water recycling facilities
Integrate GIS with other platforms (e.g., SCADA, CAD, asset management systems, and QuorumLand)
Conduct geospatial analysis to support routing, siting, permitting, and regulatory compliance
Lead GIS data QA/QC efforts and ensure accuracy and consistency across all projects
Stay current with GIS trends, tools, and best practices, especially within the oil & gas and water midstream sectors

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field required. (Master’s or GISP certification is preferred)
Minimum of three (3) years of professional GIS experience, ideally in the oil & gas, energy, or environmental industries
Strong command of Esri products (ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Enterprise, Field Maps, etc.)
Experience working with spatial data related to pipeline systems, water infrastructure, and land records
Experience working with Quorum QGIS and myQuorum Land
Having familiarity with the Permian Basin region (Texas & New Mexico) and associated regulatory environments is a big plus
Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience collaborating on PowerPoint presentations updating development plans, business development opportunities and market conditions for tangible costs.
Strong pivot table skills to analyze costs, data sets and volumes.

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Office of Coastal Zone Management (CZM):

The Office of Coastal Zone Management is the lead planning, policy, and technical assistance agency for coastal and ocean issues within the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. CZM’s mission is to balance the impact of human activities with the protection of coastal and marine resources through planning, public involvement, education, research, and sound resource management.

Description:

The Coastal Resilience Specialist will provide administrative, programmatic and technical support for CZM efforts to develop and implement strategies that protect coastal resources, properties, and public facilities from erosion, flooding, and sea level rise. The position serves under the direction of the Chief Coastal Resilience Officer on a multi-disciplinary team to assist with implementation of the ResilientCoasts Initiative, including planning, management, data development, and outreach.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Provide administrative support to the ResilientCoasts Initiative.
Serve as a liaison to coastal municipalities and local partners.
Assist with responses to inquiries about the ResilientCoasts Initiative.
Assist with organizing and scheduling meetings, public events and workshops, and other stakeholder engagement.
Track progress and success on key tasks, metrics, and deliverables.
Compile data in spreadsheets and reports.
Support ResillientCoasts project tasks and deliverables.
Support implementation of ResilentCoasts Phase I plan and ongoing development of the ResilientCoasts Initiative.
Conduct literature review and research on coastal resilience topics.
Assist with GIS data analysis and visuals, including ArcGIS StoryMaps.
Gather new information, reports, and recommendations on coastal resilience.
Contribute to content development for presentations, case studies, fact sheets, and CZM’s website.
Deliver presentations at public meetings and workshops.
Assist with facilitation of stakeholder convenings and committees.
Participate in inter-agency teams to coordinate coastal resilience efforts.
Support the broader CZM and EEA team.
Cooperate with CZM staff, management, and other agencies on joint projects, willing to accept appropriate share of workload.
Comply with established policies, accept changes, and work to ensure that both the letter and the spirit of requirements area carried out.
Manage time effectively, keep supervisors informed, and support policies and practices of CZM/EEA.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of urban and regional planning in coastal environments.
Terminology and standard abbreviations used in urban and regional planning.
Social, economic, technological, and ecological factors, trends, and problems involved in urban and regional planning in coastal environments.
Methods of general report writing.
Methods used in the preparation of charts, graphs, and tables.
Principles and practices of community organization.
Coastal zone management principles, particularly coastal hazards policy and management.
Coastal and climate adaptation and resilience principles.
Types, concepts, techniques, and applications of coastal vulnerability assessments.
Nature-based approaches to shoreline management.
Ability to:
Analyze and determine the applicability of planning data, to draw conclusions, and to make appropriate recommendations.
Read and interpret such documents as regional plans, urban plans, contracts, etc.
Understand, apply, and explain the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
Prepare general reports and memos.
Write concisely to express thoughts clearly and to develop ideas in logical sequence.
Maintain accurate records.
Prepare and use charts, graphs, and tables.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Communicate effectively in oral expression.
Deal tactfully with others and establish rapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds.
Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
Work independently.
Exercise sound judgement.
Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
Analyze and evaluate environmental data for the purposes of developing and implementing climate adaptation strategies.
Map and analyze geospatial data in ESRI ArcGIS Software (ArcGIS Pro) and the ESRI suite of online tools (e.g., ArcGIS Online, Survey123, Field Maps).
Translate science and conduct effective community outreach.
Organize digital files and manage a wide range of projects and tasks with varying deadlines.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate’s degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology,. natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II. A Bachelor’s degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in the field of environmental science, biology, chemistry, earth science, environmental health, meteorology, natural science, toxicology or public health may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Mid-Level Environmental Engineer to join the team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world class Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) team located in either Seattle, WA, Renton, WA, Everett, WA or Tukwila, WA.

The scope of this position will be to implement the Tanks and Sumps compliance program along with applicable Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasures (SPCC) Plans at the Everett, WA site as well as other sites in Washington associated with the Commercial Airplanes 737 Program. The 737 Program sites include Renton, North Boeing Field, Plant 2, South Park, and Moses Lake. The approximate time allocation is 1/3 at Everett and 2/3 at the 737 sites. This is a fully onsite role but there is flexibility in which site to work from although the selected candidate will spend time at all of the locations. The position will assist with other Environmental Compliance Tasks, such as auditing and reporting.

This is a SPEEA-represented position that will be covered by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement. Applicable and appropriate educational/certification credentials from an accredited institution and/or equivalent experience is required.

Position Responsibilities:

Assesses the impact of emerging environmental issues, legislation and regulations on company operations

Develops, implements and monitors environmental management systems, processes and programs

Acts as primary site interface with regulatory agencies

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Bachelor’s degree or higher

3+ years of experience with environmental compliance, environmental program management

3+ years of experience in areas of air quality, stormwater, hazardous waste, industrial wastewater, spill prevention, storage tanks, environmental sampling, data analysis, and/or environmental reporting

3+ years of experience interacting with internal and external stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, geology, or environmental management

Experience with environmental compliance and regulations

Environmental Permitting Experience

Colorado Water Trust is the only statewide nonprofit solely dedicated to restoring water to Colorado’s rivers. By working within Colorado’s water law system, we take the tools that were created to withdraw water from rivers and instead use them to do the opposite: return water to rivers with low flows or no flows at all. Together with our diverse partners throughout the state, we are restoring habitat for fish and other wildlife, improving local economic opportunities, and, where lost, returning to Colorado’s landscape the beauty of a flowing river. Since our inception in 2001, we have restored over 26 billion gallons of water to 814 miles of Colorado’s rivers and streams. We have staff strategically located both on the Front Range and across the state. Colorado Water Trust has a committed and knowledgeable board of directors and staff with exceptional expertise, talent and motivation as well as a passion for our mission. Internally, we promote a collaborative and supportive work environment, innovative ideas, flexibility, respect, and work-life balance. To learn more about our current programs, priorities, and our team, please visit ColoradoWaterTrust.org.

Position Summary

The Water Transactions Specialist will evaluate, develop, implement, and steward flow restoration projects throughout Colorado using collaborative, voluntary, and market-based approaches. They will work on a team environment under the direction of the Programs Director, with a self-starting and entrepreneurial ethos. The ideal candidate will share our passion for Western water and healthy rivers, be adept at innovative thinking to advance Colorado Water Trust’s goals, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, in addition to technical skills. The right person for this role will be comfortable communicating complex technical information to a variety of audiences, and be persistent despite occasionally skeptical audiences and challenging, long-term projects.

Essential Duties

Conducts technical and/or legal evaluation of potential projects including water rights due diligence, and analysis of streamflow needs to support healthy aquatic habitats.
Manages reservoir release projects, including stakeholder consultation, administrative applications, contract execution, grant applications and reporting, and operational decision-making.
Conducts site visits to support the development, implementation, and stewardship of streamflow restoration projects across the state.
Represents Colorado Water Trust in front of agricultural interests, water users, nonprofit groups, watershed groups, and state and federal agencies.
Supports stewardship of Colorado Water Trust’s existing projects, including monitoring climate conditions and project water use, guiding project implementation and operations, and reporting project impacts.
Develops and maintains relationships throughout the water community, based on integrity, confidentiality, and mutual understanding.
Prepares technical and/or legal memos, reports, grant reports, and presentations.
Contributes web content, newsletters, blogs, and other project-related communications.
Participates in general organization fundraising efforts, such as with events and thank you cards.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelors or higher degree or equivalent experience in agricultural or water resources engineering, natural resources, environmental or physical sciences, law, or a closely related field.

· 4-7 years of experience (including graduate work if relevant), with strong interest in western water rights, conservation, and water issues in the west.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

· Passionate belief in the mission of Colorado Water Trust and our organizational values.

· High degree of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

· Ability to effectively balance multiple competing projects and issues.

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective relationships over time.

· Valid driver’s license and ability to travel extensively throughout Colorado.

Slippery Rock University invites applications for a one-semester temporary position in the Department of Chemistry and Environmental Geosciences beginning August 2025. We are seeking a broadly trained geologist or environmental scientist to teach undergraduate physical science courses for a general education audience. The successful candidate may incorporate geological or environmental science topics into the general education course but the course must focus on developing scientific literacy and communication skills.

It is expected that the successful candidate will have a commitment to the education of a diverse population and actively participate in the department. Faculty members are required to hold a minimum of five hours of student consultation (office hours) on at least three different days. For Fall 2025, the position will be 100% online.

Minimum Qualifications: Masters degree in geology, geoscience, or a related discipline required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience teaching geology or environmental science at the undergraduate level. Experience with online teaching, PhD in geology, geoscience, or related discipline preferred. Candidates with experience in either structural geology or geochemistry are encouraged to apply.

At Hilmar Cheese Company we improve lives around the world through wholesome dairy products. Since our founding in 1984, Hilmar Cheese Company has been committed to innovation and sustainability.

The Environmental Specialist is responsible for the accurate performance of gathering samples, performing periodic compliance inspections, facilitating Regulatory Agency inspections, ownership of site analytical data, and performing other environmental related activities in accordance with HCC procedures and regulatory requirements.
Job Responsibilities

Conduct weekly inspection of all waste storage areas and chemical storage areas, assure proper container labelling, container segregation and consistency with federal, state, and local regulation; document findings and work with others to address findings.
Manage and prepare information for development of daily, monthly and annual emissions reports, including weekly reviews of site operational data to ensure compliance.
Manage drinking water and hazardous waste samples for analyses; provide input to Environmental Manager for development of required reports and compliance strategies.
Coordinate with Environmental Manager to develop and maintain documentation formats to capture data necessary to ensure environmental compliance.
Works with other EHS staff to develop strategic and tactical compliance processes and procedures.
Collect, interpret, and present data for development of all environmental permit required reports to external regulatory agencies and to internal stakeholders.
Support administration and management of reuse water irrigation program, and manage and maintain confidential information.
Hosts agency inspections and enforcement audits, coordinating with external agencies and providing follow-up to additional information requests.
Respond to hazardous materials and compliance emergencies and coordinate incident response for disposal.
Oversee data management systems to draft comprehensive agency responses during incident follow-up.

What You Will Need

High School Diploma and 4 years’ related experience or Bachelor’s degree and 1 year related experience.
Intermediate use of Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of collection and interpretation of regulatory samples OR,
Knowledge of air permitting requirements OR,
Knowledge of State and USEPA hazardous waste regulatory requirements.

What Will Put You Ahead

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or related science.
College courses in Environmental science or related science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) discipline.
Knowledge of chemistry and chemical reactions.
Knowledge of Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level, including the use of formulas and pivot tables

We are seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable Air Quality Specialist to join our team. This role involves monitoring, analyzing, and managing air quality data to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in air quality assessments, emissions control, and regulatory compliance, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Requirements

Responsibilities:

· Conduct air quality monitoring, sampling, and analysis to assess pollution levels.

· Develop and implement air quality management plans and strategies.

· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations, such as the Clean Air Act and EPA guidelines.

· Prepare technical reports, permits, and regulatory documentation.

· Collaborate with environmental agencies, stakeholders, and internal teams to address air quality concerns.

· Evaluate emission sources and recommend pollution control measures.

· Utilize air dispersion modeling software to predict air pollution impacts.

· Investigate air quality complaints and recommend mitigation solutions.

· Stay up-to-date with changes in air quality regulations and industry best practices.

· Manage emissions inventories and annual greenhouse gas reporting.

· Develop emissions calculations based on state and federal rules and regulations, standard industry practices and emissions modeling software.

· Build and maintain strong working relationships with engineering and operations teams.

· Interact with government agencies to represent TGNR and foster agency relationships while ensuring permitting and compliance correspondence are progressing on schedule.

· Other duties as identified and defined, including non-air-related compliance with local, state, federal regulations.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).

· 8-15 years experience in air quality analysis, environmental compliance, or emissions control.

· Knowledge of air monitoring equipment, modeling software, and regulatory frameworks.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

· Working knowledge of the Clean Air Act and State regulations where TGNR assets are operated.

· Previous experience in successfully interacting with local, state, and federal agency officials related to air permitting authorizations.

· Capacity to accurately solve problems and exceptional proficiency in data management.

· Strong math, science, and computer skills, including proficiency in the use and application of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook), and emissions modeling software (GlyCalc, Screen3, etc.)

· Skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.

· Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.

· Ability to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and consistently apply environmental rules and regulations.

· Valid Driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Certifications such as Certified Air Quality Professional (CAQP) or relevant industry credentials.

· Experience with GIS mapping and data visualization for air quality analysis.

· Familiarity with permitting processes and environmental impact assessments.

· Experience with regulations in Texas and Louisiana.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Assists the Environmental Department in assuring compliance with Federal, State, and local environmental regulations as it relates to monitoring the environment and investigating sources of pollution and contamination. Provides technical support for various environmental projects and facility operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in collecting water samples as well as generating and maintaining records for sampling and site maintenance.
Provides Quality Assurance (QA) and inputs lab results data on a monthly basis to WQ database.
Gathers and processes materials for annual BMP report including (but not limited to): maps indicating crops grown, soil test results, recommendations and fertilizer application records, pump logs, canal/ditch cleaning and laser leveling records, sediment sump cleaning records & laser leveling records and documentation of BMP training by staff and growers.
Conducts Bi-weekly EWOD permit required sampling, monthly & quarterly Industrial wastewater permit required sampling, conducts annual, quarterly, and monthly Drinking Water sampling and assists with weekly & monthly ENV compliance inspections at mill and agriculture locations.
Operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting water collection sampling devices as well as laboratory equipment (pH meters, etc).
Assists in implementation of, transition to and management of electronic data management system for Environmental records, including inspection records, SOP’s, permits, etc.
Assists in maintaining relationships and liaisons between SCGC, its Growers and regulatory agencies.
Performs other related projects and assignments as business dictates.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Demonstrate basic knowledge of laboratory sampling and analysis methods and procedures, required.
Understanding of basic regulatory provisions as they relate to Federal, State, and local environmental permitting requirements (CAA, CWA, OPA, NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA, etc.).
Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to comprehend and convey scientific information.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt quickly to a multicultural environment.
Proficient in operating a vehicle, computers and peripherals, water testing and sampling equipment as well as any other related testing equipment.
Bilingual – English and Spanish, preferred.

LICENSES REQUIRED: Regular Class “E” Driver’s License

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate degree in field related to science or any combination of education, training, and work experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties/responsibilities of this position.
Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory, industry and technical requirements as related to Federal, State, and local environmental regulations (CAA, CWA, OPA, NPDES, RCRA, EPCRA, etc).
MS Office suite, required.

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary

Plans, supervises, provides expertise/consultation, reviews progress, and evaluates results on projects and programs involving engineering, permitting, licensing, auditing, regulatory compliance, and/or environmental assessments to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental statutes and regulations. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of theories and principles and applies it in creative and effective ways to a broad range of very difficult and complex assignments. Under consultative direction and with substantial latitude for unreviewed actions and decisions conducts important investigations requiring the application of new approaches in the field. Routinely serves on special work teams and uses expert technical knowledge to act as lead person or technical advisor on medium to large projects. Assignments are routinely self-initiated.

Essential Responsibilities

Administers and consults on complex programs designed to minimize deficiencies and ensure compliance with regulations and permits. Directs site assessment/investigations/remediation projects as necessary. (Major areas may include: auditing, air permitting and compliance, water/wastewater permitting and compliance, land quality, radiological, above ground and underground storage tanks, emergency plans, DOT compliance, FAA safety regulations, and hazardous, liquid and solid waste disposal.)

Negotiates and administers license and permit applications and response actions to ensure compliance with existing federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Performs as a regulatory liaison with federal, state, and local agencies. Presents testimony at environmental hearings to support company position on environmental regulatory development.

Directs and/or conducts data collection, strategic studies, evaluations, and report development to support environmental regulatory requirements at Xcel facilities. Projects may include proposed legislation and/or emerging public issues, operating permit limits and/or potential environmental regulatory noncompliance.

Develops training lesson plan content that meet Xcel Academy standards, maintains instructor qualifications, and provides regulatory compliance training to Xcel personnel as is regulatory required and/or customer requested.

Monitors outcomes of incidents, regulatory inspections and internal audits of company owned facilities, contractors, and/or outside disposal facilities and conducts and/or assesses root cause analysis to ensure corrective actions adequately address the problem and non-compliance conditions are not repeated. Provides support for emergency environmental incidents as needed.

Monitors statutes, regulations, licenses, and/or permits for potential impacts to facility operations. Reviews proposed regulations, licenses, and/or permits to determine potential impacts to facility operations. Serves as the lead reviewer coordinating comments from others into a single company position recommendation.

Prepares requests for proposals, contract agreements, and project estimates. Supports and/or selects and manages consultants and contractors.

Assists others in developing, refining and implementing the strategic goals and objectives of Xcel Energy. Contributes to process teams concerning budget and regulatory compliance.

Minimum Requirements

BS/BA in environmental science, engineering, applied science, or related fields and six years of progressively more responsible environmental related work experience including, but not limited to environmental regulations, remedial procedures, audit procedures, and power generation processes.

Demonstrated skills in technical writing, verbal communication, and negotiations. (Note: An Associate college degree in areas of environmental or applied science and three years of progressive responsibilities in related work experience may be substituted for the education requirement.

The following additional advanced education in the field can be substituted for related work experience: MS/MA/MBA = 2 years; PhD/J.D. = 3 years.)

The primary role of these positions is to investigate the condition of Great Lakes Coastal wetlands and Lake Superior streams using fish and aquatic macroinvertebrates.

The technicians will also assist with a project investigating invasive crayfish trapping on inland Minnesota lakes. Field technicians will work in teams of 2-4 individuals to conduct surveys by boat, hiking overland, or wading in streams. This work will require overnight travel from mid-June to early August on up to four, 5-8 day trips. Crews can expect to travel anywhere from Green Bay, WI to Keweenaw Peninsula, MI and as far north as Grand Portage, MN. Local work in the Duluth area will primarily occur in early June, August and September. Transportation, lodging, and a meal allowance is provided during travel away from Duluth. When crews are working around Duluth on a standard work schedule (M-F) and on days off, crew are responsible for their own transportation, housing, and food. This appointment will last until crew members need to return to classes or until the work is completed (typically into September), but will not extend past October 31st, 2025.

Technicians will receive considerable safety and project training before field excursions, including boat handling and trailering training and safety. UMD, NRRI, and project orientation in-person and online trainings will start at the end of May. New employees will have opportunities to practice boat trailering and field safety skills at NRRI before the first field excursion. Coastal wetland field training will occur in mid to late June during a weeklong field trip with all crew members. Field training will cover basic boat operation, boat trailering, water safety, handling and identifying fish and crayfish, macroinvertebrate sampling, and collecting and processing water quality samples.

NRRI will provide personal protection equipment (PPE) for field work such as waders, life jackets, basic rain gear, eye and hand protection, sunscreen, bug spray, hand sanitizer, head nets, etc. Employees are responsible for procuring their own field-appropriate clothing, lunchbox/day pack, water bottles, and kit of anything needed for a long day of fieldwork (e.g., SPF lip balm, medicines, lunches/snacks). When crews are working around Duluth on a standard work schedule, and on days off, crew are responsible for their own transportation, housing, and food.

All applicants must be able to travel on 5–8-day overnight field trips this summer (4-6 trips total). Strong applicants will also have a background in boating, first aid, a demonstrated ability to learn new skills and work cooperatively on a team, and mechanical aptitude to diagnose and fix broken things.

Job Duties

(75%) Field sampling and travel. Technicians will document fish, aquatic macroinvertebrates, habitat, aquatic vegetation, and water quality in Great Lakes coastal wetlands and tributaries of Lake Superior; electro fish and sample aquatic invertebrates and habitat in wadable streams, use minnow traps for crayfish trapping, and other similar duties. Field technicians must be capable of hiking all day in wadable streams and through trail-less forested areas, should be able to swim, and must be able to work cooperatively in small groups during extended overnight travel.

(10%) Organizing field equipment, preparing/packing for field trips, reporting on sample collection activities.

(10%) Processing invertebrate or water quality samples in the laboratory.

(5%) Using computer and GPS to navigate to sampling sites and manage field data.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

High school graduation or the equivalent with some science courses and two years of experience in relevant academic and work experience may be substituted.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (absolutely no moving violations; any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a motor vehicle background check).
Must have daily transportation to and from NRRI facility and have or obtain housing in the Duluth, MN area for the term of this appointment.
Ability to communicate and work closely with team members in both a laboratory and outdoor setting.
Physical ability to work long hours outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather, and carrying heavy equipment over uneven terrain.
Must be able to travel away from the Duluth, MN area for fieldwork 4-6 times throughout the summer on 5-8 day field trips.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference for spending time outdoors
Experience sampling and identifying fish, invertebrates, aquatic vegetation and/or collecting water samples.
Classwork in biology, ecology, limnology, or similar.
Boating and trailering experience; have a Boaters Safety Certificate.
Strong communication skills, positive attitude, experience working on a team.
Computer skills performing data entry and Excel spreadsheet management.
Familiarity using handheld GPS, compass, and reading topographical maps.
Mechanical aptitude: e.g., changing vehicle and trailer tires, troubleshooting boat motors, performing routine maintenance of vehicles, trailers, boats, and motors.