STREAM BIOMONITORING STUDENT WORKER (FISH AND AQUATIC MACROINVERTEBRATES) Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
North Biological Monitoring Unit Brainerd, MN We are looking for college students to assist with aquatic biomonitoring surveys on rivers and streams in northern Minnesota, during the summer and early fall of 2025. Job duties include: Work with crews to sample streams and rivers for fish, aquatic macroinvertebrates, habitat measurements, and water chemistry. Fish will be sampled using electrofishing gear in both wadeable and non-wadeable habitats. Macroinvertebrates will be sampled using D-frame nets and artificial substrate samplers. Help maintain field equipment, train students, and keep field records. Enter and manage data on Agency computers Start/End Dates: June through August 2025 Pay rate: $19.56/hourly Hotel lodging provided during work week, plus meal expense reimbursement. Work hours are typically Monday-Thursday 10+ hours per day with overnight travel. Overtime will often be available and paid at time-and-a-half. Location: The position will be based in Brainerd, but will require extensive travel throughout northern Minnesota. Brainerd is located just north of the geographical center of Minnesota. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must be enrolled in secondary, post-secondary, or graduate study program in environmental studies, environmental science, water resources, conservation, chemistry, environmental engineering, or biology program working on an associates, bachelor’s, or master’s degree and have completed at least one year of post-secondary education in one of the programs listed above. To be eligible for an appointment as a Student Worker Para Professional Senior, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary or graduate program and have completed at least one year of post-secondary education. Students may be "off" for the summer or for one semester/quarter and remain employed as a student worker, but such absences cannot exceed one semester/quarter in a year. If you are enrolled at a credit-granting institution, you must carry at least six semester/nine quarter credits. if enrolled at a non-credit granting institution or one that only offers one credit per class, you must be taking two or more classes per semester/quarter. Any lesser credit (class) load will be treated as a semester/quarter off. Graduate students must be enrolled in at least two courses or making progress on a dissertation. You will be asked to complete an Educational Verification form prior to appointment. Possess a valid Driver's license (see additional requirements). Preferred Qualifications Coursework in fisheries, aquatic ecology, and/or entomology Coursework or knowledge in the identification of different species of fish, invertebrates, or aquatic ecology Coursework or familiarity with the use of tablets or other devices used to record data electronically Coursework or familiarity with common databases and the use of spreadsheets Ability to work in a team environment yet independently when needed Good communication skills Physical Requirements Must be physically able to perform field work associated with monitoring projects. This may include loading/unloading vehicles and boats with field equipment, carrying equipment to sites, launching boats, or portaging canoes. Frequently may need to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds in the water or over land. Capable of moderate physical exertion in summer heat and sun. Additional Requirements A driver’s license is an essential function of this position. This requires possession of an unrestricted Class D Driver’s License. The job offer is contingent on confirmation of a valid driver’s license AND a satisfactory DLR check. Requires a Class D Driver's License: a single unit vehicle with a gross vehicle weight of less than 26,000 pounds. This is a basic driver's license. Operators may also tow vehicles/trailers as long as the gross combination weight does not exceed 26,000 pounds. The position requires extensive travel across northern Minnesota and the willingness to stay overnight (in hotels) for up to three nights per week. The work may be carried out in remote areas, in inclement weather, and can be physically-demanding at times. Candidates must be able to work well with others in small- and medium-sized field crews. To Apply: How to Apply Full position description and online application instructions are available via the State of Minnesota Careers website: http://www.mn.gov/careers Search for Job ID 82051 Applications accepted through January 15, 2025. To unsubscribe from this list please go to https://community.esa.org/confirm/?u=RhPWqPxFwODKvbkiT32nkIqRrsiSgulp
