Fish/Stream Habitat and Morphology Technicians
32 positions (GS 3-5)
This position does intensive reach scale stream surveys. Using one of the most rigorously tested sampling protocols available, technicians collect information on a variety of stream attributes including pools, channel geometry, substrate, streambank characteristics, gradient, water chemistry, large woody debris, and macro-invertebrates. Technicians will become familiar with a variety of sampling procedures and will apply them to a wide range of stream systems.
Successful applicants will have the following:
- Coursework in natural resources, especially fisheries and water resources
- Field experience collecting fisheries or stream habitat data
- Outdoor/field experience (job requires camping for extended periods of time)
- An excellent attitude and a willingness to learn
Positions will begin mid-May and extend through at least early September, with a high probability of extending longer. Over the past several years work has been extended into the middle of October. The duration of the field season will depend on workload, available personnel, fire season, etc. We will accommodate students who need to start school in August. However, all students will be expected to work through early-August. Work is divided into 14-day pay periods; all technicians work 8 consecutive ten-hour days with the following 6 days off.