Environmental Stewardship

JVC Northwest; Alaska; Híbrido; USD 26 000 - 32 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

JVC Northwest seeks a Fisheries Technician to join the KRITFC Salmon Biology team for 12 months across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska. You will collect and analyze salmon and environmental data at remote field sites, assist with field logistics, and share outreach on salmon science with Tribes, schools, and the public.

You’ll work closely with KRITFC staff and partners such as USFWS and Alaska Dept of Fish and Game, may travel to remote sites, and support co-management and

Qualificações

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• BS in Fisheries, Ecology, Biology or related field preferred.
• Experience with ArcGIS and RStudio is a plus; familiarity with MS Office tools.

Responsabilidades

• Collect and analyze salmon and environmental data at remote field sites.
• Coordinate field project logistics and engage with Tribes, schools, and the public.
• Draft project reports and support KRITFC’s salmon science and funding proposals.

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree

B.S. in Fisheries, Ecology, Biology, or related field

Ferramentas

ArcGIS

RStudio

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Opportunities to serve with JVC Northwest exist in the five beautiful states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska in remote, rural, and urban settings.

Jesuit Volunteers also have the opportunity to serve in other US regions through our sibling organization, Jesuit Volunteer Corps.

Below is a list of opportunities organized by location and by category of service. As part of your application to become a Jesuit Volunteer, we’ll ask about your service preferences, but we ask all applicants to be open to where the need is greatest, and we may ask you to consider options you had not initially thought about.

Program Name

Salmon Research & Biology Program

Position Title

Agency Website

https://kuskosalmon.org/projects-overview

Position Focus

AmeriCorps Status

AmeriCorps

Service Impact Area

Capacity Building

Primary Role

Environmental Conservation, Education, or Restoration (AmeriCorps)

Length of Service Term

12 months

Primary Service Area

Populations Served

Other Issues and Roles

Brief Position Description:

The Fisheries Technician collaborates with the Salmon Biology team to collect and analyze salmon and environmental data at remote field sites while ensuring the safety of themself and fellow team members; assist with coordinating logistics for field projects; develop and share outreach on salmon science and research with Tribes, schools, and the public; and otherwise advance KRITFC’s Tribally-led salmon science projects. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to setting up/tearing down field camps; drafting project reports; assisting with the Community-Based Harvest Monitoring program; and collaborating on project funding proposals. This position serves closely with KRITFC staff and project partners, including USFWS, Orutsararmiut Native Council, Organized Village of Kwethluk, Takotna Tribal Council, Washington State University, and Alaska Department of Fish and Game, and may involve travel and camping in remote settings.

Day in Life of JV

During the fall season (August–October), the JV/AmeriCorps member will collaborate with staff and partners to finalize field work, winterize field sites, store gear, and prepare post-season reports and presentations. Onboarding will include training and meeting with staff, Executive Council members, and partners, as well as reviewing reports and archives. Most of their service will be desk-based and indoor this season, with potential for some field work in the early fall.
The winter season (October–March) is a necessarily slower season, and nearly all service will be desk-based and indoor at this time. Service activities include creating and sharing outreach materials about salmon assessment projects and other science and Indigenous Knowledge work with Tribes, schools, and the public; collaborating with team members to present project reports and develop project proposals; and preparing for or attending subsistence regulatory meetings with other team members.
The JV/AmeriCorps member will spend most of the spring season (March–May) preparing for the summer field season. This involves coordinating project logistics, communicating with project partners, participating in trainings, and promoting outreach materials about in-season projects. Most of the JV/AmeriCorps member’s service will be desk-based and indoor at this time, with potential field service toward the end of April/early May.
The summer season (May–July) will be the busiest season for the JV/AmeriCorps member, as this is the salmon fishing and research season on the Kuskokwim. They will host and participate in trainings; coordinate with project crew members; conduct field work at remote sites and in Bethel; compile and analyze data; help coordinate project logistics with federal, state, Tribal, and university partners; and support KRITFC’s salmon co-management. There is a high potential the JV/AmeriCorps member will travel to remote field sites during the summer season with staff or project partners for 7-10 days at a time.

Required & Preferred Skills

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Driver's License Requirement

Yes

Vehicle Requirement

A vehicle owned by your organization or program

Nature of Driving

No more than 5 miles in any direction for errands/airport pickups around town. Vehicle is a Dodge pick-up truck with 4WD.

Spanish Language Requirement

No requirement other than English

Preferred Spanish Language Level

No requirement other than English

Additional Languages and Level Preferred

Yugtun, Deg Xinag, Tanaina, or Dinak’i, any proficiency

Required experience, qualities, or specialized training

Bachelors of Science degree

Preferred experience, qualities or specialized training

B.S. in Fisheries, Ecology, Biology, or related field preferred. Experience using Microsoft Office (specifically Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 3 months/1 season experience working in a biological field setting, especially in remote areas/bear territory, a plus. Experience with ArcGIS and RStudio a plus.