Water Quality Specialist

Grand Portage; Grand Portage (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Portage is seeking a Water Quality Specialist to monitor surface waters within the Grand Portage Reservation, conduct data management, and review regulatory submissions.

The role combines field sampling with program work under Clean Water Act, EPA reporting, and supports the Band's authority to regulate its waters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in water resources, hydrology, environmental science, chemistry or a related field.
• Background in water quality, hydrology, or related area.
• Experience with field sampling and water quality analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead field monitoring and data management to support regulatory reviews.

Skills

Field monitoring

Water chemistry

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in water resources, hydrology, environmental science, chemistry or a related field

Tools

Multiparameter sondes

Secchi disks

Job description

Description:
The Water Quality Specialist leads field monitoring, data management, and regulatory review to protect the surface waters of the Grand Portage Reservation, including Lake Superior shoreline, inland lakes, streams and wetlands. The position combines hands-on field sampling with Clean Water Act program work permit review, and EPA reporting, and supports the Band's authority to regulate its own waters.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in water resources, hydrology, environmental science, chemistry or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience in water quality, hydrology, or a related area. Field monitoring experience, including use of multiparameter sondes, Secchi disks and water sample collection and handling. Working knowledge of water chemistry (nutrients, dissolved oxygen, pH, conductivity, turbidity and bacteria).

Grand Portage requires a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing for all positions. American Indian Preference will apply.