Water Quality Specialist

Upper Columbia United Tribes; Idaho; On-site; USD 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A Tribal Organization in Idaho is seeking a dedicated Water Quality Specialist to support efforts in monitoring and restoring water resources. The role involves conducting field and laboratory work to enhance nutrient levels, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and collaborating with various partners. The position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive salary of $20/hour and benefits including 401k, dental, health, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Experience in monitoring and restoring water resources.
• Understanding of nutrient enhancement projects.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and restore water resources for cultural uses.
• Perform field and laboratory work on nutrient enhancement.
• Provide technical assistance for habitat restoration.

Skills

Knowledge of water quality assessment

Field and laboratory work experience

Ability to collaborate with partners

Job description

Work With Purpose at UCUT: Protecting Land, Water, Wildlife, and Culture for Future Generations.

The Water Quality Specialist supports the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho Fish and Wildlife Department in monitoring and restoring the Tribe’s water resources to sustain fish and wildlife for cultural uses. This position performs field and laboratory work related to tributary and large river nutrient enhancement, assists in the implementation of nutrient addition projects, and provides technical assistance to inform water quality and habitat restoration. This position works closely with tribal, local, state, and federal partners to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and the Tribe’s goals for healthy watersheds.

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Location: Kootenai Tribe of Idaho; Bonners Ferry, ID

Type: Full-time

Department: Fish & Wildlife Department

Salary: $20/hour, non-exempt, benefits include: 401k, dental, health and vision

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