Under general supervision, Environmental Aquatic Specialist will be responsible for monitoring, data collection, equipment calibration and basic maintenance of stream aquatic stations located within watershed and sub-watersheds within Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians in-trust lands. Will work with other departmental staff to implement long term stream monitoring goals and develop watershed water quality base parameters.
- Adhere to the EBCI Stream Survey QAPP.
- Adhere to the EBCI Stream Survey standard operating procedures for stream gauge station operations.
- Ensure correct calibration of stream gauge station equipment.
- Ensure data collection and upload to Tribal Environmental Exchange Network (TREX) system.
- Provide technical expertise and assistance with the development and revisions of current water quality Tribal Ordinances.
- Complete monthly, quarterly, bi-annual and annual data reports to watershed coordinator and U.S Environmental Protection Agency.
- Responsible for purchase of need equipment and supplies for day-to-day operations.
- Will assist the EBCI Fisheries and Wildlife program in developing and implementing aquatic biodiversity monitoring protocols, including Index of Biotic Integrity methods, to meet EBCI watershed and water quality monitoring objectives.
- Will assist the Air Quality Program to aid with correlation curves linking air quality issues with water quality issues.
- Will collect data and develop future water quality guidelines that incorporate global climate change on Tribal Lands.
- Attend meetings and various trainings as required.
Environmental Aquatic Specialist will directly supervise intern students. Environmental Aquatic Specialist will report directly to the Water Quality Section Supervisor.
Experience: One (1) year of related experience required. Experience working with water quality monitoring, specifically stream gauge stations, and detailed data analysis.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in related field required.
Licenses & Certifications: Valid, insurable NC Driver’s License required.
- Requires the ability to accurately comprehend stream gauge station operation and effects on stream systems.
- Employee must interact professionally with co-workers and identify solutions to meet Tribal requirements and project objectives.
- Must have good problem-solving skills, as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work in team setting.
* Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
EBCI reserves the right to revise the position description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. Complete job description is found on application site.
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