Environmental Analyst – Stream Monitoring and Assessment @ NEIWPCC
Environmental Analyst – Stream Monitoring and Assessment
Description
NEIWPCC is seeking a full-time Environmental Analyst to provide technical assistance and program support for water quality monitoring and assessment initiatives for streams and rivers across New York state.
What You’ll Do
As a NEIWPCC Environmental Analyst, you will assist with coordination and
implementation of water quality monitoring and assessment initiatives,
targeting source water priority waterbodies and collaborating with agency and
program partners. You will participate in the collection of water quality
samples, water chemistry data, field measurements, and observations, with an
emphasis on biological sampling and analysis methods. You will also assist
with a variety of other program elements, including laboratory sample
processing, database development, database maintenance, data analysis, and
reporting.
What You’ll Bring / Preferred Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a passion and interest in preserving and
advancing water quality. Ideally the candidate will have a degree in
environmental science, biology, environmental biology, Geographical
Information Systems (GIS), or related field. Experience collecting and working
with water quality data, analysis, and reporting; experience with Geographic
Information Systems (GIS), such as ArcGIS Online, as well as experience with
the statistical computing software (R) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel,
Word, and Access is preferred. Clear communication and public speaking
abilities are a plus. Candidates with alternative qualifications or who have
taken a less traditional career path may be considered if an aptitude for
success and a strong willingness to learn is clearly apparent.
Logistics
This full-time NEIWPCC position will work 7.5 hours per day and is based in
Albany, NY. Duties will be performed in an office setting and in outdoor field
conditions. Field work will be conducted outdoors under a variety of weather
conditions, from boats and from rough terrain, with a need to lift and carry
up to 50 lbs. Position will require travel especially during periods of the
year when field work is conducted and will require travel overnight and for
extended hours; travel and field work may comprise up to 30% of time,
annually. A valid driver’s license and private means of transportation is
required. After six months of employment, this position may be eligible for a
partial telework schedule for office-based duties, subject to approval and
determined by program and office needs. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
required.
Benefits
NEIWPCC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
NEIWPCC pays 75% of premiums for health/dental/vision coverage, contributes
10% of annual base salary to employee retirement plans, provides 15 paid
vacation days per fiscal year in addition to paid holidays and paid volunteer
leave, 15 paid sick days, and offers tuition reimbursement and professional
development support. NEIWPCC is a qualified employer for the Public Service
Student Loan Forgiveness program.
Salary
Anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 to $70,000.
To Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and a brief writing sample by email to
jobs@neiwpcc.org by August 13, 2023. Please
reference #23-NYS-SW-DEC-004 in the email subject line. Accepting applications
until the position is filled.
A full position description and benefits listing may be viewed at: https://neiwpcc.org/about-us/careers.
About NEIWPCC
NEIWPCC is a regional commission that helps the states of the Northeast
preserve and advance water quality. We engage and convene water quality
professionals and other interested parties from New England and New York to
collaborate on water, wastewater, and environmental science challenges across
shared regions, ecosystems, and areas of expertise. Our mission is to advance
clean water in the Northeast through collaboration with, and service to, our
member states.
NEIWPCC’s Diversity Commitment
NEIWPCC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of
diversity, equity and inclusion. NEIWPCC is an equal opportunity employer, and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because
of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identification, marital status, physical and mental
disability, ancestry, genetic information, age, political or union
affiliation, pregnancy or related medical conditions, military service or
application for military service, veteran status, or any other status or
classification protected by applicable law. Physical or mental disabilities
will be considered only as they may relate to the candidate’s ability to
fulfill bona fide job requirements. This policy refers to all personnel
practices including employee recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions,
training, disciplining, terminating and all other conditions. Read more about
NEIWPCC’s commitment to diversity here: https://neiwpcc.org/about-
us/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/.
Entry-level, Mid-level
Nonprofit- NGO
Anticipated annual salary range is $55,000 to $70,000.
Location
Albany, NY, USA
Category
Posted
2023-07-31 00:00