Job - Water Monitoring Summer Field Technicians (4). Needed: mid-May August 2007
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Watershed Monitoring and Assessment Section is seeking four summer sample technicians. Technicians will have the opportunity to work directly with the IDNR Beach Monitoring, Groundwater Monitoring, and Safe Lakes Programs. The objective of these programs is to assess water quality conditions statewide to ensure public health of Iowans. Duties may include the following activities: Travel to study sites across Iowa and collect of field samples Coordinate with municipal well operators to collect groundwater samples from municipal wells across Iowa Assist with watershed studies to determine sources of contamination in streams and lakes Laboratory analysis of various water quality parameters for those interested Applicants are encouraged to have a good understanding of basic water quality issues and be willing to work long hours in the field under all types of weather conditions. Applicants must be able to perform light physical work such as carrying and loading sampling equipment. Applicants will be expected to collect water samples from state-owned beaches for the first half of each week, with responsibilities shared among other programs for the remainder of the week. Some sampling will require overnight stays throughout Iowa and extensive travel throughout the sampling region may occur on occasion. Pay will be a stipend of $1500/ month, with expenses for required overnight travel covered. Successful applicants will be based in Iowa City primarily, but alternate locations throughout the state may be arranged based on the applicants individual circumstances. Applicants must have a valid drivers license, with appointments contingent upon a successful screening of their driving record. Employees will gain valuable work experience in the following ways: 1) learn methods and techniques related to surface and groundwater sampling; 2) gain first-hand knowledge of issues facing Iowas water resources; 3) gain knowledge of laboratory techniques to characterize water quality; 4) learn field techniques to detect and pinpoint sources of contamination; 5) gain valuable experience communicating with the general public, other agencies, and working in teams; 6) university credit may be available on a case-by-case basis through university internship programs. APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY, MARCH 5, 2007 To apply, please send a cover letter and resume including names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references electronically or by mail to: Jason McCurdy Iowa Department of Natural Resources 109 Trowbridge Hall Iowa City, IA 52242-1319 [EMAIL PROTECTED] For questions call: (515-205-7660) The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is an EEO/AA Employer.
