Job Announcement: The USGS Leetown Science Center (Kearneysville, West Virginia) seeks two Biological Technicians to assist with fish community sampling in trout streams in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (New Jersey and Pennsylvania). Duties will involve fish community sampling using backpack electrofishing gear and data entry. Position duration: June 27 - September 16 (12 weeks). Wage: $11.30/hour. Requirements: Degree or coursework in fisheries, wildlife, or related field preferred. Applicants must be able to participate in strenuous physical activity. Experience with fish electroshocking techniques and fish identification desirable but not required. Applicants should hold a valid driver's license.
To apply, send resume and college transcripts to Craig Snyder, USGS Leetown Science Center <[email protected]>. _______________________________ Nathaniel (Than) P. Hitt USGS Leetown Science Center Aquatic Ecology Branch 11649 Leetown Road, Kearneysville WV 25430 [email protected] 304.724.4463 https://profile.usgs.gov/nhitt
