Summer Aquaculture

Summer Aquaculture - Butte Falls Charter School Butte Falls Charter School seeks qualified applicants for the temporary summer position of Aquaculture. Approximately 8-16 hours per week, 4 hours per shift. Exact schedule is to be determined. PAY RATE: $25.00 per hour APPLICATION Complete an application here: https://www.applitrack.com/douglasesd/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=3524 APPLICATION DEADLINE: 04/28/2026 at 3 p.m. JOB SUMMARY This position supports the operation and advancement of an indoor aquaculture and hydroponics system at the Natural Resource Center at Butte Falls School District. This role is responsible for the daily care, monitoring, and harvesting of fish and plant systems, while assisting with applied research to improve system integration and overall project outcomes. The position also contributes to facility maintenance and seasonal harvesting activities. DUTIES This not an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties or functions associated with the job. •Monitor and maintain aquaponics and hydroponic systems, including daily water quality testing. •Adjust water chemistry and system conditions as needed to ensure optimal organism health. •Add and manage water levels across both aquaculture and hydroponic systems. •Conduct and document effluent discharge research to support integration of hydroponic and aquaculture systems. •Maintain accurate and detailed records of daily activities, procedures, system data, and production volumes. •Assist with ongoing infrastructure improvements, including basic carpentry and painting tasks. •Participate in seasonal harvesting, including cleaning, freezing, packaging, and preparing up to 500 fish for distribution. •Support overall project development and contribute to research efforts advancing the program to its next phase. •Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS •Completion of, or current enrollment in Environmental Science Capstone coursework through Southern Oregon University. •Participation in at least 20 hours of the Hydroponics or Aquaponics lab infrastructure improvement project – or – commitment to continue involvement as a Capstone Program student during the 2026–27 school year. •Basic knowledge of aquaculture, hydroponics, or environmental science principles preferred. •Experience with data collection, recordkeeping, or research documentation is desirable. •Ability to perform light physical labor, including lifting, cleaning, and facility maintenance tasks. Equal employment opportunity and treatment shall be practiced by the district regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veterans’ status, genetic information and disability if the employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, is able to perform the essential functions of the position.