What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Quality Specialist position at Grand Portage?
Title:
Water Quality Specialist
Location:
Trust Lands
Wage Range:
$20.80 / hour
Supervisor:
Environmental Director
Description:
The Water Quality Specialist leads field monitoring, data management, and regulatory review to protect the surface waters of the Grand Portage Reservation, including Lake Superior shoreline, inland lakes, streams and wetlands. The position combines hands-on field sampling with Clean Water Act program work permit review, and EPA reporting, and supports the Band's authority to regulate its own waters.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in water resources, hydrology, environmental science, chemistry or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Qualifications:
At least 2 years of experience in water quality, hydrology, or a related area. Field monitoring experience, including use of multiparameter sondes, Secchi disks and water sample collection and handling. Working knowledge of water chemistry (nutrients, dissolved oxygen, pH, conductivity, turbidity and bacteria).
Grand Portage requires a background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol testing for all positions. American Indian Preference will apply.