Community Science Coordinator

Community Science Coordinator

Milwaukee Riverkeeper

April through Mid-November 2026

15 hours per week

Stipend: $7500

Background

Working for Milwaukee Riverkeeper...

At Milwaukee Riverkeeper® we’re looking for more than just a person to fill a desk. We’re seeking team members that share our passion for healthy rivers and strong communities. If you want to become a part of our team, you will be empowered to work the way you work best. Your voice is important, you’ll help shape the role you’re in and the future of our organization. From the top down and the bottom up, we’re more than just a workplace, we work together, and play to win!

Position Description

As the Community Science Support Intern, you’ll assist the Water Quality team in coordinating our community volunteers and water quality monitoring programs. We value our volunteers as they share our passion and serve as the eyes and ears of our waterways. You’ll help to keep that excitement alive, build relationships, and facilitate training opportunities. The primary focus of this position will be implementing baseline, winter road salt, and freshwater mussel monitoring programs. However, the coordinator will help facilitate other volunteer-based programs and projects, as needed.

Your work is an important piece of our organization and is part of something much bigger. Ultimately, the data our team and volunteers collect provides science-based evidence for policymakers and land management choices.

Responsibilities

• Train, coordinate, and support water quality community scientists
• Support volunteer monitors through phone, email, and in-person communications
• Track and maintain all monitoring information using Excel, Salesforce, and the WI Department of Natural Resources’ SWIMS platforms
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute water quality monitoring equipment
• Coordinate and perform site visit checks with volunteers
• Help and support volunteers input data into the appropriate databases
• Create and share monitoring reports for volunteers
• Collect water quality data throughout the Milwaukee River Basin
• Assist the Volunteer Coordinator in volunteer recognition and appreciation programs
• Manage water quality interns as necessary
• Work with our Science & Restoration Manager to streamline existing monitoring programs
• Assist with special projects, including freshwater mussel monitoring and the Meijer robot project

Milwaukee Riverkeeper employees need to be flexible and may be asked to take on additional duties based on the organization’s needs and the staff member’s skill and abilities. Milwaukee Riverkeeper reserves the right to revise this job description, as needed.

Qualifications

The successful candidate may have the following qualifications:

• Associate degree or higher preferred, or equivalent experience
• Excellent written and verbal skills, experience working with volunteers is a plus
• Passion for science communication
• Ability to resolve routine problems and work independently
• Ability to prioritize work according to the organization’s needs
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of basic software including Microsoft and Google products
• Commitment to the environment
• Valid driver’s license

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times, including moving equipment
• Fieldwork to include wading in rivers and streams with uneven and rocky bottoms in a variety of weather conditions

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Our rivers flow through, and unite, a diverse myriad of communities. Milwaukee Riverkeeper is committed to working towards equity and inclusion in all we do to protect, restore, connect with, and advocate for our waterways. Diversity, equity, and inclusion strengthen our organization's ability to advance environmental justice and we believe that all people should see themselves reflected in our work. Milwaukee Riverkeeper is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age or veteran status and hires in accordance with state and federal law.

Position Timeline

An estimated 15 hours per week, June - August 2026.

To Apply

Applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Submit your resume and a cover letter, including a short description of why you are interested in this position and why you think you’d be a great fit for Milwaukee Riverkeeper, to jobs@milwaukeeriverkeeper.org

For more information about Milwaukee Riverkeeper, visit www.milwaukeeriverkeeper.org.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $7,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Milwaukee, WI 53204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milwaukee, WI 53204

Salary : $7,500