NEOGOV · 4 days ago
Aquatic Biologist 1 (Limited Term)
Dauphin County, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$26.57/hr - $26.57/hrNEOGOV is seeking an Aquatic Biologist 1 to join the Department of Environmental Protection in Pennsylvania. The role involves collecting and analyzing surface water data, maintaining water quality monitoring equipment, and assisting in the creation of water quality reports to support environmental protection efforts.
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Responsibilities
Collecting surface water data in accordance with Pennsylvania's established protocols and assessment techniques, focusing on biological, chemical, physicochemical, and physical parameters
Upkeep of water quality monitoring equipment, the downloading and documentation of field meter readings, and the processing and preservation of water and biological samples for laboratory analysis
Meticulously record field and site observations, ensuring that all relevant locational details, dates, times, and sample-specific comments are accurately noted
Engage in laboratory processing and evaluation of surface water samples, which includes subsampling macroinvertebrate specimens and filtering water samples for subsequent analysis
Data entry for surface water quality metrics will be a critical aspect of your role, along with assisting in the creation of comprehensive water quality reports
Drafting narratives, exporting data, performing statistical analyses, generating GIS maps, compiling data tables, and conducting literature reviews
Maintenance of water quality instruments, vehicles, and watercraft, all while promoting the Department’s mission
Input data in a specified format that adheres to the quality standards outlined by guidance, training, and policy across all of the Department of Environmental Protection’s electronic data systems
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree with a major in a biological science, natural science, environmental science, or natural resource management, including or supplemented by six college credits in freshwater aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, aquatic botany, water pollution biology, entomology, limnology, or closely related aquatic science coursework; or
An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes six college credits in freshwater aquatic biology, aquatic ecology, aquatic botany, water pollution biology, entomology, limnology, or closely related aquatic science coursework
Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits
This position requires possession of a valid motor vehicle license
You must meet the PA residency requirement
You must be able to perform essential job functions
Benefits
Health coverage
Vision
Dental
Wellness programs
Multiple retirement and investment plan options
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Eight weeks of paid parental leave
Military leave
Paid time off for most major U.S. holidays
Flexible work schedules
Work-from-home opportunities
Internal mobility
Professional development
Workplace charitable giving
Employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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