The Nature Conservancy · 15 hours ago
River Herring Monitoring Assistant
Providence, RI
Part-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$20/hr - $20/hr
0+ years expThe Nature Conservancy is dedicated to protecting the lands and waters upon which all life depends. The River Herring Monitoring Assistant plays a key role in processing fish monitoring data to support conservation efforts, involving tasks such as data validation, video review, and environmental sample collection.
Environmental ConsultingNatural ResourcesNon ProfitWaterWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Processing and validating anadromous fish monitoring data
Reviewing video monitoring footage using Salmonsoft
Assisting with environmental DNA sample collection
Performing quality control on species counts
Managing HOBO logger datasets
Contributing to synthesizing multi‑year monitoring results
Communicating with partners
Supporting the development of strategies for future statewide monitoring improvements
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED and 6 months of related experience
Experience operating various types of equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Must be able to obtain related licenses or certifications as required. (e.g. Driver's License, First Aid, CPR)
Preferred
Coursework or experience in Biology, Conservation, Environmental Studies, Marine Science, Fisheries, or a related field
Experience with data management, quality control, and/or environmental monitoring
Familiarity with R or other programming languages used in ecological data analysis
Familiarity with Salmonsoft and/or HOBOWare software
Understanding of freshwater or anadromous fish ecology, fish passage, and river systems
Experience with scientific data entry, video review, or lab‑based workflows
Ability to communicate clearly with cross‑disciplinary partners, researchers, and nonprofit groups
Interest in developing professional skills in restoration science, fisheries monitoring, or conservation planning
Multi‑lingual or cross‑cultural experience appreciated
Ability to interact with the public in a friendly, professional manner
Benefits
Health care benefits
Flexible spending accounts
A 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match
Parental leave
Accrued paid time off
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Employee assistance program
Other life and work well-being benefits
Company
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a non-profit conservation organization that works to protect terrestrial, freshwater, and marine ecosystems.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$120.09MKey Investors
Global Affairs CanadaBezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-11-17Grant· $7.94M
2025-10-23Grant
2025-06-09Grant
Leadership Team
Jennifer Morris
Chief Executive Officer
Matt Merrifield
CTO
Recent News
2025-12-03
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