State of Oklahoma · 21 hours ago
Water Quality Monitoring - Summer Temp.
Oklahoma County, OK
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$16/hr - $16/hrThe State of Oklahoma is seeking a temporary Water Quality Monitoring position for the summer. The role involves collecting water quality data, samples, and conducting environmental health surveys while assisting with various field investigations and inspections.
CommunitiesConsultingGovernmentHealth CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
Work will include the collection of water quality data using field meters; collection of water samples; collection of benthic macroinvertebrate samples; collection of fish using seines and backpack, pram and boat electrofishing gear; collection of stream habitat data
The successful applicant may also assist with equipment maintenance, sample delivery, data review, and data entry
Conduct routine environmental health surveys and inspections, and prepare reports of findings, and perform follow-up investigations
Assist the public with filling out appropriate forms, and provide technical and routine clerical assistance to Public Health Specialist, Environmental Programs Specialists, and/or Investigators
Qualification
Required
Applicant must submit Resume, Cover Letter, and college transcript
Knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental sanitation
Knowledge of general natural resource principles
Knowledge of basic chemical and biological testing
Knowledge of community environmental problems
Knowledge of state and federal sanitation laws
Ability to keep records
Ability to write reports
Ability to establish effective working relationships with others
Ability to recognize sanitation violations
Ability to perform non-complex laboratory procedures
Applicant must be willing to work in the field and office
Applicant must be able to listen and follow instructions
Work often requires strenuous physical work in extreme weather conditions
Applicant must be willing and able to lift and carry 50 lbs. of equipment for extended distances
Applicant must be able to swim and work safely with others alone or with others
Overnight travel may be necessary
Preferred
24 hours towards the completion of a major or minor in the biological or environmental sciences
No Experience Required But Is Preferred
Benefits
Expenses (hotel) and per diem will be paid for overnight trips.
Company
State of Oklahoma
State of Oklahoma is a government organization that provides community development, education, employment, and health services.
Founded in 1970
10001+ employees
Funding
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Dan Cronin
CIO and Chief Transformation Officer
David Ostrowe
Chief Operational Officer
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