POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION:assistant inland technician
LOCATION:Biological Services Department
Bay Mills Indian Community
Brimley, Michigan
WAGE:$10.50/hrSTATUS: Non-Exempt
TERM:40 hours/week; 16 weeks duration
April 2018 – August 2018; starting and end dates can be a bit flexible
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Inland Biology program completes work activities designed to monitor, protect, and restore inland fish and wildlife resources within the 1836 Ceded Territory. The Assistant Inland Technician will be responsible for assisting inland biology staff with field data collection, some data analysis, biological sample identification, data entry, educational programs, and maintenance or repair of equipment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist with assessments and field data collection of fish and wildlife
- Collection of chemical, physical, and biological water quality samples from lakes and streams
- Sample processing and identification of biological samples in the field and lab
- Data entry, analysis, and management
- Assist witheducation and outreach programs
- Attend mandatory meetings and trainings
- Preparing and loading equipment and gear necessary for fieldwork
- Assist with equipment and gear inventories and maintenance or repair of equipment
- Other duties may be assigned within the scope and complexity of this position’s essential functions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position will require working during adverse weather conditions. Fieldwork and/or office duties may require the employee to begin early in the morning, work late into the evenings, and travel long distances. Heavy lifting (>50 pounds) may be required, and the employee should be in good physical condition.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Successful completion of some college courses in a biology related field
- Educational background including ichthyology, mammalogy, ornithology, botany preferred
- Knowledge of field identification of fish, wildlife, and plants
- Experience sampling for and measurement of aquatic chemical and physical parameters
- Knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem processes
- Good technical writing and oral communication skills
- Experience with Microsoft Office programs
- Must have an excellent past work record as demonstrated from reports from past employment references
- Must have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and be insurable to drive company vehicles
- To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each function listed under the essential functions and physical requirements categories of this positiondescription
PREFERENCE:Preference will be given to those individuals of Native Americandescent.
CLOSING DATE: February 16, 2018 at 4:30 PM
APPLY TO: Please submit resume and referencesand letter of application to:
Heather Lyons, Recruiter
Bay Mills Human Resources Department
12124 W. Lakeshore Drive
Brimley, MI 49715
Subject: Assistant Inland Technician