Massachusetts Water Quality Monitoring Assistant
Part-time/seasonal position (0.6 FTE)
Start Date: late April (preferred)/mid May (required)
End Date: early September (required) /end of October (preferred)
Office Location: Greenfield MA
Health Benefit Eligible: No
Retirement Benefit Eligible: Yes
Supervisor: Water Quality Program Manager
Position classification: Seasonal
Pay Range: $20/hr
Position Description
Seasonal assistant to the Water Quality Program Manager for the Connecticut River Conservancy water quality monitoring programs taking place in Massachusetts. Assistant will coordinate the weekly volunteer bacteria monitoring program. Bacteria sampling occurs on Thursday mornings. Assistant will also be lead sampler for cyanobacteria monitoring program. Assistant may also help with additional lab work on Wednesdays.
Field and lab work will be in person, other work can be done remotely or at the Greenfield office. This position requires access to a car and mileage accrued while working will be reimbursed at the IRS rate.
Primary Responsibilities:
The Massachusetts Seasonal Water Quality Assistant will be responsible for coordinating the bacteria monitoring program which includes:
Preparing and providing supplies to volunteers
Communicating weekly with volunteers via email to keep program on track
Collecting samples (training provided)
Picking up samples and transporting to the lab
Verifying completeness of field sheets and maintaining chain of custody
Assisting with lab analysis (training provided)
Input and management of field and laboratory data
Additional responsibilities for cyanobacteria monitoring include:
Scheduling and conducting biweekly monitoring trips
Collecting data used handheld meter (training provided) from provided canoe/kayak
Transporting canoe/kayak between sampling locations
Entering data in database and support mapping initiatives.
Qualifications
CRC is an equal opportunity employer. We understand that many folks who may be impacted by biased hiring standards, such as women, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC applicants, may only apply if they meet every requirement listed in a job posting. If you are interested in this opportunity and believe you meet most of the job requirements, we encourage you to apply.
Required Skills:
Experience with basic lab and field procedures
Attention to detail and good organizational skills
Ability to follow complex written procedures
Experience coordinating volunteers or teaching
Comfort sampling from a kayak or canoe
Comfort using email, Microsoft Teams, Excel and web database applications
Location:
Greenfield, MA
Salary and benefits:
$20/hr
Application instructions:
To apply for the position, use the form below and include a resume and cover letter (as one combined PDF). Please use your cover letter to briefly describe how your qualifications and experience make you a good fit for this role.
Interviews will likely be conducted in the first week of April.
Deadline to apply:
March 21, 2025
Overview of the organization:
The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) restores and advocates for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities to support a diverse and thriving watershed. CRC has been a steward of the Connecticut River and tributary streams since 1952. Their programs include advocacy, aquatic invasive species management, dam removal, habitat restoration, migratory fish surveys, recreation, trash cleanups, and water quality monitoring. Together through community engagement and education, they’re dedicated to ensuring equitable access and healthy rivers for all.
Our organizational values are centered around: Inclusion, Collaboration, Resilience, and Stewardship