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Idaho Division of Human Resources LAKE MANAGEMENT PLAN TECHNICIAN in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
LAKE MANAGEMENT PLAN TECHNICIAN
Posting Begin Date: 2024/06/28
Posting End Date: 2024/07/12
Category: Environmental Services
Sub Category: Natural Resources
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Coeur d'Alene, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 19.83
Maximum Salary: 21.91
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
State of Idaho Opportunity
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM Mountain Time on the posting end date.
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This classified position is expected to be of limited duration due to the funding of the position and is designated as a limited-service position.
Position:
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is hiring a Lake Management Technician, Technician 2 for the Coeur d’Alene Regional Office.
Salary Range: $19.83 - $21.91
Responsibilities :
· Office duties:
Develop sampling plans for field activities.
Plan and prepare for field activities, including chains of custody and bottle labels.
Enter and manage Coeur d'Alene Lake monitoring program data in data management software.
Maintain sampling equipment and calibration records.
· Field duties:
Collect water chemistry samples and in-situ data from Coeur d’Alene Lake following approved quality assurance project plan (QAPP) protocol.
Perform aquatic vegetation surveys in Coeur d’Alene Lake.
Load, unload, and operate field equipment, including power boats.
Perform minor repairs on field equipment.
Conduct field monitoring and download data for Coeur d’Alene Lake tributaries.
Assist Air Quality Division staff in weather station maintenance and calibration.
Support special study and total maximum daily load data collection needs.
Monitoring site selection and complaint investigations.
Other duties as assigned.
· Laboratory duties:
Prepare field equipment following approved QAPP protocol.
Prepare sampling containers for sampling events.
Calibrate and maintain field and lab equipment using standard operating procedure guides and manufacturer specifications.
Download field data from electronic instrumentation.
Inventory and order lab and field supplies.
Process samples and submit to labs.
· Education and outreach duties:
Plan activities for The Confluence Project , Panhandle Stormwater and Erosion Education Program, Lakeshore Assessment System, and other programs.
Implement education and outreach programs.
Participate in workshops, outreach booths, local school events, and other outreach events.
Investigate and respond to complaints related to water quality in the Coeur d’Alene Basin.
Minimum Qualifications:
Some knowledge of scientific methods.
Experience: conducting basic multi-media sampling, monitoring and research; using spreadsheet and word processing software; compiling and collecting data and using computer software to enter data and develop reports, charts or maps.
Desired Specialty Minimum Qualification
Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of a motorized boat
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit and work on a computer for 2-4 hours at a time.
• Ability to bend and reach for filing purposes.
• Some periods of heavy reading and typing are required.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds when working with file boxes.
• Ability to climb ladders, staircases, work on uneven terrain.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds over rough terrain.
• Ability to work in adverse or inclement weather.
• Ability to work in extreme hot or cold temperatures both outside and inside.
• Ability to work on elevated instrument platforms, ladders, etc.
• Field sites may involve working near and with drilling rigs, backhoes, trucks and other large equipment in rough terrain.
• Must be able to swim and perform field monitoring work without on-site assistance or supervision
• May work in the vicinity of loud noise.
• May come into contact with hazardous waste/materials.
Other Requirements:
· Valid driver’s license
· Occasional travel required
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.
EEO/ADA/Veteran:The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
About Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):DEQ is a state department created by the Idaho Environmental Protection and Health Act to ensure clean air, water, and land in the state and protect Idaho citizens from the adverse health impacts of pollution. As a regulatory agency, DEQ enforces various state environmental regulations and administers a number of federal environmental protection laws including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The agency is committed to working in partnership with local communities, businesses, and citizens to identify and implement cost-effective environmental solutions.
The Department of Environmental Quality may conduct verification of the information provided in your application, including validation of driver's license status, education, employment, and criminal history. Omission and/or falsification of information provided in your application will result in your removal from consideration for employment, appointment, or promotion.
To protect human health and the quality of
Idaho's air, land, and water.
www.deq.idaho.gov
If you have questions, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (208) 373-0333