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Arkansas Department of Workforce Services Aquatics Connectivity Research Technician in CONWAY, Arkansas

This job was posted by https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.arjoblink.arkansas.gov/jobs/4182446

Aquatics Connectivity Research Technician

Position Summary

We are hiring four full-time employees to join a vibrant and engaging research laboratory (https://sites.google.com/a/uca.edu/adams-fish-ecology-lab) to assess and inventory barriers to aquatic organism passage on streams identified as Conservation Opportunity Areas in Arkansas. Positions will start in January 2024 and have the potential to extend until October 2025. These watersheds represent some of our more beautiful waterways in Arkansas and include the Illinois, Kings, War Eagle, Strawberry, Eleven Point, Spring, Ouachita, and Caddo watersheds. Teams will travel to sites and conduct barrier assessments using the SARP (Southeastern Aquatic Resource Partnership) protocol.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Research technicians will be responsible for coordinating and executing fieldwork, working directly with state agencies, and completing data analysis. These positions will require time in the field and most weeks will require 2-3 nights in hotels. Coordination with other crew members and supervisors is critical.

Skills Considered Essential for Success

-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.\ -Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.\ -Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.\ -Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.\ -Ability to make sound judgments.\ -Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.\ -Civility in all interactions.\ -Demonstrate effective follow-up.

Required Education and/or Experience

Minimum requirements:

-BS in Biology, Environmental Science, or related field

-Must be able to drive a 4-wheel drive truck

-Must have a valid US Drivers License at time of application

-Ability to work with the public and with private landowners

-Ability to travel 3-4 days/week throughout the year

-Data management and visualization skills (e.g., Excel)

-Ability to work as part of a team

-Ability to work in a variety of field conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.)

-Ability to swim

Preferred Education and/or Experience

-Applicants with some GIS experience preferred

Background Check Statement

This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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