Field Specialist
Core
Collect water samples from streams, reservoirs, and wastewater treatment plants using boats and field equipment to monitor water quality and support public health.
Role type
Field Scientist (Water Ecology)
Builds
Operational water quality data and compliance reports for the NYC Department of Environmental Protection
Domain
Municipal water supply and wastewater management
Required skills
Field sampling, small watercraft piloting, quality control procedures, environmental health & safety compliance, data recording, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Remote/robotic monitoring systems, database management (LIMS/WISKI), Microsoft Office Suite, hand tools operation, environmental monitoring equipment (YSI sondes)
Technologies
LIMS, WISKI, YSI sondes, dataloggers, Microsoft Office Suite
Responsibilities
Perform sample collection and field analyses from boats, operate and maintain field sampling equipment, perform quality control procedures, record field observations and reports, comply with environmental health & safety regulations
Seniority
Mid-level IC (requires Bachelor's + 1 year experience or Master's)