5 water quality jobs found

Spend your summer by the lake! Join the efforts of NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) to prevent the spread of harmful and destructive invasive species, working to ensure a healthy and clean environment for wildlife and recreationalists. We’re seeking multiple seasonal boat launch stewards to deliver interpretive invasive species spread prevention messages to boaters on Lake Champlain during the summer of 2026 and to inspect and decontaminate watercraft. As a boat launch steward, you will be trained to: •    Greet visitors to Lake Champlain and share aquatic invasive species information. •    Record lake-user information on mobile tablets. •    Collect and identify aquatic organisms. •    Inspect watercraft, trailers, and recreational equipment for aquatic organisms. •    Conduct hot water high pressure decontaminations as needed. Successful candidates will be organized, have excellent public communication skills, have experience with data collection, and have...

Details: Open Period: Open on a rolling basis. Hours per week: 35 – 40  Location: Mile 27. 5 Hummingbird Highway, Stann Creek District. Belize, C.A. Experience required: none Description: The Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society, located in the Maya Mountains of Belize, currently has 3 apprenticeship spots open for our Fall 2024 Tropical Agriculture Techniques Internship Program. The T.R.E.E.S Farm has been established as a Farm-to-Table organic operation and regenerative agriculture demonstration farm. Its primary purpose is to serve the original needs of the NGO’s operations which are wildlife conservation through research and education. This is accomplished through the layout of the farm which provides extensive wildlife habitat and foraging opportunities, increasing the local faunal biodiversity as well as acting as an educational demonstration to local subsistence farmers and visiting students.  Interns will learn by assisting in...

NEIWPCC and the Lake Champlain Basin Program (LCBP) are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Spring Education & Outreach Steward to support public engagement around Lake Champlain. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental education, outreach, and communications while working with a dynamic team dedicated to protecting the Lake Champlain watershed. Position Overview The Steward will assist LCBP’s Education & Outreach team with a wide range of projects, including: Staffing community events across Vermont, New York, and possibly Québec. Transporting, setting up, and managing outreach exhibits and activities. Providing staff coverage at the Colleen Hickey Lake Champlain Resource Room at the ECHO, Leahy Center for Lake Champlain. Engaging learners of all ages in watershed education. Assisting with meetings, preparing outreach materials, and contributing to social media content. Schedule, Location & Pay Approximately...