Henry L. Ferguson Museum: FISM Coalition - Now Hiring

Water Quality Monitoring Assistant

  • Job Type: Seasonal - approximately 60 hrs, requires early mornings

  • Salary: stipend expected to be between $1,000 and $1,500

  • Time Period: 1 May - 31 Oct 2024

    Report to: Project Coordinator

  • Location: Fishers Island, NY

  • Deadline: Applications are accepted and evaluated on a rolling basis.

  • The Water Quality Monitoring Assistant will work closely with the FISM Project Coordinator to measure water quality parameters bi-weekly in West Harbor, Fishers Island.

    Responsibilities:

    • Conduct pre- and post-monitoring calibrations

    • Assist in bi-weekly sampling of West Harbor and three macrophyte surveys.

    • Enter/ validate data from collections.

    • Prepare chlorophyll samples for shipment.

  • Required:

    • A personal commitment to conserving and restoring marine and coastal natural resources.

    • Knowledge or interest in water quality monitoring.

    • Ability to work independently

    • Interest in pursuing a career in a related field.

    Desirable:

    • Experience in water quality monitoring protocol

    • Valid Boating License

    • Lifeguard Certification

    • First Aid and CPR Certification.