Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Closes: 4/25/2024

Water Resources Technician

Reports to: Water Quality Specialist

Salary (Grade): $24.53/hour

Status: Regular Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Location:Environmental Protection Department, Winnebago, NE 68071

Job Purpose and Position Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating and implementing the work activities as described in the Gulf Hypoxia Project Work plan and provide direct assistance to the Water Quality Specialist in the implementation of surface water quality monitoring activities.

Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain communication with various federal, state, and local agencies.
Establish and maintain communication with agricultural community.
Conduct public meetings and community outreach activities.
Establish monitoring location, conduct surface water sampling according to the procedures described by the Tribe, enter data into tribal and national databases.
Prepare quarterly and final progress reports and surface water quality assessment reports.
Leverage continuing funding.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in Science in a related field OR an associate degree PLUS 2 years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have excellent verbal and written communication; ability to write technical reports, training, and marketing materials.
Must be able to work and accomplish work plan activities in an independent and timely manner with minimal supervision;
Will be required to travel extensively for training, conferences, and workshops.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office with emphasis in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to pass drug screen and background checks.
Must have a valid Driver’s license and be insurable.
Grants experience and proposal development a plus.
Knowledge in the environmental protection area a plus.
Experience with developing and following Standard Operating Procedures and Quality Assurance Project Plans a plus.

Training Requirements:

Participation in opportunities to include but not limited to water monitoring techniques, water quality management, water quality assessment, and communication, education, and outreach techniques.

Physical Requirements:

Normal office work but must be able to occasionally lift and carry 40- 50 pounds.
Regularly required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, phone, and various office equipment.
While performing daily duties, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
Ability to work outside in weather extremes when relevant.
Must have the ability to travel via car or plane.

WMental Requirements:

Reading, writing, calculating.
Above average social interaction skills
Reasoning/Analysis
Works with minimal to no supervision

Language Requirements:

Must possess the ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
Must be able to employ professional verbal and written communications skills continually and effectively.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit an application at www.winnebagotribe.com, a resume, cover letter, and two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Applications submitted after the closing date or without proper documents will not be considered.
If claiming Native American or Veteran preference, please include pertinent documentation.
Call Human Resources at 402-878-2272 for further information.

As provided by Federal Law, all qualified Native American applicants shall receive preference over Non-Native American applicants. In the absence of qualified Native American applicants, consideration will be given to all other applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.

Compensation: $24.53 per hour