What are the responsibilities and job description for the LTE Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Technician position at Golden Sands RC&D?
Application Deadline: Accepting applications until filled
Position Location: This position will be based out of the Golden Sands RC&D office at 1100 Main St, Suite 150, Stevens Point, WI.
Employment Term: End of May through Labor Day
Compensation: $15-$17.50 per hour commensurate with experience.
Work Schedule: Up to 300 hours for the season
Position Description: Golden Sands Resource Conservation & Development Council, Inc. (GS RC&D) is seeking a highly motivated limited-term AIS Technician for the summer of 2025. This position will assist Golden Sands RC&D’s AIS Team to promote healthy waters in Central Wisconsin. Golden Sands RC&D has been working for decades to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by monitoring and documenting populations and increasing awareness through outreach and education activities. As more is learned about the distribution of aquatic invasive species in Central Wisconsin, focused attention is needed on early detection, and preventing the spread of new aquatic invasive species, educating the public on monitoring, identification, and removal methods.
Travel: Required and must have reliable transportation. This position provides assistance in multiple counties across Golden Sands RC&D’s service area. Mileage is reimbursable at the IRS federal rate.
Duties:
- Monitoring and recording aquatic invasive species
- Assisting with aquatic plant surveys and purple loosestrife biocontrol
- Work with volunteers on invasive species identification and removal techniques
- Inventorying, handling and managing equipment
- Collecting Data
- Providing detailed activity reports
Desired Skills:
- Motivated
- Detail oriented
- Independent
- Team player
- Strong communicator
- Comfortable working outdoors
- Comfortable working in and around water (shoreline and watercraft)
Application Requirement: To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to info@goldensandsrcd.org with a subject line “LTE AIS Technician Application”.
Contact Jennifer Glad at 715-343-6215 Ext. 701 or jennifer.glad@goldensandsrcd.org if you have any questions.
Job Types: Part-time, Temporary
Pay: $15.00 - $17.50 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 21 per week
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18