Interns (up to 2) will assist in implementing mussel surveys and monitoring in selected streams, rivers and lakes in Minnesota, to provide dive safety support, assist with laboratory propagation and life history studies, and to assist with data entry resulting from mussel data collection and research as part of the statewide mussel survey, monitoring, and restoration program.
Anticipated work season will last 3-5 months depending on hired intern availability. Work schedule could vary depending on weather and river conditions. Minimum and preferred qualifications are listed in the official posting. Open water SCUBA certification and unrestricted Class D Driver’s License is required
Job ID: 44698
Job Class: Intern
Working Title: Mussel Survey, Propagation and Monitoring Intern
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 03/20/2021
Closing Date: 04/02/2021
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit: Ecological and Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Work Location: Lake City
Travel Required: Statewide intern position, some overnight travel required to accomplish the work efficiently
Salary Range: $15.00/hour
Classified Status: Non-Status
Bargaining Unit/Union: 223 – Non-Employee
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Anticipated Start Date: May 2021
Anticipated End Date: October 2021
Connect 700 Program Eligible: No
TO APPLY:
- Log onto the Minnesota Careers website at https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/
- Select Search for Jobs at bottom and Enter “44698” in the Keywords field.
- Select Mussel Survey, Propagation