ECO Magazine
Ocean Career: Puget Sound Restoration Fund Habitat Dive & Field Technician
ECO Magazine, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Ocean Career: Puget Sound Restoration Fund Habitat Dive & Field Technician
Puget Sound Restoration Fund (PSRF) works to restore abundant marine resources and our connections to them through a diverse portfolio of in-the-water projects throughout Puget Sound.The main focus of our restoration is living marine habitat and species, using structure forming species (Olympia oysters, bull kelp) and habitat enhancing species (pinto abalone). Our team of ~20 staff works to advance our mission of designing, testing and spearheading in-water actions to restore Puget Sound’s marine habitats, species, and waters—for people and place.PSRF seeks a Habitat Program Dive and Field Technician to provide core capacity for our Olympia Oyster Restoration and Bull Kelp Recovery Programs. They will have a wide range of responsibilities, supporting both programs to advance habitat recovery program goals, including a future lead role of spearheading the Olympia oyster recruitment project and active involvement in the implementation and monitoring of additional kelp index sites throughout the Puget Sound in the upcoming year through our Eyes on Kelp project. The Dive and Field Technician will work directly with the Habitat team staff to continually develop and implement restoration projects, monitor campaigns, and apply research in the laboratory and field. Field work occurs in various locations across Puget Sound, and involves work on beaches, from small boats, with SCUBA, snorkeling, and additional small watercraft (e.g., stand-up paddle boards). As field activities are scheduled in accordance with tides, the Dive and Field Technician is expected to periodically work odd hours, longer than 8-hr days and during inclement weather. PSRF takes pride in attention to safety, and while most field work is done in teams, occasionally it is done independently, safety permitting. In the non-field season, the Dive and Field Technician will assist with data entry and management, sample processing pertaining specifically to the Olympia oyster recruitment project, and other projects as assigned. PSRF is a team environment, and the Dive and Field Technician will have support from the Habitat Team and other PSRF staff to ensure tasks are completed successfully.Responsibilities
Provide logistical support for intertidal and subtidal fieldwork, including accurate and legible data collection in potentially adverse conditionsParticipate in kelp forest restoration work and scientific surveys via SCUBA, snorkeling, and paddleboarding and small vessel operationParticipate in restoration work and scientific surveys in the intertidal on oyster beaches and mud flatsAbility to work field days that may extend past normal work hours and occasionally during the night due to tides (which may include overnight travel)Comfortability working in a fast-paced environment with shifting field activities and responsibilitiesAssist with collection, preservation and processing of samples (live invertebrates/algae, water samples, sediment cores, etc.)Support environmental instrument management including calibration and quarterly maintenanceAssist in the management, cleaning, and maintenance of gear and equipment prior to and after field days; inventory and source new materials as neededAssist with data management through data collection, entry, quality control, and file maintenanceParticipate in organizational events, community outreach, and collaborate with partnersCurrent or recent AAUS Scientific Diver with experience and comfort using a drysuitAbility to work effectively as part of a close-knit team or independently to accomplish tasksAbility to take initiative in completing tasks and responsibilities to effectively meet deadlinesEffective written and verbal communication skills (with colleagues as well as with partners and the general public)Flexibility and willingness to assist with other projects/activities within the organization and with partners on an as needed basisKnowledge of Puget Sound or other temperate coastal ecosystemsComfortable working in adverse weather conditions, on boats and in marine environments, including ability to walk on uneven terrain for extended periods without accommodationComfortable lifting and carrying 50 lbs without accommodationAbility to record/enter data systematically with a high degree of accuracy and completenessWillingness to learn additional skills as the job requiresMust be at least 21 years oldMust have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to move throughout the greater Puget Sound region, comfortable driving long distances and navigating the ferry system, comfortable driving a work vehicle (pick-up truck) if neededRecommended Qualifications
4 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in the field of ecology, environmental science, marine science, biology, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience showing evidence of ability to perform listed responsibilities)Advanced SCUBA certifications (e.g., Rescue, Divemaster) and/or >150 lifetime logged dives and >12 logged dives in the past year; cold water dive experienceFamiliarity with common environmental and biological survey methodologies in the fieldDemonstrated experience with microscopy, general laboratory equipment and proceduresExperience using common software applications including MS Office and Google Office SuiteExperience with handheld GPS, GIS, ESRI software and spatial data collection in the fieldIn addition, some combination of the following skills will help the technician succeed in this role:Experience with hand and power tools, building or fabricating, especially for the marine environment, including carpentry, rigging, etc.Experience with basic dive gear troubleshooting (e.g., o-ring changes, hose tightening)Experience working with data in R and/or Excel, including generating data summaries and analysis products for talks, reports, and other communicationsExperience using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro for GIS data management and analysis
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Puget Sound Restoration Fund (PSRF) works to restore abundant marine resources and our connections to them through a diverse portfolio of in-the-water projects throughout Puget Sound.The main focus of our restoration is living marine habitat and species, using structure forming species (Olympia oysters, bull kelp) and habitat enhancing species (pinto abalone). Our team of ~20 staff works to advance our mission of designing, testing and spearheading in-water actions to restore Puget Sound’s marine habitats, species, and waters—for people and place.PSRF seeks a Habitat Program Dive and Field Technician to provide core capacity for our Olympia Oyster Restoration and Bull Kelp Recovery Programs. They will have a wide range of responsibilities, supporting both programs to advance habitat recovery program goals, including a future lead role of spearheading the Olympia oyster recruitment project and active involvement in the implementation and monitoring of additional kelp index sites throughout the Puget Sound in the upcoming year through our Eyes on Kelp project. The Dive and Field Technician will work directly with the Habitat team staff to continually develop and implement restoration projects, monitor campaigns, and apply research in the laboratory and field. Field work occurs in various locations across Puget Sound, and involves work on beaches, from small boats, with SCUBA, snorkeling, and additional small watercraft (e.g., stand-up paddle boards). As field activities are scheduled in accordance with tides, the Dive and Field Technician is expected to periodically work odd hours, longer than 8-hr days and during inclement weather. PSRF takes pride in attention to safety, and while most field work is done in teams, occasionally it is done independently, safety permitting. In the non-field season, the Dive and Field Technician will assist with data entry and management, sample processing pertaining specifically to the Olympia oyster recruitment project, and other projects as assigned. PSRF is a team environment, and the Dive and Field Technician will have support from the Habitat Team and other PSRF staff to ensure tasks are completed successfully.Responsibilities
Provide logistical support for intertidal and subtidal fieldwork, including accurate and legible data collection in potentially adverse conditionsParticipate in kelp forest restoration work and scientific surveys via SCUBA, snorkeling, and paddleboarding and small vessel operationParticipate in restoration work and scientific surveys in the intertidal on oyster beaches and mud flatsAbility to work field days that may extend past normal work hours and occasionally during the night due to tides (which may include overnight travel)Comfortability working in a fast-paced environment with shifting field activities and responsibilitiesAssist with collection, preservation and processing of samples (live invertebrates/algae, water samples, sediment cores, etc.)Support environmental instrument management including calibration and quarterly maintenanceAssist in the management, cleaning, and maintenance of gear and equipment prior to and after field days; inventory and source new materials as neededAssist with data management through data collection, entry, quality control, and file maintenanceParticipate in organizational events, community outreach, and collaborate with partnersCurrent or recent AAUS Scientific Diver with experience and comfort using a drysuitAbility to work effectively as part of a close-knit team or independently to accomplish tasksAbility to take initiative in completing tasks and responsibilities to effectively meet deadlinesEffective written and verbal communication skills (with colleagues as well as with partners and the general public)Flexibility and willingness to assist with other projects/activities within the organization and with partners on an as needed basisKnowledge of Puget Sound or other temperate coastal ecosystemsComfortable working in adverse weather conditions, on boats and in marine environments, including ability to walk on uneven terrain for extended periods without accommodationComfortable lifting and carrying 50 lbs without accommodationAbility to record/enter data systematically with a high degree of accuracy and completenessWillingness to learn additional skills as the job requiresMust be at least 21 years oldMust have a valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation to move throughout the greater Puget Sound region, comfortable driving long distances and navigating the ferry system, comfortable driving a work vehicle (pick-up truck) if neededRecommended Qualifications
4 years of experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in the field of ecology, environmental science, marine science, biology, or related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience showing evidence of ability to perform listed responsibilities)Advanced SCUBA certifications (e.g., Rescue, Divemaster) and/or >150 lifetime logged dives and >12 logged dives in the past year; cold water dive experienceFamiliarity with common environmental and biological survey methodologies in the fieldDemonstrated experience with microscopy, general laboratory equipment and proceduresExperience using common software applications including MS Office and Google Office SuiteExperience with handheld GPS, GIS, ESRI software and spatial data collection in the fieldIn addition, some combination of the following skills will help the technician succeed in this role:Experience with hand and power tools, building or fabricating, especially for the marine environment, including carpentry, rigging, etc.Experience with basic dive gear troubleshooting (e.g., o-ring changes, hose tightening)Experience working with data in R and/or Excel, including generating data summaries and analysis products for talks, reports, and other communicationsExperience using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro for GIS data management and analysis
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