The Sac & Fox Tribe of the Mississippi in Iowa is looking to fulfill the position of Environmental Technician, within the Environmental Branch of the Natural Resource Department.

TITLE:  Environmental Technician                              DEPARTMENT:  Natural Resources
CLASSIFICATION:  Non-Exempt

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Assist in the implementation of Tribal Environmental programs and projects.
• Assist in field sampling of Environmental Branch programs: Air
• Conduct/assist in the development of resource assessments and inventories including:
• Maintain and develop related maps and databases for the Environmental Branch.
• Maintain accurate records of work activities, data, and information gathered for Environmental reporting requirements.
• Assist in the development and implementation of research methods and procedures for monitoring environmental components.
• Collect and organize data for monitoring Tribal Natural Resources
• Attend training conferences and meetings as appropriate to assigned responsibilities.
• Assist and develop outreach and education activities
• Assist in maintenance and repairs of department tools, equipment, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associates degree with Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Broad knowledge of the physical and life sciences (e.g., land, soil, water)
• Ability to analyze data and communicate results in oral and written presentations.
• Physical ability to collect field data in all sorts of weather conditions.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Must be dependable, possess initiative, be self-motivated and work independently
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Travel required for training, conferences, and/or meetings.

SUPERVISION:

• Supervised by the Environmental Branch Coordinator.

SALARY LEVEL:

Annual Salary Range: $16 per hour