Environmental Specialist
Qualifications for Environmental Specialist (PHC3-3A):
Education or Equivalency Required
A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecological/aquatic sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
· Minimum of 1 year of experience with water quality monitoring techniques, fisheries sampling, and macroinvertebrate sampling.
· Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
· Master's degree in fisheries biology, ecology, environmental science, or other aquatic science.
Desirable Qualifications
· Taxonomic skills for macroinvertebrates and/or fish.
Qualifications for Environmental Analyst (PHC2-2A):
Education or Equivalency Required
A bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, ecological/aquatic sciences, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Required Qualifications
· Microsoft Office proficiency.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Possession of a valid state or commercial driver's license, and the ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards.
Highly Desirable Qualifications
· Taxonomy experience for fish and macroinvertebrates.
Desirable Qualifications
· Experience with water quality monitoring.
Position and Application Details and Instructions:
Include your driver’s license information as a certification under the license and certifications section.
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
· Cover Letter
· Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check, credential/education verification and verification of a valid state or commercial driver’s license, and ability to meet University Fleet Safety Standards. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
