About this role
Be part of a team dedicated to understanding and protecting surface water ecosystems across the province. An employee in this temporary student position will function as a Technical Assistant. This position undertakes activities in support of surface water quality monitoring projects potentially including Lake Diefenbaker, the QuAppelle Watershed, recreational lakes, the North and South Saskatchewan rivers, and streams throughout south-central Saskatchewan. Duties and responsibilities may include (not limited to): Preparing for field activities and organizing and maintaining equipment.
Collecting water samples in accordance with accepted scientific water quality monitoring procedures and protocols. Managing water quality data collected manually or electronically in accordance with established procedures. Identifying and reporting data discrepancies to ensure accuracy. Working safely and participating in workplace safety programs.
Qualifications and Requirements
The ideal candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary institute in the discipline of Biology, Natural Resource Management, or similar programs. There is a particular interest in drawing current students with training or experience in aquatic ecology or environmental engineering. Work may require considerable travel, an irregular work schedule and, on occasion, extended absences from headquarters. Travel, sustenance, and accommodation costs will be provided when required to work away from headquarters. This role is subject to satisfactory criminal record check. To learn more about Water Security Agency and the meaningful work we do, visit wsask.ca.