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Washington State Department of Ecology · 16 hours ago

European Green Crab Research Assistant (Environmental Technician)

Mount Vernon, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

The Washington State Department of Ecology is hiring a European Green Crab Research Assistant (Environmental Technician) within the Shorelands & Environmental Assistance Program. This role involves conducting research and control of the invasive European Green Crab, assisting with marine sampling, data analysis, and reporting to inform management decisions.

Environmental EngineeringNatural ResourcesWaste ManagementWater

Culture & Values

No H1B

Responsibilities

Field Research & Sampling: You will assist professional staff in collecting marine field samples and perform laboratory analyses on water quality, zooplankton, and EGC specimens

Invasive Species Control: You will support marine ecological monitoring and take an active role in the trapping and removal of invasive European green crabs

Data Analysis & Evaluation: You will collect and track environmental data, interpreting your findings to help create reports and public educational materials

Reporting & Communication: You will synthesize data and prepare formal reports for project partners, clients, and the public audiences

Qualification

Laboratory proceduresField researchData analysisEnvironmental scienceMicroscopySmall boat operationOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkAdaptability

Required

Two years of technical or research experience at an environmental agency, office, or similar organization

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent

College-level course work in environmental, physical or natural sciences, or closely related field may be substituted, year for year, for the required experience

Experience conducting laboratory procedures using technical equipment

Experience conducting research or monitoring studies

Ability to search, read, and synthesize scientific literature

Knowledge of safety and operation of small boats

Preferred

Professional or academic experience conducting field work and laboratory methods related to water quality, estuarine ecology, restoration ecology, oceanography, or other relevant biological or natural resource science field

Excellent organizational skills, including ability to successfully plan and organize complex field or laboratory work efforts

Ability to work with a variety of people and personalities

Ability to work successfully in outdoor field environments in challenging weather and terrain conditions

Experience working on motorized watercraft

Experience with microscopy in a research or professional setting