Position Information: Aquatic Biologist I Wachusett Reservoir-DWSP: 4/6/25-10/18/25 (29 Weeks)@37.5hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m-4:00p.m--1 opening(s) Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position. Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.   *Who We Are:* The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition. *Who We Are as an Employer:* At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents. The Department of Conservation and Recreation’s mission is to protect, promote and enhance our commonwealth of natural, cultural and recreational resources for the wellbeing of all. The DCR is steward to one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation which includes more than 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, skating rinks, trails, golf courses and parkways. DCR strives to be an exemplary leader in conservation and recreation. DCR’s staff is passionate, dedicated, and continuously employs best practices that are informed by expertise, and creates a sense of place through carrying out the mission. . *_Job Opening_**:* The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for the position of Seasonal Aquatic Biologist I. Duties:  Under the direction of the Environmental Quality Group supervisor or designees, the successful applicant willassistwiththe aquatic biology program at Wachusett Reservoir, which conducts environmental monitoring of the public water supply, by collecting and analyzing data on plankton, nutrients, water column profiles, macrophytes, fish, and other aquatic life. The successful applicant will: * Participate in field surveys of Wachusett Reservoir by using water quality probes, obtaining water quality and phytoplankton samples, and processing biological samples.   * Assistwith identification of phytoplankton and zooplankton. * Participate in invasive aquatic plant management activitiesincludingsurveyingfor invasive plants, mapping invasive plant beds, and recording plant species occurrence in the Wachusett Reservoir and watershed ponds. * Participate in the sampling of macroinvertebrate populations and their habitat for the purpose of assessing potential impacts to drinking water quality.   * Assistwith maintenance and calibration of various water quality sampling equipment. * Assistwith monitoring and developing tools to use remote sensing data (e.g.satellite imagery to detect cyanobacteria). * Assistin compiling and entering environmental monitoring data into electronic databases using applications including R/R-Studio, Excel, ArcGIS Pro, and ArcGIS Online. * Assistwith data analysisin preparation forreports on monitoring studies. * Perform other related duties asrequired. * Willingness to perform field tasks in various natural landscapes and in potentially inclement weather is essential.While notrequired, small boat operation and canoe paddling experience isadvantageousas is identification of freshwater aquatic macrophytes, zooplankton, and cyanobacteria.  *This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.* MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional, para-professional or technical experience in marine biology or fisheries management work, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A Bachelor’s or higher degree with a major in marine, fisheries, or wildlife biology; fisheries or wildlife management, marine science or oceanography may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of two years of education for one year of experience.* *Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's license. *An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.* ** The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role **Job:** **Science* **Organization:** **Department of Conservation & Recreation* **Title:** *Summer25 Seasonal Aquatic Biologist I - Wachusett* **Location:** *Massachusetts-West Boylston-180 Beaman St* **Requisition ID:** *250000QN*