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Description

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.

Department of Conservation and Recreation oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well‑being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy.

Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or contact us ks . DEPT Info

Job Opening:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for an Aquatic Biologist II to perform the following duties:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists with all aspects of the aquatic biology program, which conducts environmental monitoring of a public water supply, by participating in the collection and analysis of data on plankton, nutrients, water column profiles, macrophytes, fish, and other aquatic life. Interacts with MWRA staff to determine timing of algal control treatments and to manage consultant contracts for control of invasive aquatic plants.

Meets with MWRA staff and others regularly to discuss research proposals and to share data. Assists with data acquisition, labels and chain-of-custody forms, and bottle orders from MWRA Deer Island Lab for reservoir sampling. Assists with documentation of environmental conditions in the Wachusett Reservoir for the annual water quality report. Must be able to operate watercraft. This position requires an individual able to work independently and in group situations.

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Collect, identify, enumerate, and report on plankton from Wachusett Reservoir.

Measure hydrographic parameter profiles (temperature, dissolved oxygen, etc.) as needed to characterize the Wachusett Reservoir water column and hydrodynamics of the Quabbin interflow therein. Upload profile results in electronic file formats; analyze and interpret the values.

Participate in five-year cycle of major tasks:
Conduct visual scouting surveys of watershed lakes and ponds (Year

A) and extensive…