Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance Tech

Position: Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance Tech I
Position Summary The Environmental Monitoring and Surveillance Technician will provide technical and administrative support to the Environmental Protections Division in the implementation of environmental monitoring programs for the Catawba Nation. This will include sample collection, processing and data management in the areas of ambient air quality (equipment operation), indoor air quality, stream and water quality, and soil quality. Staff must have a desire to protect tribal lands and resources, be self-motivated and goal driven to achieve advanced technical education and training in the environmental field.

Essential Functions An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

Assist with ambient air quality monitoring (regulatory and non-regulatory) capabilities and participating in regional air quality regulatory program management.

Assist with the certified drinking water laboratory duties for bacteriological testing (Total Coliform and

E. coli. (Method 9223) for drinking water.

Perform laboratory testing of surface and drinking water samples in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act and CIN Water Lab SOPs and QAPPAssist with management of lab inventory and records for compliance with federal and state certifications

Adhere to lab safety and training compliance requirements

Perform field and laboratory equipment calibrations, maintenance, and record keeping

Prepare technical reports as requested

Operate and maintain environmental testing equipment

Assist with the development and revision of SOPs and policies for environmental monitoring and surveillance programs

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and required certifications.

Prepare technical reports and data interpretation for environmental inspections and testing services provided within the Catawba Nation Collect samples of various environmental media as needed for assessments including soil, air, and water

Design educational material for the community when needed

Review and input data collected through air and water quality monitoring to respective online databases

Assist in environmental home health and utilities as needed

Participate in public educational initiatives and engagements as opportunities arise

Complete other environmental monitoring duties and responsibilities as assigned by leadership

Maintain laboratory inventory, quality control logs, and compliance documentation for federal and state certifications.

This position description is not an exhaustive listing of the expectations associated with the role and additional tasks may be assigned as needed by management. Changes to this document may only be made by a member of the Human Resources team. Catawba Indian Nation reserves the right to amend this job description.

Catawba Indian Nation exercises INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Tribal Government Positions Native American (Indian) preference applies to this position pursuant to the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5301 et seq.; the Indian Reorganization Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5116; and other applicable federal and tribal laws, consistent with the sovereign authority of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Gaming Commission Positions Native American (Indian) preference applies to this position pursuant to the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, 25 U.S.C. § 2701 et seq.; applicable regulations of the National Indian Gaming Commission at 25 CFR Chapter III; the Indian Reorganization Act, 25 U.S.C. § 5116; and other applicable federal and tribal laws, consistent with the sovereign authority of the Catawba Indian Nation.

Background checks and drug screening are requirements for employment.

Qualifications

Experience:

HS Diploma/ associate’s degree in…