Employment
If you are interested in a position not currently listed, you may send your resume by email to office@rwmwd.org or by regular mail: 2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117 . We will keep it on file for one year and consider you if openings become available during that period.
If you are interested in a position not currently listed, you may send your resume by email to office@rwmwd.org or by regular mail: 2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117 . We will keep it on file for one year and consider you if openings become available during that period.
Thank you for your interest in working with us!
The RWMWD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, familial status, or disability in employment or the provision of services.
The RWMWD does not discriminate on the basis of disability status in the admission or access to or treatment of or employment in, its programs or activities. It is the policy of the RWMWD to provide reasonable accommodations to known physical and mental limitations of qualified applicants and employees in order to perform the essential functions of the job in question.
The RWMWD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.
Natural Resources Intern
Natural Resources Intern
HOURS: Natural Resources interns are needed from mid-April (or as soon thereafter as possible) through late August (with option to work later into the fall).
Initial spring work hours are flexible, but must be full-time (40 hours per week, Monday through Friday) during the summer months. Workday is 7:30am – 4pm.
SALARY: $18.00 per hour
APPLICATION: Send resume by email to joe.tillotson@rwmwd.org or by mail to Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District 2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117, by March 8th, 2024.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
- Restoration Ecology: (80%) The intern will be involved in seeding, planting and weed control in natural and created wetlands, uplands and shoreland areas. Throughout the growing season over twenty sites will be maintained. This includes plant management by hand weeding, herbicide application, mechanical methods, watering, and the evaluation of plant establishment. The intern will occasionally work with students and others on planting and maintenance projects.
- Carp Management and Biological Monitoring: (15%) The intern will assist with the implementation of carp management techniques, including netting and removal, with occasional weekend duties (1-2 hours). The intern will also assist in the collection of biological and physical/chemical data in selected District restorations, wetlands, and lakes.
- Education and Administrative Tasks: (5%) The intern will have opportunities to shadow other District programs and opportunities to educate students and the general public about restoration ecology and carp management. The intern will be responsible for daily record keeping and assistance with other administrative tasks as needed.
NECESSARY SKILLS:
- Daily field work in a group or alone managing invasive plants, possibly under extreme conditions (e.g., cold, rain and heat)
- Ability to identify common upland and wetland plant species
- Work well in a team setting and be able to effectively communicate restoration ecology and natural resources management concepts to the public
- Monitor and collect plant specimens in the field and process data in the office
- Be diligent in the collection of data and be precise in record keeping
- Must be willing to use own vehicle periodically; the District will pay for mileage
Requires frequent lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds and walking in rough terrain. Individual must provide their own field clothing, rain gear, boots, etc.
Inspector Intern
Inspector Intern
HOURS: An intern is needed from April 15, 2024, (or as soon thereafter as possible) through approximately November 8, 2024.
Initial work hours are flexible, but must be full-time (40 hours per week) during June-August. The intern will be expected to report to the office most days, with flexibility to work from home on occasion as approved. Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm
SALARY: $18/hour
APPLICATION: Send resume in PDF format by email to mary.fitzgerald@rwmwd.org
Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District is seeking a full-time Inspector Intern to join our staff in preserving and improving water resources and related ecosystems in eastern Ramsey County and western Washington County, Minnesota. As an intern, you will gain hands-on field experience in the natural resources and stormwater management realm, with many learning and networking opportunities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Primary duty will be to assist District Permit Staff in the inspections of construction sites and stormwater best management practices (BMPs). The intern will be involved in inspections during and post construction to ensure compliance and enforce District requirements. The intern will write inspection reports, and communicate findings to contractors and BMP owners. Work activities will include outside field work for inspections and office work such as report writing, record keeping duties, database management, and other duties as needed. The intern will also have opportunities to assist other departments (Natural Resources, Water Quality, Communications, Stewardship Grant, Education) with various field work and office tasks.
NECESSARY SKILLS:
- Students with some civil/geological engineering, soils, natural resources management and/or environmental studies experience preferred.
- Work well independently and take initiative to complete tasks. Be able to communicate effectively. Interact with contractors, homeowners, businesses, churches, schools, and other municipalities.
- Be diligent in the collection of inspection data, report writing and record keeping.
- District vehicles are available and shared but you may need to use your own vehicle on occasion. Mileage will be reimbursed at the federal rate.
- Must be comfortable working in various field conditions. Job requires occasional walking in rough terrain. Job requires inspecting construction sites and BMPs on private and public property.
- Job requires working in all weather conditions (cold, rain, and heat). Individual will be responsible for providing most of their own field clothing, rain gear, boots, etc. The District will provide composite-toe boots and PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, work gloves, ear protection, etc.) as needed.
- Must have proficiency in the use of Microsoft Outlook, and ability to quickly learn new databases and software.
Water Quality Monitoring Intern
Water Quality Monitoring Intern
JOB: An intern is needed from early April (or as soon thereafter as possible) through the end
of September.
HOURS: Initial work hours are flexible, but must be full-time (40 hours per week) during the summer months. Typical work hours are 8am to 4:30pm.
SALARY: $18.00 per hour.
APPLICATION: Last day to apply is March 8ᵗʰ, 2024.
Send resume materials by email to lyndsey.flaten@rwmwd.org or by mail to the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District 2665 Noel Drive, Little Canada, MN 55117.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Assist the Water Quality Monitoring Coordinator and Technicians with:
1. Routine lake and pond water quality monitoring.
2. Water quality sampling including storm composites and manual grabs.
3. Site and equipment maintenance.
4. Collection of monitoring data from remote instruments.
5. Stream flow measurements.
6. Other special projects as directed.
7. Job shadowing other District departments including education, natural resources, and permitting.
NECESSARY SKILLS:
1. Able to work outdoors, possibly under extreme conditions (cold, rain, and heat).
2. Work well both individually and in a team environment.
3. Be diligent in the collection of monitoring data.
4. Requires frequent lifting of items weighing up to 50 pounds and walking in rough terrain.
Individual must provide their own outdoor work clothing, rain gear, boots, etc.
5. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
6. Familiarity with trailering and transport of motor boats and canoes.