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Role

Assist with managing Raritan Headwaters Association’s (RHA) Community Well Test and Individual Well Test programs and provide general support for RHA’s Groundwater Science Program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours at RHA’s Flemington office
• Assist Well Test Manager during Community Well Test days, including some evenings and weekends
• Provide excellent customer service for program participants
• Daily coordination of the Well Test Program (Community and Individual), including:
  • assembling test kits
  • keeping a supply of complete basic test kits with paperwork on hand
  • organizing submission of payments
  • answering questions from residents about water quality and well testing
  • communicating with water quality lab and managing transport of samples to the lab
  • mailing results to participants
  • preparing and mailing well test reminders
• Perform data entry and assist Well Test Manager in preparing reports and results to municipal partners
• Organize groundwater quality materials and educational content as needed to support outreach to municipal and community organizations
• Assist in outreach to the Spanish-speaking community
• Participate in other RHA events and meetings on an ad hoc basis

Qualifications

• Preferred working towards a degree or already have completed a bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, environmental policy/science, public health or a related field however other pertinent backgrounds will be considered
• Bilingual (fluent English and Spanish)
• Suitable candidate will be organized, reliable, personable, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Basic understanding of environmental issues
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel

Average 15 hours/week. Reports directly to RHA’s Well Test Manager. Position is based in Flemington, NJ.

How to Apply

Applicants should send cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 professional references by email only to future@raritanheadwaters.org. Include “Well Test Assistant” in the subject line.

About the Position

The intern will assist with the Stream Monitoring Program and gain experience in freshwater science, watershed management, threats to water quality including climate change, tools and approaches to protecting and restoring aquatic resources, and current methods used to assess chemical, physical and biological health of surface water. Intern will actively participate in organizing RHA’s 2021 stream monitoring program, including:

• Prepare for and attend stream monitoring training for beginners on Saturday, May 15th
• Help update descriptions of stream monitoring sites
• Keep track of volunteer site assignments and monitoring schedules
• Coordinate volunteer pick up/drop off of equipment
• Assist with stream monitoring field work during the last three weeks of June
• Quality check data sheets returned; enter data
• Maintain and organize field equipment
• Prepare stream samples for taxonomic identification
• Conduct chemical monitoring at stream sites throughout the watershed
• Analyze samples in RHA’s water quality lab
• Assist with other biological sampling for salamanders

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will be working towards a degree or will have recently completed a degree in biology, ecology, environmental science or a related field. Applicants must be comfortable working outdoors, written and verbal communication skills, be able to work independently, possess excellent organizational skills, and have an understanding and passion for environmental issues facing our region. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Preferred candidates should live within commuting distance of Bedminster, NJ.

Hours: 15-25 hours/week (varies)
Compensation: Paid
Start Date: Mid May
End Date: Mid July (flexible)

How to Apply

EMAIL ONLY. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and contact information for 2 professional references to future@raritanheadwaters.org. Include in the subject line “Stream Monitoring Intern.”

About the Position

The intern will assist with RHA’s Community Well Testing program. This program helps protect the Raritan River region’s ground water resources through water quality monitoring and community outreach. This internship involves the following tasks:

• Assist Well Test Manager during Community Well Test days, including some evenings and weekends
• Assemble water test kits
• Assist in researching and preparing ground water quality educational materials
• Outreach to municipal and community organizations

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will be working towards a degree or will have recently completed a degree in environmental science, environmental health, biology, or a related field. Applicants must be comfortable speaking with residents and have a basic understanding of conservation practices. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel is required. Preferred candidates should be living within commuting distance of Flemington, NJ.

Hours: 10-15 hours/week (varies)
Compensation: Paid
Start Date: Early April
End Date: Mid June (flexible)

How to Apply

EMAIL ONLY. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and contact information for 2 professional references to future@raritanheadwaters.org. Include in the subject line “Well Test Intern.”

About the Position

The Stewardship Intern works closely with RHA’s Land Stewardship Manager on implementing land stewardship projects on RHA’s 10 preserves in Somerset, Hunterdon, and Morris Counties as well as on partner properties throughout the Upper Raritan Region of New Jersey. Projects include ecological restoration of forests, meadows and riparian corridors, maintenance of trails, plant, and wildlife surveys. Position is based in Bedminster, NJ.

• Assist with the implementation of stewardship projects on fee-owned properties and off-site including meadow/grassland maintenance, tree plantings/buffer restoration, green infrastructure projects, invasive control
• Assist with projects beyond RHA properties that may involve local, county, state, private & non-profit partners, and consultants
• Support stewardship volunteer engagement and training
• Assist with Eagle Scout project guidance
• Work with Service-Learning students from local community colleges on projects at various RHA properties

Qualifications

• Preferred candidates should be working towards or already have completed a degree in ecology, natural resources management or a related field of conservation science
• A personal vision for land stewardship goals to ensure water quality, wildlife habitat, aesthetics, and overall ecosystem ealth
• Basic knowledge of ecological processes and plants of the region; knowledge of BMPs regarding invasive species management and restoration targets
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, written & oral communication skills
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Track record of teamwork in planning and implementing projects
• Experience working outdoors doing physically taxing work for hours at a time in all types of weather
• Experience using hand tools
• Valid NJ driver’s license and vehicle to travel to project sites
• Live within commuting distance of Bedminster, NJ

Hours and Duration of Position

Position is part-time, 1-2 days per week (paid), approximately May-September (flexible start and end dates).

How to Apply

EMAIL ONLY. Please e-mail cover letter, resume, and contact information for 2 professional references to future@raritanheadwaters.org. Include in the subject line “Stewardship Intern.”

About the Position

The Raritan Headwaters Association (RHA), a non-profit conservation organization located at Fairview Farm Wildlife Preserve in Gladstone, NJ, is seeking enthusiastic and creative Environmental Educators for the summer of 2021.  The Educators will be responsible for implementing RHA’s summer Nature Day Camp programs for children ages 3-13, under the direction of the Education Director. Lesson prep and orientation will take place in May-June.  The camp is scheduled as for the weeks of June 28 – August 13.

Preference will be given to candidates that can participate in multiple weeks of camp.  RHA will provide assistance with lesson plans and provides all materials.  We encourage candidates to visit our website at www.raritanheadwaters.org to learn about our work, and www.raritanheadwaters.org/naturedaycamp to see more details about our camps.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants will have experience in elementary education, biology, ecology or a related field.  Applicants must enjoy working outdoors (even in inclement weather), have a basic understanding of environmental topics and enjoy working with children.  Preferred candidates should be living within commuting distance of Gladstone, NJ. All educators will be required to submit a background check.

Hours: Most sessions run from 10 to 2. Educators should plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to camp start time for set up and stay 30 minutes after for clean-up.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

How to Apply: EMAIL ONLY: Please e-mail cover letter, resume and two references to Lauren Theis at LTheis@raritanheadwaters.org

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

For more information please email LTheis@raritanheadwaters.org or call 908-234-1852 x314

Hiring for this position is currently on hold.

Raritan Headwaters Association, a nonprofit environmental conservation organization based in Bedminster, NJ, is seeking confident, enthusiastic and motivated candidates to join our Education Team beginning in March 2020.

RHA Educators teach traveling ecology programs for students in elementary and middle school throughout Somerset, Hunterdon and Morris County. This position is a part-time, flexible schedule.  Programs are mainly held in the fall and spring during regular school hours, with some programs occurring during the summer (option to participate in monthly family programs, summer camp, etc.).

Responsibilities

 Teach environmental education programs to school groups both in the classroom and at stream field sites. Programs are scheduled for you.

• Implement provided environmental lesson plans in the classroom and in outdoor settings.
• Create new lesson plans and programs.
• Attend orientation and training sessions.
• Assist with clean up and organize equipment after each use.
• Pick-up, drop-off, and/or transfer equipment as required.
• Be reasonably available as a substitute in case another educator calls in sick.
• Part-time, flexible schedule – programs are mainly held in the fall and spring during regular school hours, with some programs occurring during the summer.  (Option to participate in monthly family programs, summer camp, etc.)

 Qualifications

 The following qualifications are preferred; however, any combination of these will be taken into consideration:

• Experience working with children in an educational setting and outdoors.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, environmental science, life sciences or other related majors.
• Strong knowledge of natural resources.
• Good organizational skills and time management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interest and enthusiasm for the natural environment and desire to share it with others.
• Strength of cooperation and teamwork.
• Must have own reliable transportation.
• Strong spirit of teamwork.

Hours: Flexible, varied. Generally ranges from 3-20 hours per week.
Compensation: Hourly rate commensurate with experience
Start Date: March 1, 2020 (flexible)
End Date: End of school year, option to continue into summer and fall.

How to Apply

Applications will be accepted through February 28, 2020 via email only. Send resume, cover letter and contact info for two references to Lauren Theis, Director of Education, at ltheis@raritanheadwaters.org. Include in the subject line: “Environmental Educator Position”