Program Technician

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Agricultural Science, Biology, Ecology, Soil Science, Chemistry, or related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the start of employment
• Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the start of employment
• Experience with project management or research coordination
• Water quality monitoring or environmental sampling experience
• Laboratory experience with nutrient analysis
• Knowledge of EPA QA procedures
• Experience with ISCO automated samplers and data loggers
• Familiarity with GIS software
• Experience coordinating with government agencies, NGOs, and agricultural producers

Responsibilities

• Conduct biweekly in-stream water sampling at up to 36 sites/year
• Install and maintain monitoring equipment (ISCO samplers, flumes, pressure transducers, rain gauges)
• Collect storm event samples
• Manage chain of custody and transport to labs
• Assist with nutrient analysis (nitrate-N, ammonium-N, soluble reactive phosphorus) per EPA methods
• Prepare samples
• Manage inventory
• Coordinate with external labs
• Maintain field notes and electronic records per EPA QAPP
• Perform QC checks
• Prepare data files for analysis
• Submit data to EPA’s WQX database annually
• Primary project coordinator
• Manage day-to-day operations and timelines
• Schedule and coordinate meetings with partners (Arkansas Discovery Farm Program, Beaver Watershed Alliance, Carbon Chicken Project)
• Track milestones and deliverables
• Maintain project documentation
• Draft quarterly EPA progress reports
• Compile data for final technical reports
• Assist with fact sheets, presentations, and peer-reviewed publications
• Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• Immediate leave accrual
• A choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level