Freshwater Restoration Specialist
Core
Restore ecological function to freshwater systems in east central Iowa to benefit biodiversity and climate resilience.
Role type
Mid-level IC freshwater restoration specialist
Builds
In-stream and floodplain restoration projects, wetland restorations, perched culvert repairs, low-head dam removal
Domain
Environmental conservation / Freshwater ecology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Project coordination, staff and volunteer management, grant writing and budget management, GIS mapping, field data collection (fish/mussel surveys, water quality), community outreach, ecological land management principles
Preferred skills
Freshwater biology expertise, database management, multi-lingual skills
Technologies
GIS software, Word, Excel
Responsibilities
Design and oversee in-stream and floodplain restoration projects; coordinate on-the-ground conservation activities; secure funding through grants and donor solicitation; conduct research and monitoring (surveys, sampling); manage conservation data and produce reports/maps; collaborate with federal, state, and private partners; supervise volunteers and interns.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC