Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Specialist Biologist III, lead European green crab
(EGC) biologist, and AIS Manager, the Eelgrass Field Technician will support mapping eelgrass
(Zostera species) within the Lummi Reservation tidelands and Lummi Sea Pond. Fieldwork
includes scuba diving, snorkeling, walking and wading long distances (1> mile) throughout muddy
terrain, carrying field gear and samples (up to 50 lbs.) for extended periods of time, and working
aboard vessels. Additional fieldwork may include sampling EGC and associated by-catch in the
mapping area. The Eelgrass Field Technician will also be responsible for recording data in the
field, taking detailed notes, and entering data into a database. This position is 40 hours per week.
