Assistant Director for nonprofit environmental lab (Black Mountain, NC)

Assistant Director for nonprofit environmental lab (Black Mountain, NC)

18 Mar 2024
North Carolina, Asheville 00000 Asheville USA

Assistant Director for nonprofit environmental lab (Black Mountain, NC)

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

Application Due Date: March 25 or until filled

The Environmental Quality Institute (EQI) is a nonprofit research institute that collects scientific data that informs environmental understanding and decision-making.

JOB DESCRIPTION

EQI is seeking an Assistant Director to be located in Black Mountain, NC (near Asheville). The position will be responsible for maintaining volunteer monitoring programs and supervising EQIs laboratory (after sufficient training). Specific duties include:

Oversight of chemical and biological stream monitoring programs

Supervision of laboratory staff (3-4 part-time college students and an AmeriCorps member)

Performance of lab analyses and associated tasks

Completion of lab quality control protocols and maintenance of certifications

Data management

Communication with stakeholders

Field work associated with monitoring projects

Grant-writing and management

Participation in outreach and educational events

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

Bachelors degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Studies, or associated field

Leadership experience

Experience with stream and/or lake water quality monitoring, including water chemistry and benthic macroinvertebrates

Grant-writing and management experience

Strong writing and communication skills

Detail oriented work style with ability to multitask

Ability to support a creative and inclusive work environment

Reliable transportation and valid drivers license

Ability to pass a criminal history check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates with the following qualifications will be given priority:

Familiarity with western North Carolina and/or the Southern Appalachians

Environmental laboratory experience, especially management

Volunteer water monitoring experience

Nonprofit management experience, including fundraising

POSITION DETAILS

This position is contingent upon funding and performance, but funding for the position has been secured for two years. It is a full-time position with flexible hours but will require presence in the lab for sample deliveries on all Mondays, including holidays. Some evening and weekend work will be necessary. This position requires mild to moderate lifting and ability to conduct stream field work. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, ranging from $34,000 to $38,000.

CONTACT INFORMATION

We recommend reviewing EQIs website at www.eqilab.org to learn about our mission and monitoring programs. To inquire about the position, please email EQI. To apply, please send a resume or CV and cover letter via email or to:

The Environmental Quality Institute

Attn: Ann Marie Traylor

104 Eastside Drive, Unit 302

Black Mountain, NC 28711

No phone calls, please.

This position will be available starting April 15. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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