About this role
Position Summary
The position is located at Lower Monumental Dam on the lower Snake River near the rural town of Kahlotus Washington. Lower Monumental Dam is a hydroelectric project with several missions, such as navigation, recreation, power generation and fish passage. At Lower Monumental Fish Facility, the primary responsibilities is the collection of juvenile salmonids and non-salmonid fish, collection and processing of data, making standardized observations of growth of several fish species, examine fish for signs of descaling, injury and disease, and transportation of juvenile fish. Participants will engage in sampling juvenile fish species, transporting fish, bypassing fish and collection and dissemination of data.
Location
Kahlotus, WA
Schedule
April 6, 2026 - October 30, 2026
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Sample juvenile salmonids and non-salmonids
- Collection and dissemination of data
- Preparing circulation systems for sampling
- Collection of sample fish
- Crowding fish in tanks and raceways
- Cleaning flumes, tanks and filters
- Loading barge holds of juvenile fish
- Enumeration and calculation of raceway and barge holds
- Identification of juvenile and adult fish species
- Monitor fish behavior and report changes
Marginal Duties
Interacting with powerhouse electricians, mechanics and engineers
Participate in critical decisions surrounding ESA listed species
Adult fishway inspections
Fish rescue from turbine areas or other waterways
Avian bird counts and behaviors
Required Qualifications
- Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must have the ability to effectively speak, read, and write in English
- Must have the ability to work outdoors
Preferred Qualifications
- Fish identification
- Bird identification
- Microsoft experience in excel, word, powerpoint, access and macros
- Experience in working with chemicals
Hours
40 per week
Living Accommodations
No longterm living accommodations provided by USACE. Participant expected to acquire housing via housing allowance.
Compensation
- $400 Weekly Living Allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
- $75 Weekly Commuting Allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
- $1,000 Monthly Housing Allowance (7 total)
- NTE $650 Duty Related Travel Reimbursement (if not already living locally)
All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes.
Personal Vehicle Information
Required
Additional Benefits
First Aid/CPR
AmeriCorps: Not Eligible
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.
Other facts
About Student Conservation Association
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults.
Our program participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks and community green spaces at various locations across the country.
After working with the SCA, our members emerge with increased environmental awareness, social responsibility and leadership skills.
As America’s most effective youth conservation service organization, the SCA transforms lives by empowering young people of all backgrounds to plan, act, and lead while they protect and restore our natural and cultural resources.
Founded in 1957, the SCA is dedicated to building the next generation of conservation leaders while inspiring lifelong protection of the environment and our communities.
SCA's mission is to build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of our environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
What you'll do
- The primary responsibilities include the collection of juvenile salmonids and non-salmonid fish, processing data, and monitoring fish behavior. Participants will also engage in transporting fish and making standardized observations of growth and health.
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