Job Details

Watershed Aide (Fisheries)

Salary: $26.48 - $30.56 Hourly

Opening Date: 07/13/2026

Closing Date: 7/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Chartered on April 25, 1912, the District is the first municipal water district in California. Today, Marin Water provides local water service to more than 191,000 people in central and southern Marin. The District operates a complex and highly reliable water system that includes three treatment plants, a finishing facility, more than 900 miles of pipeline, 130 water storage tanks and nearly 100 pumping stations. About 75% of MMWD's water comes from more than 21,000 acres of protected watershed on Mt. Tamalpais.

Make a difference where it matters most—protecting Marin County's watersheds and native fisheries. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, are passionate about environmental stewardship, and are eager to develop practical skills in fisheries biology, watershed management, and habitat restoration.

This assignment is for an Eight (8) Week Duration, 40 hours per week. Typical work hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Applications will be accepted until Monday, July 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

When assigned to Fisheries Management, typical duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• assists regular staff with monitoring and conservation activities aimed at endangered coho salmon, threatened steelhead trout, and other sensitive aquatic species;
• performs snorkeling, electrofishing, and other field surveys for juvenile salmonids;
• performs spawner surveys for adult salmonids;
• enters and analyzes monitoring and survey data;
• assists with preparation of technical reports;
• assists regular staff with erosion control, riparian vegetation management, and stream habitat enhancement;
• performs survey work on both public and private lands in Marin County;
• assists with maintenance of watershed lands and facilities; and
• conducts miscellaneous tasks and other duties as assigned.

Experience & Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• common native and non-native flora and fauna, especially aquatic and riparian species;
• principles and methods of fish and wildlife management;
• basic techniques for capturing and handling fish and wildlife;
• basic use of hand and power tools related to the work;
• basic safety procedures related to working outdoors;
• customer service policies and techniques for interacting with the public;
• environmental education techniques and group leadership; and
• computer applications related to the work (Microsoft Word, Excel, ArcGIS Pro, Collector, Survey 123, YSI Kor);

Ability to:

• make field observations and accurately record and maintain scientific data;
• work outdoors, often in and around water and in adverse weather conditions;
• perform strenuous physical tasks, including lifting, swimming, carrying equipment, and hiking up to five miles per day;
• use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and specialized monitoring equipment and instruments;
• follow safety procedures and utilize appropriate work equipment at all times;
• follow directions and work collaboratively in groups;
• work varying shifts including weekends and holidays;
• learn and apply pertinent subject matter, procedures, and policies;
• recognize scope of authority, seek assistance from others, and make referrals to supervisors as needed;
• organize work schedule to set priorities and meet deadlines;
• effectively communicate verbally and in writing, including to the public;
• safely operate District vehicles, including on unimproved road surfaces;

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Completion of the twelfth grade or its equivalent.

Licenses:

• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles, and satisfactory driving record.

The following experience and abilities are desirable:

• college-level education in biology, natural resource management, environmental studies or similar field of study;
• experience identifying and handling local fish and wildlife species;
• experience or familiarity with fisheries field survey methods;
• proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, ArcGIS;
• experience interacting with the public, and working collaboratively in groups;
• proficiency with field instruments including GPS, PIT tag antennas, field tablets, and water quality meters;
• experience using and maintaining hand and power tools.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the testing/interview process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 945-1434 at least two weeks prior to the application deadline or examination date.

Equal Opportunity Employer