
This AmeriCorps VISTA Summer Associate role supports the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection's water quality initiatives through data management and field operations. The position involves reviewing aquatic habitat reports, performing quality assurance on biological data, and entering information into state databases. Key responsibilities include participating in field sampling to collect water quality and specimen data across various terrains, developing community engagement materials, and assisting with workforce planning resources. The role appeals to individuals seeking to contribute to environmental stewardship in underprivileged areas while gaining hands-on experience in data analysis and field science. The position offers professional development opportunities, healthcare coverage, and a living allowance, with a hybrid work arrangement that combines office-based data tasks with fieldwork in streams and rivers throughout the state.
