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.
This is a remote area with limited or no cell service and no wifi service.
Schedule
November 1, 2026 - October 29, 2027
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
Up to 84 hours every 2 weeks
Living Accommodations
No long-term living accommodations provided by USACE. Participant expected to
acquire housing via housing allowance.
Compensation
$500 Weekly Living Allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
$75 Weekly Commuting Allowance (Paid bi-weekly)
$1,000 Monthly Housing Allowance (12 months)
Optional Monthly Health Insurance (12 months)
AmeriCorps Eligible at fulfillment of internship requirements and 1700
service hours (Award value ~$7,395)
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: Eligible (Award valued at $7,395) at fulfillment of 1700 service
hours
Equal Opportunity Statement
SCA is an equal opportunity employer. Selection decisions are based on merit,
qualifications, and performance, without unlawful discrimination.