Employer Coquille Watershed Association Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills The Coquille Watershed Association (CoqWA) is seeking a Basin Assessment Field Specialist to coordinate and conduct field surveys evaluating aquatic and riparian habitat conditions, as well as road impacts, throughout the Coquille watershed. This is a field-based position. Field days often involve several miles of hiking, wading through streams, navigating dense riparian vegetation including poison oak and blackberry briars, and working in steep terrain under a variety of weather conditions. Minimal office work will occur for data organization and planning. This position will work closely with another seasonal field employee as part of a two-person field crew responsible for implementing basin assessment surveys throughout the summer field season. Depending on experience and project needs, the Basin Assessment Field Specialist may assist with coordinating daily field activities, logistics, and field operations to ensure surveys are conducted safely and according to established protocols. The ideal candidate will have strong field skills, technical aptitude for habitat and road survey methods (or willingness to learn), and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in rugged outdoor environments. Experience coordinating field activities, mentoring crew members, or serving in a leadership role is desirable but not required. In addition to conducting basin assessment surveys, the Basin Assessment Field Specialist may assist with other monitoring and restoration-related field activities during the summer field season. Field crews work Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Survey work in the South Fork Coquille sub-basin will involve camping on U.S. Forest Service (USFS) lands during the work week (Monday–Thursday) between May and September to support access to more remote survey locations. Camping typically occurs in dispersed or minimally developed sites. Please note that camping gear will not be provided, and employees will be expected to supply their own equipment for overnight field stays. Low-cost seasonal housing may be available through the Bandon Marsh National Wildlife Refuge for approximately $230 per month, depending on availability through the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. If housing is not available, employees will be responsible for securing housing in the area. Field Survey Implementation and Coordination•Conduct stream habitat surveys (Aquatic Habitat Inventory; AQI) and road surveys (Geomorphic Road Analysis and Inventory Package; GRAIP) as part of a two-person field crew (AQI and GRAIP training will be provided).•Work collaboratively with other field staff to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate data collection.•Assist with coordinating field schedules, organizing daily logistics, and ensuring proper care and maintenance of field equipment.•Ensure field data is collected according to protocol standards.•Troubleshoot and solve field challenges in coordination with the Project Manager and Program Coordinator.•Assist with other watershed tasks as needed during the season (e.g., water temperature monitoring, riparian maintenance, etc.).Landowner Coordination and Public Relations•Represent the Coquille Watershed Association professionally when encountering landowners in the field.•Work with the Project Manager and Program Coordinator to assist with securing access agreements and navigating access restrictions.•Communicate fieldwork plans clearly and diplomatically to landowners and partners when needed.Data Management and Reporting Support•Support the Project Manager and Program Coordinator in organizing field data for reporting purposes.•Maintain organized field notes, data sheets, and digital records.•Assist with photo documentation and survey locations as needed. Job Field: Other Job Type: Full Time Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Coquille, Oregon Salary: $17 - $23/hour Job Benefits: Starting Compensation: $17/hr to $23/hr depending on experiencePaid Holidays and Sick TimePosition Start Date: June 29th, 2026 - FlexiblePosition End Date: late October Application Deadline: Mon, 06/22/2026 - 12:00pm Link to Full Job Posting: https://www.coquillewatershed.org/jobs-and-internships/basin-assessment-field-s…
