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Summer Positions
Would you like to spend your summer outside working to protect our beautiful lakes? We are now accepting applications for our summer positions. If you are passionate about protecting our lakes, ponds, and streams, and want a rewarding summer job, all while building your resume, and gaining hands-on lake protection experience, join us! Both positions are part-time, but may be combined for full-time work.
Invasive Plant Surveyor
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
Conduct lake surveys by kayak, with a primary focus being the harmful invasive variable leaf watermilfoil in Androscoggin Lake in Wayne.
Courtesy Boat Inspector
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
CBIs are the “first line of defense” against harmful invasive aquatic plants and animals that hitch rides on boats and trailers, spreading from lake to lake. CBIs work at public boat launches checking incoming and outgoing boats and educating the public about invasive species.
Development and Operations Coordinator
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association (30 Mile) is a small, environmental nonprofit organization based in Farmington and Mt.Vernon, Maine. Our mission is to work as a community for clean and healthy lakes, ponds and streams in our watershed. The organization is growing rapidly, and we’re looking for someone extremely organized and detail-oriented who will provide key support for our team. This position is full-time.
Major Responsibilities
Development:
- Manage our CRM database (Little Green Light), including entering and reporting gift data, maintaining donor records, and tracking interactions between solicitors and potential donors
- Acknowledge donations with email and printed letters
- Coordinate production and mailing of semi-annual appeals and other direct mail campaigns
- Support Development activities, including the Capital Campaign, events, and cultivation and solicitation efforts
Financial:
- Maintain all financial records in Quickbooks Online
- Record expenses and deposits
- Create and manage payment of invoices
- Maintain vendor records
- Reconcile Quickbooks with bank statements and donor database monthly
- Track grant expenditures and other restricted funds
- Process donations and credit card transactions
- Prepare and make bank deposits
- Assist with annual tax filings (Form 990 and 1099)
Administrative:
- Manage sales from 30 Mile’s online store
- Process orders
- Communicate with customers when questions arise
- Update customer information in database
- Run and reconcile monthly reports
- Manage filing and record keeping
- Review insurance policies to ensure necessary coverage
- Support the Executive Director and Board in creating and updating policies and procedures
- Support Executive Director in general operations and administration as needed (board communications, scheduling meetings,etc)
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred) or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector
- Experience and proficiency with a variety of software and platforms, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Quickbooks Online, and donor databases. Must have flexibility and ease with learning new software.
- Bookkeeping experience (preferred)
- Skill with database management
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy with outstanding organizational skills
- Ability to work collaboratively, independently, and efficiently while effectively prioritizing a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously
- Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
- Excellent customer service skills, with ability to communicate effectively
- Willingness to support colleagues and jump in at all-hands-on-deck moments
- Appreciation for and passion for 30 Mile’s mission
Work Location
30 Mile’s offices are currently in Farmington, Maine, but moving to Mount Vernon, Maine this summer. We work via a flexible, hybrid model, with staff splitting time between the office, home, and the field as their roles demand. This position requires occasional nights and weekends for events. This position will report to the Executive Director.
Compensation
- Salary range: $45,000 to $54,000 based on experience
- Full time: 40 hours/week
- Benefits: Generous paid time-off, health benefits, matching Simple IRA contributions, and mileage reimbursement.
How to Apply
Email a cover letter and resume (combined as a single PDF) to Lidie Robbins, Executive Director, at lidie@30mileriver.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The position will begin as soon as possible.
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to work as a community for clean and healthy lakes, ponds and streams in the watershed. The “30 Mile River” is a connected chain of ponds, lakes and streams, with a watershed covering 90 square miles and including the towns of Chesterville, Fayette, Leeds, Mt. Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne. To learn more, visit 30mileriver.org.
Courtesy Boat Inspector
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association (30 Mile) is seeking Courtesy Boat Inspectors (CBIs) for the 2025 summer season. CBIs are the “first line of defense” against harmful invasive aquatic plants and animals that hitch rides on boats and trailers, spreading from lake to lake. CBIs work at public boat launches checking incoming and outgoing boats and educating the public about invasive species. CBIs serve a vital role in protecting our lakes from the devastating impacts of invasives, while spending time at beautiful lakeside locations in the towns of Mt. Vernon, Vienna, and Wayne.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct courtesy boat inspections at boat launches on Androscoggin Lake, Parker Pond, and Flying Pond.
- Search for invasive plant fragments located on boats, trailers and gear.
- Educate boaters about the importance of preventing invasive species from entering our watershed and the work of the 30 Mile River Watershed Association
- Record data for every inspection performed using mobile survey application.
Qualifications:
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail in record-keeping and conducting inspections.
- Interest in protecting lake health.
- Ability to work independently with reliability in keeping scheduled shifts.
- Ability to stand and bend to check underneath boats and trailers.
- Access to reliable transportation
Benefits:
- Have fun working outdoors on some of the most beautiful lakes in central Maine.
- Improve your understanding of lake health and the threats to Maine’s lakes.
- Gain hands-on experience and build your resume.
- Provide a valuable service for your community, protecting our lakes.
The program runs from late May through late-September (end date flexible for students). Pay starts at $15.25/hr. The position is ideally suited for retirees, students, and others looking for part-time work; may be combined with the Invasive Plant Surveyor position.
Priority will be given to applications received by March 16th, 2025. Those received after this date may be considered until the positions are filled.
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to work as a community for clean and healthy lakes, ponds and streams in the watershed. The “30 Mile River” is a connected chain of ponds, lakes and streams, with a watershed covering 90 square miles and including the towns of Chesterville, Fayette, Leeds, Mt. Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne. To learn more, visit www.30mileriver.org.
Invasive Plant Surveyor
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association (30 Mile) is seeking applicants to join our Invasive Plant Survey team for the 2025 summer season. Staff will conduct lake surveys by kayak, with a primary focus being the harmful invasive variable leaf watermilfoil in Androscoggin Lake in Wayne. The goals of the program are to eradicate the invasive milfoil from Androscoggin Lake, detect infestations early on other lakes, and increase public education and awareness of invasive plants. Training is provided.
Responsibilities:
- Survey by paddle craft the lakes and ponds in the 30 Mile River Watershed for invasive aquatic plants, in particular Androscoggin Lake in Wayne, and Tilton and David Ponds in Fayette.
- Assist SCUBA divers in removing invasive milfoil by providing surface support.
- Collect and report data on invasive aquatic plants using mobile survey application (Survey123).
- Educate lakefront property owners and lake users about the threat of invasives.
- Assist staff with plant patrol and identification workshops.
- Follow safety protocols.
Minimum Requirements:
- Passion for learning about aquatic ecosystems, aquatic plant identification and protecting lake health
- Interest in botany, biology, environmental science, ecology, or related field.
- Plant identification skills or an interest and ability to learn quickly.
- Comfort working on the water, spending 4-5 hours per day in a kayak in a variety of conditions.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Responsibility, maturity and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and the public.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using a kayak or other paddle craft
- Knowledge of aquatic plant identification
- Relevant undergraduate coursework
- Ability to use a handheld GPS device
- Mapping (GIS) and My Google Maps experience
Benefits:
- Have fun working outdoors on beautiful lakes.
- Improve your understanding of lake science and the threats to Maine’s lakes.
- Gain hands-on experience and build your resume.
- Be part of a team environment.
- Provide a valuable service to the lake communities we serve, improving the health of our lakes.
The program runs for approximately 12 weeks, late May to mid-August, at an estimated 20 hours/week. Surveying is typically done in the morning, when conditions are best. Pay starts at $16.25/hr. This position may be combined with the Courtesy Boat Inspector (CBI) position. Must have transportation and valid driver’s license.
Priority will be given to applications received by March 16th, 2025. Those received after this date may be considered until the positions are filled.
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to work as a community for clean and healthy lakes, ponds, and streams in the watershed. The “30 Mile River” is a connected chain of ponds, lakes, and streams, with a watershed covering 90 square miles and including the towns of Chesterville, Fayette, Leeds, Mt. Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne. To learn more, visit www.30mileriver.org.
Water Quality Monitoring Intern
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association (30 Mile) is seeking a water quality monitoring intern for our 2022 summer season. Through 30 Mile’s water quality monitoring program, we collect extensive data to track the health of our lakes and ponds. Routine monitoring is conducted by trained staff alongside volunteers on eleven lakes and ponds in our watershed. We measure water clarity, temperature, dissolved oxygen, phosphorus, chlorophyll, and other indicators of water quality.
Primary responsibilities:
- Complete training with Lake Stewards of Maine and/or the Maine Department of Environmental Protection to become a certified water quality monitor.
- Collect water quality data on eleven lakes and ponds in the 30 Mile River watershed between May and August.
- Follow Maine’s standard operating procedures related to the collection, handling, labeling, and processing of water quality samples.
- Enter, organize and report data.
- Process water samples for various water quality parameters in a laboratory setting.
- Coordinate with volunteers to access lake monitoring stations and maintain a consistent data collection schedule.
Qualifications:
- Two years of undergraduate coursework with a focus in environmental science, natural resources, biology, chemistry, or other related area of study
- Comfort working in and around boats and the water
- Access to reliable transportation, and a valid driver’s license with clean record
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, flexibility, and desire to work in a non-profit environment
- Willingness to learn new topics quickly and complete monitoring in all weather conditions
Benefits:
- Have fun working outdoors on some of the most beautiful lakes in central Maine!
- Improve your understanding of lake science and lake water quality.
- Become a certified lake water quality monitor.
- Gain hands-on experience and build your resume.
- Provide a valuable service to the lake communities we serve, collecting important data on the health of our lakes.
30 Mile’s office is located in Farmington, Maine, but the water quality intern will travel throughout the watershed. Qualifying mileage expenses will be reimbursed.
This position is part-time with the expected workload requiring an estimated 24 hours per week for 12 weeks between May and August. Pay starts at $16.00/hour. This position may be combined with another position at 30 Mile for full-time work.
To apply, please complete the online application and submit a resume and cover letter, as a single PDF, to Lori Putnam at lori@30mileriver.org. Priority will be given to applications received by April 3rd, 2022. Those received after this date may be considered until the position is filled.
The 30 Mile River Watershed Association is a non-profit organization with the mission to work as a community for clean and healthy lakes, ponds and streams in the watershed. The “30 Mile River” is a connected chain of ponds, lakes and streams, with a watershed covering 90 square miles and including the towns of Chesterville, Fayette, Leeds, Mt. Vernon, Readfield, Vienna and Wayne. To learn more, visit www.30mileriver.org.