ECONet Field Technician

North Carolina State University, United States

Updated: 19 days ago
Location: Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Job Posting Information


Posting Number PG193890SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title ECONet Field Technician
Anticipated Hiring Range $40,000 - $43,766
Work Schedule Monday-Friday / 8 AM to 5 PM, nights and weekends as needed. (May also be required to work during off-hours)
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department Sciences - State Climate Office
About the Department
North Carolina has a complex climate due to its three distinct regions: the mountains, the Piedmont, and the coastal plain. Climate affects many aspects of our daily lives – agriculture, environment, transportation, tourism, and natural disasters. North Carolina is especially prone to the impacts of a warming climate, including sea level rise, extreme precipitation, and hotter temperatures. The State Climate Office of North Carolina was established in 1976, originally at UNC-Chapel Hill, and moved to NC State University in 1980. The mission of the State Climate Office (SCO) is to provide climate-related services to the state, local, and federal agencies, businesses, and the citizens of North Carolina. In 1998, the UNC Board of Governors formally approved it as a Public Service Center.
The State Climate Office is located on NC State University’s Centennial Campus, where private industries, government agencies, and University researchers come together and create a unique environment for interaction and advancement. The State Climate Office is a part of the College of Sciences and collaborates closely with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
The State Climate Office is actively involved in research that enhances its capabilities to provide public service. The office specializes in research, monitoring, and education for climate-sensitive sectors across the state. North Carolina is at the frontline of climate change resilience, and the office is engaged in research projects that help North Carolinians understand their climate risk and adaptive capacity. The office has seen steady growth over the past decade and receives funding from state and federal agencies. Additionally, the office runs the North Carolina ECONet, a network of 43 research-grade stations located statewide. The office hopes to place one station in each North Carolina county by 2030. Please visit our Sciences Strategic Plan and the College of Sciences Culture Charter to learn more about the College of Sciences.
NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem-solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
Essential Job Duties
The State Climate Office of North Carolina is seeking a qualified candidate to assist with the maintenance of environmental weather stations across North and South Carolina. There are currently 44 weather stations, and this number is growing.
  • Provide field support services, including:
    • Calibrating and deploying sensors
    • Repairing and replacing sensors as necessary

  • Facilitate the collection of station metadata
  • Serve as one of two primary technicians supporting the weather network and related office needs
  • Allocated time for pursuing independent research projects

This position is located on the NC State Centennial Campus and will require substantial in-state travel, including some overnight travel. A Driver’s license is required for this position in order to perform the essential duties of this position.
More information about the stations and equipment can be found at:https://econet.climate.ncsu.edu/ .
Other Responsibilities
The candidate will also contribute to the extension, research, and education mission of the State Climate Office.
Substantial in-state travel will be required, including some overnight travel.

Qualifications


Minimum Experience/Education
Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.
Other Required Qualifications
  • Knowledge of and hands-on experience with weather instrumentation, dataloggers, and associated computer hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software and basic data analysis.
  • Must have ability to independently carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds over short distances, with or without reasonable accommodations for weather tower maintenance and installation on occasion.
  • Abilities in one or more computer programming languages such as: PHP, Perl, R, or Python for use in data analysis.
  • Knowledge of MySQL or web programming is also a plus.
  • Prior work with environmental data analysis and data analysis software (such as MatLab, Python, or R), including creating charts, graphs, and maps
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Required License or Certification
A valid North Carolina Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Valid NC Driver's License required Yes
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions


Job Open Date 03/08/2024
Earliest Close Date---- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 03/15/2024
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
In addition to your application please submit a resume, cover letter, and the contact information for at least three professional references.
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

Position Details


Position Number 00107830
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Research Technician
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 34,320 - $ 72,734
Salary Grade Equivalency GN06
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 179501 - Sciences - State Climate Office
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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