We are Hiring!

2023 Summer Employment

Do you love the Finger Lakes? Get paid to help protect them!

The Finger Lakes PRISM is hiring for four different seasonal positions to support our invasive species programs. These positions range from entry-level technician positions to supervisor roles. All of these positions are excellent opportunities to learn about ecology and conservation, and offer valuable skill-building opportunities for plant identification, data collection, communication, and more. Applicants can apply to as many positions as they are interested in. APPLY TODAY! For more information, please email Finger Lakes PRISM Coordinator Sam Beck-Andersen beck-andersen@hws.edu.

Watercraft Steward Program:

Watercraft Stewards and Program Coordinators

This program is responsible for public outreach and education on preventing the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS). Under the supervision of Finger Lakes Institute (FLI) at Hobart and William Smith Colleges staff, Watercraft Stewards will offer inspections of watercraft for AIS and will educate boaters on AIS and prevention protocols. Inspections include AIS removal and identification, and data collection. Training will be provided. Program Coordinators will be responsible for supervising the Finger Lakes Institute’s Watercraft Stewards and assist the program manager in various aspects of running the program. This is a great program for anyone looking to spend time outdoors this summer, and for those looking to build on a career in environmental studies or science, conservation, interpretation, ecology, or biology. Build valuable skills in communication, education, plant identification, and more by joining our watercraft steward team!

Positions Available: 20+ at $16.50 – $19.00/hour

Locations: Public boat launches on Hemlock, Canadice, Honeoye, Canandaigua, Keuka, Seneca, Cayuga, Owasco and Otisco Lakes and surrounding areas, Whitney Point Reservoir, Sodus Bay and parts of the Erie Canal and Lake Ontario in Rochester, NY.

To apply, and for more information about the Watercraft Steward position, follow this link: https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/summer.aspx

To apply, and for more information about the Watercraft Steward Program Coordinator position, follow this link: https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/temp.aspx

Aquatic Invasive Species Field Crews:

With assistance from Finger Lakes Institute (FLI) and Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL PRISM), these positions will assist in field work related to various aquatic invasive species (AIS) programs. Crews will work with managers to survey, monitor, and manage high-priority AIS. Crews will collect plant survey and water quality data on waterbodies throughout the Finger Lakes region. Training is included. These are great positions for anyone looking to spend time outdoors this summer, and for those looking to begin a career in the fields of environmental studies or science, conservation, ecology, or biology. Build valuable skills in plant identification, data collection, field work, teamwork and more by joining one of our field teams!

Positions: 5 at $17.50 – $18.50/hour

Locations: Geneva, NY, with travel throughout the Finger Lakes Region

To apply, and for more information, follow this link: https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/summer.aspx

Terrestrial Invasive Species Field Crew:

With assistance from Finger Lakes Institute (FLI) and Finger Lakes Partnership for Regional Invasive Species Management (FL PRISM), will assist in field work, outreach, and education related to various terrestrial invasive species (TIS) programs. Crews will work with managers to survey, monitor, and manage high-priority TIS throughout the Finger Lakes region. Crews will collect plant survey data on throughout the Finger Lakes region, and will participate in mechanical removals at high priority sites. Training is included. These are great positions for anyone looking to spend time outdoors this summer, and for those looking to begin a career in the fields of environmental studies or science, conservation, ecology, or biology. Build valuable skills in plant identification, data collection, field work, teamwork and more by joining one of our field teams!

Positions: 2 at $17.50 – $18.50/hour

Locations: Geneva, NY, with travel throughout the Finger Lakes Region

To apply, and for more information, follow this link: https://www.hws.edu/offices/hr/employment/summer.aspx