Qureos Mentor

Missouri State University

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Research Specialist (National Park Service)</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Springfield Campus</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Biology</div>
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<div><div><b>HR Home Department</b></div> <div>020713 BIOLOGY</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div> <div>41</div>
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<div><div><b>Proposed Salary</b></div> <div>$17.21 hourly</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship Information</b></div>
<div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.</div>
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<div><div><b>Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?</b></div> <div>No, Position is available to all applicants.</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Full Time Regular</div>
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<div><div><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt</b></div> <div>Non-Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>General Function</b></div>
<div>The Research Specialist carries out specific research objectives or other projects defined by the Principal Investigator. The duties of the Research Specialist will vary in level of responsibility and complexity depending on the grant project.</div>
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<div><div><b>Description of Primary Duties</b></div>
<div><b>This is a grant funded, limited term position with the possibility of extension if funding continues. Current funding is available for 12 months. Extension is contingent upon funding availability.</b><br>
The successful candidate will participate in collecting field data using standardized and peer-reviewed protocols and contribute to the aquatic resource monitoring of national parks to assess status and trends of resource conditions. This includes:<br>
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1) Identification of fish species, aquatic invertebrates, and aquatic plants<br>
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2) Measuring abundance or condition of these taxa<br>
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3) Collection of physical habitat or water quality data<br>
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4) Use of specialized equipment such as flow meters, water quality meters, electrofishing equipment, etc.<br>
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5) Equipment calibration, maintenance and repair<br>
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6) Travel throughout the Midwest for several consecutive days.<br>
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Data entry using Access database software and performing data quality assurance is an important function of this position in order to maintain long-term datasets that provide trend assessments. Successful candidates may also be asked to summarize data using basic statistical functions (such as means and standard errors), create graphs and tables for reports, and contribute to report writing. The Research Specialist may also supervise student workers in the field. The Research Specialist will receive additional on-the-job training as needed for required activities (e.g., safe boat operation, electrofishing techniques, plant, invertebrate and fish identification and sampling)<br>
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This position will include extensive travel to multiple national parks for several consecutive days, conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and wade in streams, drive canoe and/or drive a boat. The selected candidate should possess a demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently collect aquatic field data (fish/invertebrates/water quality) both independently and in a team setting and a good understanding of the scientific process and knowledge of freshwater aquatic systems.</div>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Acceptable Qualifications</b></div>
<div>Education: A bachelor&rsquo;s degree is required; a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a discipline of the hiring college or research center is preferred.<br>
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Skills: Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Must have the ability to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff, as well as to communicate effectively with off-campus collaborators. Proficiency with basic spreadsheet, graphics, and word processing software is required. Other specific requirements depend upon the particular position.<br>
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Other: Positions associated with this position classification may be located in facilities requiring the position to be designated &ldquo;sensitive&rdquo; as defined by University policy. Positions associated with this position classification may include job duties, responsibilities, or activities that are subject to export control regulations.</div>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
<div>Demonstrated ability to accurately and efficiently collect aquatic field data (fish/invertebrates/water quality) both independently and in a team setting is required. A good understanding of the scientific process and knowledge of freshwater aquatic systems is required. Extensive travel to multiple national parks for several consecutive days, ability to conduct fieldwork in all weather conditions, and ability to wade in streams, and to canoe and/or drive a boat is required.<br>
Additional requirements include ability to communicate effectively with off-campus collaborators and National Park Service staff.<br>
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<div><div><b>Link to Job Description</b></div> <div>https://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/5970-research-specialist.htm</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>07/29/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div><b>First date of consideration will be August 12, 2025. Review of applications will continue until filled.</b><br>
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<b>This is a grant funded, limited term position with the possibility of extension if funding continues. Current funding is available for 12 months. Extension is contingent upon funding availability.</b>
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<div><div><b>Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
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<b>Non-Discrimination Statement</b>
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Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.<br>
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This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.<br>
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, <b>Compliance@MissouriState.edu</b>, 417-836-4252.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<div>Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.</div>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>20250156FTS</div>
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<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/82911</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Research Specialist (National Park Service)

<div><div><div>Position Information
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Position Title</b></div> <div>Maintenance Electrician</div>
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<div><div><b>Work Location</b></div> <div>Springfield Campus</div>
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<div><div><b>Department</b></div> <div>Facilities Maintenance</div>
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<div><div><b>HR Home Department</b></div> <div>060118 FAC MGMT-MAINTENANCE</div>
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<div><div><b>Pay Grade</b></div> <div>26</div>
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<div><div><b>Proposed Salary</b></div> <div>$24.00/hour</div>
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<div><div><b>Sponsorship Information</b></div>
<div>Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.</div>
</div><br>
<div><div><b>Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?</b></div> <div>No, Position is available to all applicants.</div>
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<div><div><b>Appointment Type</b></div> <div>Full Time Regular</div>
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<div><div><b>Exempt/Non-Exempt</b></div> <div>Non-Exempt</div>
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<div><div><b>General Function</b></div><br>
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<div>The Maintenance Electrician performs complex technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of electrical systems, equipment, fixtures and related electro-mechanical systems, in accordance with applicable Electrical Industry Codes. The Electrician inspects and tests elements of electrical systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or re-wiring of circuits, and provides an estimate of repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform. The Electrician also calculates branch circuit loads, interprets electrical wiring diagrams and schematics, and determines methods and requirements for wiring circuits.<br>
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<div><div><b>Description of Primary Duties</b></div>
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The Maintenance Electrician performs complex technical work, on a journeyman level, in the installation, operation, maintenance, modification, service and repair of electrical systems, equipment, fixtures and related electro-mechanical systems, in accordance with applicable Electrical Industry Codes. The Electrician inspects and tests elements of electrical systems to locate and diagnose faults and malfunctions, performs required repairs through replacement of inoperative parts or re-wiring of circuits, and provides an estimate of repair(and/or replacement) costs beyond the capability to perform. The Electrician also calculates branch circuit loads, interprets electrical wiring diagrams and schematics, and determines methods and requirements for wiring circuits<br>
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<div><div><b>Minimum Acceptable Qualifications</b></div>
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Education: A high school diploma or the equivalent plus completion of a certifying technical training program in electrical maintenance or completion of an electrician&rsquo;s apprenticeship is required. However, significant work experience in electrical maintenance beyond that required for the position may be substituted for the required education, technical training, or apprenticeship.<br>
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Experience: At least six years of progressively responsible experience in the electrical trade is required. Experience must include a thorough working knowledge of National Electrical Codes for installation and maintenance of electrical systems.<br>
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Skills: Ability to interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, and electrical schematics is required. Must be able to apply electrical formulas and conversion tables to job requirements. Ability to use electrical test equipment and small hand and power tools, such as wrenches, drills, soldering irons, volt-ohmmeters, amp meters, circuit testers, and vacuum and pressure gauges, is required. Computer literacy is required.<br>
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Effort: Near-visual acuity, depth perception, field of vision, and color vision are required in order to make electrical connections, solder and splice electrical wiring. Must be able to lift and transport materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis; prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching on a daily basis; and working in confined spaces. Requires a full range of physical motion in order to operate manual and electrically-powered tools and electrical test equipment, to move throughout campus, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and to work at heights. Work is performed indoors and out-of-doors, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards. Some positions in this job classification (job title) are designated as essential employees who must report to work as scheduled when University offices are closed due to severe weather; the supervisor will communicate whether the particular position is considered essential and under what situations.<br>
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License: A journeyman electrician license is required. A valid Missouri driver&rsquo;s license is required.<br>
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Other: Scope of the position requires working with electrical systems, wiring, and currents that have the potential for serious injury if proper safety measures are not used. Exposure to and use of chemicals, solvents, and cleaners common to electrical work may be hazardous and/or cause injury if specific instructions regarding their mixture, use, and disposal/storage are not properly followed<br>
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<div><div><b>Additional Qualifications</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Link to Job Description</b></div> <div>http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21825.htm</div>
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<div><div><b>Open Date</b></div> <div>07/09/2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)</b></div>
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<div></div><div><div><b>Special Instructions to Applicants</b></div>
<div>First date of consideration will be July 30, 2025. Review of applications will continue until filled.<br>
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1st Shift<br>
8:00 AM &ndash; 4:30 PM<br>
Monday &ndash; Friday<br>
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<div><div><b>Equal Opportunity Statement</b></div>
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<b>Non-Discrimination Statement</b><br>
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Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.<br>
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This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.<br>
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The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, <b>Compliance@MissouriState.edu</b>, 417-836-4252.</div>
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<div><div><b>Background Check Statement</b></div>
<p>Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.</p>
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</div></div></div><div><div>Posting Detail
</div><p></p><div><div><div><div><b>Posting Number</b></div> <div>20240299FTS</div>
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<div><div><b>Quicklink for Posting</b></div> <div>https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/78712</div></div></div></div></div></div>

Maintenance Electrician

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