The National Audubon Society is hiring a
The National Audubon Society is a nonprofit conservation organization that protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. We work throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state, regional, national, and international programs, nature centers, and chapters have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. As a sentinel species, we recognize that the fate of birds is inextricably tied to the fate of us all.
Audubon has more than 700 staff working across the United States and seven countries in 17 state and regional offices, 41 nature centers, and 23 wildlife sanctuaries. Together as one Audubon, we aspire to alter the course of climate change and habitat loss, leading to healthier bird populations and reversing current trends in biodiversity loss.
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The seasonal Field Technician is a full-time position assisting essential research studies with their main focus being on assisting biologists in monitoring, trapping, tagging and banding Roseate Spoonbills. They will also assist with other ESC projects and activities as necessary, including, but not limited to: database entry and maintenance, general field station/office upkeep, care and repair of field supplies and equipment, the collection of fishes in the mangrove habitats of Florida Bay; submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) surveys; hydrologic instrumentation installation and maintenance. The seasonal Field Technician position will report to ESC staff in charge of the Spoonbill Monitoring project and will primarily assist with the Spoonbill Monitoring project. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands on field experience in wading bird ecology. Two positions are available with staggered start dates. One position is expected to begin in early January 2023 and the other is expected to start in early February 2023.
• Collect and enter biologic wading bird data from Florida Bay, and the Everglades.
• Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary team of biologists and research associates with all research projects.
• Enter collected data correctly and in a timely manner.
• Participate in group projects to maintain the base facility and improve operations.
• Assist with site preparation and construction such as hydro-station installation
• Bachelor’s degree or, have made significant progress towards completing a bachelor’s degree in biology or related field or, several years’ experience working in marine, estuarine, or wetlands ecology environments; understanding and respect of the scientific method is paramount.
• Excellent work ethic, a team-focused attitude, and the ability to work well independently in the field.
• Experience in Florida’s estuaries, mangrove forests and/or coastal wetlands is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience with small boats, and operating vehicles is highly desired.
• Knowledge of bird capture and banding techniques and/or bird handling experience is essential.
• Able to follow protocols in the field.
• Ability to problem solve and improvise when necessary.
Physical Requirements:
• Ability to work long hours in the field in sub-tropical wetland environments, exposed to the harsh South Florida environment (sun, heat, biting insects, wading in water and mud), sometimes alone.
• Ability to traverse/hike 3-8 miles a day through varying terrain, ability to climb small trees and balance on branches and roots.
• Ability to swim and lift 40+lbs with or without accommodation.
• Ability and willingness to work in murky waters that serve as the home for potentially dangerous wildlife such as alligators, sharks, crocodiles, and venomous snakes.
• Some projects may involve travel in helicopters and small, fixed-wing aircraft
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
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