Experienced Bird Bander needed for the MONITORING AVIAN PRODUCTIVITY AND SURVIVORSHIP (MAPS) PROGRAM. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking an experienced bird bander to operate constant effort mist-netting and banding stations on Fort Bragg, North Carolina from May 1 to August 8, 2007. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to determine the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals with some experience working independently in the field and a solid background in mistnetting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing landbirds using plumage characteristics. We particularly encourage previous MAPS interns to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to learn the MAPS protocol during an intensive training session beginning May 1. After training, the bander will be responsible for setting up and operating 6 mist-netting stations, coordinating area volunteers for assistance, liaising with contacts on Fort Bragg, and submitting monthly progress reports to IBP's main office. Free housing will be provided in addition to a per diem of $35 for 84 days in the field, totaling $2,940 for the season. The bander will need a reliable vehicle and will be reimbursed at $0.33/mile for job-related use. The position entails working a minimum of 6 of every 10 days, depending on weather and logistical considerations. This position is an opportunity to gain experience working independently in the field, and individuals in these positions frequently have the opportunity to step into supervisory field biologist positions with IBP during subsequent seasons. Please send a resume, cover letter, and the email addresses and phone numbers for 3 references to AMY FINFERA, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. FAX 415-663-9482, PH 415-663-1436, EMAIL: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Since we are advertising for several different positions, please specify in all correspondence that you are applying for the North Carolina experienced bander position.
**************************************************** Amy Finfera Staff Biologist The Institute for Bird Populations P.O. Box 1346 Point Reyes Station, CA 94956-1346 Phone: 415-663-1436 Fax: 415-663-9482 [EMAIL PROTECTED]
