JOB ANNOUNCEMENT Seasonal Field Biologist Job Description
The Seasonal Field Biologist position conducts botanical and ornithological field surveys and performs associated data entry and editing in support of the San Francisco Estuary Invasive Spartina Project (ISP) Monitoring Program. Includes seasonal botanical monitoring (mid June through October), clapper rail monitoring (mid January through mid April), and associated GIS data entry/editing during these field seasons. Work may vary from 0-50 hours/week during these field seasons depending on tides, weather conditions, and site access permissions. Requires close collaboration with other ISP Monitoring Program and Control Program staff (Seasonal Field Biologists and Managers) both in the field and in the office. Requires the ability to work well independently and in a field team setting, follow project-specific field protocols and data entry/editing procedures, and, if appropriate, suggest improvements to our projects existing procedures. Requires a strong background in botany and ornithology. Requires a basic understanding of and some familiarity GPS and GIS data entry and editing. Requires familiarity with San Francisco Bay tidal marsh flora, avifauna and geography. Must be detail-oriented and able to perform work accurately and efficiently. Must have sufficient botanical and ornithological background to be able to collect data independently following approximately one week of training. Must be willing to work long hours in potentially adverse field conditions. Must be able to or willing to learn to operate watercraft including kayaks and outboard-motor powerboats (Zodiac, whaler, Klamath). May occasionally require helicopter-based surveys. Must be available to work up to 5 full (8-10 hour) days a week during the above field seasons, with the understanding that work availability will vary within these dates. Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in schedules and hours, often with very little advanced notice. Must provide own transportation to field sites around the San Francisco Bay. (Mileage is reimbursed, drivers license and proof of automobile insurance are required.) Hours & Pay Rate Hours are flexible and will vary from 0 - 50 hours/week depending on project needs. Pay rate starts at $20-30/hour based on experience. No benefits are available for this position. Application & Important Dates To apply, mail or email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three technical references by Monday, April 23 to: Ingrid Hogle, Monitoring Program Manager San Francisco Estuary Invasive Spartina Project 2560 9th Street, Suite 216, Berkeley, CA 94710 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Questions regarding this position should be directed to Ingrid Hogle at [EMAIL PROTECTED] or 510-548-2461 x 205. Interviews will be scheduled April 25-27. Paid training will begin in May, and fieldwork will be available starting in early to mid June. _____________________________________ Ingrid Hogle Monitoring Program Manager San Francisco Estuary Invasive Spartina Project 2560 9th Street, Suite 216 Berkeley, California 94710 Phone 510-548-2461 x205 Fax 510-548-2460 Email [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.spartina.org
