Field technicians are needed to assist with night-time Flammulated Owl surveys in northern Utah from May 31st through mid-July 2011. Technicians are expected to work a 10 days on/4 days off schedule adjusted only to extended periods inclement weather or to minimize travel between study areas.
Night-time owl surveys will occur in aspen and conifer vegetation and will involve broadcast surveys at predetermined, but unmarked off-road points on survey grids or individual points on road transects. Applicants should have or be near the completion of a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology or a similar field and previous experience and skills suited to the position. Specifically, applicants should have excellent vision and hearing and experience navigating unimproved and unmarked roads with a 4WD vehicle and off-road on foot with maps, compass, and GPS. Applicants should be comfortable working and living with others in remote settings, but also working alone for limited periods. You MUST be comfortable working after dark in challenging terrain and forest cover. Technicians will camp in the field during portions of the season (applicants with their own equipment are preferred), but some access to bunkhouse or trailer accommodations may be available and housing in Salt Lake City during days off will be provided. Technicians will assist with data entry after the field season is completed. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and a clean driving record (vehicle provided). The positions pay $1,700/month and are open until filled. Please submit a cover letter electronically addressing your qualifications and date of availability, a resume, and the names of two professional references with phone numbers and email addresses to MARKUS MIKA at HawkWatch International ([email protected]) _______________________________ Markus Mika Ph.D. Science Director, HawkWatch International w. (801) 484-6808 x109, c. (801) 787-3871 2240 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 [email protected] www.hawkwatch.org Conserving Raptors and Our Shared Environment
