Title: Volunteer California Condor Monitor Agency: National Park Service Location: Grand Canyon, AZ
Job Description: We are seeking individuals to assist with field studies on California condors in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. Regular duties include condor nest monitoring via radio telemetry, binoculars and spotting scope. The study area is the South Rim and nesting areas below the rim. The duties will include extensive field work which will involve long periods outdoors of standing/sitting and will be carried out alone. It will involve terrain which is often steep, and weather conditions that will be hot (up to 115 F) and dry, or cold (below freezing) and wet. There will be a need to carry moderately heavy equipment to study sites. Incumbent must consistently follow safe work practices. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a BS in a biology-related field, a research focus, and a desire to gain field experience and develop positive working relationships to get a good start in their career. Must have good interpersonal skills and communicate effectively with the public. Candidates with birding skills and backcountry hiking experience preferred. Valid drivers license required. This is a full-time volunteer position (40+ hrs/week) with a minimum 2 week commitment. Campground site and volunteer stipend of $15/day worked are provided. Positions will be available from June November. If interested please e-mail with any questions, or send resume (do not include SSN) with 3 references to Tim Bowden: Tim [email protected] Qualifications: An interest in avian biology and the ability to lift 25 lbs. Salary: $15/Day worked Last Date to apply: 30 June 2011 Contact: Tim Bowden E-mail: [email protected]
