Avian Point Count Technician at Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
Website: https://sites.google.com/site/tjfontaineunl/TJ-Fontaine Location: field sites throughout Nebraska Duration: 2 months Job Type: Temporary Application Deadline: 04/17/2015 Job Description: Avian point count technicians (6) are needed to conduct grassland bird surveys for the Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit from mid-May through mid- July 2015. Field sites are located throughout the state of Nebraska. Duties include conducting standardized point count surveys, vegetation surveys, and data entry. Positions will support collaborative research on landscape scale studies of species abundance and habitat relationships. Fieldwork will begin May 1st and continue until mid-July, with some flexibility in start/end dates. Significant travel time will be required for this position; technicians will be working very early mornings and should be comfortable with an unpredictable work schedule depending on the weather. Salary is $1400-1700/month DOE. Housing (some camping will be required) and use of a field vehicle for work will be provided. To Apply: To apply, please send letter of interest describing your experience, resume, and contact information for three references via email to [email protected]. Please enter “2016 Point Count Application” in the subject line. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the positions have been filled. Qualifications: Applicants with experience conducting bird surveys and the ability to identify Eastern birds (particularly grassland species) by sight and sound preferred. Additional qualifications include ability to navigate with maps and GPS to find study sites, passion for field work, excellent communication skills, ability to live and work in remote areas, a strong work ethic, willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions, and demonstrated ability to work well independently and as part of a team. State issued driver’s license, a good driving record, and CPR/First Aid certification are required. Number of Openings: 6
