*Organization:* State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry
*Location:* Adirondack Mountains, NY *Start Date:* May 5, 2016 *Duration:* Through Late July *Job Type:* Seasonal *Application Deadline:* 04/04/2016 *Job Description:* Two technicians are needed to collect field data for a study examining avian species and community responses to acid rain and Beech Bark Disease. Duties will include point counts, habitat sampling, and data entry. The study sites are northern hardwood forest in the western Adirondack Mountains. Field housing (no pets) will be provided with interspersed camping (campsite fees covered). Technicians will need their own camping gear and binoculars. Start date is May 5 and will end at the completion of July sampling (no exceptions). Pay is $1,300-1,600/month depending on experience. *Qualifications:* Successful applicants will have excellent identification skills of Eastern US songbirds by sight and sound. They will demonstrate a strong work ethic, attention to detail, ability to work independently or as part of a team, enthusiasm for early morning, repetitive work, and an ability to tolerate demanding field conditions. You must have experience conducting point counts, navigating with compass and GPS units, and habitat sampling. A degree in or progress towards wildlife biology, ecology, or a related field is also strongly preferred, as well as coursework in bird and tree identification. Qualified applicants will have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Preference will be given to those who have conducted point counts independently or led survey teams. *To Apply:* Send cover letter, resume, and list of 3 references in one PDF document to Michael Whalen at *[email protected] <[email protected]>*. Please use "Adirondack Team 2016" in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews will begin immediately.
