*Position title:*Interpretive Naturalist Interns (3 positions)
*Department:* Cape May Bird Observatory
*Location:*Cape May Point, NJ
*Reports to:*Program Director, CMBO
*Job Classification:*Seasonal, full time (August 25 – October 31)
*Job Description:*Interpretive Naturalist Interns (3 positions) for fall
migration monitoring projects at New Jersey Audubon’s Cape May Bird
Observatory (CMBO), Cape May, NJ. Cape May is renowned as one of the
world's greatest hotspots for animal migration, as well as being a
popular summertime vacation destination and beach resort. The
combination of the two offers great opportunities for wildlife research
and education through public outreach. The interpretive naturalist
intern will gain valuable experience in progressing from an active
learner to a skilled leader with a clear understanding//of the ways in
which we are working to monitor and protect New Jersey’s resident and
migratory wildlife, and the ability to engage a diverse public audience
to become stewards of these important resources. NJA fosters the
application of sound scientific principles and practices to address
conservation issues related to vertebrate and invertebrate fauna, and
the natural habitats with which they are associated.
*Duties:*
* Orienting and assisting visitors to the Cape May Hawkwatch, Avalon
Seawatch, and Morning Flight Songbird Counts. Over 500 people may
visit per day during peak times!
* Conducting mini-workshops on bird identification and migration
phenomena.
* Assisting visitors with bird identification, and assisting hawk
counter when needed.
* Maintaining records of visitor contacts.
*Qualifications:*
* Applicants should have experience interacting with the public and
excellent interpersonal skills.
* An enthusiastic and motivated self-starter who is also a strong team
player.
* Willingness to work irregular hours under sometimes difficult field
conditions.
* Familiarity with bird migration and birding. Experience identifying
raptors, passerines, and/or sea birds in flight is a plus, but
learning on the job is possible and we will provide training and
support.
* All applicants must have their own vehicle (unless other
arrangements are made prior to employment), and a valid, clean
driver’s license.
* Must be able to lift and carry 25 lbs. as necessary.
*Start Date: *August 25, 2018
*End Date*: October 31, 2018
*Salary: *$ 900/month Housing and gas reimbursement provided
*Application Deadline*: June 15, 2018
Qualified individuals may apply by emailing cover letter of interest,
resume, and three references as a single PDF document (including email
and phone contact info) to [email protected]
<mailto:[email protected]>
Please indicate in the subject line the position for which you are applying.
New Jersey Audubon (NJA) is a privately supported, not-for profit,
statewide membership organization. Founded in 1897, and one of the
oldest independent Audubon societies, NJA is not connected with the
National Audubon Society.
/We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all
qualified professionals to apply. The New Jersey Audubon Society is an
Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of
sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any
other characteristic protected by law/
René Buccinna
Administrative Assistant, Research and Education
NJ Audubon
Phone: 609-400-3852
Email: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
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