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The FIELD COORDINATOR This position is responsible for
coordinating a broad range of field related activities specific to the Steller
Sea Lion (SSL) & Northern Fur Seal Research Program at ASLC, supporting
the Juvenile SSL Program, and other duties as assigned that will require
initiative and supervising staff. Responsibilities
(include but are not limited to): 1.
Supervise boat operations for the
program, and actively participate in selecting, purchasing, rigging, testing
and operating assorted boats utilized in the program, in collaboration with the
Vessel Safety Officer. 2.
Participate and assist in
coordinating dive capture and surface handling operations, and other
diving-related research in the SSL Program in collaboration with the Dive
Safety Officer. 3.
Support under the direction of the
Chief Scientist and attending Veterinarian, handling of captured animals while
in the field. 4.
Acquire sedation equipment and
provide a lead role in dart capturing Steller sea lions on land. 5.
Support captive Transient Steller Sea
Lion Program under direction of the Chief Scientist, including research
facilities and animal care. 6.
Participate in drafting permit
applications for the capture and holding of transient juvenile Steller sea
lions, and other permitting-related activities. 7.
Support and assist in the design and
construction of facilities or technologies for Steller sea lions. 8.
Provide support for research that may
include harbor seal, eider, sea otter and other programs. Requirements: Degree in Biology or Zoology preferred, or
3 years of project or animal management experience may be substituted. A
minimum of 2 year experience in a management or supervisory role desired.
Individuals with Steller sea lion experience preferred. Experience with
equipment procurement and inventory is beneficial. Minimum of 3 years experience
with professional boat procurement, rigging, maintenance or operation
required. Wildlife immobilization training and experience preferred. SCUBA
certification (NAUI / PADI) to Advanced Open Water level preferred. Position
requires extensive field work dealing with large, potentially dangerous
animals. This is a full-time position. The Start Date: March 1, 2006 or ASAP Apply by: February 3,
2006 Send resume & application
(downloadable at www.alaskasealife.org)
to Human Resources, www.alaskasealife.org The
ASLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. |
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