Manatee Photo-identification Research Staff
Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Section – Wildlife Research
Project – Manatee Photo-identification
Location – St. Petersburg, FL
Position type – Full-time (40 hrs/week)
Rate of pay – $10.00 per hour, no benefits included (hourly wage is negotiable for highly qualified candidates)
Number of available positions – 2
Close date – Review of applications will begin May 19, 2006
Contact – Kari A. Higgs
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
Description – Assist in all aspects of the manatee photo-identification project. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: photographing manatees, collecting environmental and behavioral data, matching images to known animals, drawing composite scar sketches of manatees, data entry and verification, equipment maintenance, management of volunteers/interns, and public outreach. Travel and working on weekends and holidays will be required periodically.
Qualifications – A bachelor's degree with a major in one of the biological sciences. The successful candidate must have strong computer skills, preferably including experience with Microsoft Office applications (particularly Microsoft Access) and photo-editing/management software. Previous experience in photo-identification, in the operation of digital SLR cameras, and in boat handling and trailering is strongly desired. Patience, organizational skills, attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work successfully with a number of different cooperators are essential qualifications for this position.
Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and a list of three references via email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] or standard mail to the following address.
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
Attn: Kari Higgs
100 8th Avenue S.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
FWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please contact the hiring authority in advance. Federal law requires that we hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide proof of their identity and employment eligibility.
Kari A. Higgs
Manatee Photo-identification
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Fish and Wildlife Research Institute
100 8th Avenue S.E.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 896-8626 x1912, Suncom 523-1912
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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