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FIELD CREW LEADER- Coastal Bird Conservation/CONSERVIAN is seeking one Field
Crew Leader for a Master's Study project conducted in collaboration with
SUNY-ESF to monitor the impacts of human-caused disturbance on breeding
Snowy Plovers in the eastern Gulf. Study area will include sites in the
Florida panhandle and Alabama. Work will begin in mid Apr and continue until
late Jul. Housing and a weekly salary of
$325 will be provided. Crew Leader will be responsible for conducting Snowy
Plover nest and productivity monitoring, behavioral observations,
disturbance assessment and documentation, and assisting with banding at
multiple sites. Duties also include data collection, photo documentation,
use of a hand-held GPS unit, and data entry using Microsoft Excel. Position
will require working long hours, 6 days a week. This study requires a
patient individual who will enjoy spending hours locating, observing and
recording behavioral and disturbance data on beach-nesting birds. Crew
leader will professionally represent the project when interacting with the
public, site managers, and partners. 
Crew Leader will report to and work cooperatively with the Graduate
Student/Project Leader, and will be responsible for day-to-day supervision
and leadership of one research assistant intern. Applicant must be
self-motivated, organized, in good physical condition, enjoy walking several
miles in soft sand, possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills,
and be able to tolerate hot summer temperatures on the Gulf of Mexico. At
least 6 months prior field experience is required for this position.
Shorebird/plover experience, bird handling experience, and familiarity with
the operation of ATVs and 4x4 vehicles is preferred. Shared housing and
gasoline reimbursement for travel between work sites are provided. Must have
own waterproof 10x42 binoculars, a valid driver's license and own reliable
personal vehicle for travel between work sites. Please send 1) letter of
interest 2) a resume 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3
references to MARGO ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review
of applications is ongoing and will continue until position is filled.

POINT COUNT SURVEYER temporary/seasonal position for BIO-Logic, Inc. 
(URL http://www.bio-geo.com), located in Montrose, Colorado (work will be
throughout southwestern Colorado). Dates of work are 1 Apr through 1 Jul
2011. Last date to apply is 18 Mar 2011. Work will be done for Colorado
Division of Wildlife-funded research on effects of vegetation treatments on
sagebrush-dependent birds. Job will involve point count surveys and
vegetation sampling using established protocols. Working long days in the
field in all weather conditions and camping on a regular basis will be
required. Applicant must have demonstrated experience conducting bird point
counts in sagebrush steppe habitats, have ability to identify birds of
sagebrush habitats by sight and sound, have excellent hearing and vision,
and be in good physical condition. 
Botanical experience, especially ability to identify plants of sagebrush
habitats, is a plus. Applicant must have experience using GPS equipment and
topographic maps to navigate. The preferred Applicant will have a reliable
4WD vehicle, and a valid drivers license is required. Salary is
$2700 to $2900 per month DOE, with per diem and mileage provided. Please
send a resume and 2 references (electronic submission preferred) to: 
LINDA THOMPSON, Office Manager, (EM: lindat AT bio-geo.com, PH: 
970-240-4374, Ext. 10), Office address: BIO-Logic, Inc., 635 E. Main Street,
Suite 100, Montrose, CO 81401.

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, URBAN CONSERVATION ECOLOGY, Department of Wildlife,
Fish, and Conservation Biology, University of California, Davis, CA - The
University of California, Davis is recruiting an Urban Conservation
Ecologist at the tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR level, with fiscal year
(11-month) term employment to be offered and continued based on academic
personnel review. Candidates must have the ability to develop a vigorous,
extramurally-funded research program that addresses questions relevant to
the conservation of vertebrates in urban and anthropogenically-influenced
environments of California and the region, and to teach courses in urban
conservation ecology and share responsibility in other departmental teaching
needs. We seek candidates with vertebrate expertise, and we are especially
interested in applicants who work with birds. Qualifications include Ph.D.
in relevant discipline, and evidence of potential for accomplishment in
research, teaching, and service. To obtain additional information and apply
for the position please use the following website (URL: 
https://recruitments.ucdavis.edu/). Additional inquiries can be directed to
Professor JOHN EADIE, Recruitment Advisory Committee Chair, Department of
Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology, One Shields Ave., University of
California, Davis, CA 95616, (PH: 530-754-9204, FX: 
530-752-4154, EM: jmeadie AT ucdavis.edu). The position will remain open
until filled but to ensure consideration, applications should be received by
31 Mar 2011.
The college of agricultural and environmental sciences and department of
wildlife, fish and conservation biology at uc davis are committed to
building a diverse faculty, staff and student body reflecting the population
and educational needs of California and the nation.
UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer and
is dedicated to recruiting a diverse faculty community. We welcome all
qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans, and
individuals with disabilities.

MID-LEVEL WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST - Sapphos Environmental, Inc., a resource
management, planning, and environmental compliance consulting firm, is
looking for a general wildlife biologist with avian experience to work in
the Resources Management Group (RMG). Under the direction of the RMG
Manager, this position would require the employee to concurrently manage
multiple projects, including the coordination and scheduling of deliverables
and project budgets; design and conduct field studies; prepare technical
reports; respond to Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for
Qualifications (RFQs); and prepare and provide input to proposals. Example
of Possible Duties: Performance of field surveys and preparation of
biological resources technical reports as both standalone documents and for
inclusion in more complex environmental compliance documents Fieldwork
(identification of flora, plant communities, avian and mammalian species,
and/or reading and interpretation of topographic maps and aerial
photographs) Research (literature review, database searches, coordination
with resource agencies and experts) Project management (project budgeting,
scheduling, and coordination with other biologists and staff members,
including subconsultants) QUALIFICATIONS: 
Knowledgeable in identification of avian species in the Southwestern US, and
Southern California in particular; Knowledge of rare/endangered/threatened
species/issues as they relate to Southern California; Knowledge of the
federal and California Endangered Species Acts; Knowledge of the California
Environmental Quality Act is desirable; Strong skills in effective verbal
and written communication; Skills in using personal computers with knowledge
of MS Office; California Department of Fish and Game Collecting Permit
and/or USFWS Incidental Take permits is a plus; Experience with
environmental consulting preferred but not required. EDUCATION: The
successful candidate for mid-level wildlife biologist should have a
bachelor's degree in Biology, Botany, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, or
other related field, or a Bachelor's degree with 2 to 3 years of experience
in environmental consulting or regulatory agency work. COMPENSATION: The
salary range for this position is commensurate with level of education and
experience. All interested applicants, please send a cover letter, writing
sample (less than 5 pages), and resume to the e-mail address below, or visit
Sapphos Environmental, Inc.'s Web site at (URL: 
http://www.sapphosenvironmental.com). Sapphos Environmental, Inc., Attn: 
MS. LUCY WANG, Department of Human Resources, 430 N. Halstead Street,
Pasadena, CA 91107 (EM: careers AT sapphosenvironmental.com, PH: 
626-683-3547).

BANDING ASSISTANTS NEEDED to help with graduate student research on stopover
sites in New York City. We will band from sunrise until 4 hours after
sunrise 4-5 days a week from 1-31 May . Banding stations will be located in
Bronx County and Westchester County. Requirements for Banding
Assistants: Available for the entire period from 1 May- 31 May plus one week
of training at the end of Apr, able to provide own transportation and
housing, bird handling/bleeding/banding experience (or great interest in
gaining experience if lacking), field experience, and good attitude. I CAN
OFFER IN RETURN: Lots of field experience in a laid-back setting. Former
banding assistants have gone on to graduate school as well as to more
permanent field positions. I will also provide a small stipend to banding
assistants at the end of the season. TO APPLY: Please submit resume, cover
letter outlining relevant experience, and contact information for 3
references via e-mail to RACHEL BRICKLIN, Department of Biological Sciences,
Fordham University (EM: bricklin AT fordham.edu)

BIOLOGICAL INTERNSHIP-GENERAL - One full time intern needed primarily to
assist with invasive plant species inventory, mapping and eradication. 
Interns will mechanically, biologically, and chemically control invasive
plant species within the refuge boundary and monitor areas treated. 
Assist with biological surveys. Data collection will follow standardized
wildlife inventory/monitoring procedures and may include: vegetation
surveys, waterbird surveys, invertebrate sampling, and bathymetry surveys.
In addition, assist with water level management actions within refuge
impoundments. Other duties as assigned include, but not limited to
maintenance, construction, data entry, and office assistance. Interns may be
working long and variable hours in adverse conditions. Applicants must be in
good physical condition, possess valid driver's license, be able to use
kayak, canoe and/or other small non-motorized boats, have good communication
and organizational skills, ability to work well with others, live in close
quarters, and be an enthusiastic field worker. 
Work vehicle and equipment provided. Familiarity with field research
techniques, data collection procedures, and computer skills helpful. 
Free newly remodeled dormitory style housing available. Interns are
reimbursed for meals and incidental expenses at a rate of $181.50 per week.
Fax or email resume by 20 Mar 2011 to: VINNY TURNER, Wildlife Biologist (PH:
609/748 1535 FX: 609/748 2731 EM: vinny_turner AT fws.gov).

BANDING VOLUNTEERS AND INTERN NEEDED: Sandyston, NJ. Raccoon Ridge Bird
Observatory, a small banding station in Sussex Co., is seeking volunteers
and an unpaid intern for the spring 2011 banding season to help with data
entry, mist-netting, banding, and other daily tasks. No experience is
necessary but some knowledge of the common birds of New Jersey, a love of
birds, and a commitment to their welfare is a must! We band starting at dawn
and running about 5 hours daily. There is no housing available so volunteers
must have their own transportation to and from the station. We prefer
volunteers be able to commit to one morning a week or every other week, the
intern, twice a week. We will teach you everything you need to know about
aging/sexing passerines according to Pyle, banding, and running a station.
Looks great on a resume! Please contact CAILIN O'CONNOR FITZPATRICK (EM:
coconnor AT
bergen.edu) for more information.

BIRD MONITORING TECHNICIANS (2) needed from 1 May - 31 Jul 2011 to work for
the University of Delaware conducting point counts in the National Capital
Region Network of National Parks located in MD, VA, WV, and Washington D.C.
Highly motivated research technicians are needed to help implement the
forest breeding bird monitoring protocol in the National Capital Region
Network of National Parks. Work will include conducting bird point counts,
and detailed field data collection and entry. 
Applicants must have demonstrable forest breeding songbird identification
skills (by sight and sound), GPS and orienteering skills, ability to follow
standardized protocol, and the ability to work well, both independently and
with others. Applicants should be in good physical condition, and
enthusiastic about early mornings and a rigorous field season. Applicants
with prior bird point count experience are preferred. Technicians will be
paid $10/hr in addition to free housing. 
Please email a short cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3
references to ZACH LADIN (EM: zach AT udel.edu, PH: 401-996-0989). Feel free
to contact me with any questions.

AVIAN SURVEYOR (1 Position) - Temporary Position (includes 3 seasons) -
Spring (May), Fall (Oct/Nov) 2011, and Winter (Jan/Feb) 2012. Colorado State
University will hire this individual on a temporary basis to conduct bird
surveys using point count methodology at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Location: The
installation is located in Southwest New Jersey and consists of 31,000
acres. Duration of Employment: Approx. 3-4 weeks/season. Salary: $25.00
/hr., depending on qualifications. Field vehicles provided. Housing and
stipend provided. Job Description: 
Conduct point counts across the installation in areas representative of the
major vegetation types. Specific tasks will include establish and GPS
points, identify habitat type, bird species by sight and vocalization, and
tally of individuals by location. If a sensitive bird species (e.g., federal
or state species of concern) is located, additional information will be
noted (e.g., habitat condition, potential and existing threats), and nest
searches will be made. If a nest is found in the area, it will be monitored
to describe condition, number of eggs, and activities. Qualifications: BS/BA
degree in range, botany, biology, ecology, forestry, or a related field.
Applicants must have ability to identify east coast birds by sight and
sound, with coursework and experience in regional bird identification and
bird monitoring methodology. Familiarity with the local ecology and ability
to work well alone are all desirable. Applicants must be willing and able to
work in and endure hot weather and occasional thunderstorms, walk several
miles a day over rough terrain, use a compass and topographic maps, and be
familiar with computer operation and data entry. A valid U.S. driver's
license is required. To apply please send a cover letter, resume, and
contact information for three references to: DOUG GOMEZ, 1987 SW Prestwick
Pl Bend, OR 97702 (EM: douggomez AT gmail.com). Email applications
preferred. Please submit your application as a single PDF or MS word file
and include the email subject heading "Fort Dix Avian Surveys ". Please
apply ASAP as the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is
found (applications will not be considered after
15 Apr 2011). CSU is EEO/AA employer.

AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) needed to assist a University of Illinois
master's student studying the endangered black-capped vireo at Fort Hood,
Texas. The position starts ASAP and will continue until 24 Jun 2011. Work
may include resighting color-banded birds, locating and monitoring nests,
delineating territories, and assisting with netting and banding birds. The
technician will be expected to keep extensive records and follow detailed
protocols. Pay is $13.00/hour. The technician must provide their own housing
and transportation to work. 
Work lasts 40-55 hours/week and you will get overtime pay for hours beyond
40/week. Some weekend work may be expected. Applicants should be in good
physical condition, have good hearing, and be able to see the full spectrum
of colors. Bachelor's degree in related field is preferred and prior
songbird nest searching and banding experience is a plus. Work starts before
sunrise, and involves walking in a hot, sunny environment with chiggers,
fire ants, cacti, snakes, and poison ivy along with a colorful variety of
birds and wildflowers. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and a
good driving record. To apply, e-mail one document containing a cover
letter, resume and contact information for 3 references to KRISTIN COMOLLI
(EM: kcomolli AT tnc.org). Include "seasonal biologist" in subject line of
e-mail. This position needs to be filled immediately, so apply quickly if
you would like to be considered.

TWO (2) AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (FT, SEASONAL) needed for breeding bird and
habitat surveys on pine plantations across northern Louisiana and southern
Arkansas between 14 Apr and late Jun 2011, with possible extension through
Jul, for the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Aquaculture, Mississippi
State University. Duties include: (1) Surveying breeding birds on young pine
stands via point-counts; (2) vegetation survey/structure assessment; (3)
possibly some data entry (TBD); (4) possibly some minimal experiment setup.
Study sites will likely be dispersed over a large geographic area, so expect
mid-season relocations and extensive early-morning driving to reach sites.
Work schedule will include pre-dawn departures to accommodate drive time and
will typically average 6 days per week, with days off being dictated by
weather (rainy days off). Travel on foot for several miles per day may be
required. The technician must be willing to work alone on pine stands, so
they must be strongly self-motivated and self-sufficient. 
Lodging/Supplies/Transportation: Lodging will be provided, likely at a
mixture of bunk houses, motels, and similar locations. Teams will move
periodically to minimize morning drive time to study sites. Technicians will
provide their own food (a limited food per diem will be provided) and all
personal field supplies (including quality binoculars). Snake chaps will be
provided (mainly for briars). A project vehicle (automatic
transmission) will be provided and technicians may be asked to drive. 
Qualifications: Strong experience identifying early-successional and
riparian birds of the South by sight and sound absolutely required; ability
to collect quality field data under sometimes challenging conditions (heat,
humidity, cantankerous vegetation, bugs, snakes); experience with Southern
plant ID and vegetation surveys strongly preferred; knowledge of MS Excel
for data entry; valid driver's license; experience with GPS and map
navigation a plus. Compensation: $10/hr for work hours plus half of
work-related travel time. Lodging provided. A limited food per diem will be
provided. TO APPLY: Send resume, cover letter describing avian experience,
and contact information for 3 references (email preferred) to MICHAEL
PARRISH (EM: mparrish AT cfr.msstate.edu).

WILDLIFE TECHNICIANS/BIOLOGISTS - Normandeau Associates, Inc., an
employee-owned environmental consulting firm specializing in water and
natural resources issues, seeks Wildlife Technicians/Biologists for multiple
openings. These positions would be based in northern New England (Falmouth,
ME or field offices). The positions, needed from Apr to Aug, involve the
completion of the following types of tasks: 
post-construction mortality monitoring of birds and bats at wind energy
facilities, acoustic bat studies, breeding bird surveys, spring and fall
raptor migration surveys, and studies of bald eagle nesting activity. 
Additional duties may also be assigned on an as-needed basis and may include
surveys for amphibians and invertebrates; training for these surveys will be
provided. Attention to detail, the willingness/ability to work alone and
with minimal supervision, and computer skills is required. Field work
requires a substantial amount of walking and will be conducted under a
variety of weather conditions. Prior experience collecting and recording
data in the field is required and prior experience identifying northeastern
forest passerines is desirable for the technician positions. Prior
experience identifying northeastern forest passerines by ear and raptors on
the wing is required for the biologist positions. Qualified candidates
should have minimum of a Bachelor's degree in an environmental field. Strong
verbal communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to learn
new skills, and flexibility in work assignments. The successful applicant
will be self-motivated, organized, and able to switch between diverse tasks
with ease. Candidates should be able to work in the U.S. without company
sponsorship. Please submit a cover letter, resume and 3 references to: 
Normandeau Associates, Inc., Attn: ROBYN CHADWICK, 25 Nashua Road, Bedford,
NH 03110 (EM: HR AT normandeau.com).

BANDING ASSISTANT needed to help run a spring and fall migration banding
station on an offshore island in the Gulf of Maine. Primary duties will be
to assist with all aspects of daily banding operations, nighttime
orientation tests, and data entry. Assistants will also be responsible for
conducting daily on the ground surveys for songbird migrants. This is an
opportunity to hone your banding skills at a LARGE volume migration banding
station with a North American Banding Council certified trainer, all the
while taking in the beauty that the Maine Coast has to offer. Applicants
must have some prior banding experience, be hard working, willing to learn
new and/or improve existing banding skills, have a positive attitude, and be
able to enjoy remote island life. Preference will be given to applicants
with previous songbird survey experience. Tentative start and end dates for
the spring season are 29 Apr-7 Jun ($1,625 for five weeks) and 15 Aug-20 Oct
($3,000 for
10 weeks) for the fall season. Funding is also available for a short-term
position from 25 Sep-20 Oct. Island housing (and lobster) is included.
Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact
information for three references to (EM: adrienne.leppold AT
umit.maine.edu). Please include your interest in applying, any relevant
experience, and the time period(s) for which you are available. Deadline is
25 Mar, however, there may be an additional application period this summer
for fall hires. Stay tuned. This project is a collaborative effort between
the USFWS Maine Coastal Islands NWR and the Univ. of Maine.

POINT COUNT TECHNICIAN/CREW LEADER - The Hurlbert Lab at UNC is hiring an
avian point count technician to serve as a crew leader from mid-May through
early Aug. The project is designed to collect data on arthropod availability
and vegetation structure in order to characterize bird communities in the
mountains of North Carolina and Virginia. Duties may include conducting
avian point counts following standard protocols, collecting behavioral data
on foraging birds, sampling vegetation, and supervising a small team of 2-4
researchers while collecting arthropod data at study sites. Some data entry
may also be required. A salary of
$2,000-$2,200 per month (depending on experience) and fees associated with
lodging during sampling (campground fees, field station fees) will be
provided. Qualifications: Applicants must be in good physical condition,
self-motivated, and possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
Must be willing and able to work long hours in rugged and variable field
conditions and possess a careful attention to detail. Prior experience with
bird identification by sight and sound (preferably in the Southeast) is
required. Experience navigating with maps, GPS, and a compass is preferred.
A valid driver's license is also required. Application Materials:
Application materials should include: 
(1) A cover letter of one page describing background, field and leadership
experience, knowledge of bird identification, and interest in the position,
(2) A resume that documents relevant coursework, experience, skills, and
abilities, and (3) The names and contact information of 3 references.
Materials may be submitted through e-mail as a single document to KATIE
BECRAFT (EM: kbecraft AT email.unc.edu). 
Preliminary hiring decisions will be made by 31 Mar 2011, but applications
will be accepted until the position is filled. Website: 
(URL: http://www.bio.unc.edu/Faculty/Hurlbert/lab).

RCW BIOLOGIST (1) needed ASAP, for full time, OPS, year-round position
working on red-cockaded woodpecker population monitoring in central Florida
(Kenansville). Duties will include nest searching, nest monitoring, climbing
trees using Swedish sectional ladders, capturing and banding adults and
nestlings, identifying birds by reading color bands, data entry, collecting
GPS data and making maps, maintaining natural and artificial cavities, and
writing yearly reports. Applicants must be willing to work a flexible
schedule to include early mornings and evenings in hot and humid conditions.
Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience monitoring
nests, banding birds, reading color bands, navigating in the woods, and
using ArcGIS and Access programs. Applicants must possess a valid driver's
license. Pay
rate: $13.96/hour. Field housing available. Applications will be accepted
until a suitable applicant is found. Please send (via e-mail or regular
mail) a cover letter explaining your interest in the job and relevant
experience, a resume, and the names, phone numbers, addresses, and e-mail
addresses of three references to: TINA HANNON, Florida Fish and Wildlife
Conservation Commission, 1231 Prairie Lakes Rd., Kenansville, FL 34739. (EM:
Tina.Hannon AT MyFWC.com, PH: 407-436-1009) Feel free to contact Tina Hannon
at the number listed above with any questions.

FIELD BIOLOGISTS (1-2 positions) needed from to 9 May - 8 Jul. Major duties
include conducting point counts using variable circular plots with distance
sampling and collecting pertinent vegetation data on public lands in various
parts of Alaska as part of the Alaska Landbird Monitoring Survey. He or she
also supervises the survey intern/trainee. 
The Field Biologist will enter and reduce data. He/she will work under the
direction of the Projects Manager. 2011. Proficiency at identifying interior
Alaska birds by sight and sound, and GPS/compass/topographic map
navigational skills required. Proficiency at distance sampling and previous
experience with point counts and working in remote field locations is
required. Bachelor's degree in biology, ecology, or related field preferred.
Must be able to follow study protocols, carefully record field data, and
enjoy working with others in remote field camps. 
Valid driver's license and good driving record. Must pass gun safety
training and be able to legally carry a firearm. The Field Biologist must be
in superb physical condition. Conducting bird surveys may require up to nine
hours/day of strenuous walking through water and muskeg, stepping over logs
and streams, crossing uneven terrain, traversing steep hills while
bushwhacking through dense stands of alder and spruce, carrying a 30-60
pound backpack, and accessing transects by helicopter or long hikes. Must be
able to get up as early as 1 AM up to seven days/week for three weeks in a
row. Must be able to tolerate heavy insect activity and all types of weather
conditions including extreme temperatures. Study areas may be frequented by
grizzly and black bears; therefore the Field Biologist must be capable of
understanding the risks associated with this work and have the ability to
make common sense decisions concerning wildlife interactions. Pay rate is
$15-17/hr DOE plus applicable overtime. Lodging: camping, laundry, shower
facilities, and bicycle transportation provided while in Fairbanks. Travel
Reimbursement: Up to $ 850.00 round trip with receipt. Transportation to and
from the airport provided. Applications should be submitted no later than 31
Mar 2011. TO APPLY: Please submit a resume, cover letter, names and phone
numbers of three references, and an ABO application (available online at
http://www.alaskabird.org) to TIMOTHY WALKER, Alaska Bird Observatory, 418
Wedgewood Dr., Fairbanks, AK 99701, or electronically in Microsoft Word
format to: (EM: twalker AT alaskabird.org).

GRASSLAND BIRD TECHNICIANS (10-12), Pennsylvania - I will be hiring
10-12 field technicians to assist me in the third year of my PhD research on
grassland bird community response to habitat manipulation on reclaimed
surface mine grasslands in west-central Pennsylvania. There are two
projects. Those individuals hired for project one will be assessing changes
in survival, apparent return rates, and population sizes for these areas
following vegetation removal. As a field tech you will assist me in
capturing (via playback) and banding adult and nestling Grasshopper,
Henslow's, Savannah, and Vesper Sparrows on these grasslands. We will also
be nest-searching and monitoring, and resighting color-banded birds to
estimate population sizes. Those with substantial skills and experience will
be considered for crew leader positions. Those hired for project two will be
visiting several grasslands each day to determine if they are occupied by
grassland birds through distance sampling. You must have solid bird
identification skills. There will be opportunities for individuals to
participate in both projects but you will be primarily assigned to one or
the other. We will be working in hot weather with limited shade, and we will
be starting the days very early. We will work 5 days each week, but they
will be full days (8-10 hrs). You'll be an employee of the Cooperative Fish
and Wildlife Research Unit at Penn State and paid $400 per week. 
You will be provided with very good housing and work vehicles. You will
likely have your own bedroom. Requirements: You must have good vision and
hearing, solid bird identification skills, a valid driver's license, and an
enthusiastic interest in ecology, evolution, and birds. You should have a
willingness to learn, work as part of a team, and for project one,
preferably have some avian handling experience. I am looking for
self-reliant, self-supervised, and dependable individuals who can think on
their own. Those interested in grad school or a career in the wildlife
sciences are especially encouraged to apply. You will need to be in
Pennsylvania around 10 May and the position will end around 1 Aug 2011. This
will be hard work, but we will have a good time as well: swimming, eating
BBQ and lots of ice cream. I will begin interviewing and hiring applicants
immediately as I receive applications so apply early. Send me (via email) a
cover letter and your resume with complete contact information for yourself
and 2 or 3 references by 14 Mar 2011. Indicate your interest in project one
or two or both. Please denote your relationship (i.e., former boss or
professor) to each of your references. JASON HILL (EM: jmh656 AT psu.edu).
The Ecology Program, The Pennsylvania State University, (PH: 814-865-0772).

TEMPORARY BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS - BHE Environmental, Inc. will begin
screening applications immediately for one to several openings for temporary
biological field technicians, who will conduct various avian surveys (point
count, raptor migration, etc.) and other biological surveys as needed. Work
will run approximately mid-Mar to the end of Jun. There is a possibility of
further job assignments during the summer and/or fall. The job sites will be
located primarily in northwest Ohio and housing will not be provided.
Requirements: * Bachelor's degree (wildlife biology, wildlife management,
etc.) preferred; however, undergraduates and others with experience birding
in the Midwest will be considered. * Must have experience conducting avian
surveys (point counts, raptor migration surveys, etc.), and must be able to
identify birds by sight and sound. * Salary: $15 to $17 hour depending on
experience. * Valid driver's license required. * Applicant must use their
own vehicle, but mileage will be reimbursed at $0.51/mile. * Applicant must
maintain a professional attitude, be capable of working alone, taking
detailed notes, and keeping data organized. * At least two references that
can vouch for birding qualifications. BHE, Environmental, Inc. reserves the
right to change job requirements and duties at any time. For immediate
consideration visit (URL: 
http://www.bheenvironmental.com) select Careers and complete a profile.

DIRECTOR OF BIRD CONSERVATION, Gulf of Mexico & Mississippi Flyway, National
Audubon Society, Baton Rouge, LA. Immediate Supervisor: Melanie Driscoll.
The primary purpose of the position is to help define and implement the
goals and objectives of conservation plans for the Mississippi Flyway, the
Gulf of Mexico, and coastal Louisiana in order to prioritize and implement
bird and habitat conservation initiatives for Audubon in Louisiana. The
position reports to the Director of Bird Conservation, Gulf of Mexico &
Mississippi Flyway. Essential Functions: 
*Provide technical expertise related to birds and habitat in Louisiana. 
*Provide expertise to help with bird, habitat, and threat monitoring,
citizen science and conservation planning focused on Important Bird Areas
and other key sites in Louisiana. *Design and implement measures of success
focused on birds and habitat for our Coastal Louisiana, Gulf of Mexico and
Mississippi Flyway conservation initiatives. *Work closely with state and
regional science staff and partners to select and implement priority bird
conservation projects in order to achieve the goals of our bird conservation
programs and guide future efforts. *Work closely with our science, policy,
education, and communications staff to guide planning, monitoring, and
conservation implementation focused on Louisiana, and to integrate these
efforts into Mississippi Flyway and Gulf of Mexico conservation plans and
goals. Additional Functions: Other duties as assigned to accomplish goals of
the Mississippi Flyway, Gulf of Mexico, and Louisiana Coastal Restoration
projects. Relationships: 
Internal: *Reports directly to the Director of Bird Conservation, Gulf of
Mexico & Mississippi Flyway; *Works closely with other Audubon Gulf Coast
Initiative technical and administrative staff; *Works closely with other
Mississippi Flyway and Gulf of Mexico technical and administrative staff.
External: *Grant Partners and Other NGO's, *Contractors, *Scientists,
*Government Officials, *Audubon Chapters and non-Audubon Birding Clubs,
*Other Ornithological Organizations. Equipment: (e.g., computer, typewriter,
calculator, copy machines, telephone, etc.). Able to operate Windows-based
computers, still and video cameras, basic field equipment. Qualifications:
(e.g., education, training, experience, licenses and skills): *M.S. in
Ornithology, Avian Ecology, Natural Resources, or a related field.
Equivalent experience will be considered. 
*Candidate should have at least five years of work experience in natural
resources management, biology, or related environmental or conservation
work. Candidates should be well versed in conservation, biology and
identification of Louisiana birds. *Experience in GIS is desirable. 
*Candidate must have a proven record in project management including
managing grants, completing reports, contracts, articles and other projects.
Candidate must be self-motivated and willing to work in a flexible,
non-structured environment. *Candidate must be willing to conduct some
in-state travel, occasional out-of-state travel and be comfortable with
working evenings and weekends as job responsibilities demand. A valid
driver's license is necessary. Physical Requirements: 
(e.g., lifting, reaching, climb, push/pull, etc.): *Ability to travel in
cars, planes, boats and other vehicles, *Ability to work outdoors in
inclement or extreme weather, *Ability to carry field equipment, *Ability to
work with and handle live or dead specimens (banding/tagging, specimen
collection, etc.). Contact: To apply send via e-mail a cover letter stating
interest, curriculum vitae/resume, and contact information for three
references to: MELANIE DRISCOLL, Director of Bird Conservation, Gulf of
Mexico and Mississippi River Flyway, National Audubon Society (EM: mdriscoll
AT audubon.org).
WHITEFISH POINT BIRD OBSERVATORY, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula of
Michigan, is seeking a WATERBIRD COUNTER for the spring 2011 season. 
The position lasts 15 Apr-7 Jun 2011. Applicants should be adept at
identifying waterbirds at a distance and be prepared to deal with strong
winds, rain, and possibly snow. Applicants must have their own binoculars to
use, and preferably their own scope as well. The waterbird observation area
also allows for viewing many of the songbirds and hawks that migrate through
Whitefish Point. This is a prime migration site for many northern species of
owls, hawks, winter finches, and eastern warblers. Fellow staff will also be
conducting a hawk count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided,
including full kitchen, laundry, and Internet. Duties include daily count,
data entry, blog updates, and writing a seasonal report. Pay is
$900-1000/month based on experience, plus free housing. Please send cover
letter, resume and references to RICH KEITH at: (EM: warblerrke AT
gmail.com). Position is open until filled. Check out our waterbird blog for
more info: (URL: 
http://www.waterbirds.wpbo.org).

VOLUNTEER WATERBIRD MONITORING TECHNICIAN (1) - The Prescott College Kino
Bay Center for Cultural and Ecological Studies' Waterbird Monitoring Program
(WMP) seeks a volunteer field tech to work with the resident Research and
Conservation Fellow to conduct a diverse array of waterbird monitoring
projects. Located in Kino Bay, Sonora, Mexico, on the edge of the Gulf of
California, Prescott College Kino Bay Center is situated among the Midriff
Islands. Strong tidal currents and seasonal wind patterns create year-round
upwelling that makes the Midriff Region of the Gulf of California one of the
most productive marine ecosystems in the world. Hundreds of thousands of
waterbirds and marine mammals pass through the region seasonally, using the
productivity to fatten up before long migrations or in some cases to spend
the winter or breed. 
Surprisingly this region has received less ornithological attention than
many areas in North America, and new discoveries of nesting colonies and new
species records are common. The WMP operates in an assortment of habitats
ranging from rocky islands to muddy estuaries, conducting monitoring of
migratory and resident waterbirds. Projects include: 
Multispecies waterbirds censuses in coastal wetlands, nest monitoring for
~20 species of waterbirds including herons, egrets, ibis', spoonbills,
terns, pelicans, gulls, plovers, oystercatchers, and murrelets, nest success
studies of the Gulf endemic Yellow-footed Gull, nest searches for Craveri's
Murrelet, Wilson's Plover, and Least Terns, and others. For more information
about the projects please see last year's activity report (URL: 
http://www.prescott.edu/highlights/kino/documents/rcp-activitiesreport.pdf
). The tech will be responsible for field data collection for some of these
studies. Also, if the tech shows interest, the opportunity to help write
several pending articles exists. This is a great opportunity for applicants
looking for work experience or to diversify a monitoring skill set, as well
as spending time in the contrasting and rich ecosystems of the Gulf of
California and the Sonoran desert. Required experience/skills includes:
familiarity with identifying waterbirds (esp. shorebirds, gulls, terns);
ability to collect data accurately in harsh conditions (desert sun, high
heat, biting insects); interest in bird conservation; experience using
Trimble GPS and ArcGIS (not required); English and Spanish language skills
(English required Spanish suggested); ability to work and live as a team
member in a remote field station in a small fishing village in northern
Mexico; experience entering data in Excel; must be able to lift 40 lbs. and
be re relatively good shape (able to walk 10+ km in a day sometimes through
thick mud and water thigh deep). Start date is flexible but a commitment of
at least 8 weeks is required. This is a volunteer position and is unpaid.
Cost of living in Kino Bay is low and housing and a small stipend to help
cover cost of food and transportation will be provided. 
If you have any questions before you apply please contact ABRAM FLEISHMAN
(EM: abfleishman AT gmail.com). If you are interested in applying, please
send a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a brief cover
letter that addresses your interest in the project, relevant
experience(including group living, bird monitoring, data collection, level
of Spanish) , and dates available. Preference with be given to applicants
who can start ASAP. Please send application materials to: ABRAM FLEISHMAN
(address above). Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

VOLUNTEERS needed to participate in fieldwork for PhD project in the
lowlands of Amazonian Peru. The field season takes place from late Jul / Aug
until Dec 2011. This study requires mainly mist-netting birds, search and
monitor nests, behavioral observations, vegetation sampling and banding
birds. We will be working long hours from early morning on and occasionally
data entry will take place during the night. 
Communication is limited, we can have between 3 and 4 weeks without email or
phone access. Minimum of 2 months commitment is required. 
Please send the applications before 10 Apr 2011 via email (EM: 
jungvari-at-ufl.edu) with (1) one letter explaining why you want this
difficult job, (2) CV and (3) names and emails of two references that can
talk about your field work and personal qualities. Please do not hesitate to
contact me to obtain a better idea about the project and for specific
details about the field site. Unfortunately I cannot cover salaries or
transportation to Peru, but I will cover transportation to the stations,
food and station fees--basically all the costs while in the field.
Qualification : Applicants should be in good physical shape, able to work
well in a group setting, and be willing to work long hours
(10 hours per day under difficult conditions (heat, rain, high humidity and
lots of biting and stinging insects) in the field. This job is right for
people that are interested in conducting behavioral and ecological studies
and that have previous field experience (especially tropical). 
Please keep in mind that I receive many applicants each year, and, due to
the remoteness and field conditions, I personally prefer volunteers with
previous experience with fieldwork that can live happily in uncomfortable
conditions (camping for months on end) with a group of people. Salary :
none. Website with photos and testimonials from previous volunteers (URL:
http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/ordwaylab/judit/). 
Start Date : 30 Jul 2011 (approximately); Application Deadline : 10 Apr
2011; Contact Person : JUDIT UNGVARI-MARTIN; (PH: 352-273-1967; EM: 
jungvari-at-ufl.edu).

FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) - needed 1 Jun to 15 Aug 2011. We are looking for 1
technician to assist on a Master's research project examining the effects of
the introduction of the Tamarix beetle on insectivorous birds along the
Dolores River, CO. Duties will include multi-species point counting,
mist-netting, and insect sampling via sweeps and branch clipping. Applicants
should have experience mist-netting and banding birds, preferably in the
western US/Rocky Mountains region. They should be able to work in remote
areas, in hot and inclement weather. 
Experience performing crop irrigation is preferred, but not required. 
Similarly, it is preferred that applicants have experience identifying birds
by call and song. Field housing will be provided. Salary is $10.86 per hour.
Must provide own source of transportation to and from the site at Slick
Rock, CO. If interested, please send a resume, contact information for 3
references, and a brief cover letter to: SARAH PUCKETT, (EM: spuckett AT
email.arizona.edu). Last date to apply will be
1 May 2011.

FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) FOR SOUTHERN YUKON, CANADA - Wildlife Conservation
Society Canada is seeking two (2) assistants for a study of riparian and
boreal forest birds in southern Yukon. Position duration approximately
16 May to 31 Jul 2011. The project will be conducted primarily between
Whitehorse and Teslin in the Southern Lakes ecoregion. The region is largely
wilderness, characterized by broad valleys, rolling hills, mountain plateaus
and numerous large lakes. It supports 150+ bird species in the summer and
intact populations of large mammals. This is the first year of a multi-year
project aimed at developing best management practices for forestry
activities in valley bottoms, which are under increasing threats from
resource development. In the first year we will study bird communities in
intact forest and riparian habitat. This is a great opportunity to work in a
beautiful northern boreal wilderness! Field assistant responsibilities will
include multi-species point count surveys, spot-mapping, vegetation
sampling, and data entry. Candidates must have experience identifying birds
by sight and sound (not necessarily in southern Yukon). Drivers license is
required. Experience driving a truck with a trailer, operating ATVs, and
hiking, camping, and/or working in remote areas is preferred. First aid and
bear safety training is also beneficial. Candidates must be willing to work
very early mornings (as early as 3:30 am), camp and work in remote locations
with black and grizzly bears and under variable weather conditions, and work
independently and as part of a small team. 
Compensation is $2800-$3600/month, depending on experience. Housing will be
provided. Travel to the Yukon is not included. To apply, please send as a
single document (either PDF or MS Word) a cover letter (including
description of experience, qualifications, and dates of availability),
resume, and contact information for three references to HILARY COOKE
(EM: hcooke AT wcs.org).