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National Audubon Society · 10 hours ago

Wading Bird Biologist

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$19.50/hr - $19.50/hr

1+ years exp

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. They are seeking a Wading Bird Biologist to support wading bird nesting surveys in Southwest Florida, primarily focusing on Reddish Egret nesting and collaborating with partners to ensure successful survey completion.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Breeding wading bird and seabird surveys focusing on state-threatened Reddish Egrets, but also including Little Blue Herons, Tricolored Herons, Roseate Spoonbills, Wood Storks, Brown Pelicans and other species

Conducting direct count and flightline surveys to determine nesting abundance of colonial wading birds and seabirds

Record detailed field data and enter data into databases as required

Collaborate with team members and external partners to ensure surveys are completed at all sites

Assist with other waterbird conservation and survey eﬀorts as needed

Responsible for routine cleaning and maintenance of program vehicles, trailers, and boats as needed

Other job-related duties as assigned

Maintains and fosters culture of safety

Qualification

Bird surveysWading bird identificationData entryBoat operationVerbal communicationProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

1-2 years' demonstrated experience performing bird surveys required

Comfort working on boats and kayaking is required

Strong verbal communication and problem-solving skills; excellent judgment and decision-making skills

Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to complete assigned tasks

Must be able to maneuver with up to 35lbs with or without accommodation

Must be able to work long days, including early mornings often in hot and humid Florida field conditions

Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife ecology or related field preferred

Experience in wading bird identification and performing waterbird surveys strongly preferred

Comfort trailering boats and operating a motorboat in nearshore marine waters preferred

Demonstrated success with accurate recording of field-collected data and data entry using MS Excel or online web portal data entry is preferred

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

Company

National Audubon Society

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The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

Founded in 1905

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees