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National Audubon Society · 1 day ago

Seasonal Biological Technician

Durham, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

1+ years exp

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Seasonal Biological Technician will assist in monitoring and managing the sanctuary system for nesting shorebirds, collecting data, educating the public, and working independently in outdoor conditions.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Monitor American Oystercatcher, Least Tern, and Piping and Wilson’s Plover abundance and productivity on barrier islands and other coastal sites: locate, mark, and track nests to success or failure, recording accurate data

Post nesting areas and maintain postings throughout the summer: lift and carry multiple 8’ wooden posts, use post-hole diggers and other hand tools

Monitor sea turtle nesting activity and install predator exclosure cages: identify crawls and dig 2’ trenches

Carry out protocols for specific monitoring and research projects and provide logistical support for the same: remain alert and observant for long periods of time, follow directions in detail, communicate effectively with partners and co-workers

Maintain accurate, detailed data: keep a regular field journal, maintain data sheets and spreadsheets, assist in producing written report and/or summary spreadsheets at the end of the season

Conduct shorebird surveys: identify shorebirds and gulls and terns, use binoculars and a spotting scope, count birds rapidly and accurately

Assist with other job-related activities as needed, including volunteer events, educational activities, and waterbird surveys: engage positively with the public and volunteers

Maintain a culture of safety

Qualification

Monitoring nesting shorebirdsIdentifying birdsOperating outboard motorboatsData collectionMS Office proficiencyPublic engagementCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Good written and oral communication skills, as well as strong organizational; ability to interact positively with the public and volunteers as well as with co-workers

Proficient in MS Office suite

Must possess valid driver's license and have the ability to pass NC boater's license test

Must be able to traverse up to 25 miles per week over sand and be able to work outdoors in adverse conditions (cold, extreme heat, humidity, biting insects, etc.), with or without reasonable accommodation

Must be able to maneuver up to 40 lbs, use manual post-hole diggers, and use other types of hand tools

Must be comfortable working alone, unsupervised, on the water and on uninhabited islands

Must be willing to start work early (sometimes before sunrise), work long, flexible hours, and work on weekends and holidays as needed, including Memorial Day Weekend and the Fourth of July

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

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in biology, wildlife management, or related field preferred, or 1-2 years of experience carrying out related field work

Previous experience monitoring nesting shorebirds and colonial waterbirds strongly preferred

Previous experience monitoring nesting sea turtles preferred

Previous experience identifying birds, either recreationally as a birdwatcher or in previous work; ability to identify shorebirds (sandpipers, plovers, and their relatives) and other waterbirds (gulls, terns, etc.) strongly preferred

Ability to operate outboard motorboats up to 23' in inshore waters and ability to tow, launch, and recover outboard motorboats up to 23'. Previous boating experience strongly preferred

Previous towing experience 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