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National Audubon Society · 20 hours ago

Fort Myers (Lee County) Anchor Steward

University, FL

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. They are seeking a seasonal Shorebird Anchor Steward to monitor and protect nesting shorebirds along the Gulf Coast and Northeast Atlantic Coast of Florida, coordinating and training volunteers while conducting public outreach.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays, including Fridays, generally between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Hours may run longer per day or change as needed, and this is anticipated on holiday weekends

Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species, and enter/report data to the supervisor

Assist site managers and Audubon staff with installing symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed

Assist with recruiting volunteers; train and schedule volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays

Work closely with site managers and Audubon staff, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times

Maintains and fosters culture of safety

Qualification

Volunteer recruitmentPublic outreachData record-keepingMonitoring nesting birdsInterest in conservationTeam collaborationProblem solvingPositive attitudeAdaptability

Required

Comfortable speaking to groups and engaging with a wide variety of audiences

Experience and ability with record-keeping and summarizing data for grant-required reports

Demonstrated experience with recruiting, training, supporting, and scheduling volunteers

Work well independently and with other staff and volunteers

A positive and diplomatic attitude

Comfortable working outdoors in sandy beach environments during Florida summers and managing field equipment up to 30 lbs, with or without accommodation

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

Must be willing to work weekends and holidays during nesting season

Ability to adapt and problem solve in an ever-changing situation

Interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society a must

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

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

Preferred

Previous experience with monitoring and stewardship for one sea/shorebird nesting season preferred, but similar experience will be considered

Experience using a motorboat is preferred, but not necessary

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