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National Audubon Society · 1 day ago

Lee County Barrier Island 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 hiring a seasonal Shorebird Anchor Steward to monitor and protect nesting shorebirds along the beaches of Lee County Barrier Islands, coordinating volunteer efforts and conducting public outreach.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Conduct public outreach at nesting beaches on weekends and holidays generally between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Hours may run longer per day or change as needed, and this is anticipated on holiday weekends. Transportation to the island leaves at 7:30 a.m. and returns around 4 p.m. with State Park partners

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

Coordinate with external partners, including State Parks staff and SCCF, for boating transportation to barrier islands for stewarding

Maintains and fosters culture of safety

Qualification

Volunteer recruitmentData record-keepingPublic outreachBird monitoringBoating experienceCommunication skillsProblem-solvingTeamworkPositive attitudeAdaptability

Required

Experience and ability with verbal communication, including a willingness to engage with large variety of the public

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

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

Works 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

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

Preferred

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

Must be comfortable with boating and working on the water. Experience using a motorboat is preferred, but not necessary

Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued

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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