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National Audubon Society · 13 hours ago

South Pinellas County Anchor Steward

Audubon, FL

Full-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 Anchor Steward to monitor and protect nesting shorebirds along the Gulf Coast of Florida, primarily focusing on organizing volunteer efforts and conducting public outreach to minimize disturbances to nesting sites.

EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation

Responsibilities

Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species; report data in the Florida Shorebird Database and Excel spreadsheets as directed by the supervisor

Assist site managers and partners with installation of symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed

Conduct public outreach at beach-nesting sites on weekends and holidays, to target maximum number of beachgoers and prevent nest disturbance. Hours may run longer or change as needed, and overtime is anticipated on holiday weekends

Assist with recruitment of volunteers; train and schedule volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and to conduct public outreach at nesting sites on weekends and holidays

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

Contribute to report writing as needed and submitting content for program-related publications in a variety of media

Communicate management needs to supervisor

Other job-related duties as assigned

Assist with Audubon staff to ensure that inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work

Maintains and fosters a culture of safety

Qualification

Data collectionVolunteer recruitmentPublic outreachNatural resources knowledgeShorebird monitoringCommitment to conservationCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationPositive attitude

Required

Completed or enrolled in a degree program in natural resources or a similar field

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong data collection and organizational skills

Works well independently and with other staff, partners, and volunteers

Capability of carrying field equipment in Florida summer field conditions while traversing up to 5 miles on sandy beaches, with or without accommodation

Ability to move 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, holidays, and some evenings, often in hot and humid Florida Summer field conditions

Must have a positive and diplomatic attitude

Must have an interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society

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

Preferred

Experience recruiting, training, supporting, and scheduling volunteers preferred

Familiarity with Pinellas County beaches preferred

Previous experience with shorebird and seabird monitoring and stewardship is helpful, but not required

Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing inclusion, and belonging

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