National Audubon Society · 3 days ago
Beach Nesting Bird Technician
New Orleans, LA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19/hr - $19/hr
1+ years expThe National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Seasonal Coastal Bird Technician will monitor and protect beach-nesting bird species, engage with local communities, and provide educational outreach to visitors.
EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Posting and fencing nesting sites, monitoring disturbance rates, colony size, nest and chick fates, and fledging rates to determine productivity
Resighting banded adults and chicks to determine territory ownership and to confirm fledge success
Deploying game cameras on active nests and maintaining and organizing photos throughout the season
Working with full-time staff to engage local communities, organizing volunteer events, and using social media to increase awareness around protecting sensitive beach-nesting birds
Providing virtual/in-person educational programs for visiting beachgoers and local communities
Enter data daily and maintain order and quality for all existing datasets
Exact combinations of responsibilities may vary among positions but require working during early mornings and sometimes evenings, on weekends and holidays, and in the Louisiana summer heat. Working on Memorial Day and 4th of July holiday weekends is required. Work weeks will average 40 hours per week across the term of employment but may vary and be unpredictable each week, depending on program needs
Joint planning and execution of shared priorities
Maintains and fosters culture of safety
Qualification
Required
Must have completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Environmental Education, or a related field
At least one season of work experience in avian ecology or coastal ecosystems; experience banding birds without supervision is a plus
Excellent interpersonal as well as written and oral communication skills
Must be willing to work long hours outside under physically demanding conditions (hot, humid, biting insects) and to live in group field housing (provided)
Must be comfortable interacting with the public and staff of multiple partner organizations
Must have strong organizational skills and great attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint required
A valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle are required for travel between housing and nearby work sites; travel will be reimbursed at the current federal rate
Must be willing to live in Cameron Parish, LA in provided housing
Must properly maintain field equipment and keep supplies and materials organized
Please submit a cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references in a single PDF document to apply for the position by 1 March 2026
Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation
Preferred
Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued
Benefits
Group housing provided in Cameron Parish, LA
Travel will be reimbursed at the current federal rate
Company
National Audubon Society
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.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.23MKey Investors
Bezos Earth FundNFWF
2025-10-23Grant
2025-05-21Grant· $0.05M
2022-04-12Grant· $0.18M
Leadership Team
Elizabeth Gray, Ph.D.
Chief Executive Officer
Marco Carbone
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
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