Manomet Conservation Sciences · 1 week ago
Shorebird Outreach and Monitoring Technician
Plymouth, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $50K/yr
3+ years expManomet Conservation Sciences is dedicated to empowering stakeholders through science and ecosystem management. The Shorebird Outreach and Monitoring Technician will assist in increasing wetland and shallow water habitat for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds, engage landowners, and conduct waterbird monitoring and surveying activities.
EducationEnvironmental ConsultingSocialWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Conduct outreach and technical assistance with landowners/agricultural producers
Coordinate with agricultural producers to administer CIP contracts and conduct surveys without hindering farming operations
Work with the NRCS to increase Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) programs through landowner engagement/technical assistance
Conduct waterbird surveys throughout Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana during shorebird migration/non-breeding season, including logistical planning
Conduct shorebird identification, counts, and surveys, especially in interior wetlands
Manage CIP contracts, ensure landowner adherence to contracts
Identify eligible producers for programmatic enrollment
Conduct field work and data entry
Qualification
Required
Undergraduate degree, with an emphasis on Natural Resource Management/Ecology/Wildlife Biology or related field
Ability to meet timelines
Exceptional organizational skills, diligence, enthusiasm, and demonstrated ability to work independently
Familiarity with conservation projects, especially waterbird conservation
Minimum of 3 years of experience with shorebird identification and shorebird surveys
Excellent mapping and navigational abilities (handheld GPS and description maps) to plan and conduct surveys efficiently and in the correct locations
Proficiency with binoculars, spotting scopes, Microsoft suite, and mapping
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver's license
Must successfully pass a background check
Preferred
Field Technician or equivalent experience
Experience as a farm hand or familiarity with agriculture
Familiarity with Farm Bill programs, Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Wetland Reserve Easement (WRE)
Ability to use remote sensing software for monitoring and mapping
Ability to use jumper cables, change a tire, unload/load ATV, hook up, and drop a trailer
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental
403b match
Life insurance
Several other benefits
Company
Manomet Conservation Sciences
Manomet is a science-driven conservation organization with deep roots in bird banding.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase