National Audubon Society · 1 day ago
Bird Survey Technician
West Alton, MO
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19/hr - $19/hrThe National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds and their habitats. The Bird Survey Technician will assist in conducting bird surveys along the Mississippi River, including data collection and analysis under the guidance of senior staff.
EducationNon ProfitPublishingWildlife Conservation
Responsibilities
Navigate study points using GPS and other orienteering methods
Collect detailed information on bird species locations, timing, and movements
Record measurements on data sheets and/or field notebook computers
Meticulously enter data into computer databases
Collect, record, summarize, organize, and/or file data using various standardized data collection procedures and equipment
Assist with facilitation of monitoring and logistics. This may include putting together survey equipment, assisting in transportation to and from survey sites (by boat and by car), etc
Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work
Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work
Other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Working to or currently have a degree in Biology, Ecology, Conservation, Natural sciences, related field, or similar experience required
Willingness and flexibility to work early morning hours, weekends, or holidays
Strong attention to detail and data entry skills
Strong organization and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Must hold a valid driver's license and have access to a personal vehicle
Ability to work for prolonged periods of time, with or without accommodation, under difficult field conditions such as rugged or muddy terrain, thick grass, forest undergrowth, high temps/humidity, and biting insects
Comfortable maneuvering weights up to 25 lbs., with or without accommodations
Ability to bend, crouch, stoop, and reach with or without accommodations
Commitment to Audubon's organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging
Must be able to pass a federal background check
Preferred
Prior experience conducting biological surveys is preferred
Familiarity with identifying Midwestern songbirds by sight and sound is preferred
Familiarity with avian point count surveys is preferred
Ability to operate light trucks and boats with outboard motors desired but not required
Boating experience desired but not required
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.
Founded in 1905
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
2025-09-23
Maryland Daily Record
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