Ecological Technical Support Assistant
Job Description
May 2007
Pandion Systems, Inc., an ecological consulting and environmental
communications firm, is seeking a full time technical support person for the
ecological services team. The position's main focus will be assisting
ecological technical staff with completing project tasks. The Pandion
ecological services team currently consists of 5 full time
ecologists/scientists that are engaged in dozen of projects across the
nation. Increasing project load has created a demand for a scientifically
and technically proficient and capable person to support/assist the team in
all aspects of project work. This technical assistant will be expected to
utilize their science/technical background to facilitate ecological project
work. Pandion is a 10 year old established, dynamic company based in
Gainesville, Florida with projects in Florida as well as nationwide. For
more information on the services Pandion provides, please visit our website:
www.pandionsystems.com.
This job will require a 40 hours/ week. Pay begins at $12.00/ hour.
Applicants must be able to work Monday - Friday and have consistent office
hours. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Pandion offers health,
retirement, and other benefits.
Job Duties/ Essential Functions
Work in close coordination with ecological technical staff, project
managers, and team members as well as with Pandion support staff to complete
assigned tasks. Tasks may include:
Literature retrieval and management
Developing and maintaining project and literature databases
Summarizing relevant technical information for reports
Build and maintain summary tables of important data sets
Technical report writing/editing and facilitation
Ecological project coordination and tracking
Coordinating document production and editing for project, proposal, and
marketing with Pandion support staff to ensure document is technically
accurate
Project administrative support
Client follow up as directed project manager
Liaison with accounting on project specific finances
Ordering equipment
Making travel arrangements
Mailings
Technical and visual graphic design (charts, graphs, diagrams)
GIS data retrieval and management- including metadata organization, data
mining, data migration
GIS mapping cartography- including building map documents (mxd)
Assisting with field activities when necessary
General office admin support as requested
Job Requirements:
1. BS/BA in science related or equivalent field and relevant work experience
2. Strong technical writing and editing skills
3. Work experience in an office environment
4. Friendly, professional demeanor and attitude
5. Be able to multitask and track multiple projects simultaneously
6. Ability to work well with clients, contractors, and agency staff
7. Experience using Microsoft Office software
8. Availability to work full time (40 hrs)
9. Valid driver's license
10. Internet and email capabilities
Required Characteristics:
1. Self-motivated and self-managing
2. Ability to work with a team in a collaborative manner toward a common
goal
3. Ability and willingness to work on and manage multiple tasks at one time
4. Excellent interpersonal skills with co-workers and clients
5. Energized and confident individual who adapts well to change
6. Believes constant learning is their responsibility and part of their job
7. Commitment to environmental conservation
8. Desire for a position that is more than just a "job"
9. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
10. Works well under stressful situations time to meet time sensitive
deadlines on a regular basis.
11. Capacity to find new and better ways of doing things.
12. Time management and organizational skills
13. Must adhere to Pandion policies, including preserving the
confidentiality of Pandion information
Desirable Experience/Skills
1. Experience working on ecological or wildlife related issues
2. Experience using GIS software
3. Experience with regulatory agencies
4. Consulting experience
To apply for this position, send a resume or curriculum vitae and cover
letter that briefly (does not exceed two pages) addresses the following
questions:
Explain how your skills or experience will support Pandion's services?
What are the qualities that you are looking for in an organization that
employs you?
Send your information to:
Jenny Carter
Pandion Systems, Inc.
4603 NW 6th Street,
Gainesville, FL 32609
(352) 372-4747 phone
(352) 372-4714 fax
[EMAIL PROTECTED] (email submittals are acceptable in Microsoft
Word or PDF format)
We will be taking responses, reviewing candidates, and interviewing
selective candidates starting immediately. Closing date to respond to this
opportunity is May 25, 2007 at 5:00 pm. Estimated start date for this
position is by June 15, 2007.
Greg Forcey, PhD
Avian Ecologist
Pandion Systems, Inc.
4603 NW 6th St.
Gainesville, FL 32609
Phone: 352.372.4747
Fax: 352.372.4714
http://www.pandionsystems.com
