*BIRD SURVEY TECHNICIAN* needed April 30 through July 27, 2018 for
research on breeding landbirds in the NJ Meadowlands. Duties include
conducting standardized point count surveys at various sites by map and
GPS, some territory mapping and nest searching, recording detailed
observations and data in the field, and doing data entry. Ability to
identify birds of the Northeast by sight and sound, previous experience
conducting point counts, and willingness to walk or kayak/canoe to
various sites necessary. Proficiency with MS Excel and Word software,
and GPS navigation a must. The position requires spending long hours in
the field conducting surveys, carrying equipment, and tolerating
exposure to variable and sometimes adverse weather and environmental
conditions.
Salary $12.00-13.50/hr, depending on experience. Must have a valid and
clean driver’s license. Please send cover letter of interest, resume,
and three references no later than March 11, 2018, as a single PDF
document (including email and phone contact info) to
hr.resea...@njaudubon.org <mailto:hr.resea...@njaudubon.org>. Please
include “Bird Survey Meadowlands” in the subject line so that your
application is routed to the correct department.
René Buccinna
Administrative Assistant, Research and Education
NJ Audubon
Phone: 609-400-3852
Email: rene.bucci...@njaudubon.org <mailto:rene.bucci...@njaudubon.org>
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