Avian Point Count Technician

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National Audubon Society
West Alton, MO, USA
Full-time

The Audubon Center at Riverlands is seeking a temporary Bird Survey Technician to assist with avian point-count surveys and associated data entry tasks and data analysis for the Upper Mississippi River system. 

This is a full-time position and runs from May 7th through July 28th (approximately).  Applicants will also need to be available for additional part-time work (data entry and data analysis tasks) through December 2018.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Monitor Midwestern avian species presence in the field by both sight and sound using point-count surveys
  • Data management, data entry tasks and data analysis
  • Assist with facilitation of monitoring logistics
Educational Background: 
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Conservation, Natural Sciences, or related field required
Skills/Experience: 
  • Experience with avian point counts
  • Identification of Midwestern birds by sight and sound desired
  • Attention to detail and accuracy when gathering data 
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Ability to work early hours 
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying climates and conditions (heat, biting insects, wet terrain) 
  • Ability to work effectively with volunteers and/or interns when performing point count surveys
  • Ability to use GPS to locate survey points
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Boating experience desired but not required
  • Must possess valid driver’s license
How to Apply: 

https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/3500/avian-point-count-technician...

Job Function: 
Conservation & Environmental Science

Organization Info

National Audubon Society

Overview
Headquarters: 
New York, NY, United States
Website: 
audubon.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1972
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Environment
Mission: 

Audubon saves birds and their habitats throughout the America using science, advocacy, education and on-the-ground conservation.

Audubon operates an extensive network of National conservation programs, 23 state and regional offices, 41 centers, 23 sanctuaries and 463 independent chapters. Our work is a powerful combination of science, on the ground conservation, policy and engagement expertise that strives to protect and restore habitat, and to build the durable public will to implement policies that safeguard birds, other wildlife and the resources that sustain us all-in the U.S. and across the Americas.

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 26 2018
Active Until: 
Apr 26 2018
Hiring Organization: 
National Audubon Society
industry: 
Nonprofit