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From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:33:20 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** RAPTOR CONSERVATION–An outstanding spring hawk watch east of Lake Michigan, Derby Hill Bird Observatory, a sanctuary of Onondaga Audubon, has an exciting position available. Combining conservation outreach and hawk migration documentation this position will be a satisfying and rewarding experience for the right person. Over 25,000 birds of prey fly over Derby Hill on the southeast corner of Lake Ontario each spring and up to 4,000 public visitors come to observe the spectacle. Recognizing the potential for conservation education at this site Onondaga Audubon is looking for an individual to further this effort. You will be asked to organize the hawk counting, secondary school nature education and public relations. If you have excellent communication skills, good field observation abilities and the interest in making a difference in the future of raptors you should contact us for more information: Call DAVE MUIR (PH: 315 673-4875) or Email (EM: dmuirg AT gmail.com). This equal opportunity position includes housing; flex hours and competitive compensation. INTERNSHIPS–Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge has valuable and stimulating internship opportunities for the upcoming summer season. Interns will work side by side with educated professions as they learn the ins and outs of the wildlife management field. Many opportunities exist for you to join other interns and observe what they are doing as well. Something new is happening at the refuge just about every day, so why not take advantage of this great learning experience? An internship at Forsythe is the perfect way to start off an exciting and rewarding career! OUTREACH INTERNSHIP: Wednesdays through Sundays. Intern will be stationed on the beach at the edge of a designated Wilderness area on Long Beach Island, NJ to greet visitors and promote a greater understanding of the Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge and the importance of its Holgate Unit. Intern will provide interpretation and information to promote visitor activities, public stewardship of the refuge’s biodiversity and foster support of wilderness lands and endangered species. Intern will also prepare and present interpretive walks and environmental education activities. Intern will help wildlife biologists with projects such as osprey chick and Canada goose banding. A Junior, Senior or graduate student with background in environmental education, interpretation, public affairs, environmental studies or natural resources is desirable. COASTAL NESTING BIRDS INTERNSHIP: Two full time interns needed to assist with monitoring coastal nesting birds (federally listed piping plover, least tern, black skimmer, and American oystercatcher), salt marsh restoration, and reforestation management at Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, Oceanville, NJ. Duties include but are not limited to: collecting vegetative, water, and mosquito samples from refuge salt marsh areas, conducting marsh bird surveys; censusing a variety of beach nesting birds, monitoring productivity from laying to fledging, erecting predator exclosures, posting nest areas and newly acquired refuge lands, data entry, report preparation, light maintenance, and educating the public. BIOLOGICAL INTERNSHIP—GENERAL: One full time intern needed primarily to assist with invasive plant species inventory, mapping and eradication. Interns will mechanically, biologically, and chemically control invasive plant species within the refuge boundary and monitor areas treated. Assist with biological surveys. Data collection will follow standardized wildlife inventory/ monitoring procedures and may include: vegetation surveys, waterbird surveys, invertebrate sampling, and bathymetry surveys. Free newly remodeled dormitory style housing available. Interns are reimbursed for meals and incidental expenses at a rate of $181.50 per week. For more information and application form see: Internship Opportunities [URL: http://www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe/pdf/internship%20opps2010.pdf (PDF 1.6 MB) (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)] Internship Application [URL: http://www.fws.gov/northeast/forsythe/pdf/Intern%20Application.-fillablepdf.pdf (PDF 166 KB)]. Fax or email application by 20 Jan 2010 to: SANDY PERCHETTI, Volunteer Coordinator (PH: 609-748 1535, FX: 609-748 2731, EM: sandy_perchetti AT fws.gov). INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES in Mexico - Employer: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory Fort Collins, Colorado. Position: International Program Intern (4 positions available). Location: Janos, Mexico (Chihuahua State). Start Date: 4 Jan 2010. End Date: 28 Feb 2010. Duration: 8 weeks. Overview: This is a great opportunity to acquire a variety of field skills, contribute to an important avian conservation project, and spend the winter in one of the most scenic and biologically rich desert grasslands in Mexico. Grassland birds have exhibited steeper, broader, and more consistent declines than any other group of North American Birds. The Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory's (RMBO) International Program is researching survivorship and home range use of grassland birds on their wintering grounds. This study will take place on the 18,000 ha Reserva Ecológica "El Uno", owned by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), as well as on surrounding private properties in the majestic grasslands of northern Chihuahua.Essential Job Functions: Interns will work alongside Mexican and American biologists to capture and band grassland birds, attach radio-transmitters to sparrows, relocate transmitter-birds twice daily using radio telemetry, and conduct bird abundance (line transects) and habitat surveys. Surveys will be conducted during various times of day, requiring work in early mornings as well as after dark on some nights. Communication with team members during training and field work will occur primarily in Spanish. On site housing will be provided as well as a small stipend to assist with other costs of living. Transportation on and around study areas will be provided, however interns are responsible for their own transportation to either El Paso, Texas or Janos, Chihuahua, Mexico. Qualifications: -a bachelor's of science degree in ecology, wildlife biology, biology, environmental science, or other related field (or be working towards such a degree); - ability to write legibly and record data accurately in the field, as well as enter data accurately into computer spreadsheets; - ability to follow instructions and protocols; - previous field work experience; - ability to use binoculars to track moving wildlife; - excellent hearing and sight; - strong working (intermediate to advanced) knowledge of Spanish; - ability to communicate effectively with crew leaders and team mates; - ability to work well independently and in teams; - comfortable working outdoors in rugged terrain in a remote area with abundant wildlife; - a strong interest in birds and international conservation; - must be respectful & comfortable in communal co-ed living situations; - MUST have a tolerance of adverse weather (temperatures range from 15-75?F), long hours, early mornings, and night work.; - MUST have sensitivity to and comfort with the current security issues in Northern Mexico Preferred skills and abilities:; - strong aural and visual bird identification skills; - experience with handling birds, mist-netting/banding, line-transect or point-count surveys, vegetation surveys; - at least conversational Spanish speaking skills. Closing date: 30 Nov 2009. However, positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, CV, and names and contact information for at least three references to LONI BEYER (EM: loni.beyer AT RMBO.org). You may also send application materials by mail to: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Attn: LONI BEYER, 230 Cherry St, suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521. For questions email Loni or call (PH: 970-482-1707 ext 15). MONITOREO DE AVES INVERNANTES en Janos, Chihuahua. Institución responsable: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory Fort Collins, Colorado USA. Posición: Interno de Programa Internacional (4 posiciones disponibles). Área de trabajo: Janos, México (Estado de Chihuahua) Fechas: del 4 de enero al 28 de febrero de 2010. Duración: 8 semanas. Sueldo: $0. Las poblaciones de aves de pastizal están disminuyendo dramáticamente en Norteamérica, en este sentido “El Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO)” investiga los patrones de sobrevivencia y los movimientos de aves de pastizales en su hábitat invernal. Particularmente en Chihuahua el proyecto de investigación se llevará acabo en varios sitios localizados en el municipio de Janos, incluyendo la Reserva Ecológica El Uno La Estancia de investigación representa gran oportunidad para adquirir experiencias en trabajo del campo con un proyecto de conservación de aves invernantes en uno de los más espectaculares pastizales del desierto de México. Los internos tendrán la oportunidad de trabajar con Biólogos de México y de Los Estados Unidos, adquiriendo habilidades para la captura, conteo e identificación de aves; utilización de técnicas de radio-telemetría, y muestreos de vegetación. El trabajo de campo es intenso incluyendo jornadas matutinas y nocturnas. El proyecto ofrece cubrir los gastos de hospedaje durante el proyecto, sin embargo los interesados serán responsables de su transporte a Janos. Habilidades necesarias: Una licenciatura en el área biológica (Ecología, Biología, Ciencias ambientales, u otro campo relacionado, capacidad para escribir de manera legible y registrar los datos con precisión, así como introducir los datos con exactitud en las hojas de cálculo, capacidad seguir instrucciones y protocolos, experiencia previa en trabajos de campo (uso de binoculares), habilidad de comunicarse eficazmente con sus colegas, licencia de conducir. Habilidades recomendadas: Experiencia en identificación visual y aditiva en aves y manejo de aves, experiencia en monitoreo vegetal, biligue (inglés). Aprenda mas información sobre RMBO en http://www.rmbo.org o http://www.facebook.com/RMBObirds. Interesados: Mandar la siguiente información: currículum vitae y una carta de presentación describiendo su intereses, habilidades, información de contacto y tres referencias (trabajos o académicos); a LONI BEYER al correo electrónico (EM: loni.beyer AT rmbo.org) antes del 10 de noviembre del 2009. Loni Beyer Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory 230 Cherry St, suite 150, Fort Collins, CO U.S.A. 80521. (URL: http://www.rmbo.org). FIELD TECHNICIAN--One Bachman’s Sparrow field technician is needed to work on the second field season of a master’s project in Fort Campbell from May to mid-Jul. The Bachman’s Sparrow is a very secretive sparrow which has declined across its range due to habitat loss from fire suppression. This project is studying the population in the big barrens oak savannahs at Fort Campbell on the TN/KY border at the Northern edge of its range. Work responsibilities include nest searching, target banding, radio telemetry, and some vegetation work. Technician must be flexible concerning scheduling due to accessibility issues on the Fort. We will be working in some live fire areas that are only available on weekends or evenings. The technician must be physically fit and able to work long days in the field while keeping a positive attitude. Bachman’s Sparrows are difficult to find and sing infrequently so they can be rewarding yet frustrating to study. Must be able to re-sight color banded birds, use a GPS, and get up well before dawn. Some nest searching experience is required. Familiarity with radio telemetry, banding birds, point counts, and identifying warm season grassland plants is helpful but not mandatory. A successful applicant will also have some undergraduate Ornithology background. For this second year of the project we are planning to use weather balloon and GPS technology or a remote-controlled blimp to fly song recording equipment over the impact zone on Fort Campbell. This will allow us to estimate the population in this great habitat that happens to be off-limits. While we are very excited to use this technique, we are only able to do this on holiday weekends-any applicant MUST be able to work all of Memorial Day weekend and the Fourth of Jul. This position pays $1200-1500/month based on experience. Technician will typically work 40-50 hours with two weekdays off each week. Housing in or around Clarksville, TN is included. Send cover letter, resume, contact information for 3 references, and any questions to EMILY HOCKMAN (EM: ehockman AT utk.edu). Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT, The Netherlands: Volunteers are needed from 15 Mar to 15 May 2010 for an ongoing capture-recapture program on the Ruffs, Philomachus pugnax. The project is under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Theunis Piersma, head of the Animal Ecology Group of the University of Groningen. The fieldwork consists in the monitoring color-banded birds in Southwest Friesland, a characteristic Dutch meadow area along the shore of Lake IJsselmeer in the north of The Netherlands. We collect data on the timing of migration, habitat use, phenotype characteristics, feeding and reproductive behavior of the birds; but you will also assist with the banding of the birds, blood sampling, and data entry. Volunteers and students involved will live together. Applicants need to have good social skills, a driver licence, experience with handling birds and color-ring reading is preferred but command of Dutch or Frisian is not necessary ;-). We provide housing and field equipment. Volunteers must pay own airfare and living expenses (3-4 Euro per day). However a refund of traveling costs might be possible (depending on pending grant applications). TO APPLY: Please send a resume/CV, a cover letter addressing any relevant experience, time available and two references with e-mail addresses to: (Applications will be considered until all positions are filled) LUCIE SCHMALTZ (EM: l.schmaltzATrug.nl) or ROOS KENTIE (r.kentieATrug.nl). Animal Ecology Group, Center for Ecological and Evolutionary Studies, University of Groningen, PO Box 14, 9750 AA Haren, The Netherlands. For further info see: http://www.rug.nl/biologie/onderzoek/onderzoekgroepen/dieroecologie/onderzoek/researchstudies/migratimmune WILDLIFE RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (2) needed approximately mid-Feb to 15 Jun 2010. Louisiana State University (LSU). We are looking for 2 technicians to work on a coastal marsh bird research project with a focus on the King Rail. Technicians will assist a Ph.D. student with performing call-back surveys for secretive marsh birds (king rail, purple gallinule, least bittern, sora, etc.), surveying vegetation, surveying water depths, and performing radio telemetry on King Rails. Technicians will travel to wildlife refuges in southwestern Louisiana and southeastern Texas, and field housing will be provided. Duties will include early morning bird surveys in areas with mosquitoes, alligators, and snakes. Housing and a work vehicle will be provided. Salary is about $1,400 per month. Experience with identifying birds by sound and working with kayaks, motorboats, and ATV's is preferred, but not required. If interested, please send a resume, contact information for 3 references, and a brief cover letter to: BRAD PICKENS, (EM: bpickens AT lsu.edu). Evaluation of applicants will begin in early Dec. PRBO SIERRA NEVADA SONGBIRD PROGRAM. Up to 20 position available, including several crew supervisors on multiple songbird monitoring project in the Sierra Nevada of California. Project dates: ~19 Apr through 10 Aug 2010 (crew supervisors may start Apr 12). Primary duties vary by project but include multi-species point counting, woodpecker surveys, mist-netting, vegetation surveys, orienteering and data entry. This project offers a unique opportunity to explore and observe birds across a wide range of habitats and help guide forest management in the ecologically significant Sierra Nevada and Southern Cascades. Field work covers a vast range of elevations and habitats, including, aspen, oak, riparian, and coniferous forest. The positions will be based out of multiple locations from the Lassen region to the southern Sierra Nevada. Successful candidates must be able to identify over 100 bird species by sight and sound following two-three weeks of training. Compensation is $1800 - 2700/month based on position and experience with housing and work vehicles provided. Candidates with a strong background in bird identification by sight and sound and/or previous experience point counting are preferred but candidates with 2-3 seasons of any field research experience are encouraged to apply. For all positions we require self-motivation, an enthusiasm for travel and camping, good physical condition, willingness to spend long hours in the field observing birds and the ability to work well independently and in a group living situation. Some positions require extensive travel in remote areas 5 days/week for 6 weeks and/or backpacking in wilderness areas. Email a letter of interest describing previous field research experience (including non-bird), relevant course listings, specific dates of availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to: ALISSA FOGG (EM: afogg AT prbo.org). Please note if you are applying to other PRBO Conservation Science positions. SNAIL KITE RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (2)–The Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit is based out of the University of Florida in Gainesville and oversees several ongoing wetland-related research projects. We are seeking two highly motivated field technicians to assist with the long-term study of the endangered Snail Kite. We are monitoring the Snail Kite population via mark-recapture and radio telemetry methods as well as making behavioral observations and collecting data related to habitat use and foraging ecology. Field work for this project is conducted throughout the wetland ecosystems of central and south Florida from the Kissimmee chain of lakes in the north (near Orlando) to the Everglades in the south (near Miami). The field work involves the extensive use of airboats. Applicants must be willing to work LONG, flexible hours in a HOT, humid environment. (Some days involve working from sunrise to sunset). All of the necessary training will be supplied, including airboat operation and maintenance. Duties include trapping and handling of snail kites, behavioral observations, radio telemetry, mark-recapture surveys, nest searching, data entry, snail trapping, vegetation sampling, and maintenance of field equipment and boats. Assistance on peripheral projects may also be required from time to time, including vegetation sampling in the Everglades and identification of plants in the lab. Salary: $1280-$1600/month (dependent upon funding) + housing. Housing will be provided at the Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area south of St. Cloud, FL. Applicant should be comfortable living in a field house with only a few other coworkers. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Wildlife, or a related field. Applicant must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Experience with engine repair/maintenance and boats is a major plus, but not necessary. Ability to comfortably handle wild raptors is also a plus. Previous radio tracking experience is preferred. The start date is a bit flexible with one position beginning early Jan and the other beginning no later than 5 Feb. Both positions last into Jul 2010, with the possibility of continuation into the 2011 field season. Interested persons should send a resume with cover letter, three references, and GPA to EMILY BUTLER (EM: snailkites AT gmail.com) by 1 Jan 2010. Early applicants are encouraged. For questions see our website (URL: http://www.wec.ufl.edu/coop) or contact EMILY BUTLER via email (preferred) or by phone (PH: 352-494-7484). FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERNS needed 1 May - 31 Jul 2010, to survey birds by point counts in Mt. Rainier, Olympic, and North Cascades National Parks in Washington. Applicants with prior birding experience and familiarity with the songs and calls of western montane landbirds are preferred. Seeking applicants in excellent physical condition with a willingness to backpack to remote sites and camp out most nights. A personal vehicle is desirable but not required. Prior knowledge of western montane flora is a plus. Shared housing and project-related travel mileage reimbursement provided along with a /per diem/ of $39 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $975 per month). Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to: BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, (EM: _bwilkerson AT birdpop DOT org, URL: http://www.birdpop.org/interns/WAParks10.htm). Electronic submissions are preferred, if that is not possible please call or email to obtain appropriate mailing address. GRASSLAND BIRD FIELD CREW LEADER needed 15 Apr through 30 Jul 2010 for research on grassland bird ecology in the mid-Atlantic/New England region. Crew Leader will manage a large-scale, multifaceted project assessing bird productivity at three DoD installations in MA, NJ, and MD. Duties will include task scheduling, field crew supervision, nest searching and monitoring, marking nestlings, vegetation sampling and data entry and management. Experience conducting avian research in early successional habitats highly desirable, preferably at the project management level (MS or equivalent). Applicants must be able to work independently and be willing to travel extensively among the study sites. Proficiency with MS Excel and ArcGIS preferred. Salary approximately $3000/month DOE, lodging and mileage reimbursement provided. Must have own vehicle. Send cover letter of interest, resume, and three references by 1 Jan to KIM PETERS, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210, (EM: kim.peters AT njaudubon.org). GRASSLAND BIRD FIELD TECHNICIANS (4) needed 26 Apr through 15 Jul 2010 for research on grassland bird ecology in the mid-Atlantic/New England region. Three static positions will be located at research sites in MA, NJ, and MD. A fourth, “floater” position will travel among the three sites as needed. Duties will include nest searching and monitoring, marking nestlings, vegetation sampling and data entry. Experience using nest search methods in early successional habitats is highly desirable. Ability to identify grassland birds of the eastern U.S. required, and banding experience is a plus. Proficiency with MS Excel and GPS is also preferred. Applicants must be able to work independently. Salary approximately $2200/month DOE, lodging and mileage reimbursement provided. Must have own vehicle. Send cover letter of interest, resume, and three references by 1 Jan to DR. KIM PETERS, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 (EM: kim.peters AT njaudubon.org). FIELD INTERNSHIP with potential to become M.S. RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP - I am seeking a highly motivated individual to help with an investigation into the behavioral ecology of the critically endangered Niau Kingfisher. Research is being conducted in Feb and Mar 2010 on the island of Niau, Tuamotu Archipelago, French Polynesia. Work includes banding, habitat assessment, radio tracking, nest searching, population monitoring, and behavior observations. Interests in endangered species conservation, French language skills, and a demonstrated ability to work alone and under extremely difficult field and cultural conditions are important. Additional experience banding and working with radio telemetry are also preferred. Travel, housing, lodging, and limited stipend are provided. The successful applicant may also have the option to continue working with these magnificent birds in a M.S. research assistantship. Please email a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2 references (name, phone, and email) to DR. DYLAN KESLER (EM: nk2010 AT picra dot net) by 20 Dec. SCIENCE COORDINATOR, Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture. The Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture (AMJV) Science Coordinator position is being advertised at 2 locations (either Blacksburg, VA or Lexington, KY) through: 1) U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS), job announcement number PH-NM-10-297477 at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/, and 2) American Bird Conservancy (ABC; URL: http://www.abcbirds.org/aboutabc/position_amjv_science_coor.html). This is a full-time position with American Bird Conservancy (ABC); however, this position is being announced simultaneously through the US Fish and Wildlife Service. We encourage all interested applicants to apply through both avenues. The Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture (AMJV) Science Coordinator works for the AMJV partnership, which consists of private, state, and federal conservation agencies and organizations that have assumed responsibility for the implementation of national and international bird conservation plans within the Appalachian Mountains Bird Conservation Region. The Science Coordinator functions as part of the AMJV Office and will report directly to the AMVJ Coordinator. The AMJV Office is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the work of the entire AMJV partnership on all aspects of bird conservation planning, implementation, monitoring, research, and evaluation. As Science Coordinator for the AMJV Office, the incumbent focuses on the biological underpinnings of the conservation partnership’s collective efforts – coordinating and facilitating the development and progressive refinement of a strong scientific foundation for bird conservation within the region. Work station may be in Blacksburg (VA) or Lexington (KY). This position requires a good understanding of ABC’s and AMJV’s mission, and a basic knowledge of Joint Venture structure and function. There is a great deal of contact with others within and outside the organization and partnership, in person, by telephone, and through e-mail and other correspondence. The work requires initiative, flexibility, and attention to detail. It is essential that the staff member in this position is able to prioritize tasks and work in a team environment. The position reports to the AMJV Coordinator and ABC’s Vice-President for Conservation Science. Anyone interested in the position is encouraged (but not required) to submit application materials to both FWS and ABC. The position is open to all US Citizens (and Status Candidates within the FWS). Open Period: 4 Nov – 25 Nov 2009. Please see full announcements through the links above for detailed instructions on applying for this position. If you have questions regarding the position or about the AMJV, please contact: BRIAN W. SMITH, Appalachian Mountains Joint Venture Coordinator (EM: bsmith AT abcbirds.org, PH: 502-573-0330, ext. 227). FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) - needed to survey wintering grassland birds in Chihuahua, Mexico. This will be the fourth field season of a bi-national effort led by Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) to estimate abundance and the distribution of western wintering birds in Chihuahuan Desert grasslands of Mexico. The field season runs from 4 Jan through early Mar 2010. Duties include surveying birds on line transects, brief veg surveys, data entry and a significant amount of time devoted to landowner contact. Must have previous experience with grassland sparrow identification; familiarity with the Spizella and Ammodramus genera preferred. Should also have previous experience with distance sampling and identification by sight/sound. Successful applicant will work as part of a two-person team for RMBO in northwestern Chihuahua. We will start the field season with a training session with our Mexican partners that will be conducted in Spanish, therefore the ability to speak and understand Spanish is also required. Housing is provided on a Nature Conservancy property (Reserva Ecológico "El Uno") near the town of Janos that is run by a friendly Mexican staff who are close neighbors. Some camping and long days may be required; a patient and optimistic attitude is required as schedule depends on landowner permissions. Compensation will be $1600-$2000/mo depending on qualifications and experience. Technician is responsible for travel expenses to and from El Paso, TX. Must have necessary documents for entering Mexico and re-entering the US (a passport is recommended but a few other documents are accepted. See http://www.dhs.gov/files/crossingborders/travelers.shtm). Please respond electronically to GREG LEVANDOSKI (EM: greg.levandoski AT rmbo.org) with a brief cover letter stating your interest and qualifications, your resume, and phone numbers and email addresses for three references. Please use "Janos Technician Application 2010" as a subject line. Position will be filled as soon as a suitable applicant is found. FIELD BIOLOGIST TO WORK ON HERONS AND EGRETS: A nine-month position is available to assist in field research and program management at the Cypress Grove Research Center of Audubon Canyon Ranch. The Cypress Grove Research Center is a small field research station in west Marin County, California. The position is focused primarily on a study of herons and egrets in the northern San Francisco Bay area. The work includes measuring reproductive performance at heronries throughout the region, with intensive observations at some colony sites. Additional work includes measuring the directions and distances of foraging flights, assistance in managing and training volunteer field observers, conducting occasional censuses of shorebirds, assisting with vegetation surveys, assisting with data management, and providing general program assistance at the Research Center. Qualified applicants must be in excellent physical condition and have experience in field ornithology. The ability to work both independently and on a team is essential. Preferred applicants are proficient birders, with experience in data management, ArcGIS, and some data analysis, and have experience operating small boats. Compensation is $16 per hour (approx. $2400 per month) with excellent housing provided at the Cypress Grove Research Center. The position is open until filled and will begin as soon as possible in Jan, 2010. Applicants must be willing to use their own vehicle for fieldwork; compensation for mileage costs will be provided. In your letter of application, please indicate your experience relevant to the position, educational background, and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of 2 references. Send applications by email as soon as possible to (EM: cgrc AT egret.org). QUANTITATIVE AVIAN ECOLOGIST - The Boreal Avian Modelling (BAM) Project is seeking a quantitative avian ecologist with expertise in one or more of the following areas of specialization: population ecology, community ecology, biogeography, conservation biology, landscape ecology and wildlife habitat modeling. The BAM project is a collaborative effort between University of Alberta, Université Laval and Environment Canada, with additional support from research and conservation institutions and agencies across North America. Its primary objective is to develop statistical models of avian distribution and abundance within the Canadian boreal forest, at multiple spatial scales (e.g. local, landscapes, geographic ranges) and taxonomic levels (e.g. individual species, communities), and to use these to evaluate plausible future land-use and climate scenarios. We are concerned with questions of both pure and applied science, with a strong emphasis on applications to conservation and management of migratory birds. Project direction is shaped by a Steering Committee, a national Technical Committee of avian experts, and through consultation with relevant management agencies. Further information on the project can be found at: (URL http://www.borealbirds.ca). The ideal candidate will have direct experience with avian ecology, common avian sampling protocols and a deep understanding of the assumptions underlying the standard analyses of such data. Applicants should also be well acquainted with the current theoretical and empirical literature relating local, landscape and regional-scale processes (e.g. habitat, climate, disturbance, population dynamics) to avian distributions. Demonstrated excellence in scientific writing is an essential qualification. Good oral and written communications skills in English are required; proficiency in French is an asset. The project depends on the ability to work effectively within a geographically distributed team, without day to day supervision from the Steering Committee. The position may be structured as either a two-year postdoctoral fellowship or research associate, based at the University of Alberta. Start date: Jan 2010, negotiable. At this time, we invite CV’s and a personal statement of why you are qualified for this position. These should be directed as soon as possible to: DR. ERIN BAYNE, Department of Biological Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2E9. (EM: bayne AT ualberta.ca, PH: 780-492-4165). WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST–H. T. Harvey & Associates is a premier ecological consulting firm based in Northern and Central California with offices in Los Gatos, Fresno, Davis and Arcata. For over 35 years, H. T. Harvey has provided outstanding scientific ecological and design expertise to develop successful ecological solutions for our clients. We have an opening in our Los Gatos headquarters for a wildlife biologist with extensive experience managing ecological consulting projects. Applicants should have a strong academic background (Ph.D. or M.S.), solid field and/or research experience, broad knowledge of the biology of California’s fauna, and extensive experience in ecological consulting in California. The ideal applicant has at least 3-5 years’ project management experience performing the duties expected of this position: managing all aspects of the biological components of CEQA/NEPA projects, endangered and threatened species surveys, Section 7 and 10 consultations, wildlife inventories, and construction monitoring projects; managing staff, budgets, clients, and agency contacts; business development and marketing; proposal preparation; and staff training and supervision. Demonstrable technical writing ability and good communication skills are essential. H. T. Harvey & Associates is an energetic, forward-thinking business with an employee focus, offering an excellent salary and benefits package and a positive, progressive work environment. This position has unlimited upward potential. Our employment package includes medical, dental, life insurance and 401K. More information about H. T. Harvey & Associates and our areas of expertise can be obtained at (URL: http://www.harveyecology.com). Interested candidates should respond by e-mailing your cover letter, resume and references to (EM: personnel AT harveyecology.com) and reference “Wildlife Project Manager” position, or mail/fax to H. T. Harvey & Associates, Attn: Personnel, 983 University Ave., Bldg. D, Los Gatos, CA 95032; (FX: 408-458-3210). H. T. Harvey & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities strongly encouraged to apply. SEASONAL LESSER PRAIRIE-CHICKEN FIELD TECHNICIANS, 4-6 – Texas Panhandle. Texas Tech University. Begin: 1 Feb 2010. End: 18 Jun 2010. Duties: Lesser prairie-chickens (Tympanuchus pallidicinctus) have experienced declines in their population and distribution and are a candidate species for the endangered species list. 4-6 seasonal research technicians are needed for ongoing lesser prairie-chicken research projects in the Texas panhandle. Duties will include 4-6 weeks conducting study of the audibility of lesser prairie-chicken booming, 8-10 weeks of trapping lesser prairie-chickens using multiple techniques, and 2-4 weeks of nest searching. Additional duties will include radio-tracking and behavioral observation of lesser prairie-chickens. Requires strong work ethic, long hours, odd hours, and early mornings, must work well in a group of 2-6 other technicians or alone, responsible for keeping detailed field notes. Must have valid U.S. driver’s license and be able to pass criminal background check. Salary: $360/week, includes housing and utilities (no pets allowed) Last Date to Apply: 14 Dec 2009, hiring will be complete on or before Jan 8, 2010 How to Apply: e-mail resume and e-mail contact information for 3 references to (EM: doug.holt AT ttu.edu). GREATER PRAIRIE-CHICKEN FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) University of Missouri graduate student is seeking an individual to help with an investigation of the movement and survival of Missouri’s endangered Greater Prairie-Chicken in Taberville, Missouri. Research will be conducted during the spring and summer of 2010. Work includes capturing, banding, habitat assessment, radio-tracking, nest monitoring, and brood counts. Applicant must have a BS, be physically fit, and capable of working long hours in hot and humid conditions. Occasional night work may be required. An interest in working with endangered species and an ability to work alone are important. Experience with avian capture and handling techniques, banding, and radio telemetry are preferred. Housing and a reasonable salary (8.75/hour max 40 hours per week) will be provided. Please email a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 3 references (name, phone, email) to KAYLAN KEMINK (EM: GRPC2010 AT picra.net) by 15 Dec.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- October 31, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:05:59 -0500

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** PHD POSITIONS (2) In evolutionary biology, University of Arizonaâ€“Two NSF-funded graduate positions are available in the laboratory of Dr Alex Badyaev (URL: http://www.u.arizona.edu/~abadyaev) in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Arizona. The first project addresses the developmental and genetic basis of convergence in local adaptations across recently established bird populations along northern Continental Divide of North America. The project combines landscape ecology, population genetics and molecular biology approaches and requires extensive and prolonged fieldwork in some of the most remote (and most beautiful) places in the northwest. The second project addresses evolution and diversification of biochemical pathways for synthesis of diet-derived pigmentation in animals and requires interest in either microbiology or biochemistry, and a good grasp of basic statistical methods. Students are expected to design their own doctoral projects under these general umbrellas. For more information and to apply, please CONTACT DR ALEX BADYAEV (EM: abadyaev AT email.arizona.edu) by 25 Nov 2009. Both positions start in Aug 2010, but an earlier start for field and lab work is available. ORNITHOLOGISTâ€“BHE Environmental, Inc., an interdisciplinary consulting firm headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, has an opening for a field ornithologist. In this position, you will use your field skills in bird identification and habitat evaluation in support of client needs in wind power, transportation, pipeline, telecommunication towers and other industries. You will also design and conduct post-construction bird mortality studies for large structures like wind turbine projects. The position involves a mix of field work and office-based report writing. You will undertake project management if qualified, or can advance to increasingly complex projects and analysis over time, and eventually undertake project management. A minimum of a Masterâ€™s degree in ornithology, zoology or wildlife management is required, along with demonstrated competence in bird identification for Midwestern and Eastern biomes and a thorough understanding of avian nesting and migration patterns. Effective written and oral communication skills are critical. Frequent multi-day travel is expected, especially during field season. Experience in bird studies relating to wind farms is preferred. Previous experience in permitting, wind farm siting studies, avian telecommunication tower studies, NEPA, and other regulations would be beneficial, as would prior consulting work. For immediate consideration, visit (URL: http://www.bheenvironmental.com) and select Careers to complete a profile and upload a resume. GEORGE GAYLORD SIMPSON POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP IN VERTEBRATE EVOLUTION - University of Arizona. The Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology announces one postdoctoral fellowship position for Fall 2010, named in honor of G. G. Simpson's long tenure at the University of Arizona. Simpson Fellows are expected to conduct an active research program in evolutionary biology, especially projects that are facilitated and complemented by the Department's extensive natural history collections in ichthyology, herpetology, ornithology, and mammalogy. The positions are part of a renewed commitment to natural history collections on the University of Arizona campus and an initiative in biodiversity informatics (URL: http://loco.biosci.arizona.edu/bdii/). Postdoctoral Fellows are encouraged to establish research collaborations with faculty in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and are expected to teach or contribute to one course per year in the Fellow's research specialty. Salary is $37,500 plus benefits (nine-month appointment). A research stipend of $5000 will also be included. The positions are renewable for at least a second year contingent on satisfactory performance. Applicants should submit application materials online at the University of Arizona Human Resources website (URL: https://www.uacareertrack.com); look for job #44102), including C.V., statement of research and teaching interests and experience, and two letters of reference. Reference letters should be emailed directly to (EM: sanderm AT email.arizona.edu). Position is open until filled, but we anticipate reviewing applications beginning on 15 Jan 2010. Contact DR. PETER REINTHAL (EM: pnr AT email.arizona.edu), DR. RENEE DUCKWORTH (EM: rad3 AT email.arizona.edu), or DR. MICHAEL SANDERSON (EM: sanderm AT email.arizona.edu) for further information. GOLDEN-CHEEKED WARBLER SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS with the Nature Conservancy, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, to conduct long-term monitoring of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler on Fort Hood Military Reservation. Basic qualifications include AS in natural resources, environmental sciences, or equivalent combination of education and 6 months of experience and a valid driver's license. Seasonal Field Biologists assist in collecting data that is used to assess population trends and examine possible causes of those trends. Essential functions include the following: 1) mist net and band warblers, 2) resight color banded warblers; 3) delineate territories; 4) locate and monitor nests; 5) conduct point count surveys; 6) complete and verify data sheets; and 7) maintain a field journal, work vehicle, and other field equipment. Seasonal field biologists must provide their own housing and transportation to work. This is a short-term position starting in Feb, 2010 and ending in Jun, 2010. Working conditions will include early, long and irregular work hours in isolated settings, exposure to heat and intense sunshine, contact with poison ivy, chiggers, fire ants, scorpions, and venomous snakes, and walking through brush, over loose rocks, and on steep slopes. You must complete an online application. To locate application and complete job announcement visit (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers). Scroll to bottom of page and click Careers. Then click on boxes labeled how to apply and view positions. Conduct an advanced search by Job opening ID 11482 and select anytime. Fill in all fields of the application even if the information is included in your resume AND upload your cover letter and resume as a single Word or PDF document that includes phone numbers and e-mail addresses for 3 references. Application deadline is 8 Jan2010 but positions will be offered as qualified applicants are identified so do not wait. . For questions e-mail REBECCA PEAK (EM: rpeak AT tnc.org, PH: 254-286-5939). AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (4-6 positions) are needed for a Master's research project examining movement patterns, habitat use, and stopover duration of Northern Waterthrushes and Yellow-rumped Warblers during spring migratory stopover at Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge in western Wisconsin. Positions run from mid Apr to 1 Jun 2010. Responsibilities will include mist-netting, banding, and intensive radiotelemetry of warblers, as well as some vegetation sampling. A strong work ethic is required, and applicants must be able to handle a range of temperatures, variable spring weather, early morning and evening hours, and long field days in sometimes difficult conditions. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition and be able to navigate challenging terrain on foot. Prior experience in identifying and mist-netting North American landbirds is required. A valid driver's license is also required. A B.S. degree in wildlife ecology or a related field is preferred, but not required. Applicants who enjoy field work and have some combination of banding, birding, or radiotelemetry experience are especially encouraged to apply. Fieldwork will take place along the Mississippi River in the beautiful unglaciated region of Wisconsin and Minnesota, where rugged topography creates picturesque vistas and varied habitats attract more than 200 bird species during spring migration. Project websit (URL: http://twel.osu.edu/projects/Slager.html). Salary: $8.58 hourly (approximately $1480/ average month, plus overtime opportunities) with housing provided. Applications will be accepted through 30 Jan 2010. For more information, feel free to send inquiries to the email address below. To apply: Please send a cover letter, current rĂ©sumĂ©, and contact information for three (3) references via email (preferred) to DAVE SLAGER (EM: slager.4 AT osu.edu) or The Ohio State University, School of Environment and Natural Resources, 2021 Coffey Road, 210 Kottman Hall, Columbus, OH 43210-1085. WOODPECKER FIELD ASSISTANTS. Field assistants are needed for ongoing long-term studies of the behavioral ecology of the cooperatively breeding Acorn Woodpecker at the Hastings Reserve in upper Carmel Valley, California. Hastings is run by the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, UC Berkeley. We have studied the behavioral ecology of color-banded Acorn Woodpeckers for over 40 years at this site. The current research focuses on ecological constraints and reproductive skew and the role each plays in the evolution of cooperative breeding. Assistants will be involved in monitoring group composition, experimental manipulations, and roosting/nesting/mate guarding/feeding behavior. The experience is designed to be one of total immersion six days per week. Positions run from mid-Mar to mid-Jul 2010 (with some flexibility on start and end dates). A modest stipend of $600 / month plus free housing is provided. Must be an avid hiker who is comfortable hiking up and down hills. Prior experience with birds (especially the ability to read color bands) is desirable but not required. Self-motivation, enthusiasm for the research questions, a willingness to sit in a blind for up to 3 hours per session (in hot weather with annoying face flies), and an ability to tackle the rigors of field work are a must. We especially encourage those applicants interested in behavioral ecology that are planning to attend graduate school. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and the positions will remain open until filled. If interested, apply sooner rather than later. Our positions usually fill quickly. Please include the following in your application: a resumĂ© (one page resumĂ©s are discouraged - please provide detailed descriptions of your academic, volunteer, and professional experiences); a cover letter describing why you should be considered for one of our positions; the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three academic / professional references (preferably ones familiar with your ability to conduct field work); and the dates you are available to work at the Hastings Reserve. For further information - and to see whether the positions have been filled, please consult our employment web site (URL: http://www.ericlwalters.org/employment.htm). Applications should be sent as attachments by email to DR. ERIC L. WALTERS (EM: jobs2010 AT cavitynester.org). ANIMAL CARETAKER II, Kellogg Biological Stationâ€“Visit (URL: http://jobs.msu.edu), search for posting # 3597. External Closing Date: 15 Nov 2009. Pay Minimum: $16.82. Part-Time. Minimum Requirements: one year satisfactory experience as an Animal Caretaker I or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience; knowledge of managing or handling of facility projects; direct care of birds, bird banding experience, and/or performing basic research techniques related to birds and bird care; use and calibration of related equipment; willingness to work a flexible shift; frequent lifting of 26 to 75 pounds. Desired Qualifications: A four-year degree program in fisheries and wildlife, zoology, or other biological sciences; experience in the use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and desktop publishing software; possession of a valid vehicle operator's license. Job Summary: Maintains and enhances the facilities used to house birds on display and in residence at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary in support of education/outreach programs; cares for captive and semi-wild birds to include feeding, cleaning, and general care of animals for public display and release; maintains records, weekly health checks; maintains and disinfects utensils, work tools, and containers; completes daily inspections; performs first aid as necessary on birds; controls predator and pest control; obtains all appropriate permits for displaying birds of prey, banding birds, shipping specimens, and performing euthanasia when necessary; will serve as bookstore clerk when necessary. FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) and FIELD INTERNS (2) needed 15 Mar - 15 Jun 2010 for a study of bird communities of coastal wetlands in Georgia, USA. Work will be directed by a PhD student, and will include point counts and vegetation sampling in salt and freshwater marsh and tidal bottomland hardwood forest in the lower Altamaha River and its estuary. Access to sites will be by motorboat and canoe; boating and canoeing experience will be a plus. Some camping will be required, and demonstrated experience living for at least a week in backcountry conditions is desirable. A love for field work, a sense of humor, and an ability to bear mud and mosquitoes with philosophy will benefit the applicant. Housing is provided, adjacent to a picturesque saltmarsh. This is a survey project, and we will cover a large area and see a lot of cool places! (EM: nuseb AT warnell.uga.edu), Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602. Please specify in the subject line of your email whether you wish to apply for the Technician or an Intern position. FIELD ASSISTANTSâ€“North Carolina State University is seeking field assistants to work on a masterâ€™s research project in Guanica, Puerto Rico from 7 Jan through 30 Jun 2010. Applicants should be experienced in conducting point count bird surveys. Those with experience tracking birds with radio telemetry and/or nest searching will be preferred. Technicians must be able to partition time/float between working on surveys, radio telemetry tracking and nest searching. Candidates must be able to get along well with others and must have a valid US driverâ€™s license. Must provide own transportation to Puerto Rico, but housing will be provided and those that stay through the end of Jun will receive a $200 bonus to help cover travel expenses. Assistants will receive a wage of $8/hr for up to 40 hours per week. Email a letter of interest describing previous experience with field work, specific dates of availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to JULISSA IRIZARRY (EM: jiirizar AT ncsu.edu) by 11 Dec 2009. ENDANGERED AVIAN Research Project Coordinator â€“ ID# 29464. Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit. Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with Division of Forestry and Wildlife, Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU) located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The duty station is on Kauai. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, and availability of funds. Minimum Monthly Salary: $3,222.00 to $5,719.00. Duties: Supervises the Kauai Forest Bird Recovery Project. Coordinates all aspects of field research including logistics with land-managing agencies, transportation services, and project cooperators. Directs research on the behavior, demography, population ecology, and population restoration of Puaiohi (Myadestes palmeri). Leads and oversees field surveys and capture and banding operations of Puaiohi in the Alakai Wilderness Preserve, Kauai. Performs all aspects of research to monitor forest bird population. Collaborates with partners at captive breeding facilities to plan releases. Plans, organizes, and implements research and recovery programs for Kauaiâ€™s threatened and endangered passerines. Organizes field data and maintains project databases. Analyzes data and prepares reports and scientific publications. Recruits and supervises regular and temporary staff, Interns and Volunteers to fulfill project needs. Develops annual project budget. primary Qualifications: Education: Masterâ€™s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Zoology, Botany, Ecology, Conservation Biology, or a related Biological Science. Experience: One to three (1-3) years of experience planning and conducting research on passerine birds including: extensive mist-netting and bird banding experience, experience taking blood samples, monitoring animal movements using radio-tracking, conducting surveys of plants and animals, locating bird nests and studying nesting behavior. One to three (1-3) years experience recruiting and supervising small research teams, and writing scientific reports or publications. Abil/Know/Skills: Skilled in techniques of avian population ecology. Able to perform data management and analysis. Able to coordinate field logistics, train research interns, and lead all field activities. Able to identify birds by calls and song and sight. Must possess the American Red Cross Certification in First Aid/CPR (or be able to obtain the certificate following the training provided within 6-month new hire probationary period.) Must possess a valid driver's license. Post Offer/Employment Conditions: Must be able to complete basic helicopter safety course within 12 months of hire. Ability to obtain State of Hawaii Certification for Application of Restricted Use Pesticides within 6-month new hire probationary period. Physical/Medical Requirements: Able to conduct fieldwork in dense vegetation in a rain forest under difficult conditions (rain, cold temperatures, poor footing). Able to hike a minimum of seven (7) miles on obscure trails with thirty to forty (30-40) pound backpack and live and work in isolated field camps. SECONDARY Qualifications: PhD from an accredited college or university in Biology, Zoology, Botany, Ecology, Conservation Biology, or a related Biological Science. Familiarity with the Alakai Wilderness Area, Kauai and its native birds. Familiarity with behavior, songs, calls, nesting habits, and preferred habitat of Puaiohi. Experience in reintroduction or translocation of passerine birds. Working knowledge of radiotelemetry equipment, techniques, and experience conducting radiotelemetry from helicopters. Expertise in ArcGIS, database design and management and statistical software. Expertise navigating in rough backcountry with Global Positioning System (GPS). Aviculture skills, including husbandry and fluid administration. Certification in Wilderness First Aid training or higher. Experience with grant-writing, project management and administration. Outreach experience. Inquiries: David Leonard 587-4158 (Oahu). Application Requirements: The preferred method of applying for a job is through our on-line application process. Please go to (URL: http://www.rcuh.com), click on â€śEmploymentâ€ť and navigate to â€śJob Announcements/Apply for a Job.â€ť However, if you do not have access to the Internet, you may apply by submitting resume; cover letter including Recruitment ID#, referral source, narrative of your qualifications for position and salary history; names, phone numbers and addresses of three supervisory references and copy of degree(s)/transcripts/certificate(s) to qualify for position by fax (PH: 808-956-5022) or mail to Director of Human Resources, Research Corporation of the University of Hawaii, 2530 Dole Street, Sakamaki Hall D-100, Honolulu, HI 96822 before the closing date. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (PH: 808-956-3100). Closing Date: 20 Nov 2009. EEO/AA Employer. SEASONAL AVIAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT--Agency: Texas A&M University, Location: Texas, multiple sites Job Description: Seasonal Avian Field Biologists (12 needed), early Mar through Aug for multiple research projects focusing on ecology and management of songbirds, primarily the federally endangered black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler, across several regions of Texas, on public and private lands. Duties may include presence-absence bird surveys, nest searching, behavioral observation, territory mapping, vegetation sampling, deploying nest cameras, mist netting and banding birds, data entry, and others, depending on the project and region. Project and region assignments to be determined based on qualifications and skills. Requirements: experience or coursework in wildlife biology or closely related field; ability to collect data with strong attention to detail; ability to work 6+ days per week doing physically demanding work, with early mornings (0500); a positive attitude in adverse environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers, rattlesnakes, feral pigs, mountain lions, cows, poison ivy, normal daily temperatures of over 90ĚŠF, intense sun, thick and thorny brush, and steep and rocky terrain; ability to operate 4X4 trucks; patience and focus to quietly observe and follow birds; good eyesight and hearing; ability to work independently and in groups; must be comfortable working on private ranches and interacting with landowners; flexibility to changes in protocol or job assignments; must supply your own binoculars. Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, identifying plants, navigating using handheld GPS unit, using Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Pay: $700â€“900 every 2 weeks, depending on experience. Housing will be provided; facilities will vary depending on project and region. Some camping may be required during the term of employment. Please visit (URL: http://irnr.tamu.edu/RAMSES/) for more information about the variety of projects for which we are filling positions. Please write â€śRAMSES job applicationâ€ť in the subject line of your email. Include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) in 1 attachment to (EM: ramsesirnr AT gmail.com). EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER--North Carolina State University is seeking experienced bird banders to work on a masterâ€™s research project in Guanica, Puerto Rico from late Feb through mid-Jul 2010. Fieldwork will focus on mist-netting using the MAPS protocol but may also include conducting bird surveys and radio telemetry in Guanica State Forest. Self-motivation, a sense of humor, and the desire to spend long hours in the field are required. Candidates must be able to get along well with others and must have a valid US driverâ€™s license. Must provide own transportation to Puerto Rico, but housing will be provided and banders will receive a wage of $8/hr for up to 40 hours per week. Those that stay the entire duration of the project will receive a $200 bonus to help cover travel expenses. Email a letter of interest describing previous experience with field work, specific dates of availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to EDYE KORNEGAY (EM: mestric3ATncsu.edu) by 11 Dec 2009. SEASONAL AVIAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT--Agency: Texas A&M University, Location: Fort Hood, Texas. Job Description: Seasonal Avian Field Biologists (7 needed), early Mar through Aug for research project focusing on ecology and management of two federally endangered songbirds, the black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler, on Fort Hood, an active military base in central Texas. Duties will include presence-absence bird surveys, nest searching, fledgling searches, foraging observations, territory mapping, vegetation sampling, arthropod sampling, maintenance of field equipment, and data entry. Requirements: experience or coursework in wildlife biology or closely related field; ability to collect data with strong attention to detail; ability to work 6+ days per week doing physically demanding work, with early mornings (0500); a positive attitude in adverse environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers, rattlesnakes, feral pigs, mountain lions, cows, poison ivy, normal daily temperatures of over 90ĚŠF, intense sun, thick and thorny brush, and steep and rocky terrain; ability to operate 4X4 trucks; patience and focus to quietly observe and follow birds; good eyesight and hearing; ability to work independently and in groups; must be comfortable working on a military base and interacting with landowners and military personnel; flexibility to changes in protocol or job assignment; must supply your own binoculars. Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, identifying plants, navigating using handheld GPS unit, using Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Pay: $700â€“900 every 2 weeks, depending on experience. Housing will be provided in Gatesville, a town just north of Fort Hood. Please visit (URL: http://irnr.tamu.edu/RAMSES/) for more information on the specifics of the work occurring on Fort Hood. Please write â€śFort Hood job applicationâ€ť in the subject line of your email. Include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) in 1 attachment to: (EM: ramsesirnr AT gmail.com). AVIAN FIELD ASSISTANTS - Golden-winged Warbler research assistants needed end of Apr â€“ 15 Jul 2010. The Golden-winged Warbler (GWWA) population is precipitously declining and in need of significant conservation attention. We are seeking highly motivated field assistants (3-4) to monitor GWWAs in the beautiful Cumberland Mountains of east Tennessee. Assistants will search for and monitor Golden-winged Warbler nests, target mistnet, color-band juvenile and adult GWWAs, re-sight color-banded birds, and measure vegetation characteristics, among other field activities. Applicants must have a passion for birding and applied ecology. Experience nest searching and identifying color bands is highly desired. Applicants should be physically fit, capable of hiking mountainous terrain under strenuous conditions. Additional requirements: patience and sharp observational skills, the ability to work both independently and with a field partner, and the ability to manage data in an excel database. Pay is $1200-1700 per month, depending on experience; housing is provided. Send a cover letter, resume, contact information of three references, and your earliest expected start date to: KATIE PERCY at the University of Tennessee (EM: kpercy AT utk.edu). Please indicate â€GWWA field assistant applicationâ€™ in the subject heading. THREE FIELD ASSISTANT POSITIONS available; mid Mar to early Jul 2010 on a long-term study of demographic aspects and dispersal of populations of the Cape Sable Seaside Sparrow (Ammodramus maritimus mirabilis) in Everglades National Park. Duties will include: finding and monitoring nests in grassland habitat, resighting color banded birds, point count surveys and territory mapping using GPS. Qualified applicants may assist with target-netting and banding of adults and juveniles. We are looking for applicants who will be detail-oriented, organized, able to work independently and enthusiastic about working in remote locations with primitive cramped quarters. Previous nest searching experience is preferred, as well as a love for observing birds and their behavior. Field crew will travel to and from remote campsite via helicopter, or by car and foot to other sites. Two crew members will be mainly responsible for running a remote field camp; they must be comfortable with staying 3 nights a week at a rustic minimal camp with no electricity, and able to walk up to 7 km a day over level but uneven terrain. Currently possessing S-271 helitech training is a plus for these positions; new hires may be required to take this training at some time prior to the field season. Couples or pairs of friends that work well together in remote situations are encouraged to apply. The third crew member will mostly work sites accessible from the road, but may rotate out to the camp occasionally. Tolerance of insects and humidity is a must for all positions. Applicants must provide own transportation to South Florida and, since public transportation is nonexistent, have their own vehicle for getting around town. A stipend will be provided in the amount of $1700-2000/month(dependent on experience) + housing in Everglades National Park. This position will be a fantastic opportunity for the right candidates to work with a federally listed endangered species in one of the most unique national parks in the US. Deadline for applications: When filled. Send a letter of interest, resume, and names, emails and phone numbers of three references by email (preferred) to MICHELLE DAVIS (URL: vireoojorojo AT hotmail.com), or snailmail to 13851 SW 232 St, Miami FL 33170.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- October 26, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 26 Oct 2009 23:25:35 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2): behavioral ecology of lance-tailed manakins in Panama. Two positions are available 15 Feb to 20 Jun 2010 for an ongoing behavioral study of female mate choice in lance-tailed manakins (Chiroxiphia lanceolata) in Panama. Females of this small, lekking bird â€śshopâ€ť among males that display in cooperative pairs on dispersed display territories. The successful applicant will be involved in work investigating questions such as how indirect genetic benefits affect female mate choice, why dominant males tolerate subordinate cooperators, and how male experience affects display performance. Responsibilities will include resighting color-banded birds, daily maintenance of an automated telemetry system, conducting many hour-long behavioral observations at display sites, extensive radio-tracking, nest-searching through dense secondary-growth dry tropical forest, and mistnetting birds for banding and blood sampling, as well as data entry and organizational tasks. Experience in one or more of these areas is strongly preferred. Applicants should have a very strong interest in animal behavior, birds, and field biology. The field crew of four people will live and work on a remote island off of Panama's Pacific coast and share one-room housing, and can expect to have no internet access and poor cell phone reception for up to two weeks at a time: experience working in isolated field settings and/or living in close quarters is highly desirable. Conversational Spanish ability is strongly preferred for this position. Work on this field site is particularly difficult due to steep terrain, extreme heat and humidity, long hours, mentally taxing tasks, poisonous snakes, eccentric locals, and tons of ticks. Applicants should be enthusiastic, physically fit, and emotionally grounded. Expect to work long days (6am-6pm six days a week), be woken at 4 am by howler monkeys on a regular basis, and see some amazing bird behavior. Upon successful completion of the field season, assistants will be reimbursed for round-trip airfare to Panama (max of $1000). Food, housing, and required transportation within Panama will be provided. For more information on the research, see (URL: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/faculty-duval.php). To apply, send: 1) coverletter explaining your motivation and suitability to work on this project, 2) resume, and 3) email and phone numbers of three references familiar with your field skills, personality, and motivation to: DR. EMILY DUVAL, Florida State University Department of Biological Science, (EM: ehduval AT gmail.com), and cc the application to crew leader SAMANTHA LANTZ (EM: samlantz AT gmail.com). Please use the subject line â€śLance-tailed Manakin field assistant application.â€ť Review of applications will continue until positions are filled. VOLUNTEER RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) for Costa Rican Bird and Bat Population Dynamics Project needed for at 7 weeks from 26 Jan to 15 Mar 2010. We conduct constant-effort banding/ bat capture to study the local bird and bat communities to investigate occupancy, abundance, habitat selection, and survival of native forest birds and bats in an array of tropical countryside habitats (i.e. premontane tropical forest, forest fragments, riparian corridor remnants, and coffee plantations) . Fluency in Spanish, a valid driver's license, and mistnetting/bird banding experience (preferably over 500 birds/bats) are required. In addition, applicants should be comfortable with working 4AM-1PM or 4PM-1AM for 6 days/week, be in good physical condition, have previous fieldwork experience, rabies vaccines, function well in a team and enjoy working outdoors. Supervisory experience, data entry/analysis expertise, familiarity with Costa Rican birds/bats, GIS/ArcMap skills, as well as interest in birds/bats, and conservation are desirable. Volunteers will lead daily field crews (~2 experienced mist net extractors) and be responsible for operating independent stations of 20 mist nets. Volunteers are expected to be able to band and collect data on 50-150 birds or 15-70 bats independently. This is a fast-paced, high volume position with great opportunities to hone skills in tropical ecology including: bird and bat identification, aging and sexing tropical birds, hummingbird banding, and developing research questions in countryside biogeography and ecosystem services of biodiversity. There are possibilities to develop relevant, independent research projects related to our work. We are based at Las Cruces Biological Station, near the town of San Vito, 5 km from the Panama border, between the national parks of Corcovado and Amistad (URL: http://www.ots.ac.cr/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=220&Itemid=422). Over 400 bird species and 60 bat species have been observed in the area and we have mist netted over 260 and 45 species, respectively. The climate is spring-like, the bugs are few, and we will be staying at a top-notch facility with all the amenities and prepared meals. Volunteers need to cover their own airfare to and from San Jose, Costa Rica. Please e-mail a cover letter, resume, and emails/phone numbers of 3 references (with at least one banding supervisor) by 15 Nov 2009 to CHASE D. MENDENHALL, Department of Biology, Stanford University (EM: cdm AT stanford.edu). EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR â€“ FundaciĂłn de ConservaciĂłn Jocotoco (FJ), a conservation organization based in Quito, Ecuador is seeking a new Executive Director who would commence duties in early 2010. FJ is an 11 year old institution whose mission focuses on the conservation of Ecuadorâ€™s most threatened bird species through the creation of a private reserve network. FJ owns and manages eight private reserves ranging in size from 50 to 5000 ha. Expansion of the existing reserves and of the system itself is ongoing. FJ also conducts and encourages research on its reserves, and has undertaken active ecotourism and reforestation programs. The foundation employs approximately 65 persons, most of them involved with reserve management, while the administrative staff of 10 individuals works out of Quito. The successful applicant will be fully English-Spanish bilingual and have experience managing personnel in a multi-tiered, complex organizational setting in Latin America. Preference will be given to Ecuadorian citizens, secondarily to citizens from bordering Andean countries. Preference will also be given to individuals who have demonstrated a personal commitment to conservation, and ideally have first-hand knowledge of Neotropical birds. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of the principles of conservation biology and reserve design. He/she should also have fundraising experience and the ability to manage complex budgets. He/she will be expected to work extensively with various international partner organizations. An undergraduate degree is required; post-graduate degree preferred. FJâ€™s new director will live in Quito, Ecuador; in-country travel will be frequent with some international travel as well. The applicant should expect to work with an active, multi-national board of directors on program related activities. To apply for this exciting position, submit (1) CV; (2) contact information for three work-related references; and (3) a personal statement describing why you think you are the ideal candidate for the position to: DR. ANDREW FARNSWORTH (EM: af27 AT cornell.edu) by 15 Dec 2009. The finalists will be asked to travel to Quito for a personal interview and short presentation to the FJ board in Feb 2010. The chosen applicant will be expected to start the position soon thereafter. A competitive salary will be offered, dependent on experience. DIRECTOR EJECUTIVO - FundaciĂłn de ConservaciĂłn Jocotoco (FJ), una organizaciĂłn de conservaciĂłn establecida en Quito, Ecuador estĂˇ buscando Director Ejecutivo, quien comenzarĂˇ sus obligaciones a inicios del 2010. FJ es una instituciĂłn con 11 aĂ±os de trabajo cuya misiĂłn es la conservaciĂłn de las especies de aves ecuatorianas mĂˇs amenazadas a travĂ©s de la creaciĂłn de un sistema de reservas privadas. FJ es propietaria y administra ocho reservas privadas cuyo tamaĂ±o estĂˇ entre las 50 a 5000 ha. La expansiĂłn de las reservas existentes y la planificaciĂłn de nuevas reservas aĂşn estĂˇ siendo desarrollada. FJ tambiĂ©n realiza y fomenta la investigaciĂłn cientĂfica en sus reservas y ha implementado un programa de reforestaciĂłn y ecoturismo muy activos. La fundaciĂłn emplea aproximadamente 65 personas, la mayorĂa relacionados al manejo de las reservas mientras que el personal administrativo estĂˇ compuesto por 10 personas que trabajan en la oficina de Quito. Los postulantes deben ser completamente bilingĂĽes Ingles-EspaĂ±ol y deben tener experiencia en manejar personal en organizaciones complejas y con relaciones de trabajo mĂşltiples en LatinoamĂ©rica. Se darĂˇ preferencia a los ciudadanos ecuatorianos y en segundo lugar a los ciudadanos de los paĂses andinos circundantes. Se darĂˇ preferencia a individuos que han demostrado un compromiso personal con la conservaciĂłn y que, idealmente, tengan un fuerte conocimiento de las aves Neotropicales. El postulante ideal debe tener un sĂłlido conocimiento de los principios de la BiologĂa de la ConservaciĂłn y del diseĂ±o de Ăˇreas protegidas. El/Ella debe tener experiencia en el levantamiento de fondos y la habilidad de administrar presupuestos complejos. El/Ella trabajarĂˇ extensamente con varias organizaciones internacionales asociadas. Se requiere un tĂtulo universitario en Ăˇreas acordes con la misiĂłn de la fundaciĂłn; un posgrado universitario serĂˇ preferible. El/La nuevo/a director/a vivirĂˇ en Quito, Ecuador. Viajes dentro del paĂs serĂˇn constantes con ciertos viajes internacionales. El/La Director Ejecutivo trabajara en conjunto con un directorio multinacional muy activo en las actividades relacionadas a los programas de la fundaciĂłn. Para aplicar a esta posiciĂłn ejecutiva, envĂe (1) CV; (2) informaciĂłn de contacto de tres referencias de trabajo anteriores; y (3) un escrito describiendo las razones por las que el postulante piensa que es el candidato ideal para esta posiciĂłn al: Dr. Andrew Farnsworth (EM: af27 AT cornell.edu) hasta el 15 de Diciembre del 2009. A las personas escogidas como finalistas se les pedirĂˇ viajar a Quito para una entrevista y presentaciĂłn personal con el directorio de la FJ en Febrero 2010. La persona seleccionada comenzarĂˇ sus funciones inmediatamente. Se ofrece un salario competitivo dependiendo de la experiencia y capacidades. OPPORTUNITY FOR WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTSâ€“The Willamette National Forest's Neotropical Migratory Bird Program will host an International Exchange Visitor - Wildlife Biologist from Feb through Nov of 2010. As during the past twelve years, the program will link our Forest's program with a work experience through the Institute for Bird Populations in Pt. Reyes, California. From Feb through Apr, the visiting biologist will work on district projects as well as natural resource education programs, then in May through early Aug, they will participate in the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship program and be part of a two-person team operating mist-netting stations on the Willamette National Forest in Oregon. Once that work is completed, the visiting biologist will again work on district wildlife projects and natural resource education activities for schools and other community organizations. Requirements: A good comprehension of English, knowledge and some experience with birds, experience with and a strong interest in natural resource education, public speaking, a driverâ€™s license in your home country, and the ability to work outdoors are required. A scholarship for full or partial funding may be available that can cover roundtrip airfare, housing, a per diem allowance to cover food expenses, and emergency medical insurance. Application deadline is 15 Dec 2009. The complete application information can be found at (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/willamette/admin/volunteer/migratorybird/index.html) For further questions, contact RUBY SEITZ, McKenzie River Ranger District (PH: 541-822-7256, EM: ruseitz AT fs.fed.us). OPORTUNIDAD DE CAPACITACIĂ“N PARA BIĂ“LOGOS El Programa de Aves Migratorias Neotropicales del Bosque Nacional Willamette en Oregon - EEUU, servirĂˇ de anfitriĂłn para un biĂłlogo desde febrero a noviembre de 2010. Al igual que durante los Ăşltimos 12 aĂ±os, el programa de pasantĂas del Bosque Nacional Willamette estarĂˇ enlazado con un curso de capacitaciĂłn y pasantĂa en el Programa de Monitoreo de Productividad y Supervivencia de Aves (MAPS), a travĂ©s del Institute for Bird Populations. Entre febrero y abril, el biologo visitante participarĂˇ en diversos proyectos en el districto y trabajarĂˇ diseĂ±ando su propio programa de educaciĂłn ambiental. Entre mayo y principios de agosto, la persona seleccionada formarĂˇ parte de un equipo de dos personas que operarĂˇn estaciones de redes de neblina en el Bosque Nacional Willamette utilizando el protocolo MAPS. A partir de agosto, el biĂłlogo visitante formarĂˇ nuevamente parte de varios projectos con vida silvestre en diferentes zonas, y pondrĂˇ en prĂˇctica el proyecto de educaciĂłn ambiental con escuelas y otras organizaciones comunales. Se requiere una buena comprensiĂłn del inglĂ©s conocimiento y alguna experiencia con aves. AdemĂˇs, se requiere que los postulantes tengan cierta experiencia con aves, una licencia de conducir en su pais de origin, y mucho interĂ©s en desarrollar actividades de educaciĂłn ambiental con niĂ±os, adolecentes y adultos. Habilidad en presentaciones orales y organizar actividades al aire libre son consideradas. El programa podrĂˇ cubrir gastos de viaje ida y vuelta, hospedaje, un estipendio diario para comida y seguro mĂ©dico de emergencia. La fecha lĂmite de aplicaciĂłn es el 15 de diciembre del 2009. InformaciĂłn detallada estĂˇ disponible en (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/willamette/admin/volunteer/migratorybird/index.html) Para mayor informaciĂłn contactar a: RUBY SEITZ, McKenzie River Ranger District,(PH: 541-822-7256, EM: ruseitz AT fs.fed.us). FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (3) needed for projects on the population dynamics of Florida Scrub-Jays (FSJs), Red-cockaded woodpeckers (RCWs) and Florida grasshopper sparrows (FGSs) at the Avon Park Air Force Range. The Avon Park Air Force Range is 100,000-acre military reserve located in south central Florida. The FSJ assistant (8 Feb through 31 Jul 2010) requires independent work in oak scrub habitat, often in remote areas. Duties include nest-searching, monitoring reproductive success, reading color bands, regular censuses, assisting in trapping, banding, and bleeding adults and nestlings, limited data entry, orienting with aerial photos and a compass, and GPS data collection. Applicants should be highly motivated, detail-oriented and observant and have a good sense of direction. The RCW assistant (1 Mar through 28 Aug 2010) requires independent work in longleaf pine habitat, often in remote areas. Duties include monitoring reproductive success, reading color bands, regular censuses, tracking birds through forests and dense wet undergrowth, climbing trees using sectional ladders, GPS data collection, habitat surveys and conducting maintenance on natural and artificial cavities. Applicants should feel comfortable with heights and hauling heavy equipment, and should be able to tolerate long hours, heat and humidity, biting insects and wet conditions. The FGS assistant (1 Mar through 31 Jul 2010) should have good birding skills (species identification by song essential), be highly motivated, and be able to tolerate high heat and humidity. Duties include conducting point counts, locating and monitoring nests, assisting with mist-netting and banding, reading color bands, sampling vegetation, and data entry. Previous experience with grassland birds and point counts preferred but not essential. Successful candidates for each position will have opportunities to assist with the other projects. A keen interest in birds is the most important prerequisite, but experience in reading color bands, capturing, handling and banding birds, tolerance for a vast array of snakes and biting insects, and working under hot-humid field conditions will be helpful, though not essential. Salary is $1360 per month plus free housing (NO PETS). Please indicate which position(s) you prefer. US citizenship or a current US work Visa is required. Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume with names, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references via email to (EM: mdent AT archbold-station.org). Please indicate 'field assistant application' in the subject heading). Applications must be submitted by 31 Oct 2009; early application is encouraged. HAWK COUNTER: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is seeking a hawk counter for the spring 2010 season. Position lasts 15 Mar-7 Jun 2010. Applicants should be adept at identifying eastern birds of prey at a distance. Early season conditions may include heavy snow cover and cold temperatures, so applicants should be prepared to deal with these conditions. There are some visitors later in the spring, so good communication skills and a sense of humor is important. This is a prime site for many northern species of owls, winter finches, eastern warblers, and Rough-legged Hawks. Fellow staff will also be conducting a waterbird count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include daily data entry, web updates, and writing a seasonal report. Pay is $900-1000/month based on experience, plus free housing. Please send cover letter, resume and references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). Position is open until filled. Check out our hawk blog for more info (URL: http://www.wpbohawks.blogspot.com). EDUCATOR/INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory is seeking an experienced Educator/Interpretive Naturalist for the period of 7 Apr- 31 Oct 2010. Duties include leading bird walks, conducting evening owl programs, educating visitors at the nature center, developing interpretive materials and implementing school programs. Expect to spend about 80% of the time outdoors, 20% at a desk. The education program has only been active for one year here, so we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing new programs and interacting with visitors. This is a great opportunity for a creative and self-motivated individual, because so many visitors come to Whitefish Point. Qualifications: 2-4 seasons experience as a field educator, well-developed communication and social skills, love of nature/birds and extreme ability to self-motivate. This position will work best for an individual who is most comfortable teaching outside of a classroom setting and enjoys educating in all weather conditions. A desire to initiate conversations with visitors and bring them to the Bird Observatory is very important. Fellow staff will be conducting a hawk count, a waterbird count, and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet. Perks include owl handling experience and living/birding along the Lake Superior shoreline at a prime migratory site. Salary is $1,000 a month, plus free housing. Please send cover letter, resume and references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). Position is open until filled. WATERBIRD COUNTER: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is seeking a Waterbird Counter for the spring 2010 season. The position lasts 15 Apr-7 Jun 2010. Applicants should be adept at identifying waterbirds at a distance and be prepared to deal with strong winds, rain, and possibly snow. Applicants must have their own binoculars to use, and preferably their own scope as well. The waterbird observation area also allows for viewing many of the songbirds and hawks that migrate through Whitefish Point. This is a prime migration site for many northern species of owls, hawks, winter finches, and eastern warblers. Fellow staff will also be conducting a hawk count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include daily count, data entry, blog updates, and writing a seasonal report. Pay is $900-1000/month based on experience, plus free housing. Please send cover letter, resume and references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). Position is open until filled. Check out our waterbird blog for more info (URL: http://www.wpbowaterbirds.blogspot.com). The Nature Conservancy seeks up to 8 SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS from 1 Mar to 25 Jun 2010 to conduct monitoring of the endangered Black-capped Vireo. Workers will receive several weeks training in mist-netting, banding, nest finding, and navigation with GPS and map. If you want to learn these skills, this job is for you. The work takes place at Fort Hood, a military installation adjacent to the city of Killeen, Texas. The primary tasks will be to locate color-banded vireos, find nests, monitor nests, map territories, conduct distance sampling surveys, and band both adults and nestlings. Crew members will be expected to keep extensive records and follow detailed protocols. Pay is $13.00/hour and workers must provide their own housing and transportation to work. We will help you begin your search for housing and connect you with potential room mates. Applicants should be in good physical condition, have good hearing, and be able to see the full spectrum of colors. Work lasts 35-55 hours/week and you will get overtime pay for hours beyond 40/week. Work starts before sunrise, and involves much walking in a hot, sunny environment with chiggers, fire ants, cacti, snakes, and poison ivy along with a colorful variety of birds and wildflowers. Four days of weekend work during the season is expected. Applicants must have an Associateâ€™s or Bachelorâ€™s degree, a valid driverâ€™s license, and a good driving record. To apply, complete an online application. Make sure to fill in all fields of this application (even if the information is also included in your resume) and upload your cover letter and resume as a single Word or PDF document. This document must include e-mails and phone numbers for 3 references. Visit (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers). Scroll to the bottom of the screen and click â€śCareersâ€ť. Next click the box labeled â€śhow to applyâ€ť then â€śview positionsâ€ť. Finally, click on â€śAdvanced Searchâ€ť. On the resulting screen, fill in the number 11484 in the â€śJob Opening IDâ€ť and set the â€śFind Jobs Posted Withinâ€ť field to â€śAnytimeâ€ť. The application deadline is 8 Jan 2010, but you can improve your chances by applying early. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have questions, contact KRISTIN COMOLLI (EM: kcomolli AT tnc.org). AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (6) and CREW LEADERS (2-3) needed to conduct area searches and habitat assessments for Great Basin Bird Observatory on the Lower Colorado River, Apr through mid-Jun, 2010. Are you interested in adventure, great birds, and exploring the desert? Are you willing to face temperatures up to 115 degrees, dense riparian vegetation, and rattlesnakes? If you are answering yes, this may be your ticket to a long and early summer. Applicants must be available from 1-15 Apr for training and 15 Apr - 15 Jun for surveys (with options to begin in mid-Mar and work through the end of Jun). Duties will include area searches, territory mapping, habitat assessments, and data entry in excel and ArcGIS. Applicants must have experience in passerine identification by sight and sound (preferably with southwestern birds), the ability to hike in hot and strenuous conditions, and be able to work well with a field partner in remote locations. Surveyors will be stationed in pairs and housing (some combination of camping, motels, and houses) will be provided. Couples with experience are encouraged to apply. Surveyors will be paid $1800-$2200/month depending on experience. Please send a cover letter and resume (including the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 references) to AMY LEIST (EM: leistATgbbo.org). RESEARCH SCIENTIST â€“ Senior Monitoring Coordinator, HawkWatch International, Salt Lake City, Utah. HawkWatch International (HWI) is a private, nonprofit corporation based in Salt Lake City, Utah dedicated to the conservation of raptors and their ecosystems. HWI coordinates one of the worldâ€™s most extensive networks of long-term, standardized raptor migration-monitoring projects. The primary responsibility of this position will be overseeing these operations, with direct oversight of 11 projects that include season-long counts, trapping and banding operations, and related studies. Duties will include recruiting, training, and supervising field personnel; acquiring and maintaining project equipment; ensuring effective logistical coordination and the smooth operation of all projects; maintaining field operations manuals and data forms; managing band inventories and BBL reporting; coordinating production of annual technical reports; and assisting with production of relevant scientific presentations, manuscripts, and popular/newsletter articles. All duties will be performed under supervision of the Science Director, with assistance from staff regional coordinators and project directors. This position will also involve participation in other monitoring (e.g., nest surveys) and applied conservation research projects (in collaboration with the Conservation Director) investigating the potential impacts of habitat change, energy development, etc. Required qualifications include a M.S. in ornithology, wildlife biology/ecology or related field; a minimum three (3) years of intensive field-research experience, including at least two (2) years of successful experience supervising field-research personnel and managing field-project logistics; excellent raptor-identification skills and experience with raptor trapping and banding; good general computer skills and solid familiarity with data processing and management using MS Excel and Access databases; excellent physical condition; willingness to travel extensively; and a personal vehicle suited to backcountry travel and a willingness to use personal vehicle for fieldwork given appropriate reimbursement. For a full position description and application procedures, please visit (URL: http://www.hawkwatch.org). Application screening begins 1 Dec 2009 and the position is open until filled. Preferred start date is Mar/Apr 2010. VOLUNTEER TROPICAL FIELD ASSISTANTSâ€“The Response of Jamaican Bird Communities Within Agro-forestry Systems to Climate Gradients. Work Location: Coffee farms and forests in the south-eastern Blue Mountains, Jamaica W.I. SUMMARY: Two positions for 40+ hours per week having an anticipated start date of 15 Jan 2010 and will continue till mid-Jun. This is not a paid position, but air fare to and from Jamaica and accommodation and meals are provided. We are seeking two individuals to work 4-5 months. This is a Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center research project under the supervision of Dr. Peter Marra with Herlitz Davis, a Graduate student leading the project in the field. The research will focus on the capacity of coffee agroforestry systems to act as buffers for migrant and resident birds along a rainfall gradient as well as provide alternative income for farmers. The species of interest in the study are American redstarts (Setophaga ruticilla), Black-throated blue warbler (Dendroica caerulescens), and Black whiskered vireos (Vireo altiloquus). However, we will be banding all other migrant and some resident species. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following. **80-90% of work consists of mist netting, marking, and territory monitoring of focal species; **Must be able to safely navigate rugged terrain; **General habitat assessment and arthropod and farmer surveys; **Willing and able to work alone for long irregular hours and during inclement weather; **Ability to work and live with others in bunk-style housing; **Work schedule may require weekend work but will provide agreed time-off; **Computer entry of banding and other field data. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required on this project. Applicants must carry a valid Driverâ€™s License and be eligible to operate a company vehicle under company policy guidelines. Have six months to one year related experience and/or training; the competitive applicants will have experience netting, banding, and re-sighting small active color-marked birds. Experience collecting foraging behavioral data is a plus, but is not required. APPLICATION PROCESS: A cover letter, rĂ©sumĂ©, and contact information for 3 references should be submitted (by email) to HERLITZ DAVIS (EM: davisha AT si.edu). Review of applications will continue until position is filled. Application deadline is 30 Nov 2009. SPOTTED OWL SURVEY INTERNS needed 12 Apr - 12 Jul 2010 to survey Spotted Owls in the spectacular northwest forests of North Cascades National Park, WA. Prior fieldwork experience, particularly with owls or raptors, is preferred. Seeking applicants in excellent physical condition with a willingness to backpack to remote sites, work at night, and conduct surveys in cold, wet weather. Other requirements include a sense of humor, a love of adventure, a desire to learn more about owls and natural history, and an appreciation of the dramatic landscape of the North Cascades. Shared park service housing provided, along with training and a per diem of $36 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $900 per month). Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to: RON TAYLOR, The Institute for Bird Populations, (EM: rtaylor AT birdpop DOT org). For more information see (URL: http://www.birdpop.org/interns/NWO_10.htm). PRE-ANNOUNCEMENT FOR POST DOCTORAL QUANTITATIVE ECOLOGIST RESEARCH POSITION GS-11 equivalent, two year term with benefits stationed at the Pacific Island Ecosystem Research Center, Kilauea Field Station, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, is expected to start in Dec 2009 or asap. The Northwestern Hawaiian Islands (Papaha-naumokua-kea Marine National Monument) provides habitat for the largest and most important assemblages of tropical seabirds in the world, with 14 million birds (22 species) and 11 endangered species of terrestrial birds and plants. As part of a small team, PhD researcher will integrate sea level rise projections with temporal and spatially explicit population models. The candidate will implement analysis of existing data to assess vulnerability of Hawaiian seabirds, endangered terrestrial birds and their habitats of the low lying atolls for multidimensional conservation decisions tools. Models will integrate sea level rise projections and uncertainty, species extinction risks, with management and mitigation scenarios as part an initiative funded by the new USGS National Climate Change and Wildlife Science Center. Opportunities for lead and co-authorship on manuscripts for publication are expected. Background and skills desired: PhD in wildife science, biometry or related field, wildlife demography, metapopulation dynamic studies, spatially explicit models, population abundance, density and trend estimators, Bayesian analysis, use of ArcGIS, WinBugs or Program R, SAS, wildlife trend estimators, avian population monitoring, population persistence models, techniques for missing data (bootstrapping and resampling). Experience with Program MARK, DISTANCE, and climate data. Strong interest in avian ecology, conservation, and island ecosystems. Good communication and organizational skills needed. Record of scientific publication in peer reviewed journals. May supervise masters student or biological technican. This vacancy has not yet been announced. For information on this anticipated position please contact (EM: michelle_reynolds AT usgs.gov). PhD STUDENT OPPORTUNITY in School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio. Research interests should complement a long-term study (9 years and counting) of behavioral and demographic mechanisms that underlie avian community responses to urbanization. Among other possibilities, opportunities include using long-term data sets, utilizing an ongoing experiment involving large-scale removals of exotic plants, and citizen science efforts. Applicants should have demonstrated academic excellence (>3.6 GPA and >75th percentile in V and Q GREs strongly preferred) and strong communication skills, both written and orally. Prior field ornithological experience is required. Support package consists of a combination of teaching and research assistantships (~$19K per year plus tuition and health benefits). Fellowship support may be possible for outstanding applicants. If interested, please send cover letter, curriculum vitae (including GPA and GRE scores), and contact info for 3 references to Dr. Amanda Rodewald (EM: rodewald.1 AT osu.edu) by 28 Nov 2009. SEASONAL AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGISTS (LOGGERHEAD SHRIKE) - The Institute for Wildlife Studies (IWS) is seeking applicants for 6 seasonal avian field biologists (6-7 months depending on start date) to assist with the monitoring and release of the San Clemente Loggerhead Shrike (SCLS), a federally endangered, endemic subspecies on San Clemente Island (SCI), California. IWS is responsible for monitoring the wild population of SCLS, as well as releasing captive-reared SCLS to supplement the wild population on SCI. SCI is the southernmost of the California Channel Islands, located 68 miles off the coast of San Diego. Starting dates will range from mid-Jan to mid-Feb and will be discussed with applicants during the interview process. Contingent on performance, one or more seasonal employees may be offered promotions to full-time positions, which include health benefits and paid vacation. DUTIES: Seasonal Avian Field Biologist duties include, but are not limited to: 1) nest searching and monitoring; 2) field identification and re-sighting of color-banded birds; 3) banding adults and nestlings; 4) data management in Microsoft Access and Excel, and ArcView GIS; 5) provisioning food to captive and wild birds; and 6) construction and maintenance of large avian cages. This position requires patience and sharp observation skills using spotting scopes and binoculars. SCI is owned and operated by the U.S. Navy as a training facility and personnel will be required to follow established military protocols and rules. QUALIFICATIONS: We are seeking enthusiastic biologists with strong research backgrounds who are committed to conservation and applied ecology. Each successful candidate will have earned a B.S. in wildlife biology, zoology, ecology or a related field and have knowledge of and experience with avian biology. Preferred qualifications include: experience conducting nest searching and monitoring, behavioral observations, color band identification, endangered species monitoring and passerine banding experience. Because of permitting issues, only those individuals with experience banding >200 passerines or small raptors will be allowed to participate in banding. A valid driverâ€™s license is required and experience operating full-sized 4-wheel drive trucks over rocky and muddy roads is preferred. All employment offers are contingent on the insurability of the applicant by IWS so applicants will be asked to provide information to verify their driving record. Applicants should be in excellent physical condition and be comfortable hiking in steep, rocky, cactus-covered terrain and in temperatures as high as 100ĚŠF. Applicants should enjoy living as part of a small research community and interacting with fellow IWS biologists, biologists working on other ongoing projects on SCI, and working with military personnel and members of other organizations who may have varying missions, opinions, and personalities. Work schedule will generally be 10 days on and 4 days off. Because this work is conducted on a military installation, applicants must be citizens of the United States or be covered under TN NAFTA work visas. Additional information regarding IWS research on SCI is available on the IWS website (URL: http://www.iws.org).COMPENSATION: Approximately $2000/month (based on an hourly rate). We also provide both housing and food while on island and transportation to and from SCI via twin-engine propeller planes flying out of the Coronado Naval Base in San Diego. Off-island accommodations are not provided. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To apply send a cover letter, resume (highlighting the number of adult and nestling passerines banded) and the names and contact information (including telephone number, email and work address) of at least 3 professional references to JUSTYN STAHL at (EM: stahl AT iws.org) (preferred) or 2515 Camino del Rio South, Suite 334, San Diego, CA, 92108. Please indicate â€SCLS field assistant applicationâ€™ in the subject heading. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received and we therefore encourage interested parties to apply promptly. The closing date for this position is 20 Nov 2009. WILDLIFE REHABILITATION INTERNâ€“The Wildlife Center of Virginia is a non-profit hospital for wildlife, with the mission of teaching the world to care about and to care for wildlife and the environment. Since its founding in 1982, the Wildlife Center has treated more than 53,000 patients representing more than 200 species. An average of 2,500 patients are treated per year, including birds, mammals, and reptiles. The Wildlife Center is one of the leading teaching hospitals in the country and trains students from around the world in wildlife medicine and rehabilitation. The Wildlife Center is offering a new six-month wildlife rehabilitation internship beginning 1 Feb 2010 and running through 31 Jul. This intern will gain intensive, hands-on experience and training in the field of wildlife rehabilitation, focusing on animal nutrition, husbandry, feeding techniques, capture and restraint methods, and release criteria; the intern will also receive wildlife hotline training (responding to inquiries about wildlife from the general public). The intern will gain and expand leadership qualities by training and mentoring new volunteers and preceptorship students. The intern will be trained and directly supervised by two staff wildlife rehabilitators as well as the rehabilitation supervisor. As part of the rehabilitation team: Provide excellent rehabilitative care to all animals at the facility: 1. Daily cleaning and feeding of all animals housed at the facility; 2. Assist with evaluating patients for release. Monitor patientâ€™s health, attitude, appetite, etc., and maintain written records of each animalâ€™s progress. Report evaluations to veterinarians and participate in daily clinical rounds with veterinary staff to discuss medical cases; 3. Exercise all flighted patients daily and record progress in patient record; 4. Assist with restraint, examination, diagnostic procedures and treatment of animals, as needed; 5. Admit patients and complete associated paperwork. May also examine and initiate first aid to patients or new arrivals in the absence of the veterinarian or technician, within constraints of training and experience; 6. Must be able to handle emotional aspects of euthanasia; may need to euthanize animals under supervision of veterinarians; 7. Maintain high standards of cleanliness in hospital, kitchen and animal housing areas. Participate in Training: 1. With other staff, train and mentor animal care volunteers and eight-week preceptor (intern) students; 2. Assist with teaching rehabilitation/caretaking protocols to veterinary and veterinary technician students; 3. Assist in creation of a collection of photographs of mammals and birds for classes, workshops and educational/promotional materials. Other Duties: 1. Daily and seasonal maintenance of cages, grounds, perches, etc. Recognize and correct any maintenance or safety hazards when possible. Report other problems to veterinary staff or office manager. 2. Research a topic related to wildlife rehabilitation and present information to staff through a written paper upon completion of internship. Paper may be submitted for publication in a wildlife rehabilitation journal. 3. Maintain inventory of animal food and cleaning supplies. 4. Take carcasses to the incinerator, as needed. 5. Other duties, responsibilities, and special projects, as requested. Requirements ** At least two years of college or prior work experience. ** Must have pre-exposure rabies vaccination. ** Must have a valid driverâ€™s license. ** Intern will be scheduled to work five days a week with two consecutive days off during the week. Weekend work is required. A typical day consists of working at least 10 hours [9 am to 7 pm]. ** Demonstrated ability to handle diverse, competing tasks independently, efficiently, and accurately; flexibility is a must. ** Must be even-tempered and diplomatic. ** Demonstrated reliability and dependability; willingness to work on weekends and holidays. ** Ability to organize, set goals, and meet deadlines; attention to detail. ** Team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills. ** Ability to work independently and as part of a team. ** Professional appearance and demeanor; ability to interact and communicate with the public, law enforcement, veterinarians and others. ** Ability to lift/carry equipment and animals up to 50 pounds. ** Previous wildlife experience preferred, but not required. Compensation **This is an unpaid internship; however, intern will receive a $400/month stipend for food and other living expenses. **Housing is provided at Wildlife Centerâ€™s student house in Waynesboro, VA. Rooms are shared and intern is expected to take part in cleaning the house with other occupants. **Wildlife Center will provide vehicles for work-related trips. TO APPLY: Please mail or email cover letter, rĂ©sumĂ©, and two letters of recommendation to: Rehabilitation Supervisor, Wildlife Center of Virginia, Post Office Box 1557, Waynesboro, VA 22980 (EM: outreach AT wildlifecenter.org). Application deadline is 15 Dec 2009. SEASONAL AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGISTS (Sage Sparrow)--Job Description: The Institute for Wildlife Studies (IWS) is seeking three (3) seasonal avian field biologists to work on the San Clemente Sage Sparrow Program on San Clemente Island (SCI), California. The San Clemente Sage Sparrow is a federally threatened, endemic subspecies. SCI is the southernmost of the California Channel Islands and is located 68 miles off the coast of San Diego. Starting dates range from mid-Jan to mid-Feb and will be discussed during the interview process. These positions run through mid Jul 2010 with the possibility that one or more positions will be extended through the fall. Duties include: Nest searching and monitoring. Mistnetting and color-banding juvenile and adult sage sparrows. Territory spot-mapping, field identification and re-sighting of color-banded birds. Monitoring transmittered individuals using radio telemetry. Data management in ArcView GIS, Access and Excel. Qualifications: We are seeking highly-motivated biologists with a strong research background and a commitment to conservation and applied ecology. The successful candidate will have earned a B.S. in wildlife biology, zoology, ecology or a related field and have knowledge of, and experience with, avian biology. Preferred qualifications include: experience conducting nest searching and monitoring, behavioral observations, color band identification, listed species monitoring, passerine banding experience, mistnetting, attaching transmitters to passerines, and experience using radio telemetry equipment. A valid driverâ€™s license is required and experience operating full-sized 4-wheel drive trucks over rocky and muddy roads is preferred. Employment is conditional upon insurability with IWS, so a clean driving record is essential. Applicants should be in excellent physical condition and be comfortable hiking in steep, rocky, cactus-covered terrain and in temperatures as high as 100ĚŠF. Applicants should enjoy living as part of a small research community and interacting with fellow IWS biologists, biologists working on other ongoing projects on SCI, and working with military personnel and members of other organizations who may have varying missions, opinions, and personalities. Work schedule will generally be 10 days on and 4 days off. Because this work is conducted on a military installation, applicants must be a citizen of the United States or be covered under a TN NAFTA work visa. Additional information regarding IWS research on SCI is available at (URL: http://www.iws.org). Compensation: Approximately $2000/month (based on an hourly rate). We also provide both housing and food while on island and transportation to and from SCI via twin-engine propeller planes flying out of the Coronado Naval Base in San Diego. Off-island accommodations are not provided. Application Procedure: To apply send a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information (including telephone number, email and work address) of at least 3 professional references as one document to TEEGAN DOCHERTY (EM: docherty AT iws.org) (preferred), 2515 Camino del Rio South, Suite 334, San Diego, CA, 92108. Please indicate â€śSage Sparrow field assistant applicationâ€ť in the subject heading. Applicants are encouraged to state the number of passerines (adults and nestlings) they have banded and emphasize their relevant qualifications. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received and we therefore encourage interested parties to apply promptly. The closing date for this position is 4 Dec 2009. M.S. ASSISTANTSHIP IN AVIAN ECOLOGYâ€“Agency: Illinois Natural History Survey / Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Location: Central Illinois. Job Description: We anticipate funding for a M.S. graduate research assistantship starting in Jan 2010 (or possibly May). The student will be part of a research program investigating habitat selection of grassland birds on newly created grasslands established by a USDA conservation program. The research will be conducted in Illinois and the primary objective is understanding cues (primarily social cues) used by grassland birds when selecting new breeding habitat. There is the potential to expand the scope of the project based on the studentâ€™s interests and there are significant resources available including automated radio telemetry systems to track individuals and acoustic monitoring tools to remotely monitor a site. Qualifications: We seek a highly motivated applicant with a strong work ethic, experience in the field, good communication skills, and preferably a background in wildlife or avian ecology. Application should possess a B.S. in Ecology, Biology, or related fields and have a valid driverâ€™s license. Salary: ~20k/year + tuition. Late Date to Apply: 4 Dec 2009. Contact: DR. MICHAEL WARD (EM: mpward AT illinois.edu) FIELD TECHNICIANS -- Sierra Nevada, California. The Sierra Nevada Research Center (USDA Forest Service, Davis, CA) is seeking qualified field biological technicians to fill 2010 seasonal positions for a scientific investigation of the responses of California spotted owls to large-scale fire, fuels, and timber management strategies in the Sierra Nevada. Field technicians will perform the following work: (1) systematic night surveys for spotted owls and other owl species; (2) follow-up surveys to identify color-banded owls and to determine spotted owl nest/roost locations, nesting status, and reproductive success; and (3) other tasks as assigned (e.g. collecting vegetation data, assisting with other wildlife surveys, and data entry). All employees perform most duties at night and will often be required to hike on steep, rough terrain in remote areas. All candidates must have good hearing and full night and color vision, be physically fit, be able to follow a scientific protocol, have a valid driverâ€™s license, and be willing and able to exercise good scientific and safety judgment in the field. We will be filling Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) positions at the GS-4, 5 and 6 levels for all locations listed below. In addition, we may fill a GS-7 position at the Sequoia NP and Trimmer and Shaver Lake location. Start dates will range from 1 Mar thru 1 Jun and end in mid- to late Aug, with the possibility of work extending into Sep. Work is conducted in northern California on the Plumas and Lassen National Forests (based in Quincy, CA and Chester, CA, respectively) and in southern California at Sequoia National Park, and on the Sierra National Forest (based in Trimmer, and Shaver Lake, CA). Official job announcements are currently posted on the USAJOBS website, URL: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov). Vacancy announcement numbers are, for GS-4: TEMP-OCR-0404-04-SNRC-SO, for GS-5: TEMP-OCR-404-5 SNRC, and for GS-6: TEMP-OCR-404-6-SNRC-SO, and for GS-7: TEMP-OCR-0404-07-SNRC-SO. Deadline for applying is 30 Nov 2009. Initial review of applicants will begin in early Dec. Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. Interested candidates should apply online. Separate applications are required for each grade level. You may apply to a single location or multiple locations, as specified in the application. We strongly recommend that you attach academic transcripts electronically to your application (unofficial transcripts are OK). If you do not attach your transcript, your education will not count towards your qualification for these positions and you may be disqualified from consideration. You will NOT be allowed to attach your transcripts later in the hiring process. For more information on positions in Quincy, contact PAULA SHAKLEE at (PH: 530-283-7806, EM: pashaklee AT fs.fed.us); for Chester, contact GRETCHEN JEHLE at (PH: 530-721-0011, EM: gjehle AT fs.fed.us); for Trimmer, Shaver Lake, or Sequoia NP, contact SUE SUTTON at (PH: 559-323-3224, EM: ssutton01 AT fs.fed.us).
Subject: Bird Jobs --October 15, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 00:36:10 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** FIELD TECHNICIANS â€“ The Arizona Game and Fish Department needs 20 field technicians for the Arizona Bald Eagle Nestwatch Program. Private contractors will be hired to monitor breeding bald eagles at 10 to 15 breeding areas throughout Arizona's riparian corridors from 3 Feb thru a minimum of 15 May 2010. Contractors will collect bald eagle behavioral data, contact and educate recreating public, and help enforce closures around the breeding area. Previous birding and behavioral data collection experience preferred but not required. For more information on the Arizona Bald Eagle Nestwatch Program, visit the Arizona Game and Fish Department's web page (URL: http://www.azgfd.gov/inside_azgfd/employment_eagle.shtml), the Southwestern Bald Eagle Management Committeeâ€™s web page (URL: http://www.swbemc.org/nestwatch_p.html), call or e-mail KENNETH JACOBSON (PH: 623-236-7575, EM: baldeagl AT azgfd.gov). Application information can be downloaded from the web page, or by writing DONNA BAILLOUX at Arizona Game and Fish Department, 5000 West Carefree Highway, Phoenix, Arizona 85086. Applications are available until 30 Nov 2009. All applications are due before 1 Dec 2009 at 3:00 P.M. (MST). COORDINATOR for the Crawford Gunnison Sage Grouse Working Group â€“ Essential Functions: The Crawford Gunnison Sage Grouse Working Group is seeking a highly motivated, out-going individual to serve as its coordinator. The coordinator will provide oversight and coordination for the working group; serve as a conduit for communication with other working groups, private citizens, local landowners, non-governmental organizations, and County, State, and Federal agencies; and facilitate the conservation of the Crawford sub-population of Gunnison sage grouse through implementation of local and range-wide conservation plans. Job Description: This is a part-time (10 hours/week) position for a one-year period (Nov 2009 â€“ Nov 2010). The coordinator will work as an independent contractor in a non-federal/non-state position and will be compensated $30/hr. There are no benefits associated with this position. The coordinator will be required to provide office space, office equipment and a vehicle appropriate for year round driving in the area. Per diem and mileage compensation are available, but depend upon the applicantâ€™s location and distance from the North Rim/Crawford area. Preference will be given to those currently living in, or willing to relocate to the North Rim (Delta, Paonia, Hotchkiss, Montrose) area. The successful applicant will be required to sign a one-year personal services contract. Funding of the position beyond one year will depend upon a demonstrated need and the ability to secure additional agency and grant support. Specific Job Duties: â€˘ Develop a public outreach and education plan, highlighting and disseminating project goals and accomplishments, targeted at different user groups. This may include, but not be limited to: public presentations, press releases and news articles/interviews, project brochures, signage, newsletters, and a website. â€˘ Pursue grant or foundation funding for working group projects, including funding for this position on a continuing basis. Occasionally travel to Denver or elsewhere to lobby for habitat protection or other funding for program goals. â€˘ Coordinate a revision of the Habitat Management Plan, with input from current partners, new audiences, landowners, and local, state, federal agencies. â€˘ Facilitate working group and committee meetings, and track groupâ€™s progress towards stated goals. Ensure all working group members remain informed of the groupâ€™s activities. Develop communication pathways with other Gunnison sage grouse working groups, and attend their meetings on occasion. Regularly report on progress or issues to all working group members. â€˘ Engage new users to participate in the working group, plan revision process, and monitoring program. â€˘ Coordinate the implementation of grant objectives and provide updates of accomplishments to the grantor, working group and public. Prepare necessary grant reports in a timely manner. â€˘ Serve as a point of contact for agencies/organizations conducting research and treatment projects in the North Rim area. â€˘ Develop working relationships with private landowners; help facilitate land protection or habitat improvement projects on private lands in cooperation with agencies or land trusts; support local government efforts to protect Gunnison sage grouse. â€˘ Assist the working group in developing a community based monitoring program. Knowledge/Skills: â€˘ Ability to work effectively and interact well with all types of people; have an open mind, be flexible and cooperative. â€˘ Bachelorâ€™s degree, preferably in a natural resource-related field. â€˘ Demonstrate abilities and experience in facilitation, public speaking, outreach and education, marketing, and communication. â€˘ Ability to independently complete tasks within assigned time frames. â€˘ Ability to manage multiple priorities, with assignments sometimes coming from a number of sources. â€˘ Strong computer skills including a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite. Ability to create outreach material and website design. Experience utilizing databases for data entry and report production. â€˘ Strong administrative skills including attention to detail and numerical ability. Ability to plan, administer, and record results of working group meetings and activities. â€˘ Demonstrate strong writing and editing skills. Complexity/Problem Solving: â€˘ Resolves routine problems independently. â€˘ Consult with supervisor/steering committee to develop plans for resolution of unusual or complex problems. Discretion/Latitude/Decision-making: â€˘ Independently make day-to-day decisions related to individual work. â€˘ Consult with supervisor/steering committee to address any issues that affect the work of others or affect the program as a whole. Responsibility/Oversight: Financial & Supervisory: â€˘ Supervises no staff but may oversee and direct work of volunteers or interns. â€˘ Tracks grant funding and compiles financial or progress reports. Communications/Interpersonal Contacts: â€˘ Ability to communicate with the public, landowners, and work group members. Respond to requests and obtain or provide information. Coordinate official working group responses to plans or proposals. â€˘ Ability to function productively as a leader of a work team. â€˘ Familiarity with standard business communications; ability to write and edit correspondence. Working Conditions/Physical Effort: â€˘ Independent contractor position. â€˘ Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and meet deadlines. â€˘ Work may require occasional physical exertion and/or muscular strain. Work may also involve disagreeable elements and/or exposure to job hazards where there is some possibility of injury. CONTACT INFORMATION Applicants should submit, via email, a complete resume with three references and answers to the following essay questions to the UP Project (EM: upproject AT upproject.org). No hard copies will be accepted. Applications must be received prior to 20 Oct 2009. An official starting date is negotiable, but the successful applicant should expect to begin their new duties sometime in mid-Nov, 2009. Answers to the following questions should be limited to 200 words or less. 1. Please provide a brief narrative of how your education, experience and interests will help you meet the objectives of this job. 2. Describe your ability and experience in developing outreach materials for diverse audiences and your skills in presenting information both orally and in writing. 3. Describe your ability and experience in organizing and facilitating group meetings, dealing effectively with individuals and/or groups or people, and resolving conflicts. 4. Describe your experience in developing grant proposals and securing funding. 5. Describe your ability to work independently, prioritizing and executing tasks in a timely manner. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP: MS or PhD. A fully funded RA position is available to join our team conducting research related to cultural erosion of the song in Mangrove Warblers (Dendroica petechia castaneiceps) in Baja California Sur, Mexico. Field work involves recording bird songs in dense inhospitable habitat under conditions of extreme heat. In addition each recorded bird must be color banded for long-term study. Mangrove sites are widely scattered, especially on the east coast of BCS so a good deal of travel is involved. The successful applicant must have field experience with song recording, bird banding, a valid U.S. passport and it would be very handy if she/he could speak Spanish and English. The ideal candidate would have an established interest in bird song recording and analysis. Applicants seeking MS or PhD degrees will be considered. The position starts Jan 2010, but can also start May 2010. Prospective candidates should email a letter of interest and a complete CV to ROBERT C. WHITMORE, Division of Forestry and Natural Resources, West Virginia University, Morgantown, WV 26506. (PH: 304-293-3196, EM: rwhitmor AT wvu.edu). WESTERN BLUEBIRD FIELD INTERNSHIPS 2010: Carmel Valley, California: Field assistants needed for an ongoing long-term study of the behavioral ecology of the Western Bluebird at Hastings Reservation in upper Carmel Valley, California. Hastings is a field station run by the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, UC Berkeley and this study has been ongoing since 1983. Current work focuses on behavioral ecology, particularly delayed dispersal and the importance of cooperation among independently breeding kin. Interns for the project must be avid hikers, comfortable tromping around in the wilderness to monitor nests and happy to sit in blinds during the mornings watching behavior. Self-discipline and genuine interest in field biology as a career are helpful. Prior experience with birds is desirable but not required; self-motivation, enthusiasm for the questions and ability to tackle the rigors of fieldwork are a must. We are particularly interested in candidates who believe they would like to go to graduate school in behavioral ecology or field ornithology. Positions start in Mar or Apr 2010 and continue through mid-Jul with the possibility of an extended stint for more focused individuals wishing to participate fully in a research project leading to publication. We offer a small living stipend ($800/month) along with housing. The experience is designed to be one of total immersion six days a week. Send or e-mail a resume along with the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least two references to CAITLIN STERN, Department of Neurobiology & Behavior, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853 (EM: cas245 AT cornell.edu). ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INTERNSHIP â€“ The Sharon Audubon Center is an environmental education center owned and operated by National Audubon Society in a diverse and beautiful setting in northwestern Connecticut. Duties: Primary responsibilities of the Environmental Education Interns include assisting with the teaching of environmental education programs to school groups. During the month of Mar, this person(s) will also be heavily involved with the Center's Maple Sugaring Operation. During the summer, primary responsibility is to oversee the Sharon Audubon Center Summer Nature Programs for children ages 3-11. Children visit the Center for 2-5 hours each day during weeklong sessions. Activities range from discovery hikes, pond explorations, live animal programs, nature crafts and games. The summer naturalists design the curriculum for these programs and conduct the programs with the help of volunteer assistants. Environmental Education Interns are expected to help with other aspects of a nature center, such as helping with special events, wildlife rehabilitation, public education programs, answering requests for information from the public, running the Nature Store, and helping with many other facets of a Nature Center's day to day operation. Supervision: The Environmental Education Interns work under the guidance of the Education Program Manager, however, the entire staff is available to interns for special interest sessions, guidance and assistance. Housing, Salary and School Credit: Interns have a furnished apartment with shared bedrooms (during the summer), kitchen, bath and living room. Salary is $288.75 per week. Students should arrange for school credit with their advisor beforehand, if applicable. Position: This internship position is a six month position and runs mid-Feb through mid-Aug. Closing date when filled. Qualifications: Completion of at least two years of college coursework in environmental or life sciences. Some teaching experience and/or curriculum development is necessary. Summer Naturalists must be confident in leading a group and initiating activities, working independently and team teaching. The most important assets are a strong work ethic, natural history background, self-motivation, on-going enthusiasm, commitment, flexibility, a desire to learn, and the ability to work well with others and with children. Application: To be considered for an internship, send or email a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references to WENDY MILLER, Education Program Manager, Audubon Sharon, 325 Cornwall Bridge Road, Sharon, CT 06069. ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING POSITIONS / SENIOR PARK AIDE (approx. 6) with California Department of Parks and Recreation, Oceano Dunes State Park in San Luis Obispo County, needed approximately 15 Feb to late Sep 2010. GENERAL DUTIES INCLUDE: conduct monitoring of western snowy plover and California least tern adults, nests, chicks and broods; read color band data; collect data on the status and trends of native plants and animals; nest exclosure fence and sign installation and maintenance; work with the public and with an interdisciplinary team. Applicants should have the following qualities: work well as an individual and in a team setting; be flexible and open minded; work well with the public; be able to take direction; be able to work under harsh environmental conditions (heavy wind, sand, sun exposure); have a clean drivers license and be able to operate a 4-wheel drive vehicle; have a background in Environmental Sciences with birding experience; have experience in report writing and/or GIS/GPS technology. SALARY: $11.52/hour with one week paid sick and vacation time after six months. Housing is not provided. The position is a seasonal full time position (up to 1500 hours per year). Weekend, holiday and evening shifts will be required. You will receive full training and work with some of the best experts in the field. If you are interested, please submit a Standard State Application (URL: http://www.spb.ca.gov/jobs/documents/capp.pdf) to: RONNIE GLICK, Senior Environmental Scientist, Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area, 340 James Way Suite 270, Pismo Beach, CA 93449. Applications will be accepted until 1 Feb 2010 or until the position is filled. For more information contact: (PH: 805-773-7180 EM: rglick AT parks.ca.gov) TEMPORARY NONGAME BIRD BIOLOGIST I â€“ Location: Lincoln, Nebraska. SALARY: $16.692/Hr. Research, Analysis and Inventory Section Position #05527, Wildlife Division. Start/End Dates: 11 Jan - 15 Oct 2010. Application Deadline: 9 Nov 2009. Essential Job Duties: Primary duty will be to assist the Nongame Bird Program Manager with research, survey, and inventory projects. Projects are varied and wide-ranging but may include work with 1) nesting Bald Eagles, 2) migrating Whooping Cranes, 3) breeding Least Terns and Piping Plovers, 4) migrating shorebirds, 5) breeding Peregrine Falcons, and 6) general inventory projects. Duties will include a combination of 1) collection, recording, and management of field data, 2) assisting in capture and banding of birds, and 3) assisting with project promotion through public forums. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of avian ecology and wildlife management principles. Ability to work out of doors in sometimes uncomfortable conditions, ability to work independently and with others, and ability to record and maintain detailed and accurate records and databases. Computer skills highly desirable (Microsoft office), in particular, experience with relational databases (MS Access) and Geographic Information Systems. Requirements: B. S. degree in biology, ecology, wildlife management or related field and 1 year experience. Drivers license required. Please send a C.V./resume and a list of 3 references along with the state application. Questions about the position can be directed to: JOEL JORGENSEN, Nongame Bird Program Manager, (PH: 402-471-5440, EM: joel.jorgensen AT nebraska.gov). TO APPLY: Send Application for Employment to DAS, State Personnel Division, 301 Centennial Mall South, PO Box 94905, Lincoln, NE 68509-4905. Apply on line at (URL: http://www.wrk4neb.org. Applications must be postmarked on or before the application deadline to be considered. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR â€“ Description: Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, a non profit organization, seeks an experienced Executive Director. The ED will hold a Bachelorâ€™s degree (Masterâ€™s preferred), have a minimum of 7 years of professional experience in a field of natural science, environmental education, natural resource management, or related field, and a minimum of 5 years leadership and supervisory experience in a nature center or closely related organization. The ED will: lead the organization; represent, promote and defend the mission; manage financial matters, including preparing budgets; have sound knowledge of risk management and best management practices; manage and secure physical property assets and equipment; work with legal matters and contracts; work closely with volunteers; hire, supervise and evaluate staff; have a broad knowledge of natural science and conservation management practices; present educational and promotional programs to a wide variety of audiences; and collaboratively develop and implement strategic and long term plans. The ED will initiate and direct fundraising including individual gifts, grants, corporate and public support, memberships, special events and annual and capital campaigns. Interested applicants should respond via email with the following limited information: name, mailing address, phone numbers and email address to (EM: info AT ruffnermountain.org) by 31 Oct, 2009. A detailed position description and application instructions will be sent via return email. Ruffner Mountain Nature Center is an equal opportunity employer. INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN MEXICO â€“ Job Type: full-time temporary position. Opportunity location: Janos, Chihuahua, Mexico. Closing date: 30 Nov 2009. Opportunity Description: Overviewâ€“This is a great opportunity to acquire a variety of field skills, contribute to an important avian conservation project, and spend the winter in one of the most scenic and biologically rich desert grasslands in Mexico. Grassland birds have exhibited steeper, broader, and more consistent declines than any other group of North American Birds. The Rocky Mountain Bird Observatoryâ€™s (RMBO) International Program is researching survivorship and home range use of grassland birds on their wintering grounds. This study will take place on the 18,000 ha Reserva EcolĂłgica â€śEl Unoâ€ť, owned by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), as well as on surrounding private properties in the majestic grasslands of northern Chihuahua. This is an unpaid internship. Start date: 4 Jan 2010. End date: 28 Feb 2010. On site housing will be provided as well as a small stipend to offset food costs. Transportation on and around study areas will be provided, however interns are responsible for their own transportation to either El Paso, Texas or Janos, Chihuahua, Mexico. We are seeking motivated and team oriented individuals who can commit to the full duration of this project. To learn more about RMBO you may visit (URL: http://www.rmbo.org). Essential Job Functions: Interns will work alongside Mexican and American biologists to capture and band grassland birds, attach radio-transmitters to sparrows, relocate transmitter-birds twice daily using radio telemetry, and conduct bird abundance (line transects) and habitat surveys. Surveys will be conducted during various times of day, requiring work in early mornings as well as after dark on some nights. Communication with team members during training and field work will occur primarily in Spanish. Qualifications: A bachelorâ€™s of science degree in ecology, wildlife biology, biology, environmental science, or other related field (or be working towards such a degree); ability to write legibly and record data accurately in the field, as well as enter data accurately into computer spreadsheets; ability to follow instructions and protocols; previous field work experience; ability to use binoculars to track moving wildlife; excellent hearing and sight; strong working (intermediate to advanced) knowledge of Spanish; ability to communicate effectively with crew leaders and team mates; ability to work well independently and in teams; comfortable working outdoors in rugged terrain in a remote area with abundant wildlife; a strong interest in birds and international conservation; must be respectful & comfortable in communal co-ed living situations; MUST have a tolerance of adverse weather (temperatures range from 15-75ĚŠF), long hours, early mornings, and night work; MUST have sensitivity to and comfort with the current security issues in Northern Mexico. Preferred skills and abilities: A strong aural and visual bird identification skills; experience with handling birds, mist-netting/banding, line-transect or point-count surveys, vegetation surveys; at least conversational Spanish speaking skills Although the closing date is posted as Nov 30, 2009, positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, CV, and names and contact information for at least three references to LONI BEYER (EM: loni.beyer AT RMBO.org). You may also send application materials by mail to: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Attn: LONI BEYER, 230 Cherry St, suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521. For questions or more information regarding this position please contact Loni Beyer: (EM: loni.beyer AT rmbo.org, PH: 970-482-1707 ext 15). HAWKCOUNTER needed to conduct the full-season spring raptor migration count at Bradbury Mountain State Park in south-central Maine from 15 Mar â€“ 15 May. Applicants must be adept at identifying eastern hawks, falcons, and eagles at a distance. This site is popular with birding and non-birding visitors, so good communication skills are a must, along with an enthusiasm for repeatedly answering, â€śHow do you know youâ€™re not counting the same birds?â€ť Expect some brutally cold, windy, and slow days early on, with busy days of Broad-winged Hawks and Black Flies as the season progresses. A stipend of $1375/month will be provided, plus free housing. Counter must be able to provide own transportation for the 3-mile commute between the count site and housing. Please send cover letter, resume, and 3 reference contacts to Jeannette and Derek Lovitch (EM: freeportwildbird AT yahoo.com), or Bradbury Mtn Raptor Research Project, Freeport Wild Bird Supply, 541 US Route One, Suite 10, Freeport, ME 04032. Open until filled. POSTDOCTORAL Fellowships in Evolutionary Biology and Related Fieldsâ€“We are now accepting proposals for Postdoctoral Fellowships at The National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent). We are looking to fund innovative approaches to outstanding problems in evolutionary biology. Proposals are due 1 Dec. For more information, please see our website at (URL: https://www.nescent.org/science/proposals.php). CALL FOR PROPOSALS - Sabbatical Scholars and Collaborative Working Groups â€“ Proposals for Sabbaticals and for collaborative working groups (Working Groups and Catalysis Meetings) are now being accepted at The National Evolutionary Synthesis Center (NESCent). We are looking to fund innovative approaches to outstanding problems in evolutionary biology. In particular, proposals that have a clear interdisciplinary focus, or involve evolutionary concepts in non-traditional disciplines, are strongly encouraged, as are proposals that demonstrate international participation and a mix of senior and emerging researchers, including graduate students. Proposals for Working Groups and Catalysis Meetings are accepted twice a year, with deadlines on 10 Jun and 1 Dec. Proposals for Sabbaticals may be one semester to a full year (deadlines 10 Jun and 1 Dec) or they may be for short-term visits (2 weeks to 3 months; deadlines on 1 Jan, 1 Apr, 1 Jul and 1 Sep). For more information, please see our website at (URL: https://www.nescent.org/science/proposals.php). PARK RANGER IV/PARK INTERPRETER: Resaca de la Palma State Park, part of the World Birding Center, is located in Brownsville TX. We seek to fill the job position of Park Interpreter at our park. The park interpreter is responsible for coordinating with the Natural Resource Specialist for developing and implementing an outreach program for Resaca de la Palma State Park. Description: Researches, develops, implements, and evaluates interpretive programs, including but not limited to exhibits, tours, school programs, guided walks, special events, training workshops and seminars based on the interpretive purposes of the WBC and its mission. Assists with the volunteer program. Prepares reports, maintains admiunistrative and interpretive files and assists with visitor services, including revenue collection, entrance fee collection, and periodic grounds and maintenance. Coordinates with all WBC staff at 8 other sites and communities in the area. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and branch rules, regulations, and procedures. The park interpreter is expected to work a 40-hr week on a flexible schedule; hours may be different that 8:00 AM - 5:00 P.M. and may include days off other than Saturday and Sunday. The interpreter may be required to work on holidays. Overnight travel is a possibility. Duties will be performed in all types of weather, particularly humidity and heat associated with extreme South Texas. The interpreter is expected to comply with Texas Parks and Wildlifeâ€™s non-smoking laws, which create a non-smoking work environment in all State buildings and vehicles. Must obtain and maintain a valid class C Texas driverâ€™s license within 30 days of hire. Education: Graduation from a 4-year college with a bachelorâ€™s degree. No experience is required but combined education and experience will include experience in interpretive programs and college course hours. A Bachelorâ€™s degree in: Park Administration, Recreation and Parks, Wildlife and Fisheries Science, Natural and/or Cultural Resource Conservation, Range Management, Forestry, Biology, Anthropology/Archaeology, History, or a closely related field. Experience: no experience required. Preferably the applicant has experience working with the public, working in customer service, and park operations, is bilingual in English and Spanish, and has some experience with interpretive and educational programs. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of natural and cultural resource management; (2) Knowledge of special event planning and implementation; (3) Knowledge of general maintenance techniques; (4) Skill in effective interpretive techniques, program preparation and presentations; (5) Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing with the general public and co-workers; (6) Skill in planning, organizing and implementing public presentations and guided tours for all age groups; (7) Ability to train and serve as a team leader for volunteers; (8) Ability to provide quality customer service in a professional manner; (9) Ability to use a computer and related software such as Power Point, Word and Excel; (10) Ability to work as a member of a team; (11) Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with department's safety program, work rules and standards of behavior; (12) Ability to collect revenues and issue permits. Salary: $2,695/mo. Application: Resume and references are accepted but will not serve in lieu of a completed State of Texas Application for Employment. A photocopy of an OFFICIAL college transcript issued by the registrar must be submitted with the application. The transcript may say â€śissued to studentâ€ť and does not need to be sealed and sent to TPWD directly from the registrar. The transcript may be faxed, scanned, or mailed with application (if applicable). Skills demonstration may be requested at time of interview. Texas Parks and Wildlife requires a Consent for Criminal Background Check form from all applicants completed at the time of application. The form is found on our website at (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/). Forward the application to Texas Parks and Wildlife: P.O. Box 714, Olmito, TX 78575, Attn: PABLO DE YTURBE. For more information visit (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs) or call (PH: 956-350-2920). MARSH BIRD FIELD TECHNICIANS (1-2) are needed from early Jan through Jun 2010 for a project looking at habitat associations of secretive marsh birds in central Florida. The main focus of the study will be conducting surveys for marsh birds including rails, limpkins and bitterns, so good hearing and the ability to identify birds by vocalization is a must. Considerable time will be dedicated to habitat sampling in marsh habitat so good physical condition is also required. Ability to keep accurate field records, a positive attitude under difficult conditions and follow a detailed protocol is preferred. Applicants should have a BS or similar degree in wildlife or biological sciences. Previous field experience is also desirable. Boating experience is helpful, since most work will be done from airboats and kayaks. Pay will be $1440 a month, with housing provided in Saint Cloud, Florida. If Interested please send letter of interest, C.V./resume, and list of three references to BRAD ALEXANDER[EM: bwa0003 AT auburn.edu (preferred)] or Brad Alexander, 3301 Forestry and Wildlife Sciences Building, Auburn University, AL 36849. Deadline is 9 Nov but positions will be filled as excellent applicants are found. RESEARCH ASSOCIATE III POSITION in the Lab of Thomas E Martin at The University of Montana. Research Associate sought to supervise large field crew in high elevation, remote (tent-living) forests in Arizona and manage data in Missoula, MT. $27,555/yr, plus full fringe benefits. A minimum 2 year commitment is sought, but seeking someone longer-term (4 more years of funding exists). This long-term, 24-year, study has many components - see (URL: http://www.umt.edu/mcwru/TEMWebsite/AZfieldasst.htm) Opportunities available to analyze data on own time and write senior-authored papers. During the non-field season, primary duties are to manage large data sets, and summarize and conduct quality control on data. During the field season, primary duties are to coordinate equipment and supplies, and to hire and supervise a large field crew (20-25 assts) to locate and monitor nest fate of 32 bird species, capture and band birds, video behavior at nests and quantify vegetation. Minimum of BS with 2 years of experience required, with preference given to those with MS. Preference for strong work motivation (including desire to work on personal time on publications), strong inter-personal communication skills, experience in banding and searching for nests of forest passerines, database management skills, and supervisory experience. The position requires strong familiarity with database management, including file conversion and merger. Experience with database programs (Access, Paradox) and statistical analyses (particularly SPSS), and writing queries and syntax are pluses. Review of applications will begin 1 Nov 2009, but position will remain open until suitable candidate identified. Position to begin around 15 Jan 2010. Please email THOMAS E. MARTIN (EM: tom.martin AT umontana.edu) with any questions and for a copy of the vacancy announcement that explicitly lists required knowledge, skills, and abilities (also available directly at (URL: http://www.umt.edu/jobs). To apply, please submit a letter explaining background experience and career goals, curriculum vita, and 3 letters of recommendation to: The University of Montana, Office of Human Resource Services, EL Center Room 252; Missoula, MT 59812; (PH: 406-243-6760; FX: 406-243-6095; EM: staffjobs AT mso.umt.edu). EEO/AA WILDLIFE RESEARCH POSITIONS â€“ OUTREACH Notice, Rocky Mountain Research Station-US Forest Service, Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Biological Science Technicians GS-0404 4/5 (Wildlife) ~ $13.18/hr to ~ $14.74/hr) Full Time-Temporary Appointment 1039 hours/NTE 6 months ~ 6 needed from approximately 12 Aprâ€“24 Sep 2010 (end date dependent on funding) to assist in a study of forest thinning effects on Mexican Spotted Owls in the Sacramento Mountains, south-central New Mexico (Lincoln National Forest). Major duties will involve surveying for, capturing, banding, and re-sighting Mexican spotted owls, sampling forest vegetation, and live-trapping small mammals. Other duties will include data entry, vehicle and equipment maintenance, and other duties as assigned. The work will be physically demanding and will involve extensive daily hiking in steep terrain at high altitudes (8,000 to 9,700 ft) on a daily basis, commonly during extreme or inclement weather, i.e. monsoon rains from Jul-Sept. At least 50% of the spotted owl research will be conducted at night off trail in the forest. Work schedules are generally 10 days on and 4 days off, and the position will require work sessions of truck-camping at remote locations on National Forest land. Vehicles will be provided. First-aid, CPR, defensive driving and field safety training will also be provided. These positions are physically and mentally demanding however, they provide a wide array of experience with wildlife and associated research techniques. Applicants must have a valid state driver's license in good standing, be able to hear owl calls, have normal color vision to allow for reading color-bands, be in excellent to good physical condition (carry a 40-50 lb pack up steep terrain at high elevation), be self-motivated, and have a desire to work independently or in small groups in remote locations. U.S. citizenship required. Duty station will be in Cloudcroft, New Mexico. Housing will not be provided. There are occasionally some rental options available in Cloudcroft and Alamogordo (25 minutes drive from Cloudcroft), but camping is a cheaper option, and one that most past crew members have used. We will set up a base camp with limited amenities. Interested parties should send an email with attached resume, including 3 references to DARRELL APPRILL (EM: dapprillATfs.fed.us) TODD RAWLINSON (EM: trawlinsonATfs.fed.us) and RYAN JONNES (EM: rsjonnesATfs.fed.us). Please send .rtf or .doc files with your name embedded, i.e. (Smith_resume.doc). THIS IS AN OUTREACH ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY. Formal application procedures will be necessary at a later date through the US Forest Service AVUE program. (http://www.avuedigitalservices.com). All personnel responding to this outreach notice will be sent the formal hiring announcement and information on specific application procedures. Questions about job duties can be addressed by e-mail to Darrell Apprill, Todd Rawlinson, or Ryan Jonnes at the email addresses above. Note Revised Deadlineâ€“IOC FUNDING SUPPORT â€“ AWARD FUNDS AVAILABLE to support attendance of 2010 INTERNATIONAL ORNITHOLOGICAL CONGRESS! Applications for support are invited from ornithologists world-wide. A total of $35,000 (to date) is committed by the National Science Foundation, American Ornithologists' Union, and Cooper Ornithological Society, all of the USA, to help participants attend the 2010 IOC in Brazil (see IOC WebSite URL: http://www.acquaviva.com.br/sisconev/index.asp?Codigo=26). The amount available to individuals may vary, although the Committee expects to provide from $500 - $1,000 per individual. Awards will reimburse selected individuals for legitimate expenses (e.g., air fare, lodging at the congress, and registration fees: original receipt required). We encourage participants to seek/receive assistance from more than one source (e. g., home institution or university, government grants personal funds, etc.). Eligibility: Applicants must be registered participants in the congress. The committee will use a number of factors to determine awards. For example, academic rank, past participation in IOCs and other scientific congresses, the nature of the applicant's participation at the 2010 IOC, and country of current employment. Application consists of (1) abstract of presentation with information as to the nature of the participation, e.g., symposium (include name of symposium and convener(s)), contributed paper, or poster; (2) current CV, including publication list, current position); (3) one paragraph statement describing how applicant is furthering development of ornithology ins his/her country of origin; (4) statement detailing the degree of need for funding (note other funds applied for) and budget information (e.g., estimated airfare); (5) ornithological and other scientific society membership; and (6) a letter of recommendation or support (from a director or colleague). Travel awards will be given to some awardees on the last day of the congress. However, some US citizens may need to submit receipts following the congress with award checks to be mailed subsequently. Awardees must agree to participate in follow-up surveys and/or contribute a letter of support for future grant proposal, discussing the benefits of their participation in the IOC. Applications must be submitted by 5 Nov 2009. All materials must be submitted to STEPHAN J. SCHOECH by email (EM: sschoech AT memphis.edu); preferably as a single pdf or Word file.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- October 5, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 05 Oct 2009 22:15:27 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** AWARD FUNDS AVAILABLE to support attendance of 2010 INTERNATIONAL ORNITHOLOGICAL CONGRESS! Applications for support are invited from ornithologists world-wide. A total of $35,000 (to date) is committed by the National Science Foundation, American Ornithologists’ Union, and Cooper Ornithological Society, all of the USA, to help participants attend the 2010 IOC in Brazil (see IOC WebSite URL: http://www.acquaviva.com.br/sisconev/index.asp?Codigo=26). The amount available to individuals may vary, although the Committee expects to provide from $500 - $1,000 per individual. Awards will reimburse selected individuals for legitimate expenses (e.g., air fare, lodging at the congress, and registration fees: original receipt required). We encourage participants to seek/receive assistance from more than one source (e. g., home institution or university, government grants personal funds, etc.). Eligibility: Applicants must be registered participants in the congress. The committee will use a number of factors to determine awards. For example, academic rank, past participation in IOCs and other scientific congresses, the nature of the applicant’s participation at the 2010 IOC, and country of current employment. Application consists of (1) abstract of presentation with information as to the nature of the participation, e.g., symposium (include name of symposium and convener(s)), contributed paper, or poster; (2) current CV, including publication list, current position); (3) one paragraph statement describing how applicant is furthering development of ornithology ins his/her country of origin; (4) statement detailing the degree of need for funding (note other funds applied for) and budget information (e.g., estimated airfare); (5) ornithological and other scientific society membership; and (6) a letter of recommendation or support (from a director or colleague). Travel awards will be given to some awardees on the last day of the congress. However, some US citizens may need to submit receipts following the congress with award checks to be mailed subsequently. Awardees must agree to participate in follow-up surveys and/or contribute a letter of support for future grant proposal, discussing the benefits of their participation in the IOC. Applications must be submitted by 15 Oct 2009, and will be evaluated by the committee with announcement of awards by 15 Nov 2009. All materials must be submitted to STEPHAN J. SCHOECH by email (EM: sschoech AT memphis.edu); preferably as a single pdf or Word file. POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER - A two-year postdoctoral position is available at the Center of Macroecology, Evolution and Climate at University of Copenhagen. We seek a biostatistician or statistical biologist to work on estimating the seasonal changes in distribution of migratory bird species on the basis of data on marked birds. The appointee should have a strong background in statistical modeling preferably within the analyses of marked animal populations and be interested in working on statistical models predicting non-breeding distributions using capture-mark-recapture theory, and possible spatio-temporal changes related to climate change. We are particularly interested in exploring the enormous amounts of data already collected through European ringing schemes. The position is part of an integrated terrestrial and marine research program (Theme 10) addressing fundamental questions on the origin, maintenance, conservation and future of life and biological diversity on Earth. The appointment is for 2 years. Starting time is negotiable, but preferably as soon as possible. Fuller descriptions of the individual positions within 16 themes are at (URL: http://www.bio.ku.dk/om/jobs). Application must be based on the full description of the positions, and submitted before 31 of Oct 2009. For more information, contact Research Assistant Professor KASPER THORUP, (EM: kthorup AT snm.ku.dk. PH: +45 35 32 10 51). PHD STUDENTSHIP - A three-year PhD studentship is available at the Center of Macroecology, Evolution and Climate at University of Copenhagen. We seek a migration biologist with emphasis on ornithology to work on questions related to control of bird migration and dispersal. The graduate student should have a background of natural history with excellent skills within the study of migratory animals and preferably with experience with one or more techniques involving tracking of individuals. The appointee should be interested in working on research questions related to migration and movement as an important part of the life of many animals. The research program could be within ecology, behavioral ecology, evolution and /or climate change and should have an emphasis on individual migrations through the use of radio/satellite tracking, geolocators and/or molecular techniques. We are particularly interested in the control of individual migrations and the possible influence on the seasonal distribution of birds, including potential effects of climate change on future migration patterns. The position is part of an integrated terrestrial and marine research program (Theme 11) addressing fundamental questions on the origin, maintenance, conservation and future of life and biological diversity on Earth. The appointment is for 3 years. Starting time is negotiable, but preferably as soon as possible. Fuller descriptions of the individual positions within 16 themes are at (URL: http://www.bio.ku.dk/om/jobs). Application must be based on the full description of the positions, and submitted before 31 Oct 2009. For more information, contact Research Assistant Professor KASPER THORUP (EM: kthorup AT snm.ku.dk. PH: +45 35 32 10 51). DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGER. The Borror Laboratory of Bioacoustics (BLB) at The Ohio State University seeks a project manager to oversee a project to digitize the collection of recorded bird sounds in the Florida Museum of Natural History collection. The successful applicant will work with staff in the BLB to convert analog tape recordings into digital files, and will manage the database containing the metadata describing the recordings. Duration: 3 years. Location: Ohio State University, Columbus, OH. Start time: negotiable, available immediately. Pay: $36,000 + benefits. 60% of time – convert analog tape recordings of bird sounds into digital files using procedures and equipment in the Borror Laboratory of Bioacoustics. Digitize analog recordings and update Access database with relevant data. Archive digital files on CD-R and hard-drives, test and verify accuracy of digital data with established procedures. 35% -- manage Microsoft Access database containing data describing the recordings. Design the database using the BLB database as a model and develop queries to import and export data with other applications. Conduct periodic archival backups of sound files and database. 5% -- work with BLB Curator and Director to help supervise undergraduate and graduate student staff on project. Communicate with curatorial staff at Florida. Qualifications: M.S. in zoology or related field or relevant experience. Experience with animal sound recording, analog and digital sound recording methods, Microsoft Access databases, knowledge of principles of biological taxonomy are all highly desirable. Working knowledge of avian taxonomy desirable. Ability to use knowledge of computers and recording equipment to diagnose and repair problems. Attention to detail essential. For a complete position description and application instructions please visit (URL: http://www.jobsatosu.com) and search by requisition number 346472. Application Deadline: 15 Oct 2009. To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women. EEO/AA employer. ISLAND RESTORATION SPECIALIST–Organization: Island Conservation. Salary: Commensurate with experience, includes health insurance, vacation and holiday compensation Position overview: This is a permanent, full time position. This position (IRS) reports to the Director of Conservation and is based in Santa Cruz, CA. The successful applicant will play a key role in pursuing Island Conservation’s mission by providing support to Project Managers in planning and implementation of field based projects. This position requires extended international travel to remote field locations and a willingness to live and work in sometimes rustic conditions with few amenities. The IRS will conduct literature reviews, write reports, plan and implement field logistics, plan and make purchases including record keeping, and collect, maintain and analyze data. The successful applicant must have a strong commitment to Island Conservation’s mission, have impeccable integrity, and possess a keen sense of humor. The ability to be a positive member of a highly motivated team, both in the office and in the field, is critical. Applications will be accepted until position filled. Review of applications will begin on 15 Oct 2009 and we hope to fill the position in Nov 2009. Scope: ** He/She works with IC staff to implement research and conservation actions. ** Responsible for project logistics, preparing for field projects including pricing and purchasing supplies and equipment, field execution as directed, adhering to the project budget and meeting project deadlines. ** He/She works with local island users and government agencies as directed to arrange and facilitate IC activities, such as eradication work and education work. ** He/She carries out monitoring and research on the region’s resources as directed, including seabirds, terrestrial vertebrates, and plants. ** He/She writes periodic progress reports related to project activities. ** He/She assists with literature searches and document preparation related to project development and reporting ** Responsible for accurately keeping records of project expenses in the field. ** Responsible for collecting, collating, analyzing and submitting data about island restoration activities, i.e. data management for eradication work. Responsibilities: 1. Responsible for executing projects in the field as per the project plan, and as needed adjusting the plan in coordination with the Project Manager to accomplish the project goals. Recording, reviewing and analyzing data from the field and using it to work with the Project Manager to adjust the effort as needed. Maintaining and submitting financial records and reports at agreed upon intervals. 2. Responsible for project logistics including purchasing equipment and supplies, getting them to the project site, maintaining and submitting financial records. 3. Writes periodic reports on project progress, submitted to the Project Manager and assists the Project Manager with writing interim and final reports and financial reports as needed. 4. Carries out monitoring and research on the region’s resources as directed, including but not limited to seabirds, terrestrial vertebrates, and plants. 5. Maintains specific skills required to support field projects and eradication efforts. 6. Other responsibilities negotiated on a per project basis. Minimum Qualifications: **Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 3 or 4 year college or university in Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Science, or other Biological disciplines. **Two years of biology field experience, either paid or volunteer. **Willingness and ability to spend significant time in the field away from home. Field deployments can run from 1 week to 6 weeks or longer. **Valid Driver's License. **Passport, or willingness to apply for a passport. **Excellent written and spoken English language skills. **Excellent library research capabilities and ability to extract and summarize information into written form from a broad range of sources. **Position requires excellent organizational skill, ability to work independently, ability to solve problems with limited supervision, and the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. **Ability and willingness to follow directions and delegate tasks when necessary **Basic computer skills including experience with Word, Excel, Windows 98, Outlook. **Ability to perform data entry into spreadsheets and databases. **Ability to coordinate field logistics and supervise interns/technicians to collect field data. **Ability to perform efficiently under physical demanding conditions, including walking daily on rough footing with a backpack. Able to live harmoniously in small groups, in remote field camps. **Ability and/or skills in standard survey techniques (birds, mammals, plants). Desirable Qualifications **Foreign language skills (French, Spanish) **Experience in small boat handling, skippering, small engine and electronics maintenance. **Experience in invasive species control and/or eradication including baiting, trapping and use of firearms. **Experience in animal trapping, handling, tagging, radio-tracking, and seabird research. **Experience in GIS applications and/or GPS use. **Helicopter training, and/or experience working around helicopters. **Wilderness First Aid/First Responder certification or equivalent. To apply: Send cover letter, CV or resume and two or more references to: (EM: jobs AT islandconservation.org). Please put IRS 2009 in the subject line, send documents in Word format, label your cover letter combined with your CV as LastnameCV.doc. No phone calls please. NEOTROPICAL AVIAN CLINIC MANAGER--Title: Neotropical avian caretaker/rehabilitation specialist (Avian Clinic Manager). Close Date: Until filled. Employer: Casa Avian Support Alliance, LLC NGO 501 (c) 3. Location: Belize, Central America. Compensation: Room, board, and a variable stipend based on number of volunteers on staff, periodic use of vehicle, internet access. Contact: JODI BENTÉ, Executive Director CASA Avian Support Alliance, NGO, 3 Kotsaris, Court Petaluma, CA 94952 (EM: Jodi AT casaavian.org). Description: The CASA avian clinic manager will live at the Casa del Caballo Blanco Eco-Lodge in San Ignacio, Belize, Central America. The position will include direct involvement and managing volunteers caring for and conducting medical rehabilitation for Neo-tropical birds from over much of Belize. Daily duties will include intake, feeding, cleaning, food preparation, general care, of avian patients (generally 2 to 20 birds), and working closely with veterinarians who will conduct major medical procedures. Additional duties will often include collecting food (fruits, insects, etc.) from a 20-acre protected reforestation area on site, completion of patient records, logging dietary intake, producing an avian cookbook and care manual. NGO activities will include participating in public outreach and assisting with the identification and solicitation of grants and contributions. Term of Appointment: Start 1 Jan – 15 Mar 2010; End: Minimum 1 year. Desirable: able to live in an English speaking, Neotropical Latin American Country - ability and willingness to manage high humidity, significant rainfall, varied and numerous insects on the urban edge of a moderately sized town. Attention to detail and avian rehabilitation experience, e.g. IWRC certification will be viewed as a major plus. Opportunities: the site includes an 18-acre reforestation area with opportunities for research. The country is exceptionally gifted with wildlife and intact forest on and within 2-miles of the site. Research opportunities are great within various habitats in the Country and a significant role will be played by the Avian Clinic Manager, with recognition of the role and position covering much of the central portion of the country. Accommodations: room at the eco-lodge with freedom of the grounds, community areas, kitchen (health certificate will be required), clinic, aviaries, etc. Duration: 1 to 2 year commitment minimum. Application process: send letters of inquiry and resume to JODI BENTÉ (see email above). ASSISTANT PROFESSOR – Animal Behavior, Northern Kentucky University. The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the assistant professor level beginning in Aug, 2010. We seek an animal behaviorist with a strong interest in evolutionary biology. The position requires a Ph.D. in Biology/Zoology, Primary teaching responsibilities will include animal behavior, evolution (majors and non-majors), and upper division courses in area of expertise. Post-doctoral and teaching experiences are desirable. The applicant must have an interest in developing evolution education/outreach programs for the public (K-12 and adult learners). The successful candidate is expected to engage undergraduate students in active research, with preference given to candidates having both field- and lab-based interests. More detailed descriptions of the position plus departmental information can be found at (URL: http://biology.nku.edu/). Send letter of application; brief statement of professional goals; statements of teaching/research philosophy; curriculum vitae; all transcripts; and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three references to Animal Behaviorist Search Committee, Department of Biological Sciences, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY 41099. The application review process will begin 2 Nov 2009. NKU is a comprehensive regional university of 15,000 students primarily concerned with the advancement of undergraduates. The university is located only 10 min. from downtown Cincinnati, OH, and is in close proximity to a variety of natural areas from wetlands, lakes, streams, and the Ohio River, to deciduous hardwood forests. Opportunities also exist for research and teaching in tropical Latin America. NKU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks applications from minorities. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP: MS or PhD. A fully funded RA position is available to conduct research related to the problem of bird strikes in aviation. There are two main aspects of this work: (1) the testing of radar systems designed to provide real-time warnings about avian hazards in airport environments, and (2) research into enhancing the avoidance of aircraft by birds. The ideal candidate would have an established interest in avian anti-predator behavior or related behavioral phenomena, good skills at bird identification in the field, and a working knowledge of aviation. Skills in maintaining and piloting small and large radio-controlled aircraft would also be an asset. Applicants seeking MS or PhD degrees will be considered. The position starts as early as Jan 2010, but can also start Fall 2010 or the preceding summer. Prospective candidates should email a letter of interest and a complete CV to Steven L. Lima, Department of Biology, Indiana State University, Terre Haute, IN 47809 (EM: slima AT indstate.edu). CONSULTING BIOLOGIST – Los Angeles, CA. ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokes’ Web site is (URL: http://www.jonesandstokes.com). Responsibilities: Seeking an energetic, self-motivated, and resourceful biologist to join our team in Los Angeles, California. Primary duties will include project management related to planning, implementing, and personally conducting biological habitat evaluations and surveys for special-status plants and/or animals, and preparation of environmental documents (primarily, technical reports for Los Angeles Department of Public Works) for new infrastructure and maintenance projects in the County. Experienced wetland delineation skills are valued. Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Biology or related field and at least 8 years of consulting experience in Southern California with at least several years of that experience in Los Angeles County. Also required is an overall dedication to excellence, integrity, and sense of pride in your work; strong writing, data management, and critical thinking skills; a demonstrated ability to work independently; and solid field skills including the ability to navigate using maps and GPS. This position is located in our Los Angeles, California office. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. ICF International is an equal opportunity employer. Requirements: Level of Job: Mid-Level (5-7 Years). Site: Corporate. Area(s) of Interest: Biology. Type of Job: Full-Time Employee. Work Location(s): California - Los Angeles. To apply, please go to https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob= 33090&eresc=OSNA GAANN PHD FELLOWSHIPS in Ecology, Evolution and Genomics in Changing Environments, Kansas State University, Manhattan. The Division of Biology at Kansas State University has been awarded new funding from the US Department of Education GAANN program to support up to seven Graduate Fellows for PhD research in the areas of Ecology, Evolution and Genomics (EEG). The Graduate Assistance in Areas of National Need (GAANN) program provides fellowships to assist graduate students with excellent academic records who can demonstrate financial need. EEG GAANN Fellowships include tuition and a stipend of up to $30,000 per year (based on financial need). The Ecology, Evolution and Genomics GAANN draws on the strengths of our Ecological Genomics Institute (URL: http://ecogen.ksu.edu), expertise in Grassland Ecology, and Konza Prairie Long Term Ecological Research (LTER) program (URL: http://kpbs.konza.ksu.edu). Areas of study open to Graduate Fellows include: -Molecular and Physiological Basis of Organismal Adaptation, -Genetic Architecture of Speciation, -Population Structure of Grassland Species, -Conservation Genetics, -Ecological Genomics, -Metagenomics, -Community Ecology, -Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystem Ecology.. GAANN awards are made to programs and institutions to sustain and enhance the capacity for teaching and research in areas of national need. The interdisciplinary GAANN program in Biology at Kansas State University will address the critical need to train biologists to be effective teachers and skilled researchers in diverse professional and cultural contexts. One outcome of the GAANN program will be to train graduate students who are capable of addressing important conceptual and practical issues in interdisciplinary research in the biological sciences. The application deadline for admission in Fall 2010 is 15 Dec 2009. Applicants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its territories. Individuals from groups under represented in science are particularly encouraged to apply! For application instructions and additional information, visit: (URL: http://www.k-state.edu/eeg). AVIAN FIELD ASSISTANTS (8) needed approximately end of Apr – middle of Jul (2010) to study forest songbirds in the beautiful Cumberland Mountains of east Tennessee. Assistants will conduct spot-mapping censuses and point counts of all breeding birds (which consists of 60+ species), search for and monitor Cerulean Warbler nests, assist in target banding, map territories, measure vegetation characteristics, enter data, and perform other field activities. An ability to identify most eastern forest songbirds by sight and sound is required, and while previous nest searching experience is not required, strong applicants will have a passion for spending long periods of time observing and following birds. Applicants must: be physically fit and capable of working in a rugged mountainous setting, work well in teams, and (most importantly) love to observe birds and search for their nests! Pay is $1300- 2000 per month, depending on experience; housing with 3-4 other technicians will be provided. Please send a cover letter highlighting your related field experience, a resume, your earliest starting date, and contact information of three references to: THAN BOVES at the University of Tennessee (EM: tboves AT utk.edu). INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR BIRD MONITORING IN COSTA RICA -- We have openings for Volunteer Bird Banding Interns at a bird monitoring station in the coastal Caribbean town of Tortuguero, Costa Rica. Positions are available throughout the year with the minimum length of stay around 2 months. Participants are expected to have experience in identifying birds, and they usually have removed from mist nets and processed at least 200 landbirds. Applicants capable of filling the Primary Bander/Bander-in-Charge duties and/or Latin American Volunteers may be eligible for partial travel or other reimbursements. All volunteers receive their room and board while they are staying at the well-appointed station of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation, Estacion Biologica, in Tortuguero (URL: http://cccturtle.org/ccccostarica.php?page=research). We and our collaborators in Costa Rica have been operating five monitoring stations near the village for over a decade. We operate mist nets for resident and migrant species and conduct migration censuses of the millions of diurnal migrants moving along the coast. For more information see (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/tortuguero/). Positions will be open until filled. Please send (emailed text documents preferred) a resume and a cover letter that includes your bird banding experience, ability with Spanish/English, dates available, three references and any questions to PABLO ELIZONDO (EM: jpelizondo AT zeledonia.org), AND (i.e., cc: email) DR. C. JOHN RALP (EM: cjr2 AT humboldt.edu, PH: 707 825-2992, FX: 707 825-2901), U.S. Forest Service, Redwood Sciences Laboratory, 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, California 95521. RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS needed this Jan for banding efforts of Maui Parrotbill, endangered forest honeycreepers, in Hanawi Natural Area Reserve on Haleakala, Maui, Hawaii. These birds are rare (502+116) and listed as critically endangered by the USFWS. Primary field duties would include aiding staff with mist-netting and banding of Maui Parrotbill, ‘Alauahio and other forest birds. Field duties are extremely physically challenging, working at 5,000-7,000 ft elevation, in extremely wet (annual rainfall up to 400 inches), cold, muddy and steep rainforest conditions. Desirable Qualifications: (1) Mist-netting and banding experience with passerines, primarily set-up and handling of mist nets and extracting birds and (2) hiking in steep backcountry terrain. Provided Benefits: (1) An introduction to Hawaiian forest bird conservation by trained biologists with the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project; (2) Getting to work with one of the most endangered birds in the United States in an amazing pristine rainforest setting; (3) Helicopter transport in and out of the field for both banding excursions; (4) Housing at our intern and volunteer cottage during time out of the field; (5) Transport to and from the airport and into town for shopping and re-supplying for field trips; (6) All field gear required for both banding trips. Work schedule will include training on 7 & 8 Jan and 2 field trips, 11-18 Jan and 25 Jan - 1 Feb with a break in between for your own free time to explore Maui. Volunteers will provide their own food during their stay as well as transport to and from Kahului, Maui. The Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project is asking for a $500 donation to help off-set the costs of helicopter transport and field supplies. (Donation may be subject to waiver depending upon experience). To apply please send a cover letter outlining your ornithological experience and expertise with special attention to mist netting experience to HANNA MOUNCE (EM: mounce AT hawaii.edu) NATURALIST INTERN–Job Description:** Teach students from pre-school through high school in an outdoor setting with a focus on natural history (primary responsibility).**Assist with animal care at the center and perform farm chores.**Learn and effectively teach basic ecological concepts.**Plan and conduct programs for the general public.**Learn to answer visitor’s natural history questions.**Complete independent approved projects at the nature center and/or farm.**Attend training and field trips with a focus on natural history.**Develop or modify Aullwood curriculum for classes.**Assist with special events and off-site exhibits/booths.**Assist with hay making at the farm (summer/early fall).**Serve in other capacities as needed to assist with Aullwood operations. Requirements:**Have completed sophomore year of college majoring in natural sciences, biology, environmental education, natural history, elementary education or a related field.**Be eager to learn and share knowledge.**Have exceptional interpersonal and academic skills.**Be comfortable working with the public.**Be self-motivated, able to follow directions and work independently.**Be able to lift at least 50 pounds.**Be able to work with different types of large and small animals. Skills and Knowledge Gained: **Experience teaching and public speaking to groups of all ages.**Opportunity to make connections with environmental professionals.**Ohio natural history.**Opportunity to attend Aullwood programs and day trips, and off-site conferences/workshops.**Writing and research.**Computer skills.**Independent planning and execution of specific tasks.**Animal husbandry of different domestic animals and their uses. Pay: $7.30/hour and typically work 27-35 hours per week. Housing is provided. Times of employment: (Two or more sessions can be combined for a longer internship), Winter/Spring: 4 Jan – 21 May 2010 (20 weeks). To request an application contact: NICOLE CONRAD – Intern Coordinator, Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm, 1000 Aullwood Road, Dayton, OH 45414 (EM: nconrad AT audubon.org, PH: 937-890-7360). Aullwood Audubon Center and Farm, a Center of the National Audubon Society for environmental education and organic agriculture, provides activities that increase understanding and preservation of the planet by children and adults through education, research and recreation. Aullwood is located ten miles north of Dayton, Ohio. Our 200-acre sanctuary includes six miles of walking trails winding through prairie, woods, ponds, farmland and meadows and provide outstanding learning opportunities in a diverse and beautiful setting. M.S. OR PH.D. ASSISTANTSHIP - Grassland Bird Ecology. The Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit and the School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska are funding a M.S. or Ph.D. graduate research assistantship starting in Jan 2010 examining the influence of management practices across spatial scales on the distribution and abundance of grassland birds in Nebraska. The primary objective of this project is to develop predictive models that will assist in adaptive management actions for game and non-game birds alike. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research project within these guidelines on topics identified as priorities by natural resource mangers within the state of Nebraska. Field work and data collection for the project will involve surveying birds and vegetation throughout much of Nebraska requiring considerable time spent in the field (4+ months/year), with transportation to the field site and housing provided. Successful completion of the project will include the development of an interactive GIS based model of avian distribution and abundance in relation to land management practices in Nebraska. The successful applicant will be highly motivated, with a strong work ethic, a passion for field work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in collaboration. Applicants must have experience conducting aural surveys for birds and be comfortable working outside in adverse weather conditions and remote locations. Familiarity with GIS, vegetation sampling, radio telemetry, nest searching, and mist-netting techniques is a plus. Applicants should possess a B.S. in Wildlife Biology, Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a related field and have a valid driver’s license. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, 3 letters of reference, GRE scores, transcripts, and an updated CV as an electronic PDF or Word document to (EM: jfontaine2 AT unl.edu). Review of applications will begin 13 Nov and continue until a qualified candidate is identified. For more information visit (URL: http://fontaine.joseph.googlepages.com). M.S. OR PH.D. ASSISTANTSHIP - Climate and Waterbird Ecology. The Nebraska Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit and the School of Natural Resources at the University of Nebraska are funding two M.S. or Ph.D. graduate research assistantship starting in Jan 2010 examining the influence of climate change on the ecology of waterbirds in the prairie potholes of Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota. The primary objective of this project is to develop predictive models that will assist in the development of adaptive management actions that ameliorate the impacts of climate change on North American waterbirds. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a research project within these guidelines on topics identified as priorities by natural resource mangers within the prairie pothole region. Field work and data collection for the project will involve surveying birds and vegetation throughout much of the pothole region requiring considerable time spent in the field (4+ months/year), with transportation to the field site provided. The successful applicant will be highly motivated, with a strong work ethic, a passion for field work, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work in collaboration. Applicants must have experience conducting avian surveys, handling birds, and be comfortable working outside in adverse weather conditions and remote locations. Familiarity with GIS, vegetation sampling, radio telemetry, nest searching, and banding techniques is a plus. Applicants should possess a B.S. in Wildlife Biology, Biology, Zoology, Botany, or a related field and have a valid driver’s license. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, 3 letters of reference, GRE scores, transcripts, and an updated CV as an electronic PDF or Word document to (EM: jfontaine2 AT unl.edu). Review of applications will begin 13 Nov and continue until a qualified candidate is identified. For more information visit (URL: http://fontaine.joseph.googlepages.com). INTERNSHIP – National Park Service. Location: Pinnacles National Monument, CA. Internship Description: Pinnacles National Monument is looking for 1 intern to assist with monitoring captive and wild California condors (Gymnogyps californianus). The primary duties of the intern will be: 1.) Tracking, monitoring and recording condor movements, behaviors and interactions. 2.) Observing and recording feeding at supplemental feeding sites. 3.) Building and equipment repair and maintenance. 4) Placing animal carcasses at feeding sites. This job will require: a great attention to detail, the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently, the stomach to handle and transport animal carcasses, flexibility to work at night on occasion, ability to hike up to 10 miles on steep and rugged terrain carrying 40+ lbs of equipment, tolerance for summer temperatures that exceed 100 degrees, a sense of humor and a great deal of patience. This is a 6-month internship and housing may be provided. Interns work 40 hours per week and generally get 2-3 day “weekends” that typically include a Saturday or Sunday. Interns receive a stipend of approximately $700/month. Position is scheduled to begin in mid Nov. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to ALACIA WELCH at (EM: alacia_welch AT nps.gov). Please write “Internship Application” in the subject line and send all application components as a single attachment using the following naming format: First name_Last name_Internship_Application. Please be sure to specify your available start date. Applications will be reviewed as received. Qualifications: A degree in Wildlife Ecology, Biology, or related fields is suggested, but not required. Previous experience with endangered species, radiotelemetry, and 4x4 driving on primitive roads is a plus, but also not required. Salary: ~$700/month stipend. Apply By: 1 Nov 2009. Website: (URL: http://nps.gov/pinn/). Contact: ALACIA WELCH [EM: alacia_welch AT nps.gov (Preferred), PH: 831-389-4486 x276]. POLICY ADVOCATE -- The Audubon Council of Utah (Council) is hiring a Policy Advocate (lobbyist) to influence the laws, rules, and policies of the state of Utah and its agencies to benefit wildlife, their habitats and ecosystems. Qualifications include: 1) familiarity with legislative processes, governmental activities, and relevant conservation/wildlife issues important to Audubon; 2) good communication skills; 3) ability to deal with conflict, exercise good judgment, and maintain high ethical standards in conduct and speech; and 4) the ability to obtain a license to lobby in Utah. The Policy Advocate will: 1) coordinate with the Council; 2) communicate with key natural resource managers; 3) interact with legislators; 4) attend legislative meetings; 5) evaluate proposed legislation for impacts to wildlife and the environment; and 6) enhance the influence of Audubon in the state. Compensation for the part-time contractor is expected to be $5000 plus expenses. Majority of effort occurs during the legislative session, with some year-round duties. Send resume (2 pages) with three references to Audubon Council of Utah, PO Box 520867, Salt Lake City, Utah 84152-0867 or electronically to (EM: nld5 AT msn.com) by 31 Oct 2009. Submit questions via e-mail and include “policy advocate” in the title. HUMMINGBIRD BEHAVIOR FIELD INTERN (2 positions available) – The Little Hermit is a lek mating hummingbird of Venezuela and Trinidad known for the peculiar patterns of vocal variation among different regions, between different leks, and even within a lek. Little is known about how and why this spatial pattern of vocal dialects occurs in this species. The project’s main goal is to test hypotheses about the adaptive significance of geographic variation in vocalizations of the Little Hermit hummingbird. Field research assistants will participate in data collection during an intensive 4 month field season of this long-term study. Assistant duties will include (but are not limited to) nest-searching, behavioral observations, color band reading, netting, radio-tracking, and playback experiments. Days will be long and the work will be physically and mentally demanding, but for those seeking to gain experience in field research you won’t be disappointed. The work week will typically be 6 days long in the buggy, snakey, and humid forests of Trinidad; this work will leave you exhausted at the end of the day! Assistants will be involved in all aspects of the project, including discussions of the conceptual framework of the project. The upcoming field season will be geared primarily towards 1) obtaining paternity data of lekking males through intensive nest searching, 2) conducting playback experiments to better understand the information content of the songs of males on the lek, and 3) watching interactions between lekking males to better understand the significance of male song clusters. Location: Brasso Seco village, Northern Range, Trinidad. Dates: Early Jan – early May, 2010. College graduates and undergraduates who can take a leave of absence for the spring semester are particularly encouraged to apply. Students are encouraged to apply for academic credit for their work at their home institution. SALARY: Free housing and food (Unfortunately, you will have to pay your own airfare to Trinidad). DEADLINE: Until positions are filled. QUALIFICATIONS: Those with previous field experience (especially those who have mist netting experience) and a strong interest in bird behavior are highly preferred. Other important qualifications include 1) willingness to work very long hours in tropical conditions (that means buggy, sweaty, and very wet), 2) commitment to paying attention to detail (e.g. writing legibly) for the entire 4 months of work, 3) ability to get along well with others in a very cramped environment (you will be in close contact with myself and 1 other field assistant for the whole 4 months), 4) ability and willingness to work alone in the field and to work in an area where encounters with poisonous snakes is a very real possibility, 5) willingness to cook (all meals will have to be prepared ourselves). Applicants must have a strong interest in field research as a possible (or definite) career goal (i.e. applying because you’d like to see a tropical forest before going off to medical school is not something I’m looking for). APPLICATION: Send a cover letter (1 page) detailing your interests and career goals and how you see this internship fitting in with them, a resume or CV (keep it to relevant details), an unofficial transcript (or simple list of courses and grades on a spreadsheet), and the names and contact information (email and phone) of 3 references (ideally with some experience with how you work in a research/field context) to JULIAN KAPOOR (EM: vak9ATcornell.edu). INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES in Mexico – Employer: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory Fort Collins, Colorado. Position: International Program Intern (4 positions available). Location: Janos, Mexico (Chihuahua State). Start Date: 4 Jan 2010. End Date: 28 Feb 2010. Duration: 8 weeks. Overview: This is a great opportunity to acquire a variety of field skills, contribute to an important avian conservation project, and spend the winter in one of the most scenic and biologically rich desert grasslands in Mexico. Grassland birds have exhibited steeper, broader, and more consistent declines than any other group of North American Birds. The Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory’s (RMBO) International Program is researching survivorship and home range use of grassland birds on their wintering grounds. This study will take place on the 18,000 ha Reserva Ecológica “El Uno”, owned by The Nature Conservancy (TNC), as well as on surrounding private properties in the majestic grasslands of northern Chihuahua.Essential Job Functions: Interns will work alongside Mexican and American biologists to capture and band grassland birds, attach radio-transmitters to sparrows, relocate transmitter-birds twice daily using radio telemetry, and conduct bird abundance (line transects) and habitat surveys. Surveys will be conducted during various times of day, requiring work in early mornings as well as after dark on some nights. Communication with team members during training and field work will occur primarily in Spanish. On site housing will be provided as well as a small stipend to assist with other costs of living. Transportation on and around study areas will be provided, however interns are responsible for their own transportation to either El Paso, Texas or Janos, Chihuahua, Mexico. Qualifications: -a bachelor’s of science degree in ecology, wildlife biology, biology, environmental science, or other related field (or be working towards such a degree); - ability to write legibly and record data accurately in the field, as well as enter data accurately into computer spreadsheets; - ability to follow instructions and protocols; - previous field work experience; - ability to use binoculars to track moving wildlife; - excellent hearing and sight; - strong working (intermediate to advanced) knowledge of Spanish; - ability to communicate effectively with crew leaders and team mates; - ability to work well independently and in teams; - comfortable working outdoors in rugged terrain in a remote area with abundant wildlife; - a strong interest in birds and international conservation; - must be respectful & comfortable in communal co-ed living situations; - MUST have a tolerance of adverse weather (temperatures range from 15-75?F), long hours, early mornings, and night work.; - MUST have sensitivity to and comfort with the current security issues in Northern Mexico Preferred skills and abilities:; - strong aural and visual bird identification skills; - experience with handling birds, mist-netting/banding, line-transect or point-count surveys, vegetation surveys; - at least conversational Spanish speaking skills. Closing date: 30 Nov 2009. However, positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, CV, and names and contact information for at least three references to LONI BEYER (EM: loni.beyer AT RMBO.org). You may also send application materials by mail to: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, Attn: LONI BEYER, 230 Cherry St, suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521. For questions email Loni or call (PH: 970-482-1707 ext 15).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- September 23, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:30:58 -0400

GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP–M.Sc. or Ph.D. - Research Assistantship in Seaduck Spatial Ecology, Department of Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island. Project title: Spatial ecology of seaducks in relation to key habitats in southern New England. A research assistantship is available at the M.Sc. or Ph.D. level to study the distribution, abundance, and movement patterns of selected seaducks in offshore habitats in southern New England during the bird’s winter and staging periods. Satellite radiotelemetry will be combined with extensive boat-based and aerial-based surveys to determine (a) current distribution and movement patterns of seaducks in Rhode Island’s nearshore waters, offshore waters, and Narragansett Bay, (b) the temporal pattern of these movements in relation to key offshore habitats, (c) the route and destination of sea ducks departing Rhode Island and migrating to their breeding areas, and (d) how daily movement patterns and habitat use of seaducks affects the designation of offshore areas suitable for wind turbine placement. This study is part of a larger university-state agency collaborative effort to designate offshore areas suitable for wind turbine placement while attempting to minimize or avoid impacts to key natural resources. Qualifications: Only hard-working, motivated, intelligent, good-natured persons interested in seaducks need apply. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree in animal/wildlife biology or ecology, earned at least a 3.2 GPA, must have taken the GRE, and must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Field experience with seabird capture and handling, techniques for censusing seabirds, radiotelemetry, and GIS is highly desirable. Experience with quantitative analysis and field research is required. Ability to work collaboratively and to supervise research assistants and undergraduates working in the field is also required. Stipends are approx. $20,000/yr and tuition is paid. Starting date is Jan 2010 (earlier employment as a research associate is possible). To apply submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, a resume or CV, college transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference by no later than 15 Oct 2009 (early application is encouraged) to: DR. SCOTT R. MCWILLIAMS & DR. PETER PATON, Dept. Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI 02881 (PH: 401-874-7531; EM: srmcwilliams AT uri.edu). See the following websites for further information about the research and training program of the Department (URL: http://nrs.uri.edu/), of the College of the Environment and Life Sciences (URL: http://www.uri.edu/cels/), and of the University of Rhode Island (URL: http://www.uri.edu/). RESEARCH ASSISTANTS needed for studies of Maui Parrotbill, a critically endangered honeycreeper, as well as other native forest birds, on Haleakala, Maui, Hawaii. 6 positions are available for a period of 20 weeks, starting 8 Feb 2010. Maui Parrotbill are rare (502+116) and birds and their nests may be extremely difficult to find. This is a field based research position but assistants will be responsible for both field and office duties. Primary field duties will be: (1) locating and re-sighting Maui Parrotbill and other native forest birds; (2) mapping pairs and individuals through the season for each study site; (3) locating nests, collecting field data on nest sites and reproductive behavior and determining nest success or failure; (4) conducting transect counts for Maui Alauahio in each study area; (5) conducting monthly point counts for all native and non-native species. Field duties may also include (6) maintaining alien predator control grids of rodenticide bait stations and mechanical traps; (7) aiding crew leaders with mist-netting and banding of Maui Parrotbill, Akohekohe and other forest birds; (8) invertebrate sampling and sorting; (9) continued trail and field site maintenance; (10) assisting staff with other ongoing projects. Office duties include, but are not limited to office, vehicle and grounds maintenance, data entry, report writing, administrative clerical work, and preparation and maintenance of field equipment. Field duties are extremely physically challenging. Remote research sites require 9-12 hour hike across Haleakala crater at 5,000-9,000 ft elevation, living and working in small teams in extremely wet (annual rainfall up to 400 inches), cold, muddy and steep rainforest conditions at high elevations. Helicopters will be used to re-supply field camps. Basic aviation safety training is available. Work schedule will include 10-14-day field trips with alternating days in the office and re-supplying, as well as staffing an additional hike-in field site that may be accessed on a daily basis. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience with passerine research, re-sighting color-banded forest birds, nest searching and nest studies, and experience and safety training for wilderness settings. Assistants must be able to work and live in remote field camps under extremely physically demanding conditions, to work independently and responsibly, have a good work ethic, take personal initiative and must have a valid drivers license. Desirable qualifications include a B.S. in ecology, biology, ornithology, botany or similar field; research with endangered birds; passerine re-sighting experience, point count experience, nest searching for forest birds; mist-netting and banding; small mammal trapping; GIS skills; Wilderness First Aid certification. Benefits include: $1300 a month, housing and most field equipment, limited transportation on Maui and an opportunity to work in pristine native rainforest and gain field experience in avian conservation with a highly endangered species and in ecosystem management. Applicants must provide their own airfare to Kahului, Maui. To apply, please complete an application online at (URL: http://www.mauiforestbirds.org) and upload a letter of interest and resume with 3 references (with phone numbers and email addresses) by 15 Oct 2009. If you have further questions you can contact us at (EM: employment AT mauiforestbirds.org) with “MAPA job 2010” in the subject heading. FIELD ASSISTANT–Tired of cold weather, 6 hours of light, and watching the bird feeder? We have the answer. Be a field assistant on research studying migratory birds (primarily American redstarts) in Jamaica. Project begins approximately 10 Jan and continues until early to mid-May. Assistants can expect long hours in the field, at least six days per week, wading in mangrove swamps inhabited with crocodiles and maneuvering through dense second growth scrub. Competitive applicants will have experience in netting, banding, and bleeding birds and will have the ability to re-sight small active color-banded birds. Experience collecting foraging behavioral data on small songbirds is a plus, but not required. This is an all expenses paid volunteer position (i.e. no salary, but travel to and from Jamaica as well as good food and comfortable sea-side lodging are provided). Send cover letter, CV, and contact info for 3 references to CHRIS TONRA (EM: christopher.tonra AT umit.maine.edu). CONSERVATION BIOLOGIST POSITION AVAILABLE: The Vermont Center for Ecostudies (VCE) seeks a full-time conservation biologist, whose primary duties will be to coordinate expansion of Mountain Birdwatch (60% time) and to assist with two other VCE projects: Hispaniola bird conservation (20%) and Bicknell’s Thrush breeding ecology research (20%). The position will require collecting, managing, and disseminating data, as well as recruiting, training, and coordinating paid field staff and volunteer observers. The successful applicant will perform some field work, writing, and outreach responsibilities in support of core VCE projects. Candidates should have a B.S. in Ecology, Wildlife Biology, or related field and demonstrated proficiency with database and GIS applications. We seek a highly motivated team-player with excellent ornithological and communication skills. Annual salary $30-35,000, contingent on experience, plus health insurance contribution, dependent care and medical expense accounts, flexible work schedule, and 30 days earned time off per year. Mail letter of interest, resume, and names and phone numbers of 3 references to MELISSA MACKENZIE, Vermont Center for Ecostudies, P.O. Box 420, Norwich VT 05055. Application deadline 15 Oct 2009. INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM DATA ANALYST/GIS SPECIALIST--Location: Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO), Fort Collins, Colorado. Anticipated start date: 1 Nov 2009 or ASAP. Duration: 1 year with extension possible, pending funding. Overview: Assist RMBO’s International Program by manipulating and analyzing large avian datasets (including bird, habitat and spatial data), preparing results for publications, presentations and reports, authoring and co-authoring peer-reviewed publications for the scientific literature, managing and analyzing data in GIS, and performing other tasks as needed. This position reports directly to the International Program Director. Essential job functions: Apply appropriate statistical techniques to estimate bird abundance/density from point-counts, line transects and mist-netting, determine population estimates and trends, characterize vegetation attributes, identify bird-habitat relationships, estimate survival of nests and birds, estimate other demographic parameters, and perform other analyses. Advise on study design of new and existing research and monitoring projects. Produce maps, figures, tables and other products for reports, presentations, and publications as needed. Author and co-author reports and publications for the peer-reviewed literature. Present results of RMBO research at scientific meetings and other forums (some travel required). Provide training, guidance and supervision to other RMBO staff on statistical procedures, study design, use of statistical software, etc. Write and submit funding proposals and assist with other fundraising as needed. Perform field work (including trainings and data collection; some travel required) and other tasks as needed. Desired knowledge, abilities, and skills: Demonstrated competency in the appropriate use of a broad range of statistical techniques, including general and generalized linear and mixed models, mark-recapture analyses, Distance sampling, occupancy modeling, etc. Working knowledge of models that incorporate detection probabilities into estimating abundance and occupancy of bird populations. Good understanding of the theory and practice of information-theoretic model selection and spatial prediction of bird abundance and occupancy. Competency in use of statistical software packages including Programs R, MARK, Distance, and Arc-GIS. Competency in use of ArcMap 9.1. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong knowledge in North American birds, their ecology and conservation. A commitment to biological conservation and the mission of RMBO. A positive attitude and a willingness and ability to work independently and cooperatively with others. Ability to speak Spanish and/or other foreign languages a plus. Education and Experience: The successful applicant must have any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Ph. D. degree in the Natural Sciences. S/he should also have a record of peer-reviewed and other publications that demonstrates a clear understanding of ecological theory and statistics, and a command of contemporary analytical techniques. The successful applicant will also have 5+ years of experience in ornithology, conservation biology, and/or other similar fields. Additional Information: This position will be based in Fort Collins, Colorado, which was recently recognized as the #1 Best Place to Live in America by Money Magazine. Compensation package includes competitive starting salary ($38-$42,000/yr DOE), excellent health and dental benefits, paid vacation and holidays, a positive and enthusiastic work environment, and opportunities for advancement with a growing non-profit that is a leader in its field. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest and qualifications, CV, and names and contact information for at least three references by to ARVIND PANJABI, International Program Director by email (EM: arvind.panjabi AT rmbo.org) or by mail: 230 Cherry St, suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521, by 15 Oct 2009. Anticipated start date is 1 Nov 2009, or earlier if a suitable candidate can be found. EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. 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EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** PARK BIOLOGIST/NATURAL RESOURCE SPECIALIST I-IV (NRS I-II-III-IV)–Agency: World Birding Center’s State Parks Division, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Job Location: Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park, Headquarters of World Birding Center, Mission, TX. Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Assistant Park Superintendent, the Natural Resource Specialist (Park Biologist) is responsible for natural history programs and interpretation, citizen science projects and resource management for Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park Unit of World Birding Center. Oversees the creation, organization, promotion and implementation of high quality programs and studies that increase public appreciation and awareness of the natural history of the Lower Rio Grande Valley while providing a venue for environmental stewardship. Responsibilities include: community outreach; marketing; special events; school programs; outdoor classroom/citizen science opportunities; scientific studies; disseminate natural history information to the public as well as provide presentations to a variety of groups; maintains inventory of equipment and supplies as well as the timely and accurate completion of records, reports and requests. Provides leadership to staff, interns and volunteers while maintaining partnerships with special interest, education, scientific, and other community groups. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and branch rules, regulations, and procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS: (1) Forty hour week includes flexible schedule, hours other than 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. with days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays; (2) Subject to after hours visitor services; (3) Some overnight travel will be required; (4) Respond to emergency call outs and work outside in adverse weather conditions; (5) Required to lift 20 pounds or more; (6) Non-smoking work environment in state buildings and vehicles. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Conservation, Conservation Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Resources or Natural Science with major coursework in Ornithology, Ecology, Field Botany and Zoology. Preferred Education: Master of Science degree from an accredited university. Experience: NRS I: (1) No experience required; NRS II: (2) One year of experience related to the specific duties of the position; NRS III: (3) Two years of experience related to the specific duties of the position; NRS IV: (4) Six years of experience related to the specific duties of the position. Acceptable Substitution: Relevant advanced degrees may be substituted for experience requirements: (1) Master's degree equals one year of experience, OR (2) Ph.D. degree equals two years of experience. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual in English and Spanish or ability to become bilingual shortly after hire. Full details: (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/postings/?page=10_01_001). Closing Date: 5 PM CDT Oct 7, 2009. State of Texas Application for Employment + required forms at (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/). Texas Parks & Wildlife is an EOE. Questions? Contact MR. GEORGE CORTEZ (EM: george.cortez AT tpwd.state.tx.us). HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Interested applicants submit completed State of Texas Application for Employment + Authorization/Consent form for disclosure of criminal history and copy of official college transcript(s) in order to be considered for this position. State Application, Authorization/Consent form, EEO form and Veteran’s Preference Survey are on-line at (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/jobs/) . Submit completed Application, forms and transcript(s) by 5PM CDT on Oct 7, 2009 (application deadline) to (EM: george.cortez AT tpwd.state.tx.us) or fax them to Mr. Cortez (FX: 956-584-9126) or US mail them to TPWD-Bentsen-Rio Grande Valley State Park WBC, 2800 S. Bentsen Palm Dr., Mission, TX 78572, Attn: George Cortez. INTERNS–The Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center is searching for high-energy, motivated individuals with a desire to expand their education and natural history skills, work with kids and animals, and share a passion for the environment. Interns teach using the Outdoor Education Center curriculum; structured to simultaneously provide specific outcomes and links to Ohio Standards, and freedom for interns to develop individual lesson plans and teaching styles. The Outdoor Education Center curriculum includes aspects of Ohio’s natural history, geology, and cultural history. Current environmental issues are taught through solution-oriented activities and discussions. In addition to teaching in the Glen’s biotic communities, the Glen Helen Outdoor Education Center and Raptor Center provide opportunities for interns and students to get hands-on with some of Ohio’s native wildlife, such as Box Turtles, Black Rat Snakes and Barred Owls. Interns are trained to handle and teach with these educational ambassadors. Interns live in one of three staff houses in the beautiful 1,000-acre Glen Helen Nature Preserve while forming a supportive community of like-minded individuals dedicated to the education and preservation of the natural world. The vibrant and artistic Village of Yellow Springs is within walking distance and a vehicle during the program is not required. Primary Responsibilities: > Teach environmental education to schoolchildren in our weeklong residential program; > Facilitate lessons such as, Critters, Environmental Problem Solving, and Raptor Ecology; > Inspire and motivate children to care and act in a positive way for the environment; > Support the camp through daily and weekly responsibilities. Benefits: > Stipend of $150 per week; > Room and board, including vegetarian and vegan friendly meals; > Opportunity to work with birds of prey at our Raptor Center; > Ability to use self-designed lesson plans in a well-established outdoor education facility; > Opportunity for promotion during a second term; > Possibility for credit with a reduced stipend. Qualifications: > Minimum one year of college; > In-person CPR and First-Aid certification; > Strong love for nature; > Enjoy working with children; > Timely and responsible. To apply: Download an application from (URL: http://www.glenhelen.org) -OR- contact: REBECCA JARAMILLO, Outdoor Education Center Assistant Director, 1075 St. Route 343, Yellow Springs, OH 45387 (PH: 937-767-7648, FX: 937-767-6655, EM: rjaramillo AT glenhelen.org.). PALOMARIN FIELD STATION RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS. Winter banding interns needed at PRBO Conservation Science's Palomarin Field Station on the Marin County coast, north of San Francisco. We have been studying songbirds at the Palomarin Field Station since 1965, with special focus on the ecology of Wrentits, Song Sparrows, and White-crowned Sparrows. Fieldwork includes mist-netting, spot mapping and color band resighting in coastal scrub and riparian habitats. Internships also include public outreach and data entry and verification. Interns will become proficient in landbird monitoring techniques and learn about various aspects of avian ecology (hands-on and via scientific literature). Interns will also work on data tasks, which can amount to half of the work days during the winter. A strong interest in birds, self-motivation, a sense of humor, and the desire to spend long hours in the field and office are required. Participants must be able to work independently as well as in groups. Exposure to poison oak is unavoidable. A functioning pair of binoculars is required. Some of our internships require the use of a personal vehicle, current proof of insurance, and a driver's license. Any use of personal vehicles will be reimbursed (current rate is $0.485/mile). Assistant needed from 1 Nov through Mar. On-site housing is provided. This is a voluntary training position that includes a stipend to offset living expenses while on the project ($700 per month, gross). Online applications preferred (URL: http://www.prbo.org/interns/) or email/mail a letter of interest describing previous experience with field research, specific dates of availability and whether or not you have a vehicle, a resume, and contact information for three references (Please note if applying to other positions within PRBO) to RENEE CORMIER, PRBO, P.O. Box 1157, Bolinas, CA 94924 (PH: 415-868-0655 ext. 316; EM: rcormier AT prbo.org). ZOO VOLUNTEERS. The Wildlife Conservation Society Department of Ornithology is looking for volunteers to assist with behavioral observations, behavioral enrichment, training, and husbandry of its bird collection at the Bronx Zoo (Bronx, New York). Volunteers will train with professional keepers and learn about various aspects of managing captive bird populations. Captive management and research involves little direct contact with animals so applicants should not expect opportunities to handle birds. Most work will involve diet preparation and cleaning of exhibits and holding facilities. Qualifications: Completion of or working towards a college degree in the natural sciences or a related field is preferred. Individuals with previous experience working with captive animals are also preferred. Must be willing to get dirty and work outdoors. A commitment of at least one 8 hour day per week for at least 8 weeks is expected. This is an unpaid, volunteer position and housing is not provided. If you are interested in volunteering please email your resume/CV and a brief cover letter that explains your experience and availability to CHAD SEEWAGEN, WCS/Bronx Zoo Department of Ornithology, at (EM: cseewagen AT wcs.org). GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES IN AVIAN MONITORING (M.S. or Ph.D.) – We are seeking 1-2 graduate students to develop thesis (dissertation) projects related to the Manitoba Breeding Bird Atlas. Projects must include a fieldwork component using point counts and/or general atlassing techniques. Projects in the remote northern Manitoba boreal forest are of particular interest, as are projects that relate to landscape ecology or studying the influence of anthropogenic features such as transmission lines on birds. Applicants must apply for and be accepted into a relevant program at The University of Manitoba. We will assist the successful candidate in obtaining funding from several sources related to the Manitoba Breeding Bird Atlas (funding currently provisional). Successful applicants will begin Sep 2010 (or sooner). Interested persons should send GRE scores, transcripts, a CV, names and phone numbers of three personal references, and a letter of interest to: CHRISTIAN ARTUSO, Bird Studies Canada - Manitoba Programs Manager, Box 24-200 Saulteaux Cr, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W3 (PH: 204-945-6816, EM: cartuso AT birdscanada.org) GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP in tropical forest management and ecological sustainability indicators, Costa Rica. The Department of Environmental Studies at University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is looking for a highly motivated Graduate (magister) student beginning Jan 2010 to conduct research on the relations existing between remote sensing derived data on forest structural trends, current biodiversity present in managed and natural tropical forest areas, and management practices in Costa Rica. The student will work on the avian biodiversity component of the project. She/he will spend two summers in Costa Rica conducting field work in the Sarapiqui region. Biodiversity surveys will include vegetation structure, dung beetles, butterflies and birds. The successful applicant should have previous experience with point count and/or transect bird monitoring as well as experience with mist-net capture and banding of songbirds from the region. Experience with Geographic Information Systems and knowledge of Spanish is highly desired. This is a joint project with the Geographic Information Science Center of Excellence (GIScCE) of South Dakota State University. Funding from NASA extends until 2012. Other partner institutions include The Fundacion para el Desarrollo de la Cordillera Volcanica Central (FUNDECOR) and The Tropical Agronomic Research and Higher Education center (CATIE). The position includes a graduate stipend of ~$13,000 per year plus a tuition/fee-waiver and housing and expenses during the field season (transportation to CR included). Interested individuals should send a cover letter outlining experience (including your experiences with bird monitoring and banding) and research interests, curriculum vitae, including G.P.A. and GRE scores, and contact information for three references to Naikoa Aguilar-Amuchastegui (aguilaramuchasteguin AT uncw.edu) and fill their online applications before 15 Oct 2009 (see https://app.applyyourself.com/?id=UNCW-GRAD). For more information about the Department and our non-thesis MA program, visit the website (URL: http://www.uncw.edu/evs). Minimal requirements for unconditional admittance into the program include: successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college, or its equivalent; strong academic performance in an undergraduate curriculum indicated by a minimum of a GPA of 3.0 or higher, or its equivalent; indication of graduate academic potential reflected by satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Examination; Indication of graduate academic potential reflected by three letters of recommendation from individuals in professionally relevant fields. Concurrency of personal goals with the focus of the environmental studies graduate curriculum. Strong preference will be given to applicants who have a record of previous research or field experience and a strong interest in environmental management. GIS and/or Remote sensing experience will also be considered plus. M.SC. POSITION: urban and agricultural birds as sentinels of environmental health. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic graduate student to spearhead new research that combines bird behavior and microbiology. The objective of the research is to examine factors affecting the incidence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria and human pathogens carried by pigeons and gulls in a variety of habitats and circumstances. The research will provide the graduate student with a unique opportunity to develop a breadth of research skills, including field capture of birds and radio-telemetry, as well as classical and molecular microbiology lab work. Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in biology or related science, and a keen interest in animal behavior, the environment, and factors that affect human and wildlife health. Experience in field and laboratory research is a strong asset, but not a requirement. The successful candidate will be joining a collaborative team lead by two Canada Research Chairs, and would ideally be available to begin in Jan or May of 2010. Please send a current CV, unofficial transcripts, and the names of at least 2 references who can comment on your scientific aptitude (e-mail preferred) to DR. CHRISTOPHER SOMERS and DR. CHRISTOPHER YOST, University of Regina, Department of Biology, Regina, SK, Canada, S4S 0A2; (EM: chris.somers AT uregina.ca, chris.yost AT uregina.ca). FIELD TECHNICIANS (3-4) needed for ongoing wading bird research in the Florida Everglades. One - 2 positions extend from early Jan through late May 2010; 1 - 2 extend from early Feb through late Jun 2010. Salary is $1450/month plus housing. Primary duties (~70%) include assisting the Research Coordinator and two graduate students in all aspects of field research including ground surveys by airboat, aerial surveys by fixed-wing aircraft, collection of feathers from nestlings, and monitoring (on foot) species diversity and nesting success of various wading bird species in multiple colonies throughout the Everglades. Field teams and tasks will vary almost daily. Non-field duties include equipment maintenance, analysis of aerial photos, and data entry. Technicians must maintain a positive attitude, give priority to safety considerations, be in excellent physical condition in order to contend with difficult working conditions (heat, sun, humidity, stuck boats, wet mucky soils, gators), work and live harmoniously in close company with coworkers, and show patience with short-notice schedule changes. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are required. Successful candidates will likely have at least 6 months prior field research or management experience. Training is provided, but some preference will be shown for those having experience piloting powerboats, towing and backing trailers, flying in small planes, or using GIS. Application materials must be received by 13 Nov 2009. Specify if you prefer to start in Jan or Feb. Send cover letter (including the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references) and resume in an e-mail attachment or by mail to: JOHN SIMON (EM: jcsimon AT ufl.edu), University of Florida, Dept. of Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, PO Box 110430, Gainesville, FL 32611-0430. INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR BIRD MONITORING IN COSTA RICA–We have openings for Volunteer Bird Banding Interns at a bird monitoring station in the coastal Caribbean town of Tortuguero, Costa Rica. Positions are available throughout the year with the minimum length of stay around 2 months. Participants are expected to have experience in identifying birds, and they usually have removed from mist nets and processed at least 200 landbirds. Applicants capable of filling the Primary Bander/Bander-in-Charge duties and/or Latin American Volunteers may be eligible for partial travel or other reimbursements. All volunteers receive their room and board while they are staying at the well-appointed station of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation, Estacion Biologica, in Tortuguero (http://cccturtle.org/ccccostarica. php?page=research). We and our collaborators in Costa Rica have been operating five monitoring stations near the village for over a decade. We operate mist nets for resident and migrant species and conduct migration censuses of the millions of diurnal migrants moving along the coast. For more information see (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/tortuguero/) Positions will be open until filled. Please send (emailed text documents preferred) a resume and a cover letter that includes your bird banding experience, ability with Spanish/English, dates available, three references and any questions to PABLO ELIZONDO, (EM: jpelizondo AT zeledonia.org), AND (ie. cc: email) DR. C. JOHN RALPH, (EM: cjr2 AT humboldt.edu, PH: 707 825-2992, FX: 707 825-2901), U.S. Forest Service, Redwood Sciences Laboratory, 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, California 95521. TECHNICAL ASSISTENT–The Max Planck Institute for Ornithology in Seewiesen (near Munich, Germany) is an international research institute, focusing primarily on experimental and theoretical research in the fields of evolutionary ecology, genetics and neurobiology. For our department Behavioural Ecology & Evolutionary Genetics (Prof. Dr. Bart Kempenaers) we are looking to fill a full-time position for a Technical Assistant (f/m). Job description: You will assist scientific research on the Evolutionary Ecology of Animal Personality. You will primarily conduct field and laboratory work as well as be involved in administrative and organizational tasks. Job requirements: Preferably you have a Bachelor or MSc-degree in biological or medical sciences, or you possess the required skills by previous experience. You are interested in scientific research and capable of both working independently and in a team, and have a driver’s license. Our research is internationally oriented, and you therefore need to speak fluent English. It is essential that you have proven experience with catching and ringing small passerine birds, and conducting behavioral observations in the wild. Ideally you are familiar with database management. We offer a stimulating and diverse job with a long-term perspective at an internationally-oriented modern research institute. Payment is according to the German public pay scale (TVÖD) and depends on the applicant’s qualifications up to remuneration grouping 8 TVÖD. In addition, general public service benefits are granted. The position is offered initially for 2 years with the option to become permanent. Working time can be agreed flexibly given that the Max Planck Society is committed to improve the balance of family and work. The Max Planck Society is also committed to employing more disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply. If you are attracted by this challenge at our institute, please send your application with CV before 09 Oct 2009 to: Max-Planck-Institute for Ornithology, (PH: +49 8157-932-232), CARMEN DOBUS (EM: cdobus AT orn.mpg.de), Eberhard-Gwinner-Strasse, D-82319 Seewiesen (Starnberg). (URL: http://www.orn.mpg.de). RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II, Ohio State University. The School of Environment and Natural Resources at Ohio State is seeking a research associate/project coordinator for the Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas II (2006-2011). Among a variety of objectives, OBBA will document the distribution and abundance of nesting birds and examine distributional changes since the first Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas in the mid-1980s. Specific duties of the position will include the following: 1) organize and conduct atlas fieldwork, including point-counts, 2) hire, train, and supervise 5-8 seasonal field staff, 3) oversee management of large database, 4) produce GIS maps and run statistical analyses of abundance and distributional data, 5) organize workshops/meetings and communicate with Atlas volunteers and regional coordinators, 6) present findings at state and national meetings, and 7) prepare OBBA written communications (articles), website materials, and possibly coauthoring breeding bird atlas at completion of field work. Minimum qualifications include M.S. degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or related field, and an in-depth understanding of bird population monitoring, habitat-relationships, and identification and natural history of eastern North American birds. Solid experience with GPS and GIS applications, data management, statistical analysis, and knowledge of bird conservation issues and avian biogeography are strongly preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and high motivation level required. This is a full-time position. Approximate start date mid Nov to Dec 2009 and expected to last 3-4 years. Starting salary $35,000-$39,000 per year, plus benefits. Please send: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, and 3) name, phone, and email addresses of four references by 15 Oct to DR. PAUL RODEWALD, School of Environment and Natural Resources, Ohio State University, 2021 Coffey Road, Columbus, OH 43210. (EM: rodewald.2 AT osu.edu , URL: http://www.ohiobirds.org/obba2/). FIELD BIOLOGIST with the Nature Conservancy, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, to conduct long-term monitoring of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler on Fort Hood Military Reservation. Basic qualifications include BS with 1 year of experience or MS and a valid driver's license. Essential functions include the following: 1) purchasing, organizing, and maintaining equipment and supplies; 2) training and supervising seasonal field biologists; 3) participating in research and monitoring activities; 4) preparing annual reports as well as manuscripts for publication in scientific journals; and 5) preparing state and federal permit reports. Preference will be given to those with experience conducting point count surveys, mist-netting and banding birds, locating and monitoring nests, determining color band combinations, good hearing and ability to see the full spectrum of colors, navigating using map, compass, and GPS, operating and maintaining 4WD vehicles on and off road, and communicating clearly via written, spoken and graphical means in English. Working conditions will include early, long and irregular work hours in isolated settings, exposure to heat and intense sunshine, contact with poison ivy, chiggers, fire ants, scorpions, and venomous snakes, and walking through brush, over loose rocks, and on steep slopes. You must complete an online application. To locate application and complete job announcement visit (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers). Scroll to bottom of page and click Careers. Then click on boxes labeled how to apply and view positions. Conduct an advanced search by Job opening ID 11383 and select anytime. Fill in all fields of the application even if the information is included in your resume AND upload your cover letter and resume as a single Word or PDF document that includes phone numbers and e-mail addresses for 3 references. Review of applications begins 9 Oct 2009. For questions e-mail or call REBECCA PEAK (EM: rpeak AT tnc.org; PH: 254-286-5939). AVIAN CONSERVATION LAB COORDINATOR -- I am seeking a research coordinator to manage and conduct a diverse set of avian conservation research projects. The coordinator will be charged with three major tasks, including planning and conducting fieldwork, compiling data and reports, and managing general lab operations. Approximately 1/2 of the coordinator's time will be spent conducting fieldwork on remote Pacific islands and in mid-continent sites. These include ecological monitoring on Wake Island, where work will encompass seabirds, turtles, vegetation, and invertebrates. Additionally, the coordinator will participate in ongoing Red-bellied Woodpecker and Greater Prairie-chicken research in Missouri and Kansas. The coordinator will also be responsible for compiling data, managing permits, providing reports to federal agencies, and maintaining lab equipment and vehicles. Applicants must have earned at least a BS in wildlife management, zoology, biology, or a related field. A one year commitment is required, and there is the potential for subsequently transitioning work into a MS graduate assistantship. The position will start around 1 Dec 2009, and the annual salary will be approximately $24,000 plus benefits. To apply, email a CV, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three references to DR. DYLAN KESLER (EM: conservation AT picra.net. Applications deadline is 30 Oct 2009, but they will be considered as they arrive. TROPICAL BIRD BANDING VOLUNTEERS - Loma Alta, Ecuador. Assist with constant-effort bird banding and monitoring at Reserva Loma Alta, a 3,000 hectare protected cloud forest in coastal Ecuador. Project dates are 4-16 Dec 2009. The Loma Alta Christmas Count sponsored by Washington Crossing Audubon and Life Net Nature follows on 19 & 20 Dec 2009, and volunteers are invited and encouraged to stay for that ($5 fee). Experience with birding and bird banding is desirable but not required. Training is provided. The volunteer Life Net team will meet in Guayaquil, Ecuador on Friday morning, 4 Dec. Volunteers are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to and from Guayaquil, Ecuador and should arrive at least 36 hours ahead of the meeting time. Full details about this opportunity are at (URL http://www.lifenetnature.org) on the VOLUNTEER page. This project is a great way to build your resume with tropical ornithological experience and makes a difference to biodiversity conservation in Ecuador. A tax-deductible donation of $1500 covers meals, lodging, and transportation within Ecuador during the project (4-16 Dec 2009). Transportation from Guayaquil to Loma Alta is provided and donation also covers salaries for local Ecuadorian field biologists operating the project. Dr. Larry Vereen will be on hand to host English-speakers as much of the program will be operated in Spanish. This is an excellent team to work on if Spanish language skills are a goal. Reserva Loma Alta preserves habitat for populations of 22 hummingbird species and over 70 bird species endemic to the Tumbesian and Choco endemic bird areas. Esmeraldas Woodstars, critically endangered, breed at Loma Alta and are a conservation focus of the project. To apply, visit (URL: http://www.lifenetnature.org/volunteer.htm). Send completed application form to DR. DUSTI BECKER, (EM: dbecker AT lifenetnature.org), or by mail, to: 2465 Olinda Rd. Makawao, HI 96768).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- September 7, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:13:13 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** ASSISTANT CURATOR, ORNITHOLOGY–The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Department of Ornithology at the Bronx Zoo invites qualified persons to apply for the Assistant Curator position. Candidates should have expertise in the care and propagation of birds, experience in planning management programs based on conservation biology principles, the ability to manage a large staff, skills to direct and conduct research projects, and proven verbal and written communications ability for technical and popular audiences. Candidates must have an advanced degree in one of the biological or animal sciences or a related field. Please apply online (URL: https://sh.webhire.com/Public/907/). POSTDOCTORAL POSITION in Neuroethology/Behavioral Endocrinology University of Lethbridge–A post-doctoral position is available to study the neural and endocrine basis of courtship displays in grouse. Male grouse produce a wide array of courtship displays, but unlike the displays of many other bird species, the brain regions and hormones responsible for mediating courtship displays in grouse are entirely unknown. Currently, the focal species of this research is the Ruffed Grouse (Bonasa umbellus) and its unique drumming display. More specifically, my lab is interested in getting a better understanding of what brain regions and hormones are responsible for producing the drumming display. The position involves capturing Ruffed Grouse throughout the year in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies in order to examine seasonal variation and sex differences in neuroanatomy, neurochemistry and hormone profile. Opportunities also exist for collaborations with several other labs in addition to other planned projects including bioacoustics of drumming, ecotoxicology of Ruffed Grouse and other gamebirds and neuroendocrine studies in Sharp-tailed Grouse (Tympanuchus phasianellus). For more information about the lab see: (URL: http://web.me.com/aniwaniuk/Bird_Brains_Lab/Welcome.html) Applicants with a record of peer-reviewed publications and a PhD in behavioural ecology, ecophysiology or related fields will be considered. Experience in trapping wild galliforms is highly desired, but not absolutely necessary. A salary will be provided for two years with a possibility of renewal for a third year, although individuals will be encouraged to apply for their own funding upon arrival. The successful candidate should be independent and self-motivated with an enthusiasm for developing new scientific ideas, training students and manuscript writing. Individuals will also be encouraged to develop their own ideas and projects complementary to the project. To apply, send: 1) a c.v.; 2) a brief description of how you see yourself fitting into the lab’s research program; 3) your research interests and goals; and 4) the contact details of at least two references to DR. ANDREW IWANIUK (EM: andrew.iwaniuk AT uleth.ca). Review of applications will begin immediately with an anticipated start date of Jan 2010. SURF SCOTER VOLUNTEER RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) needed from 13 Nov 2009 – 1 Apr 2010, to help with a study investigating the population delineation and wintering ecology of Surf Scoters in Southeast Alaska. Research assistants will aid with trapping, handling, and radio-marking of scoters, in addition to extensive monitoring of marked scoters from boats and trucks using radio telemetry equipment; volunteers may also assist with scoter age and sex ratio surveys. The project will be stationed out of Junau, Alaska. Ideal applicants will have a strong interest in seaduck ecology and field biology, ample boating experience, meticulous data collection habits, a valid driver’s license, bird handling experience, and must be comfortable with and willing to work long hours in potential extreme wet and cold weather conditions. Applicants will have demonstrated ability to work as part of a team as well as individually. Applicants should have some coursework in wildlife management, biology, or a closely related field; those with radio telemetry and outboard motor experience preferred, but not required. Experience in identification of seaducks is a plus. Lodging and food will be provided in Junau for successful applicants; travel to Junau can be provided from the U.S. or Canada for those that pledge a stay of the full 4.5 months. To apply, please e-mail a statement of interest, resume, and a list of three references with contact information to COREY VANSTRATT (EM: csv5 AT sfu.ca), Centre for Wildlife Ecology, Department of Biological Sciences, Simon Fraser University. PHD STUDENT OPPORTUNITY at Tulane University to work on the population dynamics of a migratory songbird–Seeking a PhD student to work on a collaborative project studying the winter ecology, survival and migratory connectivity of Tree Swallows. The project is flexible and will be designed by the student but will involve fieldwork in the southern US and Mexico and may involve population modeling. The candidate should have strong quantitative and writing skills and be able to work for extended periods of time in the field. Support is available from a combination of research and teaching assistantships and the student will also be expected to apply for external scholarships. Previous experience with mist-netting and bird banding is strongly preferred. Fluency in Spanish would also be advantageous. The successful applicant would join the lab of DR CAZ TAYLOR at Tulane University in New Orleans, LA. Opportunities exist to spend some time at labs of collaborators, Dr Ryan Norris at University of Guelph and Dr David Winkler at Cornell University. Interested applicants should send a letter and resume detailing interests, previous research experience, and education including GPA and GRE scores to (EM: caz AT tulane.edu) before 15 Oct 2009 GRADUATE OPPORTUNITY (PHD) – Painted Buntings are one of the most colorful and well known birds in North America, yet much of their life history, particularly what they do when they leave the breeding grounds, is a mystery. We recently received NSF funding to study migratory behavior in Painted Buntings, and we seek a highly qualified individual to play a key role in this research. The goals of the project are to determine migration routes and stopover locations in different breeding populations and to carry out field experiments to investigate how circumstances on the breeding grounds may affect the timing and course of fall migration. This will be a field intensive project with most of the work occurring in Central and Southwestern Oklahoma in addition to brief periods of data collection in Mexico. Between field seasons, the student would pursue a Ph.D. in Ecology & Evolutionary Biology through the Department of Zoology at the University of Oklahoma Here is why you should apply: 1) a chance to take part in a novel research project that makes use of emerging tracking technologies (i.e. stable isotope ratios and miniaturized geolocation tags); 2) the opportunity to work at a world class university within a supportive research group; and 3) a very competitive graduate stipend ($24k per year) with summer support, tuition waivers, and health benefits. The ideal candidate would have some if not all of the following qualifications: 1) a B.S. or M.S. in the Biological Sciences; 2) Field experience involving handling and tracking birds; 3) Spanish language skills or travel experience in Latin America; 4) capability to lead a field crew and insure that protocols are followed; and 5) demonstrated commitment to a career as a scientist. To apply, please email a letter of interest, a current CV or resume, and contact information for at least three professional references to JEFF KELLY (EM: jkelly AT ou.edu). Applicants should make a convincing argument that they have the ambition and determination to rapidly progress through a graduate program, the writing proficiency needed to produce publishable research, and the leadership skills necessary to oversee others in a research endeavor. Note that applications for admission to the spring semester are due1 Oct, so do not delay your application. For quick responses to inquiries, email both (EM: jkelly AT ou.edu and ebridge AT ou.edu). RESEARCH ASSOCIATE III POSITION in the Lab of Thomas E Martin at The University of Montana. Research Associate sought to supervise large field crew in high elevation, remote (tent-living) forests in Arizona and manage data in Missoula, MT. $27,555/yr, plus full fringe benefits. A minimum 2 year commitment is sought, but seeking someone longer-term (4 more years of funding exists). This long-term, 24-year, study has many components - see (URL: http://www.umt.edu/mcwru/TEMWebsite/AZfieldasst.htm). Opportunities available to analyze data on own time and write senior-authored papers. During the non-field season, primary duties are to manage large data sets, and summarize and conduct quality control on data. During the field season, primary duties are to coordinate equipment and supplies, and to hire and supervise a large field crew (20-25 assts) to locate and monitor nest fate of 32 bird species, capture and band birds, video behavior at nests and quantify vegetation. Minimum of BS with 2 years of experience required, with preference given to those with MS. Preference for strong work motivation (including desire to work on personal time on publications), strong inter-personal communication skills, experience in banding and searching for nests of forest passerines, database management skills, and supervisory experience. The position requires strong familiarity with database management, including file conversion and merger. Experience with database programs (Access, Paradox) and statistical analyses (particularly SPSS), and writing queries and syntax are pluses. Review of applications will begin 1 Nov 2009, but position will remain open until suitable candidate identified. Position to begin around 15 Jan 2010. Please email THOMAS E. MARTIN (EM: tom.martin AT umontana.edu) with any questions and for a copy of the vacancy announcement that explicitly lists required knowledge, skills, and abilities (also available directly at URL: http://www.umt.edu/jobs). To apply, please submit a letter explaining background experience and career goals, curriculum vita, and 3 letters of recommendation to: The University of Montana, Office of Human Resource Services, EL Center Room 252; Missoula, MT 59812; (PH: 406-243-6760; FX: 406-243-6095 EM: staffjobs AT mso.umt.edu). EEO/AA This position announcement can be made available in alternative formats upon request. FIELD TECHNICIANS - The Playa Lakes Joint Venture is hiring 6-7 field technicians to conduct road-side bird habitat surveys in the western Great Plains from late Sep through early Nov 2009. Requirements: minimum of 2 years of college coursework (junior standing), a reliable vehicle, auto insurance, and a valid driver’s license. Preferred: familiarity with Great Plains ecosystems and experience with GPS. Pay is a $5,400 contract which includes wages and cost of gas and lodging. GPS unit and training provided. Surveys start 28 Sep (including 2 days of training) and end 6 Nov (dates are slightly flexible). Surveys will be conducted in portions of Nebraska, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas. This job requires travel 5 days/wk for 5-6 wks. Technicians will gain valuable experience with GPS/GIS technology and habitat classification skills. To apply, send resume, including contact information for two references, and a brief cover letter to MEGAN MCLACHLAN via email (EM: megan.mclachlan AT pljv.org). Please call with any inquiries (PH: 405-744-3779). FIELD ASSISTANTS (3) needed to study the ecology of the Coastal Plain Swamp Sparrow on their newly discovered winter range on the Inner Banks of North Carolina. Research will be directed by a PhD student and last from early Jan–early Apr 2010. Hiring will end in late Oct. $500/month food stipend provided along with canal-side housing on Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge, home to an incredible diversity and abundance of wintering birds, including thousands of Tundra Swans! Duties will include banding, bleeding, radio-tracking, and behavioral observations of Swamp Sparrows, equipment maintenance, and data entry. Applicant must have experience extracting birds from mist nets and using binoculars. Mornings are cold!!! Please send a cover letter and resume (including the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 references) to RAY DANNER (EM: rdanner AT vt.edu). For more information, visit my webpage (URL: http://filebox.vt.edu/users/rdanner/).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- August 27, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:38:10 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** INTERNATIONAL PHD STUDENT COURSEâ€“We would like to make a final announcement that we are again giving the international PhD student course in Ecology of Animal Migration at the Department of Ecology at Lund University and organized by CAnMove (Centre for Animal Movement Research). There are currently two places left in the course. The course will be held 29 Sep - 9 Oct 2009, and you will find more information (preliminary program, registration etc) on our web page: (URL: http://www.canmove.ekol.lu.se/o.o.i.s?id=19279&list_mode=id&calendar_id=4355). During the course lectures will be given by international experts in their field, there will be seminars, own projects with practice using various field and laboratory techniques (e.g. molecular lab, wind tunnel, radar) as well as an excursion to Falsterbo Bird Observatory. There will be ample time for interactions between students and lecturers and we invite PhD students from any country to participate in the course. Registration deadline is 31 August 2009, maximum enrollment 40 persons. Please, contact KEITH LARSON (EM: Keith.Larson AT zooekol.lu.se) for registration. HAWK COUNTER POSITION Just Opened â€“ Holiday Beach Migration Observatory (HBMO) is soliciting for a hawk counter for 1 Sep â€“ 30 Nov 2009. HBMO is a non-profit volunteer organization with activities focused on fall migration of raptors and other avian species that migrate through southern Ontario, Canada at Holiday Beach Conservation Area (HBCA). The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA) administers the HBCA. The HBMO manages a raptor count from a forty-foot tower, a passerine banding station, a raptor banding station, and a saw-whet owl-banding program. Various school groups through ERCAâ€™s educational programs visit the site. To observe HBMOâ€™s setting (count tower, fall totals, max. daily total, migration average timing, 34 yrs data inventory summary, procedure/protocol downloadable PDF) visit http://HawkCount.org, click on â€Get Startedâ€™, Ontario map, then Holiday Beach. Duties include: Count ten hours per day M-F, identify and count migrating eastern raptors using established protocols (online PDF) from a 40-foot tower as well as identify and monitor other passing bird species, record hourly observations and weather conditions on standardized data sheets, work with volunteer seasoned hawk counters, enter daily electronic data into Hawk Migration Association of North Americaâ€™s (HMANA) HawkCount database (laptop provided), participate in hawk festival activities 19-20 Sep, and assist with other similar events on 12-13 and 26 Sep. Skills needed: Previous hawk counting preferred; fundamental ability to identify other bird species by sight and most by sound is fundamental, and familiarity with computer usage critical. Candidate symbolizes the organizationâ€™s frontline ambassador to the public. Have evidence of public speaking skills in order to interact with tower visitors and scheduled school groups about HBMOâ€™s purposes, counting activities and bird ID. Applicant must be self-motivated, work independently and enthusiastically, and be in good physical condition to climb the tower and work outside. Applicant must provide: Own transportation (bicycle useful), passport if non-Canadian, binoculars (8.5x40 best), spotting scope, tripod, bedding, laundry, and meals. Lodging: 17-foot hardtop trailer with one bunk and stove located in the park. Campsite has restrooms and showers. Stipend: Contractor wages are dependent on experience and range from $800-$1,500 per month in US funds. Serious applicants: E-mail a PDF cover letter and resume including two available references that can verify your raptor identification skills and other qualifications. BOB PETTIT, (EM: redknot AT earthlink.net, PH: 734-755-8832). MANOMET BIRD OBSERVATORY SEEKS FALL 2009 SEASONAL BANDING INTERNS (ASAP - 14 Nov). The Observatory at Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences, Box 1770, Manomet MA 02345-1770 (FX 508-224-9220) invites resumes by mail, FAX or e-mail (EM: tlloyd-evans AT manomet.org) with phone numbers of two references. Band 5 days per week. Some banding experience needed, but an almost fanatical desire to learn good and safe banding techniques and some knowledge of eastern birds is more important. Enthusiasm for long hours essential. Live free on 40 acres by Cape Cod Bay, town nearby (walking), most facilities available. Will help two experienced banders and volunteers to run 50 nets dawn to dusk. Stipend of $100 per week for food. Contact TREVOR L. LLOYD-EVANS. SHOREBIRD CONSERVATION BIOLOGIST. Audubon California is seeking a Shorebird Conservation Biologist to work out of its Sacramento office. This position will be responsible for helping Audubon California implement shorebird conservation projects on private lands in the Sacramento Valley and surrounding region, as well as working on other projects helping to protect birds on private lands in California. Audubon and its partners are working closely with farmers in the Central Valley to enhance the value of agricultural lands for waterbirds, particularly shorebirds. Essential functions will include coordinating compatible agriculture projects to enhance the habitat value of agricultural fields (particularly rice and alfalfa), developing and implementing conservation plans for private farms and ranches, helping implement habitat restoration projects, and coordinating and implementing bird monitoring efforts along with partners and citizen scientist volunteers. Ideal candidates will have a degree in ornithology, ecology, or a related field, strong field identification skills and knowledge of birds (especially waterbirds), demonstrated experience working with a variety of public and private stakeholders to coordinate and implement conservation projects, experience working with private landowners in an agricultural setting, and experience with habitat restoration and/or management. Experience using GIS is desirable. This position is located in Sacramento, California with considerable time at project sites and traveling in the Central Valley. This is currently a one year position with an opportunity to extend if additional funding is secured. For more information and a full job description please contact RODD KELSEY (EM: rkelsey AT audubon.org). Review of applications will begin 15 September 2009 and continue until the position is filled. SENIOR WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST/WILDLIFE SECTION SUPERVISOR â€“ Closing Date: 21 September 2009. Location: The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) consists of the northern 14 islands of the Mariana archipelago. The three southern islands of Rota, Tinian and Saipan are the most heavily populated, the latter of which is the seat of the local government and where the Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) is located. The primary duties of this position will occur on Saipan, but also on Rota, Tinian, and the northern islands. Nature of work: The Wildlife Supervisor will be the grant manager for the CNMI DFW-Wildlife Restoration Program and will supervise three Wildlife Biologists and four Wildlife Technicians. The Wildlife Section researches and monitors wildlife of the CNMI including 11 endemic birds (including 7 endangered species), the endangered Mariana Fruit Bat, and other local wildlife such as coconut crabs and feral ungulates. The three Wildlife Biologists manage individual projects under the DFWâ€™s wildlife grants including development permitting, avian conservation introduction/translocation projects, and endangered species (birds and bats) research and monitoring. The four Wildlife Technicians support the Wildlife Supervisor and Wildlife Biologists with survey work and data entry. The Wildlife Supervisor, in coordination with the Wildlife Biologists, will be directly in charge of budgeting and inventory for wildlife projects. The Wildlife Supervisor will organize and be responsible for the timely submission of grant proposals, yearly grant agreements, and annual reports and updating Standard Operating Procedures. He/she will supervise and/or organize the completion of wildlife monitoring surveys on Saipan, Tinian and Rota, and will coordinate with other DFW sections and local and federal government agencies. Additionally, the Wildlife Supervisor will review and comment on legislation and policy that effect the CNMIâ€™s fisheries and wildlife natural resources and review scientific research permits. The Wildlife Supervisor will be DFWâ€™s representative for multi-agency committees and meetings which may include the local Zoning Board, Coastal Resources Management Board, Water Task Force, Invasive Species Task Force, and conservation area committee meetings. The Wildlife Supervisor will also have the opportunity to develop new projects within the Wildlife Restoration grant. Additional information on the CNMIâ€™s Division of Fish and Wildlife program can be found at (URL: http://www.dfw.gov.mp/Wildlife/Wildlife%20Research.html). Living on Saipan provides numerous benefits including diving, snorkeling, swimming, access to gorgeous tropical beaches, no temperate winter climate, great sushi, and living in a diverse multicultural community. Qualifications: This position requires at a minimum a Masterâ€™s degree in wildlife biology, ecology, ornithology, zoology, mammalogy or closely related field with at least three years experience managing programs, grants, budgets, contracts, and supervising professionals and technicians. Preferred candidates will additionally have broad ecological and environmental survey and research experience and education. They will be experienced in a broad spectrum of wildlife and habitat surveys including avian, bat, vegetation, endangered species surveys and permitting, and utilizing GIS. A successful candidate will have experience working closely with other local and federal agencies, work well in teams but also be independent and demonstrate initiative in resolving conservation issues. Flexibility, patience, and tolerance in a multicultural community are essential. Will need to travel and work in the field sometimes under strenuous and hot field conditions. Eligibility: Only United States Citizens are eligible for this position. Term: This is a one year term appointment renewable upon mutual consent. Salary: $42,000-46,000 commensurate with experience. Travel and limited relocation expenses will be paid. Contact: Please send cover letter and CV or Resume, and references via email TO LAURA WILLIAMS, State Wildlife Biologist (EM: lwilliamscnmidfw AT gmail.com). Please contact Laura Williams (PH: 670.664.6010 or 6000) if you are unable to submit electronically via email. OUTREACH COORDINATOR â€“ Position Description â€“ The Organization: The Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, in Oyster Bay, NY, provides natural science education for school, scout, camp, and family groups. The goals of the programs are to provide direct experiences in nature while involving students and the public in interactive, inquiry-based, hands-on activities focusing on science that lead participants to take conservation action to help preserve wildlife. The Sanctuary conducts scientific research, monitoring avian populations and restoring native habitats. Purpose of the Position: Manage outreach programs to promote awareness of the Center in the local community. This includes marketing and teaching public programs, managing volunteers, organizing special events. Develop and teach outreach and other programs as needed. Manage all aspects of the volunteer program. Essential Functions - Recruit, train, supervise, and schedule volunteers; Manage marketing materials for the organization, which includes e-newsletter, website, email distribution list, flyers and other promotional copy; Teach programs for school, camp, public, family, and adult groups as needed; Develop, implement, and evaluate natural science education programs for all ages; Establish citizen science programs in local schools and with other community organizations; Manage database for outreach programs; provide educational support including evaluation and promotional mailings; Maintain and establish contacts with existing schools, groups, and supporters. Duties include speaking engagements for groups, staffing event booths, and attending relevant community meetings; Organize special events to help generate revenue for the Center; Assist with the care of resident non-releasable wildlife used for programs and passive education; Articulate the Audubon mission and the Sanctuaryâ€™s mission to the community; Assist the Center Director in overall Center responsibilities, as well as perform all duties deemed necessary to further the mission of the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center. Qualifications - Bachelorâ€™s degree (Masterâ€™s preferred) from an accredited college or university in environmental studies, education, natural science, outdoor recreation, marketing, business or related field; Must have demonstrated experience working with the public, including groups of children, adults, and families; experience working with wildlife a plus; Excellent organizational skills, written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy, particularly word-processing, e-mail, website design/updating, and database functions preferred. Experience developing and conducting education/outreach activities for all ages and audiences; Self-motivated, detailed-oriented with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Must have flexible schedule with the ability to work evenings and weekends, as required; Ability to travel, including service area from Montauk to Manhattan; Possess a valid New York State driver's license, or the ability to obtain one in a timely manner; Must be knowledgeable about, and committed to, the Audubon mission and the conservation of birds, other wildlife and their habitats. Relationships - Internal: report to the Center Director. Work with all staff to achieve goals and objectives of the Sanctuary. Coordinate with Audubon New York and National Audubon Society staff as needed; External: Cultivate and maintain good working relationships with local organizations, agencies, university faculty, media contacts and the general public. Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon Center, 134 Cove Road, Oyster Bay, New York 11771 ďˇ (PH: 516-922-3200, FX: 516-922-6734). To submit a resume and cover letter, please contact: AARON VIRGIN (EM: avirgin AT audubon.org). FIELD ASSISTANT. Seeking one field assistant 10 December 2009 - 13 May 2010 (end date is flexible) to help with research on the health and reproductive success of the Crimson Finch, at Mornington Wildlife Sanctuary in Australia. Good communication skills and enthusiasm for conservation and fieldwork are a must. The assistant will work both independently and in a pair. Primary duties will include color band re-sighting, nest finding, nest monitoring and mist-netting. Good vision is required for re-sighting small, and sometimes challenging, color band combinations. Some experience with mist-netting and banding is required. Previous experience with nest finding is desirable. Other desirable qualities include computer literacy, GPS/GIS skills, attention to detail, a sense of humor, the ability to live in an isolated camp with a small group of people, and a willingness to work under hot, humid, and insect infested conditions. A $1000/month (AUD) stipend will be provided but the assistant will need to cover his/her own food and travel expenses to Broome, Western Australia. A tent will be provided and you may use the shared kitchen, bath, and air-conditioned office space. For more information, visit (URL: http://www.milenkaya.org). To apply, please send a short cover letter, CV/resume, and two references to OLYA MILENKAYA (EM: olm AT vt.edu). PH.D. POSITION â€“ Application deadline: 30. September 2009. Start of the position between 1 Nov 2009 and 1 Jan 2010. A PhD position (BAT IIa/E 13 (50%) ~ 1100 Euro) is available within the research group of PD Dr. H. Martin Schaefer at the University of Freiburg. The project will focus on the contemporary evolution of reproductive isolation among blackcap populations (Sylvia atricapilla) that differ in migratory orientation. The project will investigate the rapid evolution of isolating barriers in sympatry, hybrid-speciation and compare different models that analyze speciation with ongoing gene flow. The project will be carried out in close collaboration with Dr. Segelbacher, Department of wildlife ecology, University of Freiburg. Field work will take place in southern Germany (for more information, see http://www.biologie.uni-freiburg.de/data/bio1/schaefer/index.html). To study genetic and ecomorphological adaptations the Ph.D. candidate will capture blackcaps upon spring arrival on the breeding grounds and before departure in autumn at different sites in southern Germany. The PhD project includes independent field work, genetic analyses in the lab (nuclear markers and candidate genes) as well as modeling the evolution of population divergence. In addition to the data gathered throughout the project a dataset of >600 birds from the last years is available for analyzing the contemporary evolution of reproductive isolation. The successful candidate should have a strong background in evolutionary biology, behavioral ecology, genetics and advanced statistical analyses. Further experience in working with birds will be beneficial. A Diplom/M.Sc. degree in Biology or a related subject will be required. A driving licence and the availability of an own car would be useful for getting to field sites. We expect the candidate to have good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team. Application should include a cover letter, C.V., list of publications, a statement of research interests, a copy of the last degree, and names and email addresses of two references, all within a single PDF. The closing date for applications will be 30.September 2009. Applications in English or German are sent preferentially by e-mail. We especially encourage women to apply. Physically handicapped persons will be given preference in case of equal qualifications. Interviews will be held in mid-October. PD DR. H. MARTIN SCHAEFER, Dept. of Animal Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Faculty of Biology, University of Freiburg, 79104 Freiburg, Germany, (Tel: ++49-761 203 2531, FX: ++49 761 203 2544, EM: martin.schaefer AT biologie.uni-freiburg.de, URL: http://www.biologie.uni-freiburg.de/data/bio1/schaefer/). RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II, Ohio State University. The School of Environment and Natural Resources at Ohio State is seeking a research associate/project coordinator for the Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas II (2006-2011). Among a variety of objectives, OBBA will document the distribution and abundance of nesting birds and examine distributional changes since the first Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas in the mid-1980s. Specific duties of the position will include the following: 1) organize and conduct atlas fieldwork, including point-counts, 2) hire, train, and supervise 5-8 seasonal field staff, 3) oversee management of large database, 4) produce GIS maps and run statistical analyses of abundance and distributional data, 5) organize workshops/meetings and communicate with Atlas volunteers and regional coordinators, 6) present findings at state and national meeting, and 7) prepare OBBA written communications (articles), website materials, and possibly coauthoring breeding bird atlas at completion of field work. Minimum qualifications include M.S. degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or related field, and an in-depth understanding of bird population monitoring, habitat-relationships, and identification and natural history of eastern North American birds. Solid experience with GPS and GIS applications, data management, statistical analysis, and knowledge of bird conservation issues and avian biogeography are strongly preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills and high motivation level required. This is a full-time position, beginning 1 November 2009 and expected to last 3-4 years; starting salary $35,000-$39,000 per year, plus benefits. Please send: 1) cover letter, 2) CV, and 3) name, phone, and email addresses of four references by 25 September 25 to DR. PAUL RODEWALD, School of Environment and Natural Resources, Ohio State University, 2021 Coffey Road, Columbus, OH 43210. (EM: rodewald.2 AT osu.edu, URL: http://www.ohiobirds.org/obba2/) SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGIST â€“ Agency: The Nature Conservancy. Location: Fort Hood (Killeen), TX. Start Date: 16 November 2009. End Date: 2 April 2010. Salary: $13/hr. Last Date to Apply: 25 Sept 2009. Job Description: The Seasonal Field Biologist will participate in a monitoring program focused on surveying birds wintering in grassland habitats at Fort Hood Military Reservation, Texas. Focal species for this study include savannah sparrows, LeConte's sparrows, grasshopper sparrows, vesper sparrows, Cassin's sparrows, and Sprague's pipits. Duties will include: ; ** Conducting transect surveys using distance sampling methodology ; ** Mist-netting, banding, ageing, and collecting blood/feather samples ; ** Collecting vegetation data to assess the habitat associations of grassland birds ; ** Filling out data sheets, validating data, and accurately entering data into MS Excel ; ** Operating 4WD vehicles both on and off road ; ** Maintaining work vehicles and other field equipment To fulfill these duties, the Seasonal Field Biologist will work independently or as a team member as appropriate. Applicants must be willing to endure harsh field conditions, including temperature extremes, and exposure to poisonous plants, snakes, and insects. Work hours and days will be variable. Applicants must be willing to start work before sunrise and, as needed, work weekend days. This is a short-term position (16 November 2009 - 2 April 2010). There are 5-6 positions available. Housing is not provided, but is generally easily available in the greater Killeen-Fort Hood area. Qualifications: **Associate's degree in natural resources, environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months of experience. **Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite software. **A strong ornithological background preferably with field experience in identifying birds by sight and sound, mist-netting, and vegetation sampling. Preference may be given to applicants with experience in identification of sparrows. **Applicants must have good hearing and be able to see the full spectrum of colors. **Ability to navigate alone in the field using map, compass, and GPS. **Experience performing physical work outdoors. **Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs. **Valid driver's license and compliance with The Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employment in this position will be contingent upon completion of a Vehicle Use Agreement, which may include a review of the prospective employee's motor vehicle record. Contact: CATHERINE ENGELMAN (EM: cengelman AT tnc.org (preferred), PH: 254-287-2885). To Apply: Please visit (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers) and search by Job ID #11319 Resumes (including e-mail addresses and phone numbers for 3 references) and cover letter should only be uploaded as one Word or PDF document. Other document formats are not accepted by The Nature Conservancy's career website. REVISED â€“ ONE VOLUNTEER NEEDED - The Coastal Bird Conservation Program is seeking one volunteer to assist with migratory and wintering shorebird surveys of the lower Laguna Madre region of Texas (South Padre Island and Boca Chica Beach area). Housing will be provided. The survey species will include Piping Plover, Red Knot, Snowy Plover, Wilsonâ€™s Plover, American Oystercatcher, Reddish Egret, and Black Tern. Participants will need to identify the above listed species in winter plumage and record band combinations using a scope. Volunteer will be required for approximately 2 weeks in mid-September and 2 weeks in late-November/early-December. Shorebird experience preferred. Individual will receive training in shorebird survey methodology and GPS use. Must be familiar with use of 4x4 in sand to drive field vehicle. Must have own 10x42 waterproof binoculars, valid drivers license and own vehicle for travel between work sites. Gasoline costs will be reimbursed for travel between sites. Please send: 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three references to STEVE LIPTAY (EM: steveliptay AT coastalbird.org) The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until position is filled. WATERFOWL RESEARCH ASSISTANT- to assist in an experiment evaluating the effect of hunting frequency on waterfowl harvest, habitat use, hunter satisfaction at Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) in Mississippi. Duties include performing bag checks of waterfowl harvested by hunters, bird surveys and behavioral observations, hunter interviews, data entry, equipment maintenance, and other duties associated with the project. Approximate dates of employment are 1 Dec 2009 to 31 Jan 2010 (possibly a few weeks longer). Salary is approximately $1,500/month and housing will be provided at a WMA. Applicants must have a legal, current driverâ€™s license, excellent waterfowl identification skills (in hand and flight), ability to operate ATVs, trucks, and trailers, work amidst inclement weather, and in a waterfowl-hunting environment. Send cover letter, resume, and references to ELIZABETH ST. JAMES, Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, Box 9690, Mississippi State University, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (EM: estjames AT cfr.msstate.edu, PH (cell): 810-278-2037). Email correspondence is preferred. Position is open until filled.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- August 17, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:32:39 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** RAPTOR MIGRATION OBSERVER–Biological Field Technician required for fall raptor migration surveys in western Virginia or Pennsylvania. Technician must have the ability to work long hours alone on remote ridges, scanning the skies for migrating raptors, in a beautiful part of the country. Qualifications: Possession of a Bachelors degree in biological studies, ability to identify migrating raptors in flight (to species, sex and age where appropriate), possession of a clean, valid driver’s license and experience driving in rugged conditions/ 4WD vehicle. Must be able to adhere to scientific protocols; have a strong, independent work effort with the ability to work with limited remote supervision; be a good communicator, and be motivated to keep searching when conditions may be slow. Previous hawk watching experience preferred. Successful applicant must provide own x8 or x10 binoculars. Compensation will be $15.00-16.00 per hour (depending on experience), motel accommodation, work vehicle, and $39.00 per diem (on work days). Duration: beginning of Sep – beginning of Nov. Open until filled. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and three references via email to (EM: humanresources AT west-inc.com), with Subject Line “Virginia Raptor Migration Application”. WEST Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. VOLUNTEER POSITIONS (2) - The Coastal Bird Conservation Program is seeking two local volunteers to assist with migratory and wintering shorebird surveys of the lower Laguna Madre region of Texas (South Padre Island and Boca Chica Beach area). Surveys will begin in early Sep and continue through Dec. The survey species will include Piping Plover, Red Knot, Snowy Plover, Wilson’s Plover, American Oystercatcher, Reddish Egret, and Black Tern. Participants will need to identify the above listed species in winter plumage and record band combinations using a scope. Volunteers will be required for approximately 10-15 field days in Sep and 10-15 field days in Nov/Dec. Shorebird experience preferred. Must be familiar with use of 4x4 in sand to drive field vehicle. Must have own 10x42 waterproof binoculars, valid drivers license and own vehicle for travel between work sites. Gasoline costs will be reimbursed for travel between sites. Please send: 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three references to STEVE LIPTAY (EM: steveliptay AT coastalbird.org). The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until position is filled. FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) - The Coastal Bird Conservation Program is seeking one field research assistant for survey and monitoring work of migratory and wintering birds in the Florida panhandle area. Work will begin in early Oct and continue through Jan. Housing and a weekly stipend of $300-$325 will be provided, depending on experience. The survey species will include Piping Plover, Red Knot, Snowy Plover, Wilson’s Plover, American Oystercatcher, Reddish Egret, and Black Tern. Participants will be required to identify the above listed species in winter plumage and record band combinations using a scope. Surveys will be conducted on foot and by ATV. Research assistants will work long hours, usually 6 days a week, weather permitting. Individuals must be comfortable riding in small boats to access islands. Strong work ethic required. Individual must be self-motivated, responsible, and adventurous, in good physical condition, like working independently and in a small group environment, and enjoy walking many miles at remote locations. Individuals will be required to keep organized field notes and complete various data forms. Research assistants will receive training in survey methodology, GPS use and digital photography. Plover/tern/shorebird experience preferred. Must have own waterproof 10x42 binoculars, a valid drivers license and own vehicle for travel between work sites. Housing is provided. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for travel between work sites. Please send: 1) letter of interest, 2) a resume, and 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to STEVE LIPTAY (EM: steveliptay AT coastalbird.org). The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until positions are filled. FISH AND WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Fairbanks Fish and Wildlife Field Office in Fairbanks, Alaska is currently recruiting a Fish and Wildlife Biologist (GS-0401-11/12). The biologist will work within the Endangered Species Program, contributing to the conservation of Steller’s and spectacled eiders and polar bears. The primary responsibility will be to conduct section 7 consultations on Federally funded or permitted projects that may affect listed eiders or polar bears. Other responsibilities may include leading the development and implementation of a conservation plan that manages village and industrial growth in a manner that considers habitat needs of Steller’s eiders, and there may be opportunities to assist with eider field studies in remote areas of Alaska. The position will require skilled written and oral communication, an aptitude for critical thinking, and experience evaluating biological information. Preference will be given to individuals with experience evaluating impacts and with strong analytical skills. One permanent position is being filled under two currently open job announcements. Job announcement number R7-09-273762-KD is open to all U.S. citizens. Job announcement number R7-09-273758-KD is open to current Federal employees. The current deadline is 26 Aug 2009, but it may be extended. To apply, go to http://www.usajobs.gov and search on the announcement numbers above or the zip code (99701) or job title. The population of Fairbanks area is approximately 80,000. All amenities of a small city are available including a hospital, university and schools, and international airport. Fairbanks offers numerous activities including outdoor activities in summer and winter such as skiing, snow machining, hiking, canoeing, and backpacking. Contact TED SWEM (PH: 907-456-0441) for more information. VOLUNTEERS are needed for a project that aims to study song development in suboscine birds. The work will take place in Panama, at The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Two volunteer positions will involve caring for captive-raised birds, collection and sorting of native arthropods for diet supplementation, and monitoring and running of song experiments. An additional position will be available with a focus on nest searching and recording of wild songs, though some animal husbandry of the captive population will also be required. Volunteers can expect to work 6 days a week for 8-10 hours a day. Preference will be given to individuals with prior experience handling birds and/or experience mist netting, nest searching, and working in challenging field conditions. Room and board will be provided, but unfortunately, we do not have funds for airfare or salary. These positions are most appropriate for individuals interested in pursuing a career in behavioral ecology. Working at The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute provides ample opportunities to integrate with a large body of tropical scientists, often leading to future collaborations and positions. Positions available immediately for a minimum 3-month commitment. If interested, please email the following to JANEENE TOUCHTON (EM: touchton AT princeton.edu): 1) a cover letter explaining why you are interested in participating in this project, 2) a CV, and 3) names and contact information of two or three references. ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR/OUTREACH SPECIALIST to conduct programs within New Mexico featuring live birds of prey. We offer a wide variety of age-appropriate programs, ranging from single visit school presentations to year-long, repeat visits to classrooms in rural schools. We also conduct corporate and adult education programs and public outreach booths. Duties include education programs, raptor care, public outreach booths, membership and volunteer coordination. Some weekends and evenings will be required. Some travel will be necessary and applicants must have their own car. Applicants should have a background in biology and/or working with children This is a permanent, full-time position with benefits. Starting salary $23,000. Start date is as soon as the position can be filled with a qualified individual. Please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references to GAIL GARBER, Hawks Aloft, Inc., PO Box 10028, Albuquerque, NM 87184 or e-mail: (EM: gail AT hawksaloft.org). PHD STUDENT POSITION - Grassland Birds- University of Tennessee. We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student to conduct research on grasslands birds in the Central Hardwoods Bird Conservation Region beginning fall 2009 or 1 Jan 2010. Recruiting will continue until the position is filled. The study will focus on a regional assessment of the effects of conservation practices on priority grassland bird populations. Data generated from this assessment will also serve as the benchmark for measuring progress in the future towards reaching grassland bird conservation goals. Qualifications include experience working with bird monitoring, habitat evaluation, ability to analyze complex data sets, ability to lead a research team, and ability to work well with other agencies and professionals. BS and MS degrees in wildlife science, conservation biology, ecology or related field required. Successful applicants will also have a strong academic record (GPA >3.3, GRE >1100 verbal + quantitative minimums). Send letter of interest, resume, GRE scores, transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references by email to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, 274 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4563, (EM: dbuehler AT utk.edu, PH: 865-974-7126). Graduate assistantships at The University of Tennessee provide ~$17,000 per year in stipend plus health insurance and a full out-of-state tuition waiver ($12,000). ORNITHOLOGIST WITH PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE–Kelly Scientific Resources is partnered with an internationally recognized company located in Marysville, Ohio. We are currently seeking a Senior Ornithologist with product development knowledge. This is a full-time direct hire opportunity with a relocation package! The ideal candidate will have the following: - A Bachelors or advanced degree in Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource, or Wildlife Management; - 3-5 years ornithology experience; - Prior product development knowledge; - Background in chemistry desired. Job Duties include but are not limited to the following: - Responsible for strategic development and design of a technical program to deliver product innovations.- Assess product performance against consumer and business needs. - Translate technical outcomes into action plans that lead to successful product development. - New product formulation development. If you, or someone you know, might be interested in this position please contact us at (PH:513-247-0467), you can ask to speak to LAUREN HICKEY. No need to spend another dreary day inside spend your winter with these Bright-eyed birds!!! TWO ASSISTANTS AND ONE LEADING ASSISTANT for rusty blackbird fieldwork needed: We are looking for three assistants to collect data about the winter demography of rusty blackbird in Mississippi from 15 Dec 2009 to 14 Mar 2010 (10 Dec to 31 Mar for leading assistant). Experience in mist-netting, blood sampling, telemetry, behavioral observations, and taking morphological measurements such as wing cord and tarsus length are highly recommended. Sociability is also important as you will work in a team of two and also share a trailer with your team partner. You should be in good condition to endure early and long working hours, and to cope with adverse conditions (insects, thorny shrubs, flooding) while walking through the forest. A valid driving license is a must. Familiarity with the Southeast is a plus. Work includes capturing rusty blackbirds with mist nets, taking blood samples and morphological measurements, telemetry work, preparation of bait, searching for suitable capture sites, establishing and controlling locations with baits, habitat measurements, food availability surveys, and keeping records about activities. The leading assistant additionally will have to centrifuge blood samples after capture events. The principle investigator, Claudia Mettke-Hofmann, will be at the study site at the beginning of the winter season for 3 or 8 weeks (depending on funding) and will provide introduction to the project, training and guidance. The leading assistant is expected to take over guidance of the other two assistants (day-to-day decisions about tasks) besides helping in data collection after the PI has left. Furthermore, he/she would have to store equipment at the end of the season. The Rusty Blackbird is the fastest declining songbird in the U.S. and this project’s purpose to learn more about the habitat, roosting and feeding requirements of the species and the possible reasons for its decline. For the past five years, members of the International Rusty Blackbird Technical Group have studied the winter demography of the rusty blackbird in its core winter ground in Mississippi near Greenville. You will be located in a trailer in the Theodore Roosevelt NWR and do your work largely independently with your team partner but with daily coordination by the main investigator (or leading assistant). Housing is free and a monthly compensation of up to $2000 ($2200 for the leading assistant) will be paid. Please send applications (CV, letter of interest, and names/addresses for two references) to DR. CLAUDIA METTKE-HOFMANN, (EM: C.C.Mettke-Hofmann AT ljmu.ac.uk) by 15 Oct 2009. Review of applications starts immediately. POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCHER needed—Alaska SeaLife Center, located in Seward, Alaska, is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for eider research program. This position is responsible for supporting Steller’s eider conservation planning using structured decision analysis and quantitative modeling tools to further evaluate feasibility of reintroduction to support recovery of Steller’s eiders. The Alaska-breeding population of Steller’s eiders was listed as threatened in 1997 due to population declines and reductions in nesting range, and reintroduction is currently being considered as a potential tool to aid recovery efforts. Responsibilities include: development and refinement of current population viability analyses; decision support for reintroduction planning; working collaboratively with a team of investigators with expertise in Steller’s eider biology, conservation, structured decision analysis, population modeling, and adaptive management; and assisting in drafting reports, posters, presentations, and scientific publications, and taking a lead role as assigned. Requirements include: earned PhD degree in relevant discipline, and proficiency in at least one of the three primary areas of quantitative expertise use in structured decision making: modeling, estimation and optimization; skill in written and verbal communication; experience giving scientific presentations, and work independently and as part of a team. This position is located at the Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward, Alaska. The position will require travel within the U.S. to work with partners and collaborators. This is a two-year position, funding is currently secured for one year. Salary is competitive. For further information, contact TUULA HOLLMEN at (PH: 907-224-6323, EM: tuula_hollmen AT alaskasealife.org). Please send resume and application (downloadable at http://www.alaskasealife.org) to (EM: HR AT alaskasealife.org). Position is open until filled.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- August 5, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 05 Aug 2009 23:58:15 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** FALL HAWK COUNTER POSITION. Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch of Bedford Corners, NY is seeking a hawk counter for its 2009 autumn count. Identify and count migrating raptors as fly south the Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch. On site, you will be recording weather conditions, species and numbers of raptors migrating. In the evenings, this information must be posted onto the HMANA website. In addition, you must also be able to assist occasional visitors with bird identification and general birding questions during the hawk migration period. Applicant must be self-motivated individual who can work well independently, enthusiastic field worker, good physical condition to work primarily outside, good communication and organizational skills, interest and experience in bird monitoring and research work outdoors. Previous raptor identification experience essential, familiarity with computer data spreadsheet analysis preferred. Stipend: $4350 for 3 months. Workweek 48 hours/week, 9AM - 5PM, 20 Aug - 20 Nov 2009, with occasional longer days at the peak of migration; some additional days off depending upon available volunteer assistance. Housing provided: Private furnished room, bath, furnished living room and fully-equipped kitchen in house on sanctuary property. E-mail cover letter, resume and 2 references to TAIT JOHANSSON (EM: tjohansson AT bedfordaudubon.org). Applicants considered upon submission. (PH: 914-232-1999, URL: http://www.bedfordaudubon.org). BANDING INTERNSHIPS, this Fall. The Redwood Sciences Laboratory is seeking enthusiastic individuals to participate in our long-term landbird research for all or part of Aug through Oct. We are studying population and demographic trends, migration patterns, and habitat relationships in the Klamath Bioregion of northwest California and southern Oregon. The Lab works closely with the Klamath Bird Observatory, and they are the center of the Klamath Demographic Network, the most concentrated regional network of constant-effort banding stations in North America. Participants will assist in operating several monitoring stations. There will also be opportunities for small owl banding/surveys, and aquatic bird surveys. For more information about our projects, please visit our website at (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/). Applicants should have a keen interest in birds, natural history and field biology. Strong applicants will have good bird identification skills, and passerine mist netting and banding experience. Work can include mist netting, bird censuses, vegetation surveys, data input, and other duties as required. A valid driver's license is required. The position offers an excellent opportunity for experience in a wide variety of landbird monitoring skills. The Lab's banding protocols closely follow guidelines set by the North American Banding Council. Certified Banding Trainers will conduct workshops and field training. Housing and a stipend of $500-$750 per month are provided. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three former supervisors immediately (email preferred) to PABLO A. HERRERA (EM: paherreraATfs.fed.us) or DR. C. JOHN RALPH (EM: cjr2AThumboldt.edu), Redwood Sciences Laboratory 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, CA 95521 (PH: 707-825-2923; FX: 707-825-2901). VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS are needed for the study of mate choice in satin bowerbirds (Ptilonorhyncus violaceus). Assistants will primarily help to observe behavior at bowers. The study site is in north eastern New South Wales, Australia. This is the continuation of a study of mate choice that began over 25 years ago and which follows the success of male bower holders. Assistants are needed from mid-Oct to late Dec. Assistants must arrange for travel to the field site; we will provide food and lodging at the site. Tasks assistants will perform include locating bower sites and clearing trails, monitoring the behavior of birds at bowers with infrared sensing equipment and camcorders and maintaining this equipment, and direct observation of birds. The work is very physically demanding and assistants must be focused on this project and flexible in their requirements. Interested applicants should send (preferably electronically) cover letter, resume, and e-mail addresses of three references to: REIMI HICKS and ARCHER LARNED (EM: satinbb2009 AT gmail.com), University of Maryland-College Park. RESEARCH INTERNS (1-2) needed for late winter – early summer in the Avian Ecology Lab at Archbold Biological Station, directed by Dr. Reed Bowman. The lab focus is understanding long-term population dynamics of Florida Scrub-Jays in natural and suburban habitats in south-central Florida. Interns contribute to many aspects of these projects but their duties will primarily focus on searching for and monitoring nests, conducting periodic censuses of color-banded birds, and habituating young-of-the-year birds for subsequent trapping. In addition, interns may have opportunities assisting in off-site surveys for banded and unbanded scrub-jays, trapping and banding jays, measuring and bleeding young, counting acorns and arthropods, etc. Interns are expected to devote a minimum of 50% of their time to our long-term projects and to devote the rest of their time to an independent project on some aspect of the ecology of scrub-jays. Internships offer an opportunity for experience in every aspect of scientific research, from project choice and experimental design to oral and written presentations. Applicants should have a very strong interest in birds, natural history and field biology, the ability to work under hot, humid field conditions, and a strong desire to engage in independent research. Most applicants have completed undergraduate work and are contemplating graduate school in their future. Internships include room and board and a $100 weekly stipend and expenses associated with their independent project. Opportunities for graduate research also exist. Most positions begin in mid-late Jan and extend through Jul, but some flexibility exists and at least one position could begin in early-Mar and extend through Sep. Applicants should send a letter, in which you indicate your interests and aspiration and why you seek an internship, a resume or CV, a summary of courses and grades and the names and contact information of three references by 15 Oct 2008, to DR. SHANE PRUETT, Avian Ecology Lab, Archbold Biological Station, 123 Main Dr. Venus, FL 33960; (PH: 863-465-2571 ext. 228, FX: 863-699-1927, EM: spruett AT archbold-station.org). E-mail applications encouraged. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Additional information on these projects can be found at our web site (URL: http://www.archbold-station.org/abs/staff/rbowman/srbowman.htm). EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGIST POSITION–California State University, Northridge invites applications for a tenure-track Evolutionary Biologist position in the Department of Biology, starting Aug 2010. Applicants must have a Ph.D. and post-doctoral experience. The successful candidate shall develop a vigorous research program involving undergraduate and M.S. students, seek extramural research funding, and demonstrate teaching excellence. Research focus on patterns or processes of diversification among species or populations is preferred. Teaching options include a course on the diversity of a group of terrestrial organisms, molecular systematic, evolution, and introductory biology. Screening shall begin on 1 Oct 2009. Applicants should submit: cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching experience, statement of research interest, teaching philosophy, three publications and three letters of recommendations to the Evolutionary Biologist/Search Committee, Department of Biology, California State University, 18111 Nordhoff Street, Northridge, CA 91330-8303. or email to: (EM: biology.dept AT csun.edu). For more information visit (URL: http://www.csun.edu/facultyaffairs/openings/sm/) PROJECT LEAD or PROGRAM MANAGER – KBO (URL: http://www.KlamathBird.org) seeks to fill a position on the Science Team, with primary responsibilities split equally between development and coordination of the aquatic bird monitoring program, data management, and landbird program support. This position is being advertised as either a Project Lead ($23,500 to $25,500) or Program Manager ($29,000 to $31,000), depending on experience. Job duties include development and implementation of field studies, data management, grant writing, community and scientific presentations, data analysis, and writing of reports and manuscripts. The applicant must have a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in the Natural Sciences and a minimum of one year of project management. Additional experience is needed to qualify at the Program Manager level. The applicant should have experience in field studies, preferably with avian monitoring techniques, data management, and willingness to work as a team member for a growing non-profit organization. Qualifications include supervisory experience, excellent written and oral communication skills, data analysis, report and manuscript writing, grant writing, and public speaking. This position requires good physical condition and the ability to work in the field hiking over rough terrain in implement weather conditions and willingness to camp in the field on a regular basis. For additional information about job responsibilities please send an inquiry to (EM: jlh AT klamathbird.org). To apply please send cover letter and resume to JAIME STEPHENS (EM:jlh AT klamathbird.org, PH: 541-282-0866). Review of applications will begin on 17 Aug, and continue until the position is filled. FIELD TECHNICIANS (several) - needed for 3–9 months each (negotiable - but 6 month commitment preferred) Sep 2009–Jun 2010 to assist in an ongoing study of the endangered Mariana Crow on the island of Rota, Northern Mariana Islands. Responsibilities will include conducting censuses in remote areas of the island, nest-searching and monitoring, resighting and identifying color-banded individuals, mist-netting, banding, and radio-tracking. Field work involves strenuous hiking over steep, uneven terrain (karst), long field days in tropical heat and humidity, exposure to wasps and other insects. Desired Qualifications: previous ornithological field experience, excellent observational skills, good with maps, ability to drive a manual 4WD vehicle, capability to perform physical tasks including hiking across difficult terrain, and a background in wildlife biology or a related field. Applicants should be self-motivated, enthusiastic, enjoy working and living with others in close quarters, and have a good sense of humor. Those applicants with experience in trapping, banding, applying backpack type transmitters to and radio-tracking birds, as well as those with intensive experience nest-searching and monitoring in densely forested habitats will be given priority. Benefits include round-trip airfare to Rota (reimbursed), housing, shared vehicles, and $1600.00–$2000.00/mo depending on qualifications and experience. To apply, e-mail a cover letter, résumé, and the contact information for at least 3 references to: DR. KEN LEVENSTEIN (EM: KML1007 AT u.washington.edu). WATERBIRD COUNTER (1): Whitefish Point Bird Observatory is seeking a waterbird counter for the fall 2009 season. The position lasts 15 Aug- 22 Nov 2009. Applicants should be adept at identifying waterbirds at a distance. The fall is a relatively large count, with generally around 82,000 waterbirds migrating through Whitefish Point, MI. Applicants should be prepared to deal with the strong winds, rain, and possibly snow. The waterbird count observation point also allows for viewing many of the songbirds and hawks that migrate through Whitefish Point. This is a prime migration site for many northern species of owls, hawks, winter finches, and eastern warblers. Fellow staff will also be conducting a songbird survey and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and fast wireless internet. Duties include daily data entry, web updates, and writing a seasonal report. Salary is $800-1,000 a month depending on experience. Contact NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com) SEA DUCK/SEABIRD RESEARCH LABORATORY TECHNICIAN needed—Alaska SeaLife Center, located in Seward, AK, is seeking a regular, full-time Sea Duck/Seabird Research Laboratory Technician. This position is responsible for assisting with sea duck and seabird research projects at the Alaska SeaLife Center. The position will function as the primary technician for seabird research projects conducted at the Alaska SeaLife Center, with focus on eiders and other sea ducks. Responsibilities include: *Assists with and conducts laboratory benchwork and protocols, including collection of biological samples, DNA extractions, electrophoresis, biochemistry, ELISA assays, serology, hematology and other projects as assigned; conducts fatty acid analysis lab procedures as assigned, such as lipid extractions (Folch method), transesterification, and think layer chromatography; may participate in tissue collection for cell culture and maintenance of cell lines; assists in collection of data from research animals; performs routine maintenance tasks necessary to maintain laboratory functions, including assisting with the procurement, inventory, and maintenance of equipment and supplies to be used in research projects; ensures that appropriate record keeping is maintained including data entry and database management; assists with data analysis as assigned; assists with preparation of materials for presentations, reports, publications, and proposals; may give public presentations relating to ongoing research; assists in care of research animals as assigned, following established routine for animal care, food preparation, and clean up, including proper maintenance and sterilization of equipment; conducts behavioral observations on research animals; may assist with studies in the field as assigned which may require extended stays in remote locations with few basic amenities; assists, as assigned, with other ongoing research projects, including captive eider projects, field projects, and independent research. Requirements include: Bachelor’s degree in biology, marine biology, zoology, chemistry, or related field with two years experience in a similar position; experience working in a laboratory setting highly desirable; research experience specific to eiders or sea ducks, as well as fatty acid, biochemical, and genetic lab analysis preferred; proficiency in computer programs; experience with aseptic laboratory techniques, record keeping, supply procurement, inventory and maintenance required; knowledge of basic research methods, data collection techniques, and biological laboratory techniques including the use and maintenance of applicable analytical equipment; knowledge and ability to operate cameras and other video recording equipment; ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels, be organized, self-motivated, and possess a strong desire to see the completion of projects. This is a regular, full-time position. The SeaLife Center offers a competitive wage (DOE) with great benefits, in a beautiful setting. Start date: 14 Sep 2009, Apply by: 20 Aug 2009. Please send resume and application (downloadable at URL: http://www.alaskasealife.org) to Human Resources, Alaska SeaLife Center, P.O. Box 1329, Seward, AK 99664, or fax or email (FX: 907-224-6320, EM: HR AT alaskasealife.org). TEACHER-NATURALIST, Full Time. New Jersey Audubon Society (NJAS) Weis Ecology Center,150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ. The teacher-naturalist has duties primarily in the education branch of the NJAS mission. In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed, this position requires taking an active role in promoting New Jersey Audubon Society as a membership-based conservation organization. Weis Ecology Center is a day use and residential facility. Supervisor: Weis Ecology Center Director. Duties and Responsibilities: **Teaching and coordinating environmental education day and overnight programs and live animal programs for students, scouts, families, and adults in addition to developing new educational programs, curricula, public programs and partnering on NJAS projects. **Supervising, scheduling, and training of educational staff and volunteers. **Compiling and distributing Weis’ quarterly calendar of events. **Coordinating care and feeding schedule of live animals, monitors health, completes reports & permit applications, and secures food donations for Weis’ raptors and reptiles. **Supporting the day-to-day operations of the center including daily procedures, public relations and greeting hikers, office tasks and answering phones, routine cleaning/maintenance, and additional duties as required by the Sanctuary Director. **Organizing the operation of a small nature store, including meeting volunteer staffing needs. Qualifications: **BA in environmental education, environmental science, biological science, or related field. ** Teaching experience at a residential environmental education center or nature center, along with a willingness to work flexible hours (including weekends and some nights). **Demonstrated natural history knowledge, as well as strong oral and written communication skills. **Excellent leadership, motivational, and organizational skills required. **Ability to use Microsoft Office Professional including PowerPoint, Excel and Access. **Retail experience a plus Starting Date: Immediate. Salary: Competitive and Commensurate with experience, onsite housing available. Application Deadline: Position will be posted until filled. Resumes with cover letters to: RENE’ BUCCINNA, Administrative Assistant, NJAS Department of Education via email (EM: rene.buccinna AT njaudubon.org). Contact phone (PH: 609-861-1608 x13). FALL 2009 VOLUNTEER POSITIONS in bird ringing and bird monitoring at Aras and Kuyucuk Research Stations in northeastern Turkey–The environmental NGO KuzeyDoga Society (URL: http://www.kuzeydoga.org) has been monitoring and ringing birds at Aras and Kuyucuk Research stations in northeastern Turkey's Kars and Igdir provinces. We have so far recorded 313 bird species in the Kars region, over two-thirds of the country's species, including most of eastern Turkey specialties. 158 bird species have been ringed, both numbers are still rising, and new species to Turkey are possible in this exciting region that borders Armenia and Georgia. The list of ringed and observed birds is here: (URL: http://kuzeydoga.org/index.php/birdlist). We are looking for experienced and licensed bird ringers and experts who can conduct systematic bird counts, including songbird, waterfowl, wader, and raptor monitoring. Experience with Turkey/Middle East/Eastern Europe birds is preferred. Interested applicants need to email their bird ringing and/or bird monitoring resume to (EM: onder AT kuzeydoga.org). The ornithology program is part of the Kars-Igdir Biodiversity Project led by ornithologist, ecologist and conservationist Dr. Cagan Sekercioglu (URL: http://www.sekercioglu.org), senior scientist at Stanford University Biology Department and the president of KuzeyDoga. As a result of our multi-year efforts to protect and monitor the region's bird diversity while benefiting local people from ecotourism, KuzeyDoga was honored to receive from HRH Princess Anne the 2008 Whitley Gold Award, the most presitigous grassroots conservation award of the United Kingdom (URL: http://www.birdwatch.co.uk/website/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1252&Itemid=32). Our conservation and ecotourism efforts have culminated this spring in the designation of Lake Kuyucuk as Turkey's 13. and eastern Turkey's first RAMSAR wetland, and Kuyucuk's election as Turkey's 2009 European Destination of Excellence by the European Commission. Aras Station (950 m a.s.l., 40ş 07' N, 043ş 35' E) is in a wetland by the Aras river and is surrounded by reeds and willows. Kuyucuk Lake (1627 m a.s.l., 40ş 45' N, 043ş 27' E) is a bird-rich steppe lake surrounded by wheat fields and alpine meadows. Photos can be seen on (URL: http://www.kuyucuk.org/ and http://picasaweb.google.com/kuzeydoga/ArasIstasyonArasStation#). EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR – The Kellogg Biological Station has a 6-month, full-time position open at our Bird Sanctuary! The Educational Program Coordinator plans and delivers the Bird Sanctuary’s education programs serving the public and schools. You can see the full posting here: (URL: http://www.kbs.msu.edu/jobs/EducationMgr09.pdf ). We also have a FALL RAPTOR/WATERFOWL CARE INTERNSHIP at the Bird Sanctuary for current undergraduate students or recent graduates: (URL: http://www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary/documents/Wildifeinternfall09.pdf ) Please feel free to email me with questions! GWEN PEARSON, PHD, Assistant Director for Education and Outreach, Kellogg Biological Station (EM: pearso78 AT msu.edu, URL: http://www.kbs.msu.edu) AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS OR INTERNS needed for a study of fall songbird stopover ecology on Block Island, Rhode Island, from approximately 24 Aug to 6 Nov (start date somewhat flexible). Technicians will conduct daily point counts, collect extensive vegetation data, assist in the capture and maintenance of birds (for field captivity experiments), and/or conduct intensive radio telemetry work on songbirds, as well as enter data. Only hard-working, motivated, and good-natured persons interested in birds need apply. Previous point count and/or telemetry experience, good eyesight and hearing, and familiarity with common eastern migrant songbirds (particularly songs and calls) are preferred, but not required. However, the most important qualifications are an enthusiasm for working early mornings, long hours, sharing dense shrub habitat with mosquitoes and ticks, and living closely with other researchers and assistants on what The Nature Conservancy dubs one of the "Last Great Places on Earth." Technicians will work upwards of 25 days/mo, and must be flexible to changes in daily/weekly schedules due to weather and telemetry work. Salary varies with experience up to $600/mo, field housing on Block Island is provided, and an appropriate number of ferry tickets will be reimbursed. Highly motivated individuals looking for an intense but diverse field experience may additionally pursue a position as an intern, with a minimal monthly stipend, housing and ferry tickets provided. To apply, send ASAP: a letter of interest that details your qualifications, your resume, and 3 references (phone/e-mail address) to: ADAM SMITH (EM: adamsmith AT mail.uri.edu). GENERAL BIOLOGIST I – Location: Laurel, MD. Duties: Bird Population Mapping & Verification. Salary: $18 to $21 per hour depending upon experience (plus benefits). IAP Worldwide Services seeks qualified candidates to support a U.S. government contractual requirement supporting the US Geological Survey (USGS) Bird Banding Laboratory (BBL) at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center (PWRC). The successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Biology from an accredited institution including specific experience with birds, waterfowl, and general ornithology. Bird banding knowledge and experience is a plus. The position requires adeptness in reading maps such as DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteers and Google(tm) Earth, plus the ability to verify and apply coordinate data regarding bird band recoveries which contribute to international studies of bird movements. General tasks include correcting the geographic "kick-outs" generated for BBL encounter data and using the BBL Oracle relational database system and mapping software to verify locations and resolve location discrepancies identified from band encounter reports, requiring attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of the corrected information. The successful applicant will use problem-solving skills combined with an understanding of geography and knowledge of bird distribution patterns to resolve identified errors. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with the general public through email, letters, and telephone to obtain needed information about encounter records. The successful candidate will also provide assistance with other data management tasks within the Encounter Section of the BBL and assist with improving the quality of incoming and existing encounter data by resolving potential errors identified through other data quality control processes of the BBL. Other requirements include responding to queries from scientists and the general public regarding specific encounter records. Problem-solving skills and attention to detail combined with general knowledge of ornithology will be required to accomplish these tasks. This position is currently contracted through 30 Nov 2009 but an extension is in progress to stretch the period of performance through May 28, 2010...possibly longer. Interested candidates may apply at: (URL: http://www.iapws.com/careers) under the "Scientific" Category.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- July 23, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 23 Jul 2009 22:18:41 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** MIGRATION RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) are needed, from 1 Aug to mid-Nov 2009 and from 1 Sep to 31 Oct 2009, to complete surveys of migrating birds along Lake Superior’s beautiful North Shore in Minnesota. This study parallels the migration research at Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, Duluth MN. Duties include conducting both morning transect surveys and daily migration counts. Transect surveys occur along designated hiking trails and require early morning starts and the ability to hike in the dark on rugged terrain. Diurnal migration survey duties include identification and hourly recording of all birds actively migrating (raptors and nonraptors) from various vantage points along the North Shore, including tree stands and fire towers. Qualified applicants must be able to identify all Midwestern migratory and non-migratory birds by sight and sound, have experience conducting fall migration surveys, and have excellent hearing. Other requirements include: the physical ability and desire to work long hours alone in the field, orienteering and GPS experience, ability to read a topographical map, a driver's license, and a good driving record. $2,000/mo.+ per diem (3.5 month position), $1,700/mo.+per diem (2 month position); housing, transportation, equipment, and training provided. Send letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references to ANNA PETERSON, Natural Resources Research Institute, 5013 Miller Trunk Hwy., Duluth, MN 55811 or e-mail (EM: pete1112 AT d.umn.edu). Open until filled. PH.D. STUDENT–Monk Parakeet Research. We are looking for a Ph.D. student to conduct research on monk parakeets in Texas. The monk parakeet population in the U.S. has been increased exponentially since accidental and intentional releases of the bird began in the1960’s. One of the main concerns surrounding the increase in monk parakeet populations is their construction of nests on electrical transformers and transmission lines. We are looking for a student to conduct a comprehensive study of monk parakeet nest-selection, sub-station selection, habitat use, and food habits. This information will expand our knowledge of this bird’s basic ecology and will be used to make recommendations for altering the environment in and around utility structures to prevent colonization by the parakeets. Additionally, the student will be expected to expand this study to accommodate their interests. Salary ($22,000), tuition ($6,000), insurance ($3,000) and funding for this project will be provided annually by the Luminant’s Environmental Research Program. This program requires that 1) students have > 1100 combined on their math and verbal GREs and 2) students submit a proposal for research, which must be accepted by Luminat’s scientific advisory board prior to the commencement of research and classes. At Texas A&M University the student will be working extensively with Drs. Nova Silvy and Robert McCleery. We plan to select a student by the end of the summer. We will work with the student to develop a proposal to submit to the scientific advisory board in the fall. The student can then register for classes and begin work in Jan 2010. We are looking for a self-motivated independent student with a previous record of academic achievement and field experience. Applicants should have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, greater than 1100 on the GRE, and considerable field experience. To apply, send a resume including GRE scores and GPA, a brief explanation how you are prepared for Ph.D. program and rigorous field research, and a list of 3 references to DR. ROBERT MCCLEERY (EM: bmccATtamu.edu) by 31 Jul2009. MASTERS POSITION IN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY: AVIAN FIRE ECOLOGY, Fully funded project available for Jan 2010: Effects of the Interaction Between Fire and Cattle Grazing on Prairie Birds: 1 POSITION. Unique opportunity to conduct your research within Grasslands National Park in southern Saskatchewan. You will contribute to exploring effects of cattle stocking rate and naturally occurring fires on biodiversity, including avian abundance and plant / habitat structure. For more information on the larger project, of which this is a part, see (URL: http://www.grazingbiodiversity.org). This position will be within the 2-year Masters of Natural Resources Management program at the internationally recognized Natural Resources Institute at the University of Manitoba. This is an interdisciplinary program designed to prepare students to either enter the workforce or continue academic research upon graduation. In addition to the ecology component, courses cover conservation biology, economic, social, policy, and legal issues relevant to natural resources and environmental management and conservation. More information on the MNRM program can be found at (URL: http://www.umanitoba.ca/institutes/natural_resources/nri_academic_mp.html). Applicants should demonstrate background and interest in avian or prairie ecology and conservation, plus strong research potential and academic background. Email cover letter that explains why you are interested in the position, CV, contact information for 3 references, and unofficial transcripts to DR. NICOLA KOPER (EM: koper AT cc.umanitoba.ca). Email, or call (PH: 204-474-8768) for more information. Applications will be considered starting 11 Aug, until the position is filled. VOLUNTEERS< Migratory Raptor Monitoring Program–Description: The bird monitoring and conservation program is part of a community-based conservation organization, working directly with the Kčköldi Wak Ka Koneke Indigenous Association. Talamanca is one of only three places in the world - together with Veracruz , Mexico , and Eilat, in Israel - where it is possible to observe 3 million raptors migrating in one fall migration season (Aug to Dec). For the Bribri indigenous people, raptor migration is part of their mythology; the migrating raptors are dancing gods, the carriers of the seeds of the forest trees. The Migratory Raptor Conservation and Monitoring Program require volunteer and coordinator hawk watch counters every spring from the 1 Feb to 15 May and every fall from 1 Aug to 10 Dec 2009. Duties include assisting and working with official counters in identifying and counting raptors, data entry, and flight interpretation to visitors. The site is located in the Talamanca region of Costa Rica between Puerto Viejo and Cahuita, Limón Province (southern Caribbean coast). The Hawk watch is located in the Kčköldi Indigenous Reserve, a 5000 ha reserve of Primary and Secondary forests and some cocoa plantations. The Kéköldi Hawk watch started in 2000, and it’s the second best place in the world to witness raptor migration (after Veracruz, Mexico ) and the only tropical active Hawk watch,. It is also the biggest known migration spot for Peregrine Falcons (3200 during the fall in 2004). Observations are made from a 10m tower built at Kéköldi Indigenous Reserve. Volunteers must be physically fit and willing to work long hours under hot and humid conditions; maintaining enthusiasm and their sense of humour. The ability to work in a team is also very important. Some Spanish knowledge is important but not obligatory. The project provides training in raptor ID and estimating large numbers of migrating birds. This is a great opportunity to increase your fieldwork experience, while working in a great environment, and learning more about conservation efforts with migratory birds in the Neo-tropics. VOLUNTEERS, Bird Banding and Monitoring Program–The Kčköldi Wak Bird Conservation and Monitoring Program at the Kčköldi Indigenous Reserve in Talamanca, Costa Rica is seeking for volunteers and coordinator (experience is required for this position) field assistants to work in the tropical humid forest in the South Caribbean side of Costa Rica. As a field volunteer assistant you will help with constant effort bird banding and monitoring (resident and migratory) in 7 different habitats, white-collared manakin “Leks” research, conservation and environmental education; and working with the local Bribri indigenous people. Kčköldi is a 5000 hectare reserve with protected humid primary forest and other different types of habitat like abandoned cacao plantations, second growth and organic fields, where we preserve over 330 bird species including 17 hummingbird species. The Kčköldi Wak bird conservation and monitoring program as a long-term program could be a great alternative and opportunity for those students who want to build their resume. For those who are biologists, bird watchers or bird banders it will make a difference in regards to bird conservation through science. Contribute with your time and volunteer fee of $700 per month which covers: meals, lodging at the scientific center and bird banding and monitoring training. Volunteers and coordinator are needed from late Jul to Dec 2009. For more info, please contact: DANIEL MARTÍNEZ A., Programa de Monitoreo y Conservación de Aves, Kčköldi Wak ka koneke, Territorio Indígena Kčköldi, Talamanca, Costa Rica. (EM: jacamerops AT yahoo.com, cell PH: 506-885- 826 89, Scientific Center PH: 506-220-032 65) FALL 2009 RAPTOR COUNTER SOUGHT for collecting raptor migration data at a site in Somerset County, PA. One person is needed from 15 Aug to 15 Sep (3 surveys per week - 8 hours each survey) and from 16 Sep to 15 Dec (5 surveys per week - 8 hours each survey). Must be able to commit to the full duration of the surveys. Experience with surveying raptors along the east coast and the ability to work independently with little supervision is a must. Pay is commensurate with experience with reimbursements for mileage (must have own transportation) and other field work related expenses. May involve working with local town officials and the Pennsylvania Fish and Game Commission. Employment will be through contract with Tetra Tech ECI. Please send resume with at least three references via email to: JIM KOWALSKY, Wildlife Ecologist, (EM: james.kowalsky AT tetratech.com). Reference “Fall 2009 Raptor Counter” in the subject heading of the email. WBBA OFFERS TWO $1,000 GRANTS each year, one for research and the other for monitoring, for individuals and/or organizations engaged in projects in the New World using marked birds. The research grant should help test a hypothesis, while the monitoring grant is intended to help individuals or institutions establish or continue monitoring programs that investigate changes in bird populations. Students (including undergraduates) and organizational interns are encouraged to apply. Grant awardees will be asked to submit results of their grant projects for publication in future issues of North American Bird Bander as well as present results at future WBBA annual meetings. Applicants for these grants should submit a project proposal and two letters of reference attesting to the qualifications of the applicant. Proposals must include a description of the research or monitoring program that includes objectives, methods, and a budget detailing how requested funds will be used. Applicants may increase their chances by having smaller project budgets or detailing the use of requested funds for larger projects. The proposal constitutes the application and should be limited to no more than three typed pages, including full contact information. No additional forms are required; no information packets are available from WBBA. Applicants for these annual grants should submit the information described above by 31 Aug to: GEOFFREY GEUPEL, WBBA Awards, PRBO Conservation Science, Palomarin Field Station, PO Box 1157, Bolinas CA 94924 USA. Announcement of successful applicants will be made at the WBBA annual meeting in late summer/early fall and funds will be available from the treasurer soon after. SWALLOW BIOLOGY FIELD RESEARCH INTERNS, Cornell University. Become part of a network of field biologists working across the Western Hemisphere: the Golondrinas de las Americas (Swallows of the Americas; http://golondrinas.cornell.edu/) network is seeking student interns to work at sites in Argentina and Venezuela for 2-5 month appointments within dates ranging from late Aug 2009 to mid-Feb 2010. Field Responsibilities: Interns will be trained on-site by a field supervisor (a former intern or graduate student) and work with the local field supervisor and 1-2 local students. The primary responsibilities of the interns involve monitoring the breeding success of swallows in 100 nest boxes in accordance with a standardized protocol, which includes daily field work, clear record-keeping, and prompt data entry. Additional duties include maintaining and upgrading nest boxes and searching for swallow nests in natural cavities. Research Responsibilities: There are options for university research credits for undergraduate interns. Interns may develop their own research proposal (a question of interest and proposed methods to answer it) and present this at a nearby university or field station and, upon return, at their home university. Interns will be encouraged to use their proposals to apply for research grants awarded within the Golondrinas network and/or to remain in the network in subsequent years as field supervisors. Qualifications: Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in environmental biology (or a related field) and a sincere interest in interacting with people of other cultures. Applicants should be conversant in Spanish. Previous coursework in biology required. Prior field experience desirable, but not essential. The ability to work, live, and communicate well with others under rigorous and remote conditions is essential. Compensation: travel, housing, and small stipend provided. To apply: Send application materials via email to CAREN COOPER (EM: cbc25 AT cornell.edu). A complete application includes a cover letter (please mention dates that you are available), CV or resume, and names and contact information for two professional references. BANDING ASSISTANTS (3-4): Needed to band passerines during fall migration at the Powdermill Avian Research Center in the mountains of western Pennsylvania. Powdermill is the field station to the Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh and has a rich history (48 years) of being a leader in bird banding. Technicians will be taught the latest in advanced methods in ageing (with the emphasis on using molt limits) and sexing (plumage) birds. Applicants should have experience with extracting and banding songbirds. Familiarity with the identification of eastern birds is strongly desirable. Banding will occur 6 days a week and will begin 1/2 hour before sunrise. Other responsibilities will include some data entry and minor maintenance of net lanes and nets. Housing will be provided in cabins on the reserve and pay will be approximately $1200/month. The positions will begin in mid or late Aug and extend until early to mid Nov. To learn more about the banding program at Powdermill visit our website (URL: http://www.westol.com/~banding/). Please send a cover letter and resume with contact information of 3 references to ANDREW VITZ (EM: acvitz AT yahoo.com). FISH & WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST, (GS-0401-07/09), Term Position – Migratory Birds and Ecological Services in the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service are working together for the conservation of migratory birds and are advertising for three term positions located in the Midwest Region's field offices. The positions are for Fish and Wildlife Biologists at the GS 7/9 levels and the positions are open from 13 Jul 2009 to 31 Jul 2009. For additional information, please see the following information and the link to the USA Jobs announcement: Locations: 1 vacancy - Bloomington, MN; 1 vacancy - Moline, IL; 1 vacancy - East Lansing, MI. Major Duties: The employee provides technical assistance on migratory bird conservation issues, especially with regard to Bald Eagle issues in assessing responses to disturbance, and recommending ways to minimize potentially adverse impacts of disturbance; participate in conducting various migratory bird surveys; assesses impacts of wind power activities, power line and pipeline construction and communication towers on migratory birds; assists in producing informational materials concerning the conservation of migratory birds; compiles biological information and writes text on a variety of migratory bird issues; responds to written and verbal requests form the public and other partners for information on migratory birds. Link to USA Jobs Announcement: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/getjob.aspx?JobID=81769185&sort=rv&vw=d&brd=3876&ss=0&FedEmp=N&FedPub=Y&q=Fish+and+Wildlife+Biologist+East+Lansing%2c+MI&AVSDM=2009-07-13+00%3a03%3a00&rc=3&TabNum=3). AQUATIC SURVEYS DATA ANALYST, Bird Studies Canada – Ontario Region is seeking a data analyst (1-2 positions available) for its Marsh Monitoring Program. The data analyst will: Help develop biotic community-based wetland health bioindicators for use in data summary analysis, Produce annual population indices for marsh birds and anurans using MMP data, Summarize and interpret MMP data for annual program reporting and special projects, Lead a gap analysis of MMP monitoring coverage throughout the Great Lakes basin, Assist with program review, development and reporting as required. This is a salaried six month contract position, beginning on 17 Aug 2009 that may be extended. To qualify for this position, the successful applicant must have ALL of the following attributes: is 30 years of age or younger (this position is partially supported by Environment Canada's Science Horizons Youth Employment Program, which is specifically targeted at providing scientific training and skills to candidates who are 30 years of age or younger), and has not been previously employed by other Canadian federal Youth Employment Strategy (YES) programs, a list of which programs is appended below; is a Canadian citizen; does not have a criminal record in either Canada or the United States of America; has successfully completed Masters of Science degree; has a valid drivers license. The applicant should also possess the following: an academic background in ecology or a related field; some knowledge of Ontario birds; good knowledge of statistical techniques including statistical programming (preferably SAS or R); experience working with large datasets; excellent written and verbal communications skills; familiarity with GIS software (e.g. ArcView, ArcInfo); a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a group; strong organizational and time management skills. The applicant should be available to begin full-time work by 17 Aug 2009. Value of Term Contract: $2,700- $3,000.00 CDN per month plus mandatory legal benefits. Competition closes Tuesday 28 Jul, 2009. Qualified candidates are asked to submit a resume in English that includes names, titles and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of at least three references to: RYAN ARCHER, Aquatic Survey Programs Coordinator, Bird Studies Canada, 115 Front St., P.O. Box 160, Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0 (EM: rarcher AT birdscanada.org). RADIO TELEMETRY ASSISTANTS – Brooklyn, New York. Field assistants are needed this fall for an ongoing study of migratory bird stopover ecology in urban/suburban habitats of the New York metropolitan area. This fall we will use radio telemetry to study the movement, home range sizes, and stopover durations of Ovenbirds in Prospect Park (Brooklyn, NYC). The primary responsibility of telemetry assistants will be to use receivers to home in on radio-tagged birds around the park on foot or by bicycle and record their location coordinates with a handheld GPS unit. Extracting Ovenbirds and other songbird species from mist nets will also be required occasionally. All radio-tagged birds present at the site will need to be located every 30-45 minutes between sunrise and noon and then again from 2pm-twilight (approx. 8pm). Crews will cover one shift per day (i.e., morning or afternoon/evening). Work will be done 7 days per week from approximately 14 Sep - 12 Oct. Dates are subject to change by a few days on each end, so applicants should be available for that entire period. At the end of the season, assistants will be responsible for entering their GPS data into an Excel spreadsheet. Qualifications: B.S. (completed or working towards) in a biological science, experience extracting birds from mist-nets, familiarity with eastern bird species, ability to work odd hours for 28 straight days, good attention to detail, and a good sense of direction. Previous experience radio-tracking wildlife and using a GPS unit is highly preferred. Compensation: $450/week. Housing cannot be provided. You must live within reasonable distance of Brooklyn and have reliable transportation in order to be at the field site on time each day. Parking permits can be provided to those who wish/need to drive to the park. To apply: IMPORTANT-- please provide a cover letter that (1) explains in detail your experience with mist-netting and radio-telemetry, (2) confirms you have somewhere to stay near Brooklyn during the study period, (3) confirms you have reliable transportation, (4) confirms you are available for the entire period between 14 Sep - 12 Oct, give or take a few days, (5) mentions your preference for working the morning or afternoon/evening shift if you have one. Applications that do not provide this information will be immediately discarded. Also send your resume/CV and the names and contact info of two references. Please email materials to CHAD SEEWAGEN, Department of Ornithology, Wildlife Conservation Society, (EM: cseewagen AT wcs.org). Please email attachments as Word (not Vista .docx format) or PDF documents. WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN needed from Sep 2009 to Dec 2009 (with possibility of extension) to assist with the delivery of Bird Conservation Region Plans (BCR) at Canadian Wildlife Service, Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA. Primary duties will include technical support for completion of BCR plans such as: compiling information for technical BCR Plan documents for the Prairie and Northern Region (PNR); conducting literature reviews using academic search databases, government libraries, non-government libraries; dataset development and management; and basic analyses on plan elements including habitat associations of priority species and threats assessment. Essential qualifications: Canadian citizen; completion or near completion of a B.Sc. in wildlife biology, zoology, ecology, or a related natural resources diploma; knowledge of avian ecology (specifically life history, habitat requirements, and ecology) and conservation biology, with preference for candidates familiar with boreal and prairie ecosystems; knowledge of experimental and survey design for study of avian ecology; excellent knowledge and experience with MSOffice (Word, Excel, Access); experience with formatting and producing large documents; dataset manipulation and management (all Excel related functions and tools including importing data, combining data, using pivot tables, and creating tables); excellent organizational skills; valid driver's license. Asset qualifications: knowledge of life history, habitat requirements, and ecology of arctic birds; able to work independently and as part of a small team; initiative, enthusiasm and creativity. Compensation: Approximately $3700/month. To Apply: send a cover letter and resume, along with and the names and contact information (phone number, e-mail, and work address) for at least 3 professional references that can verify your experience to: DR. SAMANTHA SONG via e-mail (EM: Samantha.Song AT ec.gc.ca) or via regular mail: Environment Canada, #200, 4999 98 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6B 2X3. Application deadline is 14 Aug 2009. FALL HAWKWATCH INTERNSHIP. Chestnut Ridge Hawkwatch of Bedford Corners, NY is still seeking an intern for its 2009 autumn count. No experience required! Primary duties will include assisting counter in taking census of large flight of migrating raptors (nearly 17,000 birds in 2008!) and interacting with visitors to the observation site. Applicants should be motivated and enjoy field work, have good communication skills, and be in good physical condition to work outside for extended periods. Applicants will be provided modest stipend and room in restored farmhouse on sanctuary property, but should have own vehicle. Metro-North train service to New York City located 1.5 miles away. Internship Period will be from 1 Sep to 20 Nov 2009. Applicants will be considered upon submission. Send your cover letter and resume with at least 1 reference to TAIT JOHANSSON (EM: tjohansson AT bedfordaudubon.org); or by post: Bedford Audubon Society, ATTN: Tait Johansson, 35 Todd Rd., Katonah, NY 10536. GALAPAGOS ISLANDS--NAZCA BOOBIES. Two field assistants needed mid-Nov 2009 to mid-Jan 2010 for work on breeding biology of Nazca boobies on Espanola Island, Galapagos, Ecuador. The assistants will join a group totaling five continuing a long-term study of this species. Majority of the work will be identifying banded parents at nests and marking nests, 8-10 hrs per day of physically taxing and fascinating work in an incredible place. The group will live in tents and a primitive field camp on this uninhabited island, a day's boat ride from the nearest civilization. Requirements: physical fitness, tolerance of heat and sun, cheerful can-do attitude. Previous field experience a strong plus, Spanish desirable. All expenses paid, including travel from your home base. No salary. These positions will be filled as soon as possible. Please send a CV, contact information for three references, and cover letter to DR. DAVE ANDERSON at Wake Forest University (EM: da AT wfu.edu). INTERDISCIPLINARY PH.D. RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP, University of Alaska, Fairbanks. The successful applicant will develop a dissertation with two main components: documenting and predicting ecosystem shifts in response to climate change, and developing a long-term monitoring station (Fairbanks Community Climate Observatory) at Creamer's Refuge. The first component will integrate long-term data on bird populations from Alaska Bird Observatory and other sources with documented changes in habitat using remote sensing and GIS to both document changes in the boreal forest ecosystem and predict future ecosystem shifts, focusing on bird distribution and abundance. Second, the student will design a long-term monitoring program to document and predict effects of climate change on the boreal forest ecosystem, including hydrology, permafrost geophysics, entomology, and other habitat assessments. Qualifications: M.S. in Ecology, Wildlife, or related field. Experience in the fields of remote sensing and GIS, or willingness to learn and work with these technologies is required. Must demonstrate ability to work independently with across-field collaborations. One year of research assistantship and logistical support provided (plus in-state tuition and fees). Position starts Fall Semester 2009. Submit cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores, and names and telephone numbers of 3 references to DR. ABBY POWELL (EM: ffanp AT uaf.edu) or DR. ANUPMA PRAKASH, (EM: prakash AT gi.alaska.edu). GRADUATE STUDENT POSITION– We are looking for a graduate student (MS or PhD) to work on a long-term study of the white-throated sparrow in the Adirondack Mountains of NY. Research will use an integrative approach to examine aspects of parental care in this species. Field experience is a must. Application must include cover letter, curriculum vitae, GRE scores and transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation. Address all inquiries to: DR. RUSTY A. GONSER, Dept. of Biology, Indiana State University, (EM: rgonser AT indstate.edu), or DR. ELAINA M. TUTTLE, Dept. of Biology, Indiana State University, etuttle2 AT indstate.edu. Please also see (URL: http://www.whitethroatedsparrow.org) for further information. POST-DOCTORAL POSITION: Molecular Evolutionary Ecology--A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the Karubian lab in the Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology at Tulane University. Research in the lab incorporates evolution, ecology and animal behavior, and applicants with relevant laboratory experience are broadly encouraged to apply. The primary line of research tests how seed dispersal by rainforest birds affects gene flow in plants, with the goal of linking variation in disperser behavior to genetic consequences for the plant. The study system is a mutualism between the endangered Long-wattled Umbrellabird (Cephalopterus penduliger) and the canopy palm Oenocarpus bataua in northwest Ecuador. The successful candidate will expand this work to assess gene flow via seed and pollen movement in fragmented and continuous habitat. Independent research that complements this central objective is encouraged, and additional research opportunities related to avian behavior and phylogeography also exist within the lab. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in laboratory methods including sample preparation, microsatellite screening, and sequence analysis in plants and/or birds. GIS and remote sensing skills are also a plus. A start date of Jan 2010 is preferred. Initial appointment will be for one year, with continuation for an additional year dependent upon performance. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Send via email attachment a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, and names and addresses of three references to DR. JORDAN KARUBIAN (EM: jk AT tulane.edu). Tulane University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/ADA Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. HAWK COUNTER– 20 Aug - 20 Nov 2009. Audubon Greenwich, a local chapter of National Audubon Society, is seeking an experienced hawk counter for it’s Quaker Ridge Hawkwatch located on the grounds of the Greenwich Audubon Center in Greenwich, CT. Quaker Ridge is one of the premier hawkwatch sites in the northeast with an average of over 14,000 hawks recorded. Responsibilities: Identify and count migrating raptors as they travel along the Atlantic flyway at the Quaker Ridge site. On site, you will be recording hourly weather conditions, species and numbers of migrating raptors. At the end of the day this information must be posted onto the HMANA website. In addition, you must also be able to assist visitors and volunteers with bird identification and general birding questions during the hawk migration period. At the end of the season you will be expected to submit a season end report and present a public program of the season’s hawk numbers. You will also be required to work our annual hawkwatch festival on the weekend of 19-20 Sep 2009. Qualifications: Self-motivated individual who can work well independently, enthusiastic field worker, good physical condition to work primarily outside, willingness to work some early mornings, late evenings and possibly some weekend days, good communication and organizational skills, interest and experience in bird monitoring and research work outdoors. Previous northeastern raptor identification experience is strongly preferred especially the ability to count and identify large numbers of raptors at a distance, as is a familiarity with computer data spreadsheet analysis. Salary is $10.00/hour, Monday – Friday. Housing provided: Private furnished room, bath, furnished living room, and fully-equipped kitchen in house on sanctuary property. Period of Internship: 3-month period, 40 hours/week, 9AM - 5PM, 20 Aug - 20 Nov 2009 with some additional days off depending upon available volunteer assistance. Applicants will be considered upon submission. Emails Preferred. Send cover letter, resume, and 1 reference with the subject as HawkWatch to: BRIAN O’TOOLE, Audubon Greenwich, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich, CT 06831 (EM: botoole AT audubon.org). RESEARCH ASSISTANT wanted for Red-cockaded Woodpecker (RCW) project: This position is with the Archbold Biological Station's Avian Ecology program, directed by Dr. Reed Bowman, and is based at Archbold's office at Avon Park Air Force Range (APAFR) in Avon Park, FL. Archbold is a non-profit research station that is contracted to monitor several endangered species at APAFR. Duties will include carrying out management activities on RCW cavities, such as installing artificial insert cavities (requires operating a chainsaw), cleaning and maintaining inserts (requires tree climbing using sectional ladders), planning locations for artificial inserts, conducting an annual cavity tree census, and contributing to quarterly and annual reports. Furthermore, the successful candidate will be part of a team conducting research on factors limiting the growth of the APAFR RCW population and will help in designing and conducting research into how cavity management and limitation influences RCW populations. The position also will provide opportunities to assist with other aspects of RCW monitoring, as well as with projects on the demography of Florida Scrub-Jays, Florida Grasshopper Sparrows, and gopher tortoises. Master's degree preferred, experience with forestry or landscape ecology techniques a plus. To apply, please e-mail a CV, cover letter, and three references to DR. GREGORY SCHROTT (EM: gschrott AT archbold-station.org). Application deadline is 1 Sep 2009. RESEARCH ASSISTANT wanted for Florida Grasshopper Sparrow (FGSP) project: This position is with the Archbold Biological Station's Avian Ecology program, directed by Dr. Reed Bowman and is based at Archbold's office at Avon Park Air Force Range (APAFR) in Avon Park, FL. Archbold is a non-profit research station that is contracted to monitor several endangered species at APAFR. Duties will include conducting point count and other surveys for FGSPs in dry prairie habitat that will require distinguishing this endangered subspecies from several other sparrows. The position also requires some banding of adult and nestling FGSPs, as well as contributing to quarterly and annual reports. Furthermore, the successful candidate will be encouraged to contribute to research efforts studying the demography and habitat needs of the FGSP, and also will have opportunities for independent research on birds in the dry prairie community. The position also provides opportunities to assist with projects on the demography of Florida Scrub-Jays, Red-cockaded Woodpeckers, and gopher tortoises. Master's degree preferred. To apply, please e-mail a CV, cover letter, and three references to DR. GREGORY SCHROTT (EM: gschrott AT archbold-station.org) . Application deadline is 15 Sep 2009, start date is somewhat flexible. FIELD TECHNICIAN needed to assist with investigation of behavior, movement, and demographics of Black-backed Woodpeckers in Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to assist with a radio telemetry study starting in Aug and ending in Apr 2010, with the possibility to continue through Aug 2010. Work includes radio tracking, color-banding, and behavior observations. Proficiency working with birds, knowledge of radio-telemetry techniques, and demonstrated ability to operate alone and under difficult field conditions is essential. Housing and an hourly wage of $10/hr is provided. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2 references (name, phone, and email) to CHRIS ROTA (EM: rotact AT missouri.edu). The position will be open until filled. SEASONAL FIELD TECHNICIAN NEEDED to assist with field work at Avon Park Air Force Range in south-central Florida. Primary activities associated with this position focus on population monitoring and management of endangered red-cockaded woodpeckers (RCW) and Florida scrub-jays (FSJ). RCW duties include: population monitoring, data collection using GPS, marked cavity tree maintenance (involves tree climbing using sectional ladders), and data entry and verification. FSJ duties include: population monitoring, assisting with trapping and banding adult jays. The position requires a willingness to work independently in longleaf pine and oak scrub habitat, often in remote areas on a 100,000-acre military reservation. Applicants must be able to read color bands and feel comfortable with heights, heat, and driving through water. Ability to drive 4WD vehicles, handle and band birds, tolerate biting insects and work under hot, humid or wet field conditions will be essential. Position available Sep 2009 through Feb 2010 (dates are somewhat flexible). Salary is $1360 per month plus free housing (no pets). Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume with names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references via email to (EM: lgilson AT archbold-station.org) or by mail to Archbold Biological Station Office, Avon Park Air Force Range, 475 Easy Street, Avon Park, FL 33825. Applications accepted through 15 Aug 2009.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- July 13, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:51:08 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** FALL 2009 BIRD-BANDING WORKSHOP in the Peruvian Amazon: Still some spaces available (26 Sep - 8 Oct 2009): Ten days of bird surveying and bird-banding as we continue to document the avifauna of a private reserve on the Tambopata River, Madre de Dios Peru. The workshop will include training in bird survey and capture techniques (ground and canopy mist nets and bal-chatri traps). It will also offer a rare opportunity to examine plumage variation by species, age and sex up- close on rainforest birds in the hand. Birds will be individually marked for long-term monitoring and research. We plan to work in different habitat types around the reserve and will leave plenty of time for birding and independent explorations of the surroundings. A field trip to the nearby Lago Sandoval is also included. The workshop will take place at the Centro de Education, Ciencia y Conservacion Tambopata (CECCOT), a young conservation, education and research center dedicated to promote the knowledge and conservation of the region’s natural history with a minimal human footprint. The center is rustic with thatch-covered cabins, a large and comfortable common area, shared cabins, composting toilets and cold water camping showers, limited solar-powered electricity available. Requirements: serious interest in birds, research and conservation (although previous experience not required) and willingness to stay in very rustic/shared conditions in the rainforest. Good mobility, yellow fever shot, immunizations and your own travel insurance. Cost: US$2200 includes: Roundtrip air-fare to Lima (either from Los Angeles or Miami), in-country transportation and airport taxes, lodging and meals, field trip costs, materials and instructional fees. Group size 9-14. For detailed information and to determine availability contact us before 21Jul 2009: DANIEL FROEHLICH (EM: dan AT ceccot.org, PH: 206-595-2305) or URSULA VALDEZ (EM: uvaldez AT ceccot.org, PH: 206-219-9924). Check (URL: http://www.CECCOT.org) for more details. BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY FULL TIME FACULTY JOB at the University of Auckland, New Zealand--The School of Biological Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track position as Lecturer (asst. prof. equivalent in the NZ system) in Behavioural Ecology. Applicants should have a strong record of research and teaching, with interests both in theoretical and applied aspects of behavioural ecology. You will be expected to collaborate with other researchers within and outside the university as well as establishing your own research portfolio that attracts funding and graduate students. Any area of behavioural ecology will be considered and ideally it will relate to contemporary issues relevant to New Zealand. You will also be expected to teach in The School's academic program at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The School of Biological Sciences currently employs 180 staff and supervises 120 PhD students. The School has modern laboratories and facilities (see SBS web site URL: http://www.sbs.auckland.ac.nz/), and the appointee will have ready access to a wide range of New Zealand's unique biota and habitats. Applications for this position will close on the 31 Jul 2009. VOLUNTEER POSITIONS are available for Aug to Dec 2009 in the Department of Loreto, Peru. Duties will primarily include mist-netting and color banding of birds, quantifying home ranges of mixed species flocks and quantifying vegetative characteristics of forest structure. Work will be primarily conducted out of the Madre Selva Biological Station on the Rio Orosa. Volunteers will be responsible for transportation to and from, and room and board while in, Iquitos. Transport to and from the field site as well as room and board while at the field site will be provided. This will be a great opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in ecology. Opportunities for students to elaborate their thesis are available, and such students are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualifications: Successful applicants will have i) previous field experience ii) experience working with mistnets and resident forest birds. Applicants should be in good physical shape, able to work well in a group setting, and be willing to work long hours under difficult conditions (heat, rain, high humidity and lots of biting and stinging insects) in the field. Please send a resume and the name of one reference to JUDIT UNGVARI-MARTIN (EM: jungvari AT ufl.edu) and ARI MARTINEZ (EM: ari AT ufl.edu). M.S. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP - A M.S. graduate student is sought to study demography and movement in Missouri's greater Prairie Chicken population. Working in collaboration with Missouri Department of Conservation biologists and University of Missouri scientists, the student will undertake a radio tracking project to study movements and demography of resident and translocated birds. Using existing information and population data collected through this study, the student will develop demographic and movement models that will serve as foundations for future management. Candidates must be enthusiastic and have a B.S. in wildlife science, biology, or a closely related discipline, a GPA > 3.0, and combined verbal and quantitative GRE scores > 1100. Ability to work with a diversity of natural resource professionals, and an interest in wildlife/habitat relationships, conservation of declining populations, and quantitative techniques are essential. Position is available immediately, and applications will be accepted until 15 Jul 2009. Stipend includes annual salary, a tuition waiver, and research funds. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter that includes a description of work experience and career goals, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial at this time are acceptable), and the names and contact information (phone and e-mail address) of 3 references to DR. DYLAN KESLER, University of Missouri-Columbia (EM: grpc2009 AT picra.net). ORNITHOLOGIST OR SR. ORNITHOLOGIST–This is a generalist position aimed to support Bird Food business. The successful candidate would be responsible for the strategic development and design of a technical program to deliver product innovations. The successful candidate will have strong technical knowledge. The candidate's job responsibilities will include: Execute and follow the scientific process to assess product performance against consumer and business needs, translate technical outcomes into action plans that lead to successful product development, Execute development of product ideation to market realization (formulation, process, claim support, stability, product performance). Scientific background is required - a background in environmental sciences, natural resources, or wildlife management. Knowledge of ornithology is needed. Any experience in chemistry or pet care/food business is a plus. All interested candidates should apply directly to the through the company's website (URL: http://www.scotts.com/careers). Please type in requisition number 012506 in the keyword sections of the page to be directed to the position posting. BIOLOGIST GS12/13 in the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service--Location Info: 2 vacancies - Arlington 'Ballston Area', VA. Deadline: Monday, 20 Jul 2009. MAJOR DUTIES: The incumbent serves as a staff specialist in the Division of Scientific Authority. The incumbent will initiate and conduct complex technical assessments, status surveys, and studies on plants and animals in trade; provide advice and technical assistance on conservation, management, and protection projects over seen by the Division as well as prepares policy recommendations; and advise Service-related offices on information relevant to the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). They will prepare scientifically defensible reports, briefing materials, news releases and not technical articles. They will coordinate with other Federal, State agencies and other non governmental organizations to assess various aspects of the impact of international trade on conservation of an assortment of animals and plant species. The incumbent will also recommend proposed listings decisions and ensure the publics involvement in decisions by preparing and publishing notices in the Federal Register. For further details and to apply: see (URL: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=81648569&JobTitle=Biologist&q=r9-09-267695-bf&sort=rv%2c-dtex&vw=b&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&jbf565=&caller=default.aspx&AVSDM=2009-06-22+10%3a59%3a0). RAPTOR MIGRATION BANDER, ASSISTANT BANDER, MULTI-TASK (3 positions) needed for fall project in SW Wyoming. Project will run from 26 Aug through 31 Oct. Applicants must have experience with bird capture, handling, and banding techniques, preferably involving raptors. Experience with trapping raptors at a migration banding stations a plus. Applicants must have a high-clearance 4wd vehicle, be in good physical condition, be able to endure long hours in the field and variable weather, and must be able to work well in a team environment. Weather permitting; all banders will work six days per week in teams of 2 to 5, supplemented when possible by other crewmembers and qualified volunteers. Project site is in a high-elevation remote area, experiences highly variable weather, and requires camping on site. All crewmembers must supply their own camping gear and rotate in to assist with migration count efforts. All positions will work as volunteers receiving a non-taxable daily per diem of $35-40/day ($1050-1200/month; possibly higher for those with relevant telemetry experience), a $150 site-access travel stipend, and reimbursement for other work-related travel. Send cover letter, detailed resume, 3 current references with phone numbers or e-mail addresses, and dates of availability preferably by email to MIKE NEAL (EM: mneal AT hawkwatch.org) Visit (URL: http://www.hawkwatch.org) for project descriptions and past technical reports. Positions are open until filled. AVIAN SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN (Akimiski Island and Peterborough)–6 months (1 Aug 2009-31 Jan 2010). ca. $11.00/hr ($1700 per mo.). A field assistant is needed to assist in a shorebird migration study on Akimiski Island, Nunavut and in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Primary duties include assisting with capturing and banding migrant shorebirds, setting insect traps, radio tracking shorebirds, and processing insect samples. Work will be in a remote field camp for 4-5 weeks, and then at Trent University until the end of the contract. The successful applicant should have the stamina to work under harsh field conditions, have or be willing to obtain a Firearms Safety Certificate and be comfortable carrying a firearm. First aid training is also an asset. The successful applicant will also have good knowledge of birds and possess at least basic invertebrate identification skills. Previous field experience is required. Banding experience is an asset. Transportation to remote field camp will be provided. Assistants will work under the direction of a graduate student. Please send resume and cover letter to ERICA NOL (EM: enol AT trentu.ca). Positions will be filled immediately by a suitable candidate, and will remain open until all positions are filled. Phone inquiries can be directed to ERICA NOL (PH: 705-748-1011 x 7640) or LISA POLLOCK (EM: 705-748-1011 x 7661). EXPERIENCED PASSERINE BANDERS (2) needed for fall migration-monitoring project at St. Andrews, New Brunswick, Canada. Located on the shores of Passamaquoddy Bay and the St. Croix estuary, the St. Andrews Bird Banding Station is a small mist netting operation, with “big” days of over a 100 birds. You can expect a good variety of warblers, sparrows, flycatchers, vireos and thrushes; even the odd northern rarity! Banders must have experience extracting small birds from mist-nets, as well as handling and identifying passerines. Positions involve daily banding, data entry and minor net maintenance. One five-week position to start near the end of Aug, the second four-week position to start around Sep 3rd. Successful applicants will be given accommodation at the Huntsman Marine Science Centre (URL: http://www.huntsmanmarine.ca) and be eligible for a $280/week stipend. Having your own vehicle is very useful. Please submit a letter of interest, plus two references to TRACEY DEAN (EM: tdean AT huntsmanmarine.ca), outlining your previous banding experience including number of birds banded and extracted, and ability to identify birds in the hand. BANDING INTERN POSITION available at the Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory’s Kiptopeke Passerine Banding Station on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, 15 Aug 22 - Nov 2009. This is an unpaid training position, although it includes housing, utilities, and a $200 per month gas/food allowance. Position is seven days a week, starting 30 minutes before sunrise and ending in the early afternoon. The intern will be assigned to the Lead Passerine Bander who will supervise and train the intern in bird extraction from mist nets, identification, ageing and sexing of passerines, banding techniques and general aspects of banding station operation, including data entry and interpretive presentations to the public. The station handles 6000-8000 birds of 95-105 species each fall. Periodic days off (in addition to rain days when the station is closed) will be provided at the discretion of the Lead Passerine Bander. This position provides an outstanding opportunity for those seeking to add substantive ornithological field experience to their resume. Applicant should have a B.S in Biology, Wildlife Ecology, or related field and should provide contact information for two academic references or field work supervisors that can vouch for the applicant’s reliability and overall suitability for the position. Please email application letter and resume to Kiptopeke Station Master DR. ROBERT J. REILLY (EM: rjreilly AT vcu.edu). Position open until filled. FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed early Aug to end of Nov 2009 (dates flexible) for a PhD project on the social system and genetics of the cooperatively breeding Chestnut-crowned babbler in Australia. Work for the project will consist of tracking of family groups using GPS, behavioral observations, playback experiments, and mist-netting. Field work will take place in the main study area, located in northwest New South Wales, as well as further three field sites scattered between NW NSW, Northeast South Australia and southwest Queensland. Field work will require rising before dawn, and applicants need to be fit. Ideally, applicants should have previous bird and field experience, good observational skills, and enthusiasm for bird watching. Previous experience with bird ringing is also highly desirable. Study sites are remote and fitted with only basic facilities. Poisonous snakes and spiders are present in all the study areas. Successful applicants must be reliable, able to work independently, be tolerant of heat and able to hike for up to 7-8 hrs per day (6 days/week). The position is a volunteer position, however food and housing expenses will be covered when at the research sites. Airfare will also be covered, provided a minimum commitment of 3 months. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, dates of availability, and the contact information of 2-3 references to ENRICO SORATO (EM: enrico.sorato AT students.mq.edu.au) with “2009 Field Assistant Position” in the subject line. Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and will be reviewed until position is filled. BIRD BANDERS needed to study neotropical migrant and shorebird use of offshore islands in Maine. Maine Coastal Islands National Wildlife Refuge is seeking to hire six field technicians to mist net and band neotropical migrants and shorebirds on three offshore islands. The Refuge would like to document the timing, abundance, and species of fall migrants utilizing Refuge islands. Applicants should have experience mist netting and banding neotropical migrants and identifying shorebirds. Raptor surveys will also be periodically conducted while on the islands. Applicants must be willing to live on a remote island, often under harsh weather conditions. Transportation to, and housing on, the island are provided. Dates: 17 Aug - 9 Oct 2009. Contract fee: $3,100 for supervisor and $2,400 for technician (for the 8 week period). To Apply: Send a resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references by 15 Jul to: Maine Coastal Islands NWR, PO Box 279 Milbridge ME 04658 or email to (EM: Linda_Welch AT fws.gov). For more information contact LINDA WELCH (PH: 207-546-2124 x11). VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS needed for an on-going study of social organization and population biology of splendid fairy-wrens in Australia. Two assistants are needed for the period 15 Oct to 1 Dec. Field work will involve mist netting, behavioral sampling, population surveys, etc. The field site is in a remote location in South Australia and the living conditions at the research camp are fairly basic but comfortable. There are opportunities to travel within Australia before or after the fieldwork. All expenses in Australia will be covered, but there is no salary and assistants are responsible for their travel to and from Adelaide. To apply, please send via email a resume and the names and email addresses of three references to STEPHEN PRUETT-JONES (EM: pruett-jones AT uchicago.edu). BIOLOGIST-EDUCATOR FOR BIRD PROGRAMS, Audubon's Starr Ranch Sanctuary, Trabuco Canyon, CA – Description: Audubon California's 4000-acre Starr Ranch Sanctuary in southeast Orange County, California solicits applicants for positions (2) as seasonal biologist-educator for bird programs. One position extends November 2009 - March 2010 and the other from April through July 2010. Both positions will integrate long term songbird monitoring into education programs that involve kids and adults in applied avian research. November 2009 - March 2010: responsibilities include supervision of volunteers who assist with songbird banding during winter migrant monitoring (Monitoring Overwintering Survival or "MoSI"). Also will do data entry, data summary, and California Partners-in-Flight (Cal-PIF) point counts. Will instruct fall and winter Ecology Programs, 1-2 hour field research simulations that offer groups of all ages an opportunity to experience nature hands-on as wildlife biologists. April - July 2010: will supervise volunteers who assist with long term songbird banding during breeding season (Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship or "MAPS"). Will also conduct spring and summer area searches for songbirds in coastal sage scrub restoration sites, Cal-PIF point counts, and enter and summarize data. Will instruct spring Ecology Programs and also Starr Ranch Junior Biologists, spring and summer programs for kids ages 8 - 16, who join the Starr Ranch scientific team to experience how biologists study native animals and habitats. Opportunity to do applied bird research that is integrated into Starr Ranch land management, conservation, and education programs. We seek applicants who wish to contribute to wildland conservation through research-based education and who are enthusiastic, dedicated, organized, self-starting and thorough. Opportunity to live in a cabin on our 4000-acre Sanctuary. Salary: $750/week plus housing in a one bedroom cabin. Qualifications: Graduate degree preferred in biology or ecology with strong ornithological background and experience. Background in bird banding and other bird monitoring techniques essential. Strong knowledge and interest in birds and bird watching and general natural history of animals and their habitats. Some experience in education desirable but must have enthusiasm for working with kids, adults, and families. To Apply: Send cover letter stating career goals, résumé, and three letters of recommendation (recommendation letters can arrive separately) to: DR. SANDY DESIMONE, Director - Research and Education; 100 Bell Canyon Road, Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679; (PH: 949-858-0309; FX: 949-858-1013). For more information: (EM: sdesimone AT audubon.org; URL: http://www.starr-ranch.org).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- 18 June 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:45:07 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** PH.D. RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP –UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE- Regional Assessment of Grassland Bird Populations and Conservation Effectiveness. We are seeking a highly motivated Ph.D. student to conduct research on grasslands birds in the Central Hardwoods Bird Conservation Region beginning 15 Aug 2009 or 1 Jan 2010. The study will focus on a regional assessment of the effects of conservation practices on priority grassland bird populations. Data generated from this assessment will also serve as the benchmark for measuring progress in the future towards reaching grassland bird conservation goals. Qualifications include experience working with bird monitoring, habitat evaluation, ability to analyze complex data sets, ability to lead a research team, and ability to work well with other agencies and professionals. BS and MS degrees in wildlife science, conservation biology, ecology or related field required. Successful applicants will also have a strong academic record (GPA >3.3, GRE >1100 verbal + quantitative minimums). Deadline for applications is 15 Jul 2009. Send letter of interest, resume, GRE scores, transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, 274 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4563, (EM: dbuehler AT utk.edu, PH: 865-974-7126). Graduate assistantships at The University of Tennessee provide ~$17,000 per year in stipend plus health insurance and a full out-of-state tuition waiver ($12,000). OWL BANDERS NEEDED--Whitefish Point Bird Observatory, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is seeking 2 owl banders for the 2009 fall migration period. Head Owl Bander (15 Sep - 7 Nov, $1000/month) must have previous experience with mist-netting and banding owls. Assistant Owl Bander (15 Sep - 31 Oct, $800/month) must have previous mist-netting experience. Whitefish Point is a prime migration spot in both spring and fall, with more diversity in owl species banded than any other site in North America. Owl species banded in past falls include saw-whet, boreal, long-eared, barred, great gray, great horned, and hawk-owl. Fellow staff will be conducting a waterbird count and daily songbird census. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include nightly banding (dusk-dawn), daily data entry, blog updates, and writing a seasonal report. Please send cover letter, resume and references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (URL: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). Position is open until filled. NATURALIST / FIELD INSTRUCTOR, YMCA Camp Cosby – Camp Cosby is looking for a Naturalist that specializes in Ornithology. The Naturalist should have extensive knowledge of Avian Ecology, be able to identify birds of the Southeast US, and to have the ability to teach Ornithology with a contagious enthusiasm. The Naturalist should have experience with manning as well as care and maintenance of education birds (manning experience can be trained if there are strengths in bird id, a background in ornithology, and the ability to inspire students in a program setting). The Naturalist should have an eye for detail and be able to provide accurate record keeping. Naturalist job also includes teaching a variety of environmental education programs, facilitating meals, working on projects to improve the environmental education program as well as the camp itself, being a positive role model, handling captive animals, and participating in weekly scheduling and in-service meetings. Educational topics include Avian Ecology, Aquatic and Forest Ecology, Wildlife Ecology, Adaptations, Sensory Awareness, Night Hikes, Organic Gardening, Town Meetings, Maps, Orienteering, Team Building, Living History / Underground Railroad Simulation, and others. Job Location: Alpine, AL. Qualifications: College graduates with experience working with children in dynamic outdoor settings. Instructors have: a commitment to children and a healthy environment, well-developed communication skills, willingness and physical ability to facilitate experiential learning activities on the trail and adventure activities (including teambuilding challenges, Alpine Tower (top-rope climbing), canoeing and low-ropes initiatives), and the ability to demonstrate leadership skills as a member of an outstanding team. Experience with residential camps, organic gardening, canoeing, climbing, and hands-on/minds-on outdoor education is a plus. Salary and Benefits: Approximately $225 per week; room and board (meals when groups are on site); training opportunities (Outdoor Environmental Education, CPR, First Aid, Low Ropes, Alpine Tower, lifeguarding); access to a wide variety of recreational equipment and facilities. (This compensation package represents an approximate hourly wage of $10.45/hours when values for room and board are included.) Opportunities to earn extra income are occasionally available by working on weekends. Some evening hours are required. How to apply: Mail or email resume, Camp Cosby Application, references and cover letter to: ASHLEY GAULT, 2290 Paul Bear Bryant Road, Alpine, AL 35014 (PH: 256-268-2007, EM: argault AT ymcabham.org). RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS (4-6) needed for two weeks, 7-18 Sep 2009 to do transect searches for Maui Parrotbill, and other endangered forest honeycreepers, in Waikamoi Preserve on Haleakala, Maui, Hawaii. Maui Parrotbill are critically endangered, estimated at around 500 remaining individuals, and Waikamoi has not been well-surveyed. Primary field duties include aiding staff with finding and GPSing locations of Maui Parrotbill and `Akohekohe and recording Maui Creeper groups and group sizes along transects. Field duties are physically challenging, working at 5,000-7,000 ft elevation, in muddy and steep rainforest conditions. Desirable Qualifications: (1) Excellent physical health, (2) Excellent birding skills, experience with bird survey methods, and capacity to detect birds by their vocalizations (3) Experience and comfort with wilderness hiking. Provided Benefits: (1) An introduction to Hawaiian forest bird conservation and ID by trained biologists with the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project; (2) Getting to search for one of the most endangered birds in the United States in an amazing rainforest setting; (3) Housing at our intern and volunteer cottage (4) Transport to and from the airport and into town for shopping (5) Field gear required for searches. Work schedule will include 1 full day of training and 9 full days of searches in The Nature Conservancy’s Waikamoi Preserve with a weekend break in between for your own free time to explore Maui. Volunteers will provide their own food during their stay as well as transport to and from Kahului, Maui. The Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project is asking for a $500 donation to help off-set the costs of transport and field supplies. (Donation may be subject to waiver depending upon experience). To apply please send a resume and cover letter outlining your ornithological experience and expertise with special attention to rare bird searches or bird survey experience to DR. DUSTI BECKER (EM: cdb AT hawaii.edu).. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES SURVEYOR – ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokes’ Web site is (URL: http://www.jonesandstokes.com). In this role, you will be responsible for conducting biological resources surveys and assessments in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and preparing biological resources sections of state CEQA and federal NEPA environmental documents. Other duties may involve reviewing or developing sections of Environmental Assessments or Environmental Impact Statements associated with various local, state, or federal agencies. The projects will mainly be in support of the Redding, California Office for biological monitoring and other duties. A Bachelor’s degree in Biology, specifically in Fisheries, Wildlife, Botany, or related field and 5+ years of relevant experience required. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic and diverse firm please visit our new Global Career Center: (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=33223&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to your profile. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (4-5) needed for songbird migration research during fall stopover in Hancock County, northwestern Ohio in natural riparian habitats and habitats restored through the Conservation Reserve Program. Responsibilities will include: distance sampling (belt transects), mist netting and banding, data entry, arthropod sampling, vegetation work and possibly some educational outreach. Positions run for ~9 weeks, from 25 Aug through the end of Oct (start and end dates flexible). Responsibilities will include: distance sampling (belt transects), mist netting and banding, data entry, some vegetation work and possibly some educational outreach. Applicants should be physically fit and self-motivated with a strong work ethic. Applicants must be able to work well both individually and with others, live in close quarters with several people while maintaining a good sense of humor, and maintain excellent relations with private landowners. The ability to handle a variety of temperatures, humidity, bugs, early morning hours and long field days is essential. Significant prior experience in mist-netting, banding, ageing and sexing North American passerines and a strong background in identification of fall-plumaged migratory passerines by sight or sound (chip notes!) is strongly preferred, but applicants with moderate birding or banding experience are also encouraged to apply. A B.S. in wildlife ecology or related field and experience is preferred. Salary is $7.51-$8.33/hr. ($1350-$1500/mo.) plus housing (must be willing to camp occasionally). TO APPLY: Please send cover letter, current resume/CV, and contact information for three (3) references via email (preferred) to (EM: erincashion AT hotmail.com), or snail mail to ERIN CASHION, The Ohio State University, School of Environment and Natural Resources, 2021 Coffey Road, 210 Kottman Hall, Columbus, OH 43210-1085. Positions are open until filled. CENTER DIRECTOR, NORTHERN PRAIRIE WILDLIFE RESEARCH CENTER – The U.S. Department of the Interior, U.S. Geological Survey is accepting applications for the position of Center Director, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center (NPWRC) in Jamestown, North Dakota. The NPWRC is a research center whose primary mission is to collect, analyze, and synthesize scientific information on the Nation’s biotic resources. The primary responsibilities of the NPWRC are for research on waterfowl and other migratory birds west of the Mississippi River excluding Alaska and the Gulf Coast, on the ecology of grasslands and wetlands of the northern and central plains, on certain threatened and endangered species, on statistical and geospatial analyses, models, and monitoring protocols, and the specific needs of Department of the Interior Bureaus and other federal agencies, state agencies, and the public. The Center Director is expected to (1) supervise Center staff and provide leadership and guidance to senior scientists, field station leaders, administrative staff, and project leaders in planning, staffing, budgeting for and coordinating the Center’s multi-disciplinary programs of biological research, inventory and monitoring, and information management, (2) promote and enhance coordination and implementation of multidisciplinary partnerships with States, other Federal agencies, academic institutions and private groups interested in the status and management of biological resources (3) support and enhance multidisciplinary science and integration of scientific activities and approaches within the Center, among other USGS Centers and Regions as well as Departmental programs; and (4) serve as a member of the senior management team for the USGS Regional Executive. Salary range $107,962 - $140,355 per year is commensurate with experience. This vacancy is being advertised as CR-2009-0377, CR-2009-0378, CR-2009-0379, CR-2009-0380, CR-2009-0381, CR-2009-0382, CR-2009-0383, CR-2009-0384.The announcement is open 8 Jun 2009 and closes 17 Jul 2009. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen. You must apply on-line via USAJOBS: (URL: http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/). For additional information Contact: Human Resources (PH: 303-236-9577). USGS is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. FIELD ASSISTANT required for PhD project on the effects of intensive land use on the use of agricultural land by overwintering wigeon in Delta, British Columbia. One assistant will be required from mid-Oct 2009 to late Apr 2010. The successful candidate will have experience with projects in behavioral ecology or avian ecology and experience working in the field. Experience with vegetation measurement, bird identification and/or flock size estimation, GPS operation and MS Access an asset. The work will involve full days in the rain, wind and cold, handling duck feces, measuring vegetation and habitat characteristics and setting up behavioural experiments. Must be capable of independent work and decision-making and effective communication with a variety of landowners and interest groups. Must be eligible to work in Canada, have a valid driver's license and have daily access to a vehicle to get to and from the field site in Delta, British Columbia. Qualified applicants may send a resume and 3 references by 14 Sep 2009 to (EM: dippers AT alumni.sfu.ca.). FIELD ASSISTANT required for PhD project on the effects of intensive land use on the use of agricultural land by overwintering wigeon in Delta, British Columbia. One assistant will be required from mid-Oct 2009 to mid-Apr 2010. The successful candidate will have a BSc in a related field, an interest in behavioral ecology or avian ecology and be comfortable working in the field. Experience with vegetation measurement, bird identification and/or flock size estimation, GPS operation and MS Access an asset. The work involves full days in the rain, wind and cold, handling duck feces, measuring vegetation and habitat characteristics and setting up behavioural experiments. Applicants must have daily access to a vehicle to get to and from the field site in Delta, British Columbia, be Canadian, under 30 years of age and not held a previous Science Horizons Internship. Qualified applicants may send a resume and 3 references by 14 Sep 14, 2009 to (EM: dippers AT ec.gc.ca). INTERN (1) to assist with ongoing Monarch butterfly migration project, 1 Sep through 31 Oct . Duties include daily road censuses of migrating Monarchs, tagging, data entry, and educating the public about the project and Monarch biology. Successful applicant will be expected to work long hours during peak Monarch flights, shorter hours during lulls. Careful data collecting and entry skills, and excellent interpersonal skills a must; familiarity with insect ecology and migration a plus but not required. Must have own vehicle. Salary $800/mo., housing and reimbursement for gas provided. Send cover letter indicating position of interest, resume outlining relevant experience, and three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to DON FREIDAY, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 or email: (EM: don.freiday AT njaudubon.org). Applications accepted until positions are filled. INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST INTERNS (4) for fall migration monitoring projects at Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ. 1 Sep-31 Oct. Cape May is renowned as one of the world's great hot spots for bird migration. Successful applicants will work either at the Cape May Hawkwatch or Avalon Seawatch, and/or on the Passerine Morning Flight Project. Duties include assisting and teaching visitors bird identification and natural history, conducting workshops, and assisting counters when needed. Applicants should have experience interacting with the public and excellent interpersonal skills. Familiarity with bird migration and experience identifying birds is preferred but not required. All applicants must have their own vehicles. Salary for all positions $800/month, housing and reimbursement for gas is provided. Send cover letter indicating position of interest, resume outlining relevant experience, and three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to DON FREIDAY, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 or email (EM: don.freiday AT njaudubon.org). Applications accepted until positions are filled. MIGRATION COUNTERS (3) for fall migration monitoring projects at Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ. Cape May is one of the best fall migration hot spots in the country. Specifically, we are hiring a counter for the Cape May Hawkwatch (1 Sep - 30 Nov), a counter for the Avalon Seawatch (22 Sep-22 Dec), and a "swing" counter (1 Sept-22 Dec), who will provide day-off relief at each site and enter data. Applicants for counter positions should have a strong background identifying either raptors or seabirds in flight. Careful data collecting skills, a willingness to work long hours, and excellent interpersonal skills are a must. Applicants for the "swing" counter position also should have some experience with MS Excel. All applicants must have their own vehicles. Salary for all positions 1400-1600/month depending on experience. Housing and reimbursement for gas is provided. Send cover letter indicating position of interest, resume outlining relevant experience, and three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to VINCENT ELIA, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 or email (EM: vince.elia AT njaudubon.org). Applications accepted until positions are filled. EDUCATOR INTERNSHIP, Available Aug 2009, Tracy Aviary, Salt Lake City, UT. Terms of Service. Position begins 31 Aug and ends 20 Nov 2009. This position requires a 400 hour commitment over a period of 12 weeks, approximately 30-35 hours per week with the possibility of continued employment at a competitive salary, depending on performance. Duties for this position will include: 1. Providing interactive tours and educational programs for school groups visiting Tracy Aviary; 2. Facilitating on-site programs for Aviary visitors. 3. Developing materials and teaching support in both formal and informal programs. Other requirements include completing administrative tasks associated with the educational programs described above, attending routine organizational and departmental meetings and events, and participating in various training opportunities, as appropriate. Compensation: $1000 stipend. Minimum Qualifications: Education: A bachelor’s degree in education, natural resources, environmental studies, conservation, biology, zoology or related field from an approved college or university is strongly preferred. Experience: None required. However, experience with youth and/or students or other experience related to the above duties is preferred. We are seeking individuals possessing a desire to work with audiences of all ages and to incorporate experiences that strengthen their connection to the natural world. Visit (URL: http://www.tracyaviary.org) for more information regarding Tracy Aviary. To Apply: Applications are being accepted immediately. No telephone calls please. Send a cover letter, resume and phone numbers for three references to BRUCE THOMPSON, Director of Education, (EM: brucet AT tracyaviary.org) or via postal mail at: BRUCE THOMPSON, Tracy Aviary, Education Internship, 589 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84105. EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER needed from 10 Aug through 31 Oct for study of stopover ecology of landbirds along southern shore of Lake Erie in PA. Work 6 days per week rotating among 3 netting locations, based at Presque Isle State Park, Erie, PA. Must be able to supervise and teach others while operating up to 12 nets. $500 per week, housing provided. Vehicle required. Send letter of interest, resume, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 3 references to SARAH SARGENT, IBA Coordinator, Audubon PA, 301 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA 16335 or by email (preferred). (EM: ssargent AT audubon.org). Position open until filled. MIGRATION COUNTER (1) for Morning Flight fall migration monitoring project at New Jersey Audubon Society’s Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ. Cape May is one of the best fall migration hot spots in the country. Morning Flight counts migrant birds, mostly passerines, engaged in redirected flight. Applicants must be excellent birders with skill identifying land birds in flight by sight and flight call. Careful data collecting skills, a willingness to work early hours, and excellent interpersonal skills are a must. Must have own vehicle. Salary $960.00/month. Housing and reimbursement for gas is provided. Send cover letter, resume outlining relevant experience, and three references (including email addresses and phone numbers) to VINCENT ELIA, Cape May Bird Observatory, 600 Route 47 North, Cape May Court House, NJ 08210 or email (EM: vince.elia AT njaudubon.org). Position runs 16 Aug - 31 Oct 2009; later start possible for right candidate. Applications accepted until positions are filled. SNAIL KITE RESEARCH TECHNICIAN – The Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit is based out of the University of Florida in Gainesville and oversees several ongoing wetland-related research projects. We are seeking a highly motivated field technician to assist with the long-term study of the endangered Snail Kite. We are monitoring the Snail Kite population via mark-recapture and radio telemetry methods as well as making behavioral observations and collecting data related to habitat use and foraging ecology. Field work for this project is conducted throughout the wetland ecosystems of central and south Florida from the Kissimmee chain of lakes in the north (near Orlando) to the Everglades in the south (near Miami). The field work involves the extensive use of airboats. Applicants must be willing to work LONG, flexible hours in a HOT, humid environment. (Some days involve working from sunrise to sunset). All of the necessary training will be supplied, including airboat operation and maintenance. Duties include trapping and handling of snail kites, behavioral observations, radio telemetry, mark-recapture surveys, nest searching, data entry, snail trapping, vegetation sampling, and maintenance of field equipment and boats. Assistance on peripheral projects may also be required from time to time, including vegetation sampling in the Everglades and identification of plants in the lab. Salary: $1280-$1600/month (dependent upon funding) + housing. Housing will be provided at the Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area south of St. Cloud, FL. Applicant should be comfortable living in a field house with only a few other coworkers. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Wildlife, or a related field. Applicant must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Experience with engine repair/maintenance and boats is a major plus, but not necessary. Ability to comfortably handle wild raptors is also a plus. Previous radio tracking experience is preferred. The start date is flexible beginning as early as 20 Jul, but no later than mid Aug. The position lasts until Dec 2009, with the possibility of continuation into the 2010 field season. Interested persons should send a resume with cover letter, three references, and GPA to EMILY BUTLER (EM: snailkites AT gmail.com) by 14 Aug 2009. For questions see our website (URL: http://www.wec.ufl.edu/coop) or contact EMILY BUTLER via email (preferred) or by phone (PH: 352-494-7484).. VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed to assist with a Mexican spotted owl behavioral study in Grand Canyon National Park, 1 Jul – 30 Aug (minimum of 1 month commitment). Duties will include backpacking to remote canyons and recording diurnal roosting owl behavior, assessing owl breeding status, and data entry. Volunteers will be required to camp within canyons for up to 8 days and use a spotting scope for extended periods. Food, housing, and a $15 per diem stipend will be provided. Preference will be given to applicants with experience backpacking in rugged terrain and conducting animal behavior studies. Please send a cover letter explaining interest, dates of availability, and a resume or CV to (EM: Tim_Bowden AT nps.gov) or TIM BOWDEN, Grand Canyon National Park, Science Center, PO Box 129, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023. Position open until filled.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- June 4, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:42:20 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** SNAIL KITE FIELD CREW LEADER–The Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit is based out of the University of Florida in Gainesville and oversees several ongoing wetland-related research projects. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated field crew leader to assist with the long-term study of the endangered Snail Kite. This person will first work as a paid technician during a probationary period of approximately 2 months during which they will become accustomed to the specific techniques and logistics required for the position. After this time they will assume full responsibilities of field crew leader. We are monitoring the Snail Kite population via mark-recapture and radio telemetry methods as well as making behavioral observations and collecting data related to foraging ecology. Field work for this project is conducted throughout the wetland ecosystems of central and south Florida from the Kissimmee chain of lakes in the north (near Orlando) to the Everglades in the south (near Miami). The field work involves the extensive use of airboats. Applicants must be willing to work LONG, flexible hours in a HOT, humid environment. (Some days involve working from sunrise to sunset). Field work involves regularly entering chest-deep water, sometimes in close proximity to alligators and snakes. All of the necessary training will be supplied, including airboat operation and maintenance. Applicant must be comfortable and willing to learn to drive and repair airboats which are loud, finicky, and can be very dangerous. Duties include trapping and handling of snail kites, behavioral observations, radio telemetry, mark-recapture surveys, nest searching, data entry, snail trapping, vegetation sampling, and maintenance of field equipment and boats. Applicant will be responsible for overseeing the logistics that go into the operation of 3 two-person crews over the entire southern half of Florida. Applicant will also have to communicate with local managers and agencies and will have to regularly compose a variety of reports concerning the status of the monitoring project. Salary: $1600/month + housing during probationary period, after which pay will increase to $2080/month - $2400/month DOE. Housing will be provided at the Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area south of St. Cloud, FL. Applicant should be comfortable living in a field house with only a few other coworkers. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Wildlife, or a related field. Previous experience leading a field crew is strongly desired. Previous experience handling and banding wild birds is a must; ability to comfortably handle wild raptors is a plus. Position requires an understanding of basic radio-telemetry. Experience with engine repair/maintenance and boats is a major bonus, but not necessary. Applicant must have a valid U.S. driver's license. This position starts between Mid-Jun and Late Aug and requires a minimum commitment of one year. Interested persons should send a resume with cover letter and three references to: KYLE PIAS or JEAN OLBERT (EM: snailkites AT gmail.com) by 15 Aug 2009. For questions see our website (URL: http://www.wec.ufl.edu/coop) or contact KYLE PIAS or JEAN OLBERT via email (preferred) or by phone (PH: 352-494-7485 or 352-494-8758). ZOO VOLUNTEERS–The Wildlife Conservation Society, Department of Ornithology is looking for volunteers to assist with behavioral observations, behavioral enrichment, training, and husbandry of its bird collection at the Bronx Zoo (Bronx, New York). Volunteers will train with professional keepers and learn about various aspects of managing captive bird populations. Captive management and research involves little direct contact with animals so applicants should not expect opportunities to handle birds. Qualifications: Completion of or working towards a college degree in the natural sciences or a related field is preferred. Individuals with previous experience working with captive animals are also preferred. Must be willing to get dirty and work outdoors in summer weather. A commitment of at least 8 hours per week for at least 6 weeks is expected. Housing is not provided. If you are interested in volunteering please email your resume/CV and a brief cover letter that explains your experience and availability to CHAD SEEWAGEN, WCS/Bronx Zoo Department of Ornithology (EM: cseewagen AT wcs.org). 2 M.S. Projects; Effect of Military Overflights on Shorebirds of Cape Lookout National Seashore, NC; Virginia Tech Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences–This study will focus on the population dynamics and behavior of shorebirds nesting on Cape Lookout National Seashore, NC with special emphasis in understanding the effects, if any, of military flights over the study area. Target species include least tern, common tern, black skimmer, Wilson’s plover, and gull-billed tern. This advertisement is for two M.S. students for the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences at Virginia Tech, one whom will work with terns and skimmers with advisor Sarah Karpanty and the second whom will work on Wilson’s plovers with advisor Jim Fraser. A collaborative companion study of American oystercatchers will be conducted by a third graduate student from N.C. State University (advisor Ted Simons) and will be closely coordinated with this study. Data will be gathered on all 6 species, but 3 or 4 species will be selected for more in-depth study, probably least tern, black skimmer, Wilson’s plover and American Oystercatcher. Data collected will include shorebird behavior, nesting success, and survival, as well as frequency and characteristics (e.g. altitude, time, noise levels) of military flights, human presence etc. A research assistantship at a competitive level will be provided during the field work and thesis preparation. Expected duration of assistantship and project is about 2 years-9 months. For more details and to apply, please see (URL: http://www.fishwild.vt.edu/graduate/graduate_opportunities.htm). FALL 2009 PAID RAPTOR COUNTER SOUGHT to continue raptor migration data for the Detroit River Hawk Watch (previously run by Southeastern Michigan Raptor Research). Over 25 years of data has been collected at this nationally acclaimed migration corridor at the Detroit Rivermouth at the Lake Erie Metropark and Point Mouillee State Game Area. A primary counter is needed to spend 6 days per week at the site performing the basic monitoring protocol and regular data entry into HawkCount database from 1 Sep to 30 Nov 2009. This is a tremendous opportunity for an already accomplished hawk counter to collect migration data at a site with spectacular fall flights of broad-winged hawks, golden eagles, and all eastern raptors, including reliable passages of Swainson's Hawk. We seek an individual experienced with large passages of raptors at a distance and meticulous data entry skills. Pay is commensurate with experience. Regular involvement of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biological staff at Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge will occur as well as the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance. Employment will be through contract with the International Wildlife Refuge Alliance. Please contact: GREG NORWOOD, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, (PH: 734-692-7611 or 734-341-3858) 9311 Groh Road, Grosse Ile, MI 48138. M.S. and Ph.D. RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIPS in the Department of Biology, North Carolina State University. The successful applicants will investigate factors affecting the behavior, nesting success, and survival of American Oystercatchers on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Qualifications: B.S. or M.S. degree in Zoology, Ecology or related field. Prior experience with shorebirds, mark-recapture methods, and radio-telemetry preferred. Demonstrated ability to work independently and supervise field assistants required. GPA > 3.25, GRE > 1200, and strong quantitative and writing skills required. Stipend of $18,000 per year plus benefits, health insurance, and tuition remission provided. Position available starting Aug 2009 with enrollment commencing Fall Semester 2009 or Spring Semester 2010. Submit cover letter, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores, and names and telephone numbers of 3 references to DR. TED SIMONS (EM: tsimons AT ncsu.edu) Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Department of Biology, Box 7617 North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695. INSTRUCTOR IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTIONARY BIOLOGY. The Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Department of Rice University (URL: http://eeb.rice.edu/) anticipates hiring an instructor for a permanent non-tenure track faculty position to start in the fall semester 2009. The responsibilities of this position include teaching (lecture and lab courses), assisting with undergraduate advising, and coordinating additional educational activities. There are also opportunities for research particularly involving undergraduates. A PhD in ecology, evolution or a related field is required. An application (curriculum vitae and statement of teaching and research interests) and three letters of recommendation should be submitted via e-mail to DIANE HATTON (EM: rdh AT rice.edu). Please write "EEB instructor position" in the subject line. Application review will begin 20 Jun 2009 and continue until the position is filled. A full description of the position can be found at (URL: http://eeb.rice.edu/jobs.html). For further questions and informal inquiries please contact DR. AMY DUNHAM (EM: aed4 AT rice.edu) or DR. MICHAEL KOHN (EM: hmkohn AT rice.edu). Rice University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, committed to excellence through diversity and inclusion, and, in this spirit, particularly welcomes applications from women and members of historically under-represented groups. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. VOLUNTEER FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS needed for Thunder Cape Bird Observatory's Fall (1 Aug to 30 Oct 2009) Migration Monitoring Program. The core program is centred on monitoring migrating birds through daily census, mist-netting and banding. No experience is necessary but ability to identify Eastern birds in the field is an asset. Training will be provided. Thunder Cape is an isolated location. On site housing & food is provided. Please complete application form at (URL: http://www.tbfn.net/apply.htm) and email to JOHN WOODCOCK, Program Coordinator, Thunder Cape Bird Observatory, (EM:: johntbaywoodcock AT hotmail.com, PH: 807-251-3673). Visit our web site (URL: http://www.tbfn.net/tcbotbfn.htm) for more information about Thunder Cape Bird Observatory. OPS BIOLOGIST IV–Pay: $24.26/hr; $1941/biweekly. Location: Kissimmee, FL. Section: Species Conservation Planning. Type: OPS temporary; no benefits. OPS Biologist IV to serve as Florida’s statewide snail kite coordinator. The position is located in Kissimmee, Florida and is a full time, year round position with no benefits. Must maintain a familiarity with snail kite research, management, conservation projects, techniques and issues. Responsible for coordinating snail kite management and conservation activities within the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and with entities external to the FWC. Responsible for handling other species and habitat issues as assigned by the Section Leader or supervisor and other miscellaneous duties. Job duties: Serves as snail kite expert; identifies snail kite research needs and disseminates research findings within FWC, develops and coordinates implementation of management actions; develops outreach and communication products; develops study designs; and develops and initiates monitoring programs. Represents FWC at meetings and conferences and develops and maintains effective communications between the units within the FWC. Acts as a liaison and builds effective partnerships with other agencies and private institutions to accomplish management objectives. Works directly with FWC’s Aquatic Habitat Management and Invasive Plant Management Sections to coordinate snail kite management with aquatic habitat management. Produces manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and in-house reports as appropriate; obtains grant funding as appropriate. Will require some overnight travel. Qualification include a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in biology, wildlife science, policy, or related field; a Master’s or Ph.D. is preferred; and at least four years of related experience (field work, research, coordination across work units, etc.). Pay is $24.26/hourly; $1941.00/biweekly. Applications accepted until 19 Jun 2009. Start date early Jul. E-mail cover letter, resume or CV, and three references to (EM: Robin.Boughton AT myfwc.com). ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM DIRECTOR--Reports to: President. Position Status: Full-time, exempt, benefits-eligible. Position Summary: The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is looking for a highly qualified candidate to fill our Environmental Education Program Director position. The Program Director reports directly to the president and is responsible for overall leadership of VINS’ environmental education programs. The Program Director ensures that all VINS’ education programs are high-quality, innovative, exciting, and financially sustainable. VINS’ environmental education programs include programs for children, adults, citizen scientists, and professional educators. Our programs are based on current science and delivered in schools, camps, and communities throughout Vermont and New Hampshire, and at the VINS Nature Center in Quechee, Vermont. In addition to leading the development and delivery of programs, the Program Director oversees the design and management of exhibits at the VINS Nature Center, as well as the care of VINS’ collection of wild birds and other live animals featured in our programs and exhibits. VINS’ programs are both grant-funded and fee-based. The Environmental Education Program Director manages an annual budget of approximately $600,000, directly supervises four line managers, and oversees a total staff of 11 full-time employees. Primary Responsibilities: ** Develop and direct implementation of VINS’ multi-year program plan and budget. ** Oversee ongoing curriculum development and evaluation of VINS’ programs. ** Oversee ongoing exhibit planning and management at the VINS Nature Center. ** Oversee ongoing integration of VINS’ wildlife rehabilitation work with formal and non-formal environmental education programs and exhibits. ** Plan and direct efforts, including grant development and donor cultivation, to secure external funding for VINS’ environmental education programs and services. ** Supervise, evaluate, oversee training of, and otherwise support VINS’ staff of environmental educators and wildlife rehabilitation specialists. ** Under the President’s direction, serve as lead staff member to the Program Committee of the VINS Board of Trustees. ** Represent VINS to appropriate state, regional and national education organizations, stay current on research and trends in formal and non-formal education programming, and foster VINS’ leadership role in environmental education. ** Facilitate external partnerships that advance VINS’ mission and cost-effectively enhance and promote VINS’ environmental education programs and services. ** Perform other planning and management duties, as assigned. Required Qualifications: ** BA/BS degree and at least three years’ experience in environmental education programs and curriculum design and implementation, or equivalent experience. ** Familiarity with effective methods of science instruction and interpretation. ** Demonstrated ability to envision, develop, and manage implementation of creative and effective environmental education programs. ** Demonstrated ability to secure program funds through grant development and other fundraising. ** Experience in planning and developing education exhibits that appeal to target audiences. ** Experience in budget administration and staff supervision. ** Excellent public speaking, writing, and analytical skills. Additional Preferred Qualifications: ** Advanced degree or certification (e.g., as educator, naturalist, wildlife rehabilitator, etc.), or equivalent experience. ** Experience in nonprofit management and conservation- or science-related fields.** Knowledge of and experience with public and private education, especially in the sciences. ** Familiarity with state and national education standards. ** Experience building collaborations with outside parties and negotiating contracts. ** Experience managing nature center, zoo, or museum facilities. ** Experience in business or marketing. Work Week: Monday – Friday, with evenings and weekends as needed. Salary: Commensurate with experience. Application: To apply for this position, send by e-mail only a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three employer references to CALAH BECKWITH (EM: cbeckwith AT vinsweb.org). Deadline for Applications: 19 Jun 2009.About the Vermont Institute of Natural Science-- Founded in 1972, the Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is a nonprofit environmental education and research organization based in Quechee, Vermont. VINS’ mission is to motivate individuals and communities to care for the environment through education, research and avian wildlife rehabilitation. VINS delivers locally relevant environmental education programs through direct classroom instruction, teacher professional development, community outreach programs, nature camps, and public programs at the VINS Nature Center. VINS’ programs combine environmental science concepts with hands-on exploration to build empathy and empower individuals to care for local natural ecosystems. With an annual operating budget of just over $1.1 million, VINS employs 18 full-time and 9 part-time staff members. VINS’ Board of Trustees includes 16 community leaders from Vermont and New Hampshire. The VINS Nature Center in Quechee, Vermont, welcomes more than 30,000 visitors from around the world each year. In addition, thousands of school children, teachers, conservation volunteers, and other adult learners from throughout New England participate in VINS’ environmental education, research and rehabilitation programs annually. VINS’ primary offerings include: ** VINS Nature Center – Occupying 47 acres along the Ottaquechee River, the VINS Nature Center is an environmental education center and a living museum that exhibits New England’s largest teaching collection of raptors and other wild birds. The VINS Nature Center features regularly scheduled public education programs, a beautiful nature trail linked to Quechee Gorge State Park, and a nature shop offering unusual, environmentally-friendly educational products, books, and gift items. ** Environmental Education Programs – VINS delivers innovative environmental education programs for children, adults, citizen scientists, and educators. These programs are based on current science and delivered in schools, camps, and communities, as well as at the VINS Nature Center. Thousands of school children, teachers, conservation volunteers, and other adult learners from throughout New England participate in VINS’ environmental education programs each year. ** Environmental Research – VINS promotes field science inquiries conducted by research organizations throughout New England for use in environmental education. VINS supports such environmental research through programs like the VINS/SCA Environmental Science Research Program, sponsored in partnership with the Student Conservation Association, and the VINS Environmental Science Lecture Series held each spring and fall at the VINS Nature Center. In addition, over the years VINS has sponsored and supported the work of ecological researchers who monitor and promote conservation of regional wild bird populations. ** Avian Wildlife Rehabilitation – The VINS Nature Center houses New England’s premier facility for the treatment and rehabilitation of injured wild birds, particularly raptors. VINS’ rehabilitation specialists care for an exceptional collection of disabled wild birds that serves as a centerpiece of many of VINS’ environmental education programs, publications, and natural science exhibits. All VINS’ programs and services are designed to provide environmental education grounded in current science. VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR IN BEHAVIOR AND ECOLOGY The Department of Biology at the College of William and Mary seeks applications for a one-year visiting Assistant Professor position in Behavior and Ecology. The position is open to applicants conducting research in any field of ecology and/or animal behavior. The primary responsibility of the successful candidate is to teach an undergraduate course in animal behavior and another in general ecology, one per semester. We also expect the successful candidate to integrate undergraduate students into their research program. As there are a core group of behavior and ecology faculty at William and Mary, we also encourage applicants to propose collaborative research projects in their application materials. Contact information for behavioral faculty can be found at (URL: http://www.wm.edu/as/biology/research/majorareas/behavioral.php). A completed PhD is required, and previous experience teaching undergraduate courses will be viewed favorably. Review begins 16 Jun 2009 and will continue until an appointment is made. Submit by email the following documents to the search chair, JOHN SWADDLE, (EM: jpswad AT wm.edu): a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statements of research plans at William and Mary, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, and contact information for three professional references. Please combine all of these documents into a single PDF file with the applicant's name as the title of the file. Information on the undergraduate and master's degree programs in the biology department may be obtained at http://www.wm.edu/biology. The College is an EEO/AA employer. CAREER RESEARCH POSITION: Hawaiian and Pacific Island Forest Birds. The U.S. Geological Survey’s Pacific Island Ecosystems Research Center seeks an ecologist or wildlife biologist to conduct important, conservation-relevant research on native forest birds in Hawaii and the tropical Pacific with special emphasis on endangered or high-profile species such as I'iwi. This is a full-time, permanent research position. The researcher will be expected to: (1) Develop research programs and design experiments for field studies of forest bird ecology, demography, conservation status, and population trends; (2) Conduct field studies of forest birds; (3) Conduct relevant data analyses (i.e., complex analyses and modeling on forest birds, to include population trend analysis, population viability analysis, species habitat modeling, and how climatic changes might affect bird distributions and abundance); (4) Produce/disseminate scientific products; (5) Provide timely and useful technical assistance to partner agencies and cooperators on the ecology, demography, conservation status, and population trends of forest birds; and (6) Make presentations to varied audiences. You must be a US citizen to be hired for this job. The application period closes on 30 Jun 2009 and application must be made through the USAJobs.gov website (see below for more specifics). The grade of the position is GS-11, 12, or 13 with a salary range of $49,544 to $91,801 (plus an additional 18% cost-of-living-allowance). The position will be located at our Kilauea Field Station located in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii (Big Island), USA. There are two announcements; one for individuals that already have US government employment status (e.g., current permanent federal employees) and those without status (e.g., have not worked for the federal government). Status applicants (URL: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=81156836&JobTitle=Research+W%2fL+Biologist+or+Ecologist%2c+GS-11%2f12%2f13+(MP-RW)&lid=400&sort=rv%2c-dtex&jbf522=0408&vw=d&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2009-06-01+16%3a21%3a00 ) and public non-status applicants (URL: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=81295226&JobTitle=Research+W%2fL+Biologist+or+Ecologist%2c+GS-11%2f12%2f13+(DE-RW)&lid=400&sort=rv%2c-dtex&jbf522=0408&vw=d&re=134&FedEmp=Y&FedPub=Y&caller=advanced.aspx&AVSDM=2009-06-01+16%3a19%3a00 ). For more information, please contact DR. LOYAL MEHRHOFF (PH: 808-587-7455, EM: lmehrhoff AT usgs.gov). M.S. GRADUATE ASSISTANTSHIP - A M.S. graduate student is sought to study demography and movement in Missouri's declining greater Prairie Chicken population. Working in collaboration with Missouri Department of Conservation biologists and University of Missouri scientists, the student will undertake a radio tracking project to study movements and demography of resident and translocated birds in Missouri landscapes. Using existing information and population data collected through this study, the student will develop demographic and movement models that will serve as foundations for future management. Candidates must be enthusiastic and have a B.S. in wildlife science, biology, or a closely related discipline, a GPA > 3.0, and combined verbal and quantitative GRE scores > 1100. Ability to work with a diversity of natural resource professionals, and an interest in wildlife/habitat relationships, conservation of declining populations, and quantitative techniques are essential. Position is available immediately, and applications will be accepted until 15 Jul 2009. Stipend includes annual salary, a tuition waiver, and research funds. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter that includes a description of work experience and career goals, resume, copies of transcripts and GRE scores (unofficial at this time are acceptable), and the names and contact information (phone and e-mail address) of 3 references to DR. DYLAN KESLER, University of Missouri-Columbia (EM: grpc2009 AT picra.net)
Subject: Bird Jobs -- 27 May 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 27 May 2009 23:58:55 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** TWO BIRD BANDING FIELD INTERNS/ASSISTANTS at the Walls of Jericho Wildlife Management Area (WJWMA) of northern Alabama between 15 Aug and 15 Oct 2009. The assistants will help a study of fall stopover ecology of migratory songbirds conducted by Alabama A&M University. We seek motivated and enthusiastic assistants in good physical condition. Expect rigors and unpredictable field situations, early mornings, and overnight camping on a regular basis. Prior bird handling experience is a big plus. Salary: $800-1300/month depending on experience. Opportunities may exist for qualified candidate to continue research in pursuit of a graduate degree. Please email cover letter and resume with contact information of at least two references (including email addresses) to (EM: yong.wang AT aamu.edu, PH: 256-372-4229). Positions are open until filled. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS needed (2):I am currently seeking a volunteer field research assistant ASAP for a M.A. project assessing the effects of mercury toxicity in red-winged blackbirds. Position will begin right away and last until 25 July. Housing is provided for assistant working at the field site in Cornwall, NY. Research will be conducted through Columbia University and be affiliated with the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Bronx Zoo. Field sites will be located at the Bronx Zoo and in Cornwall, NY, so applicants must live near or in the New York Metropolitan area. Extensive training in nest searching, mist netting, and behavioral observations will be provided. Applicants with previous experience in at least one of these fields is desirable. However, no experience is necessary, but an enthusiasm for ornithological fieldwork is encouraged. Applicant will learn bleeding, banding, and nest searching techniques. Work conditions are buggy and applicant MUST have high endurance, be physically fit to wade through wetlands, and work well independently and with others. Work days are 6 days on, 1 day off and will start early and last well into the afternoon. Applicant must provide his/her own transportation. Please send or e-mail a resume or curriculum vitae with 3 references to ALLISYN GILLET, Columbia University Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology, 10th Floor Schermerhorn Ext. 1200, Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027 EM: atg2118 AT columbia.edu) AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. SEASONAL RAPTOR COUNTER POSITIONS (2 counters needed)â€“ Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth, Minnesota is seeking 2 experienced raptor counters for full-time fall count. One lead counter is needed from 15 Aug - 30 Nov 2009. A second assistant counter is needed from 1 Sep - 30 Oct 2009. Now in its 38th season, the raptor count at Hawk Ridge is one of the premier raptor count sites in North America and the western-most count on the Great Lakes. Hawk Ridge is based at a uniquely advantageous location on a rocky ridge overlooking the western tip of Lake Superior with a seasonal average of 94,000 raptors flying through. Duties include identification of raptors in flight, standardized hourly data recording, communication with count interpreter on incoming raptors, and posting daily counts on HawkCount.org. Skill requirements include a minimum of one or two seasons of previous counting experience, ability to identify raptors in flight at great distances, and tolerance of harsh weather conditions (heat, cold, wind). Counters will work 6 days/week, weather permitting. Contractor wages are dependent on experience, but will range from $1,000-$2,000 per month. The lead counter will be responsible for producing a written report summary according to Hawk Ridge guidelines by 31 Dec 2009. Housing (possibly shared) will be provided in Duluth, Minnesota. See (URL: http://www.hawkridge.org) for more details on the count. Email cover letter, resume, and three references that can verify your raptor identification skills to JANELLE LONG, Executive Director, (PH: jlong AT hawkridge.org) by 1 Jun 2009, although applications will be accepted until positions are filled. Email is preferred, but required information may also be mailed to Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory, P.O. Box 3006, Duluth, MN 55803-3006 re: Hawk Counter. ROJECT DIRECTOR â€“ Location â€“ San Jose, CA. Company â€“ ICF Jones & Stokes. Final Application Filing Date â€“ Until Filled. Job Description: We seek a manager to develop technical sections for the preparation of environmental assessments, management plans and other environmental studies. The manager will plan, conduct and manage field studies, prepare/review CEQA/NEPA compliance documents; perform technical analyses for environmental assessments/technical studies on large projects. You will lead technical specialties; provide peer review on environmental projects. Manage and prepare proposals. BS in environmental studies, planning, or related field and required 8 + years experience environmental planning and project management experience including working knowledge of CEQA/NEPA, endangered species act, and other environmental regulations/laws. You must be adept at reviewing/producing technical environmental documents. Excellent technical writing, problem solving, communication, and analytical skills. Demonstrated PC & research skills. Contact â€“ AMI KHANGURA (EM: akhangura AT jsanet.com). If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic and diverse firm please visit our new Global Career Center (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=19262&eresc=SERCAL), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to your profile. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer â€“ M/F/D/V ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE MANAGER â€“ Location â€“ Sacramento, CA. Company â€“ ICF Jones & Stokes. Final Application Filing Date (include this) - Until Filled. Job Description: ICF Jones & Stokes is seeking qualified candidates to fulfill construction compliance positions in the San Francisco Bay area for several large construction projects in this region. The Environmental Compliance Manager is anticipated to last 3-4 years. Work would generally follow the construction work schedule of 5 days/week 8-10 hours/day. To qualify as the Environmental Compliance Manager, an individual must possess the following qualifications: * A baccalaureate degree in biology or environmental sciences from an accredited institution. Although not required, a masterâ€™s degree in biology or environmental sciences is highly desirable. * At least 10 yearsâ€™ overall experience as a biologist or environmental scientist including at least 6 yearsâ€™ experience in construction compliance monitoring of which at least 3 years of demonstrated experience managing environmental inspectors and specialty monitors on large infrastructure projects. * Good communications skills and team leadership skills are required. Contact ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic and diverse firm please visit our new Global Career Center (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=31686&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to your profile. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer â€“ M/F/D/V PAID PASSERINE BANDER POSITION â€“ 15 Aug â€“ 22 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia, Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (URL: http://www.cvwo.org). Title: Lead Passerine Bander. Duties: Operate the Passerine Banding Station at Kiptopeke State Park (KSP) using the protocol established by the station master, Dr. Robert J. Reilly. A second highly experienced individual has been contracted to serve as a second bander during the 1 Oct - 7 Nov period when the highest daily volumes are typically encountered. Daily volume on a few days during that period may exceed 500 birds. In late Sep one or two 250-300 bird days may be encountered. In all, the station bands between 5,500 and 9,000 passerines of 90-105 species each fall plus numerous recaptures. Additional help from a pool of several permitted volunteer banders may be available on busy days throughout the season. A full time intern will be hired to assist and be supervised by the lead bander for the period 1 Sep - 22 Nov. A central directive in the station protocol is that captured birds will always be treated with their health and safety a top concern. Qualifications: The candidate must have extensive passerine banding experience, be capable of operating a high-volume banding station, possess good leadership and personal skills, and have a demonstrated ability to interact with and educate visitors of all ages, both individually and in groups, on a daily basis. The candidate must be highly competent in identification, ageing, and sexing of all birds likely to be encountered during fall migration in eastern North America. The candidate must have excellent mist net extraction skills and be able to train and supervise volunteers and other station personnel in station duties. Terms: $1750 per month for 3+ months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1st and 16th of the month and prorated for the additional days. To assist with the cost of travel to Kiptopeke, CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 15 Aug through 22 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Passerine Banding Station is expected to be in operation from 30 minutes before sunrise to early or mid-afternoon (depending on volume) each day throughout the season. During rain and/or high winds it is expected that the station may not be opened and personnel will have the day off. On several slower days throughout the season qualified volunteer banders or the second contract bander may relieve the lead bander from duty with prior permission from the station master. The station master will approve in advance specific permitted volunteers deemed capable of conducting the banding operation in the lead banderâ€™s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the lead bander and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Bander should be prepared to make brief presentations to individuals visiting the station in order to expand their knowledge and identification skills. Such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the station operation, but is anticipated to be regular and significant. It is commonplace on weekends during late Sep and Oct to have 50-75 visitors at the station each day. Data: The banding data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the banding records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWOâ€™s station master. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010, the lead bander must prepare and deliver to CVWOâ€™s station master an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Passerine Banding Station for the 2009 season. The station master will provide guidance on the format of the report. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for at least two individuals who can attest to your ability to meet all listed qualifications, to the Kiptopeke station master, DR. ROBERT J. REILLY (EM: rjreilly AT vcu.edu). Position open until filled. PAID RAPTOR BANDER POSITIONâ€“ 1 Sep â€“ 30 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia, Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (URL: http://www.cvwo.org/). Position: Chief Raptor Bander. Duties: Operate the Raptor Banding Station at Kiptopeke State Park (KSP). The Station typically bands between 500 and 700 raptors of 9 or 10 species during the fall season. Captured birds will always be treated with their health and safety a top concern. Lure birds will be carefully regarded and diligently maintained. Qualifications: Candidate must have extensive raptor banding experience and must be competent in identification, ageing, and sexing of North American raptors. Must have excellent extraction skills and experience with a variety of setups (DGâ€™s, mistnets, bownets, surge traps, etc.) Terms: $1750 per month for 3 months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1st and 16th of the month. To assist with the cost of travel CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 1 Sep through 30 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Raptor Banding Station is expected to be in operation from sunrise to sunset each day. During rain and/or high winds it is expected that the Station may not be opened. Toward the end of the season the daily operation may be adjusted to actual hours of the migration flight. Throughout the season qualified volunteers may relieve the Bander. CVWO will approve in advance specific volunteers deemed capable to conduct the banding operation in the Banderâ€™s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the Chief Raptor Bander and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Bander should be prepared to make brief presentations with hawks ready for release to individuals visiting the nearby Hawkwatch Platform in order to expand their knowledge and identification skills. Such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the trapping process. Data: The banding data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the banding records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWO. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010, the Bander must prepare and deliver to CVWO an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Raptor Banding Station for the 2009 season. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for two or more individuals who can attest to your qualifications, to Raptor Team Leader ROBERT KLAGES (EM: cvwohawker AT gmail.com) with a copy to Kiptopeke Station Master DR. ROBERT J. REILLY (EM: rjreilly AT vcu.edu). Position open until filled. PAID HAWKWATCH COMPILER POSITION, 1 Sep â€“ 30 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (URL: http://www.cvwo.org). Position: Hawkwatch Compiler. Duties: Conduct daily counts of southbound migrant hawks from Kiptopeke State Park (KSP) or other location as directed by CVWO board of directors; total count by species and log weather observations hourly, and daily; interact with visitors to the Hawkwatch Platform, making effort to further the educational mission of CVWO. The compiler will work closely with the Raptor Bander to alert the Bander of any hawks that might be near the Banding Station. The Compiler will prepare a report at the close of the season reflecting the migration. Qualifications: Candidate must have extensive experience identifying North American raptors in flight. The ability to handle raptors during brief demonstrations to the public in collaboration with CVWOâ€™s raptor bander is a plus. Terms: $1750 per month for 3 months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1st and 16th of the month. The last payment will be held until the Final Report is received. To assist with the cost of travel CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 1 Sep through 30 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Hawkwatch is expected to be in operation from sunrise to sunset each day except during rain and/or high winds. Toward the end of the season the daily operation may be adjusted to actual hours of the migration flight. Throughout the season qualified volunteers may relieve the Compiler. CVWO will approve in advance specific volunteers deemed capable to conduct the count in the Compilerâ€™s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the Hawkwatch Compiler and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Hawkwatch Compiler should assume the responsibility for helping visitors expand their knowledge and identification skills, but such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the accuracy of the count. An effort should be made to inform and educate visitors about CVWO, and about the role the Hawkwatch plays in gaining scientific data. Data: The migration data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the Hawkwatch records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWO. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010 the Compiler must prepare and deliver to CVWO an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Hawkwatch for the 2009 season. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for two or more individuals who can attest to your qualifications, to Raptor Team Leader ROBERT KLAGES (EM: cvwohawker AT gmail.com) with a copy to CVWO President and Raptor Team Co-Leader BRIAN TABER (EM: Taberzz AT aol.com). Position open until filled. AVIAN INFLUENZA AND WILD BIRDS BIOLOGIST POSITIONâ€“The U.S. Geological Survey, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center is seeking a full-time field biologist to assist with international collaborative studies on wild birds and avian influenza. The highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) continues to circulate and reemerge in Asia and parts of Africa, Europe and the mid-East. We are working with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and international partners to better understand wild bird involvement in H5N1 transmission, as well as effects of the disease on wild populations. Duties will primarily involve writing peer-reviewed publications, analyzing and managing large spatial datasets, and conducting fieldwork for telemetry studies with international partners. We are seeking applicants with strong publication and communication skills, experience with modeling and GIS, and the ability to work both independently and constructively as part of a large international team. Prior experience capturing and handling waterfowl is desired. Applicants should have an MS in Ecology, Wildlife Biology, or related field. Those with a background in waterbird ecology will be favored, as will those with strong statistical, modeling, and GIS skills. Other duties will include coordinating on-going research projects, writing reports, data entry, updating animal care and use permits, communicating with project cooperators, and performing other tasks as directed by supervisor. Incumbent will work at the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center (Beltsville, Maryland) through a contract position. Requirements: -Masters Degree in Ecology, Wildlife Science or related field. -Excellent verbal and written communication and skills; strong publication record. -Background in ecology, ornithology, wildlife science or related field. -Strong skills in statistics, GIS, and modeling. -Experience catching and marking waterfowl. -Ability and willingness to travel to foreign countries for fieldwork for 1 to 4 weeks duration, with 2 weeks to a few months advanced notice. -Ability to maintain positive attitude and enthusiasm under difficult field conditions. -Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. -Work effectively as a team member with local and international partners. -Willingness to work long hours, including early mornings, nights, or weekends, as needed. -Incumbent should be in good physical condition, be able to lift heavy (~40 lbs) of gear, work in variable environments including high elevation, cold or hot temperatures, etc., and be comfortable with motors and small boats. Salary range $41K-$50K depending on qualifications. Position is 1 year, beginning late May or early Jun 2009, with a second year extension based on funding and performance. Apply to (URL: http://www.iapws.com/careers and copy to (EM: PWRC_AI AT yahoo.com) with the following materials in a SINGLE FILE: (a) cover letter, (b) resume, (c) 3 references, (d) responses to the following questions, and (e) 1-2 writing examples - first authored publication or report (this can be sent as a second file if necessary). File names should begin with your last name, please. AMERICOPRS MEMBER â€“ The Alaska SeaLife Center is currently seeking an eleven month AmeriCorps Member for the Avian Husbandry Department. The Alaska SeaLife Center is dedicated to understanding and maintaining the integrity of the marine ecosystem of Alaska through research, rehabilitation, conservation and public education. The AmeriCorps Member will participate in daily avian husbandry and educational activities at the Alaska SeaLife Center and work along side our Avian Husbandry staff throughout their term. Creation of educational presentations for the purpose of community outreach will be strongly encouraged. Members will also be involved in community service projects to fulfill AmeriCorps requirements. The AmeriCorps Member will participate in daily animal diet preparations, routine cleanings, and water quality testing of both the exhibit and research birds housed at the Alaska SeaLife Center. The Member will make daily observations and notes of health and condition of the exhibit and research birds â€“ noting changes in behavior and appearance. Daily educational talks and tours to the general public and periodic VIP tours will be given by the AmeriCorps Member. The Member will be encouraged to create materials related to those talks and tours, including but not limited to posters, Power Point Presentations and pamphlets to facilitate the educational talks. The Member will also assist the avian staff in current research projects and data collection associated with those projects, while maintaining written and computer records. As part of our team, the Member will also help with improvements to habitats and bird enrichment programs and will learn and assist in training and preparing birds for the visitor experience programs. Participation with other ASLC conservation efforts, i.e. recycling team, will be highly encouraged. In addition, the Member will be required to choose an individual community service project within the town of Seward for weekly community service. Strong emphasis will be given to projects that are education based and/or serve a strong community need. Members will also be required to participate in a group community service project once a month within the town of Seward or the surrounding area. The Member must be a team player who has some college, although college graduates are preferred. Must have good oral and written skills, be able to follow written and oral instructions and be able to lift 50 pounds. Computer and public speaking skills are strongly encouraged. Must be at least 21 years of age to apply. Applicants should be committed to the goals and mission of the Alaska SeaLife Center and the AmeriCorps, should have an interest and/or background in Education, as well as a strong interest and/or background in community service. Strong interest or experience in birds, husbandry techniques or research preferred. Applicants with previous animal training experience, especially with birds, preferred although not required. This is a full time position starting 24 Aug 2009 and ending 23 Jul 2010. Please visit our web page (URL: http://www.alaskasealife.org) for a link to the job description on the AmeriCorps website. For more information please contact MARY ULLMAN (EM: 907-790-6412) or email at (EM: recruiter AT servealaska.org). MS ASSISTANTSHIP - Effects of Tanglehead on Grassland Birds â€“ Tanglehead (Heteropogon contortus) is a warm-season, perennial bunchgrass with a worldwide distribution. There is evidence, however, that this species has recently increased in distribution and dominance in parts of south Texas, forming dense monocultures and reducing floristic diversity and structural heterogeneity relative to areas dominated by native plants. The successful candidate will develop a research project to increase the understanding of the effects of tanglehead invasion on breeding birds. Specific objectives involve quantifying changes in community composition, population sizes, and reproduction of grassland birds over a gradient of dominance by tanglehead. The student will pursue a M.S. degree in Wildlife Science at the Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas A&M University-Kingsville (~45 miles south of Corpus Christi, Texas). B.S. in wildlife science, ecology, zoology, or closely related field. A strong work ethic, good verbal and written communication skills, ability to work independently and as a productive member of a research team, ability to work under adverse field conditions (hot and humid South Texas environment) are essential. Students must able to identify breeding birds and have a minimum 3.0 GPA and competitive GRE scores. Background or interest in population ecology, habitat management, restoration ecology, ornithology. Stipend/Salary: $1,200/month plus benefits (medical package has a 90 day waiting period), nonresident tuition waived (resident tuition fees apply) for 1 year; subsequent years of support are pending availability of funding. Start Date: 1 Sep 2009 Application Deadline: We will begin reviewing applications on 22 Jun 2009 and will continue until a suitable candidate is selected. To Apply: Send a cover letter stating research interests related to this topic, career goals, resume/cv, unofficial copies of transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference (including contact information) to: DR. ANDREA LITT, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Department of Animal and Wildlife Science, Texas A&M University - Kingsville, 700 University Blvd., MSC 218, Kingsville, TX 78363 (EM: andrea.litt AT tamuk.edu, PH: 361-593-4000, FX: 361-593-3924 URL: http://ckwri.tamuk.edu/who-we-are/science-team/andrea-r-litt-phd/). Please reference the position title in your cover letter. TWO SENIOR RESEARCH ASSISTANTS for biological research and plant control at Gough Island World Heritage Site, Tirstan da Cunha, South Atlantic Ocean. The â€śPreparations for the eradication of mice and Sagina from Gough Island World Heritage Siteâ€ť project requires two candidates to work on Gough Island, Tristan da Cunha, South Atlantic Ocean, for a period of 13 months, with an additional 1-2 months of time available for training prior to departure. The two positions are available to undertake a challenging work program on the Gough Island World Heritage Site, which is threatened by invasive mice and plants. The selected post holders will be responsible for biological research to determine the best options for temporary captive management of two endemic bird species, monitoring of albatrosses and petrels, research on mice ecology related to eradication methodology and to lead on the control and eradication of a small invasive plant from cliffs on Gough Island. The positions are likely to place one candidate in charge of the biological research and monitoring, with the second candidate leading on the control and eradication of an invasive plant from the cliffs. If required, training in research, mountain safety, rope-access techniques (IRATA level 1 or equivalent) will be provided in the 1-2 months prior to departure to Gough Island. The two candidates will be joining and living with the South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) over-wintering team, and will also be required to work within the requirements of SANAPâ€™s over-wintering teams. It will be an asset if both post holders have prior experience of working together. The successful applicants will have extensive experience of: ďˇabseil rope-access techniques, and/or climbing experience ďˇworking with and handling wildlife (seabirds and/or rodents) and captive husbandry of birds ďˇundertaking fieldwork in a mountainous environment and inclement weather conditions, ďˇworking and camping on remote islands, The successful applications will have skills/qualifications in: ďˇa degree in a science/conservation discipline with at least 2 years of post-graduate experience in conservation/wildlife related fieldwork and research, ďˇabseil rope access and/or climbing qualifications and skills, ďˇexperience of rope-access/climbing work, and/or experience of working in a mountainous environment. The successful applications will demonstrate: ďˇan ability to live and work in a very small team on one of the worldâ€™s remotest islands for a prolonged period, ďˇhigh levels of physical fitness, adaptability and a strong work ethic, ďˇproven experience in successfully undertaking unsupervised fieldwork, ďˇaptitude for undertaking rope-access/climbing methods. Details of the jobs ďˇConduct plant eradication fieldwork according to a workplan devised by the project manager. ďˇUndertake biological research, fieldwork and monitoring, and bird husbandry according to a workplan devised by the project manager. ďˇMake day-to-day decisions about work priorities and fieldwork protocols. ďˇMaintain accurate records of the work and computer databases of the work. ďˇRegularly report to and update the project manager on progress of the project. For further information and an application pack please contact MRS ANITA MCCLUNE, Conservation Science Dept., RSPB, The Lodge, Sandy, Beds SG19 2DL, (EM: anita.mcclune AT rspb.org.uk)., or visit our website (URL: http://www.rspb.org.uk/vacancies/) to download an information pack. Closing date for applications 5 Jun 2009. Interview date: 23 & 24 Jun 2009 Pay rates will be at current RSPB levels for Senior Research Assistant, subject to qualifications and experience. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST--Location â€“ Sacramento, CA, Company â€“ ICF Jones & Stokes, Final Application Filing Date â€“ Until Filled. Job Description: The Regulatory Compliance team provides our clients with services that include all aspects of compliance with Sections 401 and 404 of the federal Clean Water Act, Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code, and state and federal Endangered Species Acts. Our current team members are highly skilled and motivated, and are looking for additional support to serve our growing list of clients and projects. The permitting specialist will work throughout the northern California region, with the potential for statewide involvement. The successful candidate will have the combination of technical abilities and task/project management skills to serve our internal and external clients. The candidate must have proven technical skills, and 3 to 5 years regulatory compliance experience in the environmental or natural resources consulting industry, a B.A. or B.S. or higher degree and a proven track record are required. We prefer that the candidate have direct experience with the regulatory agencies in northern California. We are looking for a creative, hardworking specialist with experience and initiative who embraces challenges and opportunities alike. Contact: ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic and diverse firm please visit our new Global Career Center: (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=25109&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to your profile. ICF International is an equal opportunity employer. SPECIALTY ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORS--Location - Sacramento, CA. Company â€“ ICF Jones & Stokes. Final Application Filing Date â€“ Until Filled. Job Description: ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokesâ€™ Web site is (URL: http://www.jonesandstokes.com). To qualify as a Specialty Environmental Monitor for this RFP, an individual must possess the following qualifications: Biologist or environmental scientist, with a baccalaureate degree in Biology, Environmental Science or related field and ten (10) yearsâ€™ experience, including three (3) years of construction monitoring and five (5) years of Environmental handling experience. Handling permits from appropriate regulatory agencies for relocation of all Threatened and Endangered (T&E) species within the project area. Contact: ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. If you are interested in a challenging opportunity with a dynamic and diverse firm please visit our new Global Career Center: (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=31806&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to your profile. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer â€“ M/F/D/V. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR â€“ San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory, 524 Valley Way, Milpitas, CA. 95035 (PH: 408 946-6548). The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is looking for a visionary leader with a successful track record to lead our growing organization. SFBBO is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats through science and outreach and by contributing to informed resource management decisions in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our Science Programs, Wetland Ecology (Waterbird) and Upland Habitat (Landbird), focus on providing data driven recommendations for land management to address local conservation challenges of concern to California citizens, resource agencies, and policymakers. SFBBO is positioned for rapid growth involving research that will inform restoration of the South Bay Salt Ponds and developing monitoring protocols for upland habitats in the Bay Area . Additionally, it maintains 27 years of riparian research on Coyote Creek, a significant part of the watershed and migrant corridor in the Santa Clara Valley. Responsibilities: Organizational Development--**Manage the development and implementation of the Strategic Plan(s) **Develop and implement program structures and policies to support our organizational mission **Communicate our organizational vision to partners and the community **Oversee and implement a plan for ongoing evaluation of the organization's effectiveness **Provide leadership for fostering collaborative relationships throughout the organization and our partners Fundraising and Development **Develop and implement a sustainable, diversified fundraising plan **Maintain and build upon current funding sources including grants, contracts, and donations **Develop a major donor campaign **Develop, support, and coordinate a capital campaign program **Develop and support grant and contract applications for science, education and outreach programs Fiscal Management **Prepare and report to the Board of Directors (board) monthly finance reports, supervise audits, expenditure reports and all other fiscal reports and keep Board informed of financial status of the organization **Prepare annual budget and development plans to meet financial needs of programs and administrative operations **Supervise finance staff, coordinate management of financial and administrative procedures to maintain fiscally sound programs and accounting systems **Regularly track performance against budget to ensure financial goals are achieved, cash flow is maintained, and to build a financial reserve **Adhere to Generally Agreed Accounting Principals and Checks and Balances as outlined in Financial Policy Program Development, Administration, and Evaluation **Provide leadership, direction, and support for the staff/organization **Hire, train, and supervise staff and independent contractors as needed **Promote an organizational culture/structure that fosters cooperation, communication, teamwork and trust **Ensure compliance with all organizational and legal requirements for hiring and employment practices **Provide for development activities that upgrade staff skills, motivate performance and promote staff retention **Conduct annual staff performance reviews Board Support **Assist Board leadership to recruit, orient, train and mobilize new Board members to support our mission **Advise on and facilitate policy development and change to assist the Board with organizational support and development **Set standards/structure for and provide appropriate and effective communication between the Board and staff **Facilitate operations and provide staffing as appropriate for Board committees **Provide the Board with pertinent and timely information for decision making and organizational evaluation **Provide the Board with science program updates and developments Community Relations **Communicate organizational vision to a variety of stakeholders including partners, funders, resource agencies, and the community **Serve as the primary representative of the organization at fundraising events, technical meetings, and public outreach events **Proactively market and promote our mission and supporting services to the media and community **Cultivate and sustain collaborative partnerships with partners and resource agencies in the conservation field . QUALIFICATIONS Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following abilities: **Two to five years of experience with non-profit management **An advanced degree is preferred (M.S. or Ph.D.), but a B.S. with complementary experience will be considered **Passion for conservation science; familiarity or experience with avian ecology preferred **Demonstrated organizational leadership and team development skills **Successful experience networking and building collaborative partnerships **Effective communication and facilitation skills **Energy, enthusiasm, patience, and a sense of humor Ideal candidates will have experience in these additional areas: **Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences **Successful grant writing and fundraising experience **Demonstrated critical thinking skills relevant to the big picture and small-scale details **Familiarity or experience with relevant state and federal environmental laws and regulations **A strong background in Conservation Science Salary Range: $58,000 to 61,000 depending on qualifications and experience plus a competitive benefits package. To apply please submit both a cover letter and a resume to (EM: ExecutiveSearch AT sfbbo.org). Review of applications will begin immediately. Application deadline is 12 Jun 2009. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a phone interview and successful candidates will be invited for in-person interviews. For additional organizational information, please see our website (URL: http://www.sfbbo.org). Questions can be directed to PATI ROUZER, SFBBO Board President via e-mail (EM: prouzer AT sfbbo.org). LANDBIRD PROGRAM SUPERVISOR. The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is looking for an experienced ornithologist to lead the Landbird Program. Located in the South San Francisco Bay in Milpitas, CA, SFBBO has been conducting avian conservation research and monitoring since 1981. The Landbird Program is one of the two major program components of SFBBO, and includes the Coyote Creek Field Station, a long-term bird bandings station, as well as urban riparian restoration and grassland birds monitoring programs. The Landbird Program Supervisor is responsible for all aspects of SFBBOâ€™s Landbird Program. The incumbent will work with the Executive Director and Science Director to administer grants and contracts, develop new program directions and proposals, and prepare technical reports and peer-reviewed publications. The incumbent will also participate in networking and partnering meetings; oversee data collection, entry, proofing, and storage; and train, supervise, and hire program staff. Qualifications: Ph.D. or M.S. in ecology or a related field with an ornithology emphasis and extensive experience in field ornithology. Successful candidates should be a motivated and hard working individual interested in team building and establishing collaborative relationships with other partners. Desired skills include experimental design; statistical and spatial data analysis; database management; technical report and publication preparation; and experience training staff and volunteers with standard ornithological field techniques such as bird banding, mist netting, point counts, nest searching, and vegetation survey methods. Skills with survival analysis from banding data using Program MARK or comparable methods and experience developing regional monitoring programs, writing grants, and leading/initiating collaborative projects preferred. Salary: $38,500 - $40,000; medical and dental benefits provided. SFBBO is an EOE employer. To apply: Please send a cover letter, resume and/or CV and three references to JILL BLUSO DEMERS, Acting Executive Director/Science Programs Director. Email preferred: (EM: jdemers AT sfbbo.org). A scientific writing sample may be requested during the interview process. Review of applications will begin immediately, position open until filled. SEEKING BI-LINGUAL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR in Costa Rica: The Sarapiqui Conservation Learning Center (URL: http://www.learningcentercostarica.org) is seeking an environmental educator who speaks a high level of Spanish to coordinate environmental education programs in 4 rural elementary schools in the lowlands of the Sarapiqui Region of Costa Rica. The position is a VOLUNTEER position, however, room and board is covered. You will live with a local family. Minimum time requirement is one semester. Currently hiring for 2nd semester 2009 (Jul â€“ Dec.). Education programs will have diverse curriculums including birds and â€śBirdSleuth Costa Ricaâ€ť as well as water, soil and basic ecology themes. Applicant should be prepared to live in hot climates, posses good communication skills, have experience teaching or guiding elementary age students, have a background in natural resources or conservation, be self-motivated, and have a good work ethic. Please send letter of interest and resume to ANDREW ROTHMAN (EM: director AT learnincentercostarica.org) to apply. For more information please visit our website or contact our volunteer coordinator JENN FIELD (EM: liberose AT hotmail.com). THREE VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS NEEDED for Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge from 6 Aug to 14 Nov 2009 to restore habitat, remove marine debris, and monitor seabirds, Laysan ducks, and wetlands. Midway Atoll is located within the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands, about 2,000 km northwest of Honolulu, Hawaii. Midway Atoll is home to approximately 3 million seabirds, including 18 different breeding species and the worldâ€™s largest Laysan and Black-footed Albatrosses colonies. Additional information can be found at (URL: http://www.fws.gov/midway). Position duties include growing plants in the greenhouse, outplanting plants, hand-pulling non-native plants, removing discarded fishing nets and ropes that wash ashore and atop the reef, and monitoring reproductive success and survivorship of Laysan and Black-footed Albatrosses and Red-tailed tropicbirds. Volunteers are provided with round trip air fare to Midway from Honolulu, and room and board while on Midway. A four-year biological science degree and previous ornithological and botanical work are preferred, but not essential. Volunteers must be able to get along well with others in a remote environment; be in great physical condition, have no medical issues since Midway is remote and little medical care is available; be able to swim, ride a bike, hike up to 3 miles a day in the sand, work 8 hours a day out in the sun with high temperatures and humidity, and lift 40 pounds. Email or mail your resume with three references (include phone and e-mail addresses): (EM: PMNMLogistics AT fws.gov â€“ put "Volunteer at Midway" in subject line) or MIDWAY ATOLL NWR VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR, USFWS, Midway Atoll NWR, 1082 Makepono St., Honolulu, HI 96819. BIRD BANDING INTERNSHIP position 1 Jun thru 31 Oct 2009. The Klamath Bird Observatory (URL: http://www.KlamathBird.org) is seeking a highly motivated individual to participate in our long-term landbird monitoring program in the Klamath-Siskiyou Bioregion of southern Oregon and northern California during the breeding and fall migration seasons. Duties and instruction will include mist netting, bird survey, data entry and management, public and school group outreach, and other fieldwork support as required. Non-field duties include equipment maintenance and data entry. Successful candidate will have a strong interest in birds and field biology, possess a positive attitude, give priority to safety considerations, work and live harmoniously in close company with coworkers, show patience with short-notice schedule changes, be prepared to work long days in the field under (sometimes) adverse conditions (heat, cold, mosquitoes) and camp out on a regular basis, follow protocols, be meticulous in collecting and recording data, be in good physical condition, possess good communication skills, be dedicated to study in spare time, and have a valid Driverâ€™s License (candidates may be asked to provide driving record copy). Additional preferred qualifications include good bird identification skills, mist net/banding experience, rough road driving experience. Training and operations will adhere to North American Banding Council guidelines with focus on safe, ethical mist netting and banding and advanced ageing/sexing techniques. Housing, $500 monthly stipend, and transportation between study sites are provided. A minimum of three-month commitment required with longer periods preferred. This position will involve long days, hard work, a lot of driving and camping, and hopefully a lot of fun. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to BOB FREY (EM: bif AT KlamathBird.org) Klamath Bird Observatory, P.O. Box 758, Ashland, OR 97520; (PH: 541-201-0866). HAWK WATCH COORDINATOR POSITION â€“ available at the Ashland Hawk Watch, sponsored by the Delaware Nature Society and the Delmarva Ornithological Society. Sep through Nov, 2009. Stipend of $5,000 plus housing offered for the period. Duties include identification of migratory hawks 5 full days per week (Tuesday through Saturday); maintaining hawk and weather data; entering data into HMANA website; interpreting hawk migration for the public including visiting groups; drafting a summary of season for publication as well as a season summary presentation; and managing hawk watch volunteers. Must be able to competently identify eastern migratory hawks by sight at a distance. Experience with environmental interpretation/education a plus. Send resume by 15 July to: JOE SEBASTIANI, Delaware Nature Society, P.O. Box 700, Hockessin, DE 19707 (EM: joe AT delawarenaturesociety.org; PH: 302-239-2334 ext. 115). WILDLIFE EDUCATION COORDINATOR â€“ Project Sponsor: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex (URL: http://www.fws.gov/oregoncoast). NWSA Mission: This position is in partnership with the Northwest Service Academy (NWSA), an AmeriCorps program of ESD112. NWSA's mission is: To preserve and restore the natural environment, and to develop community leaders through service and community partnerships. (URL: http://www.nwserviceacademy.org). Project Location: Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex Headquarters, 2127 SE Marine Science Drive, Newport OR, 97365. Position Summary: The Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and implementing outreach and environmental education programs for school aged children and general public on the function of marine and coastal estuarine ecosystems with particular emphasis on the wildlife of these ecosystems. The direct service project will be to bring increased understanding and awareness of coastal wildlife conservation to schools, visitors and residents through both classroom and field based environmental education programs, slide shows, festivals, and special events. General Responsibilities (to include, but not limited to): â€˘ Foster an appreciation, understanding and responsibility for coastal wildlife and habitat among local communities. â€˘ Assist with organizing and leading field based refuge research, restoration and enhancement projects under the Nature of Learning program with middle school students. â€˘ Organize and deliver classroom programs for the Junior Duck Stamp Art and Scholarship Competition. â€˘ Assist in organizing and teaching monthly in-class lessons to 4th and 5th grade classrooms participating in the Shorebird Sister Schools Program. â€˘ Assist with the planning and implementation of refuge outreach programs and special events for all ages. â€˘ Serve as a rocky shore and seabird interpreter at popular state park and refuge viewing decks along the coast that overlook seabird and marine mammal rookeries. â€˘ Organize and lead water-based (canoe/kayak) interpretive tours at Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge. â€˘ Assist with general office duties directly related to outreach and education. â€˘ Conduct environmental interpretation during holidays, festivals and busy tourism weekends. â€˘ Complete and submit all necessary NWSA/AmeriCorps paperwork and reports in a timely manner. â€˘ Attend and complete all NWSA/AmeriCorps training and service requirements including orientation, trainings, team meetings and national service days. â€˘ Wear an NWSA uniform and/or appropriate identifiers and required safety gear while performing service or attending official events. Position Requirements: â€˘ Ability to drive a large vehicle such as a 15 passenger van and/or four-wheel drive vehicles with trailers. Training provided. â€˘ Must have a valid driver's license, clean driving record and ability to provide documentation of such. â€˘ 18 years of age or older, at beginning of service term. â€˘ U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident. â€˘ Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent, or commit to earning one prior to receiving an education award. â€˘ Ability to commit to the full term of service for which they are applying. â€˘ Must successfully pass a fingerprint criminal history background check provided through NWSA and/or Project Sponsor Agency. â€˘ Regular and reliable attendance. â€˘ Have not previously served two terms in an AmeriCorps*State or National program. Members may serve up to three terms in a National Service Program, but only two terms may be within an AmeriCorps*State or National program. Members are only eligible for an education award for their first two terms of service, regardless of the type of term (full or part-time) and regardless of the successful completion of that term. Preferred Qualifications: â€˘ A cooperative manner and the ability to work as part of a team and independently. â€˘ Possess an educational background in environmental education, natural resources, or related field. â€˘ Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings and extensive overnight travel. â€˘ Withstand adverse weather conditions including incessant rain and biting wind. â€˘ Experience with and a desire to work with children in both a classroom setting and outdoors. â€˘ Familiarity with marine and estuarine ecosystems. â€˘ Good written and oral communication skills. Member Benefits Include: â€˘ A taxable, monthly living allowance (before taxes, approximately $1036). â€˘ Upon successful completion of a term of service, eligible members/leaders receive an education award of $4,725. The education award can be used to repay qualified student loans or for further education in an accredited institution of higher learning, vocational or trade schools. The education award is taxed in the year that it is used. â€˘ Loan forbearance (after successful completion of a term of service, AmeriCorps will pay the accrued interest on qualified loans, which is taxable). â€˘ Basic medical insurance (covers members only, not dependents; vision and dental not included). â€˘ Child care allowance for those who qualify. â€˘ Professional development, trainings and networking opportunities. â€˘ Free housing at Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge (1/2 hour drive north of main office) including utilities, no pets. Transportation Information: â€˘ Government vehicle is available for service activities. â€˘ Personal vehicle is necessary to get to service site if using free housing at Siletz Bay. Application Deadline: 14 Jul 2009. NWSA Center: Lower Columbia Center, Interviews: 15- 22 Jul 2009, Type of Position: Individual Placement, Service Dates: 14 Sep 2009 - 17 Aug 2010, Length of Term: 1700 hours (11 months). How to apply: Step 1 - Email rĂ©sumĂ©, cover letter and contact information for three references to the Project Sponsor for this position â€“ DAWN GRAFE (EM: dawn_grafe AT fws.gov). The Project Sponsor will conduct all initial interviews and recommend a candidate for this position. All recommended candidates will also interview with Northwest Service Academy. Step 2 - Complete your application and submit following materials to SUSAN NAVROTSKY (EM: susan.navrotsky AT esd112.org). Application materials can either be completed online at the AmeriCorps website or downloaded from the NWSA website â€śHow to Applyâ€ť page and submitted via email (preferable), mail or fax. A complete Member application includes the following: â€˘ AmeriCorps Application, â€˘ Two Written References, â€˘ Certification Form - This document must be mailed or faxed to the NWSA office with an original signature. Questions about the position? Contact: DAWN GRAFE, Visitor Services Manager, Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex (PH: 541-867-4550, EM: dawn_grafe AT fws.gov). General questions about AmeriCorps, NWSA or our recruitment process? Contact: SUSAN NAVROTSKY, Statewide Individual Placement Program Coordinator, NWSA Lower Columbia Center, 55 SE Main Street, Portland, OR 97214 (PH: 503-234-2383 ext 106, FX: 503-232-0166, EM: susan.navrotsky AT esd112.org). VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT: Five volunteers needs from 10 Aug 2009 trough 20 Jan 2010 for a long term monitoring conservation project of critically endangered Blue-throated Macaw (Ara glaucogularis) in the Llanos de Moxos, Bolivia. We collect information on reproductive success, foraging behavior, chick growth rates, population trends and behavior ecology. Duties include conducting nest searches, guarding active nests from nest predators, daily nest-checking assistance (tree-climbing), performing periodic health checks of nestlings, territory spot mapping, banding, parrot & macaws point counts, conducting behavioral observations and data entry. Applicants must be responsible, self-disciplined, tolerant to extreme weather and insects, willing to work in group and able to stay at a remote place without long distance communication facilities (such as neither phones nor internet). Volunteers will live at rustic field camps between 70 to 150 km from the nearest town. Bird handling experience and Spanish speaking applicants may be preferred but not required. A minimum stay of two months within the period will be preferred. Volunteers must arrange their own transportation to Trinidad - Beni Department, Bolivia. We provide lodging (tents), food and required equipment during the fieldwork activities. The Llanos de Moxos is a mosaic of native grasslands, forest islands and Cerrado habitats comparable to the Pantanal in the rich wildlife it possesses. Neotropical fauna includes over 300 species of birds and mammals such as the impressive jaguar. Good chances to see anteaters, monkeys, macaws, caimans, capibaras and armadillos. Besides, a great opportunity to get to know some of Bolivia while gaining experience in a variety of field ornithology methodologies. TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume with two references to IGOR BERKUNSKY (EM: igorberkunsky AT yahoo.com.ar). Indicate availability (I am looking for volunteers who can commit for the entire study). Individuals interested in applying to this position are strongly advised to check the cost of flights from their native country to Bolivia prior to applying to the position. Feel free to email for further information.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- May 12, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Tue, 12 May 2009 23:23:58 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST IV - Wildlife Supervisor, Guam Department of Agriculture, Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources. Pay Range - $31,064 - $46,596. The Division of Aquatic and Wildlife Resources (DAWR) is equivalent to a US State fish and wildlife agency. DAWR is responsible for the protection and management of the wildlife resources in the US Territory of Guam. The incumbent supervises a staff of biologists and technicians with programs ranging from endangered species recovery, invasive species control and/or eradication, game and non-game management, habitat restoration and more. The incumbent will be responsible for the application and management of federal grants and performance reports. Other duties include but are not limited to preparing budgets, communicating and partnering with local and federal resource agencies, technical reviews (EA, EIS), the design and implementation research, preparing and publishing papers in peer-reviewed journals. Minimum requirements are a four year degree in wildlife biology or related field (M.S. preferred) and supervisory experience preferred. The application can be found online (EM: http://hr.doa.guam.gov/Recruitment/tabid/2408/Default.aspx) . Please mail the application and a resume to Department of Administration, HR Division, POB 884, Hagĺtńa, GU 96932. Also, a copy must be sent to CELESTINO AGUON, Guam Department of Agriculture, DAWR, 163 Dairy Rd., Mangilao, GU 96913. If there are any questions, please contact Mr. Aguon (EM: tino_aguon AT hotmail.com, PH: 671-735-3979). BREEDING BIRD SURVEYOR: This contract position will be responsible for coordinating and completion of a breeding survey project for the Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory, Slave Lake, Alberta. The majority of the field work will be involve the identification and mapping of calling and singing boreal forest birds along a series of pre-determined routes. Surveyor will work on a 2 person team conducting daily point counts, marking survey locations, and entering data. Applicants should have previous avian field research experience, be comfortable working independently and spending long hours in a forest setting. Applicant should be in good physical condition as project requires walking long distances through a wide variety of rugged boreal forest habitat types. Surveys commence at sunrise and days average 8 – 10 hours in length. Requirements: B.Sc. in science and/or experience conducting ornithological research projects; sincere interest in bird conservation issues; ability to identify boreal forest bird calls and songs is essential. (Note: candidates will be required to demonstrate their knowledge of bird song ID during interview process). Other requirements include: proficiency in MS Word and Excel, valid driver’s license, valid First Aid and CPR prior to project commencement, experience with orienteering and GPS. Anticipated term for contract: 1 Jun – Jul (22-25 days of work). This is a contract position, at a rate of $175 - $220 CDN per day (based on experience) for a maximum of 25 days. Note: There is a possibility of project extension for this position to assist with other LSLBO research programs dependent on funding availability. On site accommodations are available at a reasonable cost. Application deadline : 22 May 2009. To apply, please send your resume and list of references to (EM: birds AT lslbo.org). For more information on the LSLBO, see URL: http://www.lslbo.org. ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO)/Nebraska Game and Parks Commission (NGPC). Approximate Employment Term: 1 Jun - 30 Nov 2009. Location: Western Nebraska, Based in Scottsbluff. Salary: $12.00/hr. SCHEDULE: Monday- Friday, occasional weekends and evenings required. Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving birds and their habitats (URL: http://www.rmbo.org). We achieve our mission through Science, Education, and Stewardship programs throughout the western United States and Mexico. RMBO, in partnership with NGPC, have formed a unique partnership, Nebraska Prairie Partners (NPP). NPP has outlined conservation and educational activities and actions that will inform and education students, teachers, landowners, and resource professionals about the shortgrass prairie and ponderosa pine ecosystems of western Nebraska. We work with a diversity of partners including state, federal, other non-profits, and private landowners. We are looking for a motivated, dynamic education assistant who will bring bird conservation topics to a variety of audiences. Qualifications/Requirements: Undergraduate degree in environmental education, with an emphasis in environmental science, ornithology, wildlife/ecosystem conservation, or related fields. Preference will be given to an applicant with a sound working knowledge of shortgrass prairie ecosystems and shortgrass prairie wildlife ecology. The successful candidate will have: * Public speaking skills and the ability to work with the public of all ages, delivering interpretive programs. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate through multiple media (print, TV, radio, Internet, public events, etc.) * Experience and demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Publisher, and Internet Explorer computer programs. * The ability to multi-task and prioritize. * The ability to carry out duties and directives under limited supervision. * A valid Nebraska Driver’s License and personal transportation; incumbent must be willing to travel to program sites in western NE. Duties/Description: Duties of the Environmental Education Assistant include: * Assisting with implementation of educational programs including classroom presentations for all ages, field trips, and outreach activities at RMBO’s/NGPC bird-banding stations at Scottsbluff and Chadron, Panhandle Eco-Extravaganza about Prairies (PEEP), teacher trainings, and partner events. * Dissemination of RMBO’s/NGPC’s conservation messages to publics of all ages. * Help coordination of volunteers. * Assist with development of educational programs and materials. * Assist with development of reports for various projects and grants. * Assist with general Nebraska Prairie Partners operations. To apply: Please send resume, cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications for this position, and names, phone numbers and email addresses of at least 3 references to: Nebraska Prairie Partners, Attn: AMANDA KEEP, PO Box 489, Scottsbluff, NE 69363 (EM: amanda.keep AT rmbo.org) Closing date: 22 May 2009. EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO)/Nebraska Game and Parks Commissions (NGPC). Approximate Dates of Operation: 17 Aug through 2 Oct 2009. Locations: Chadron State Park (Chadron, Nebraska) or Wildcat Hills State Recreation Area (Gering, Nebraska) Salary: $12-$13.50/hr. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Occasional weekend and evenings required. Number of positions: 2. Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) is a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving birds and their habitats (URL: http://www.rmbo.org). We achieve our mission through Science, Education, and Stewardship programs throughout the western United States and Mexico. RMBO, in partnership with NGPC, have formed a unique partnership, Nebraska Prairie Partners (NPP). NPP has outlined conservation and educational activities and actions that will inform and education the public. NPP runs an educational, fall migratory banding stations at two locations throughout the Nebraska panhandle. Qualifications/Requirements: The successful candidates will have: -The ability to excel at the extrication of birds from mist nets, as well as, safe and proper handling and processing of birds. -The ability to identify, age, and sex a variety of bird species captured, primarily, but not limited to, passerines. -Experience and familiarity with the Identification Guide to North American Birds by Peter Pyle. -Public speaking skills and experience providing educational programming to audiences of all ages, especially school students. -Ability to effectively communicate the banding process in an engaging way. Duties/Description: Duties of the Bird Bander include: -Set-up and dismantling of station, which includes but is not limited to: clearing net lanes, erecting and maintaining nets, and proper storage of nets at the end of the banding season. -Must be able to operate 12-25 nets without assistance. -Responsible for banding data entry onto Microsoft Excel spreadsheet (provided). -Attention to detail and excellent record-keeping skills desired Banding equipment is provided. Some travel reimbursement and housing may be available. To Apply: Send resume, including federal and any state banding permits and dates held, as well as, locations of banding experiences to: Nebraska Prairie Partners, Attn: AMANDA KEEP, PO Box 489, Scottsbluff, NE 69363 (EM: amanda.keep AT rmbo.org). Closing Date: 12 Jun 2009 M.SC. OR PH.D. - RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP IN AVIAN ECOLOGY, Department of Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island. Project title: Effects of forest management on woodcock and associated avian wildlife in southern New England forests. A research assistantship is available at the M.Sc. level to study the distribution and abundance of wild birds associated with early successional forests in southern New England and to develop a forest management plan for enhancing such wildlife. Selected species of songbird and gamebird that prefer early successional habitats will be censused to determine how forest management type and history influences their occurrence. An ongoing radiotelemetry study will be used to estimate home range and daily activity patterns of woodcock, an important gamebird associated with these forests. Significant habitat assessment and mapping will also be involved. Most field work will be conducted in Rhode Island on public and private forested land. Qualifications: Only hard-working, motivated, intelligent, good-natured persons interested in birds need apply. Applicants must have completed an undergraduate degree in animal/wildlife biology or ecology, earned at least a 3.2 GPA, must have taken the GRE, and must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Field experience with bird capture and handling, techniques for censusing songbirds, radiotelemetry and woodcock, and GIS is highly desirable. Experience with quantitative analysis skills and field research is required. Ability to work collaboratively and to supervise research assistants and undergraduates working in the field is also required. Stipends are approx. $20,000/yr and tuition is paid. Starting date is Sep 2009 or Jan 2010. To apply submit the following: a letter stating your qualifications and research interests, a resume or CV, college transcripts, GRE scores, and 3 letters of reference by no later than 1 Jun 2009 (early application is encouraged) to: DR. SCOTT R. MCWILLIAMS, Dept. Natural Resources Science, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI 02881 (PH: 401-874-7531; EM: srmcwilliams AT uri.edu). See the following websites for further information about the research and training program of the Department (URL: http://nrs.uri.edu/), of the College of the Environment and Life Sciences (URL: http://www.uri.edu/cels/), and of the University of Rhode Island (URL: http://www.uri.edu/). Selected candidates will be asked to apply to the Graduate School of University of Rhode Island. GRADUATE STUDENT POSITIONS for two students (Ph.D. or M.S.) are available in the lab of Dr. Stephan Schoech in the Department of Biology at the University of Memphis. Dr. Schoech’s research lies at the interface between physiology and behavior and is primarily focused on the behavioral, reproductive, and environmental endocrinology of the Florida Scrub-Jay, a cooperatively breeding and threatened species. Dr. Schoech has been continuously funded by NSF for many years: a copy of his current grant (2009 – 2011) will be made available to potential students (i. e., upon receipt of initial contact I will send a packet of information). The Department of Biology at the University of Memphis offers a competitive stipend for teaching assistants and the research of students working under the supervision of Dr. Schoech will be fully supported should their project overlap current funding objectives. Information on graduate study in biology at the University of Memphis can be found at (URL: http://biology.memphis.edu). For further information please contact Dr. Schoech via either email (EM: sschoech AT memphis.edu) or telephone (PH: 901.678.2327). EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER (1) AND FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed from 30 Aug. to 31 Oct. 2009 to study the stopover ecology of small passerines at a coastal site in Alabama. Along with adding to a long-term banding dataset, this research will also provide study subjects for a project focused on the migratory movements of birds using automated radio telemetry. BANDER needs to have experience with banding large volumes of birds and be familiar with the aging and sexing of eastern species. FIELD ASSISTANT duties include extracting birds from mist-nets and some vegetation sampling. Additionally, opportunities may exist for all positions to assist with telemetry work. All individuals are required to work 7 days a week, assist with data entry, insect and fruit counts, have the ability to work well with others, and be able to tolerate heat and biting insects. The bander will receive $1400/month and assistants will receive $1200/month. Excellent housing conditions provided. Send letter of interest, resume, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 3 references to JACLYN SMOLINSKY, 118 College Dr. Box 5018, Dept. of Biological Sciences, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS 39406 or by email (preferred – EM: jacs3 AT optonline.net). Applications will be accepted until 15 Jun and hiring decisions made by mid-Jul. INTERN sought for radio-telemetry study of Black and Turkey Vultures on the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge / Kennedy Space Center, beginning in Jun 2009. Intern will be expected to work 40 hrs/week, and are asked to commit to a minimum of 12 weeks , but a suitable applicant could continue in the position for up to 1 year if desired. The intern will be paid a stipend of $100/week, and housing will be provided in a brand new, air-conditioned, modern housing facility on the refuge. The main duties will be to conduct searches for radio-tagged vultures, assist with capture and marking of additional vultures, conduct morning and evening vulture roost surveys, and entry of data collected by the intern. In addition, up to 20% of the time will be spent assisting with other projects on the refuge (exotic plant eradication, southeastern beach mouse occupancy surveys, etc.). Field conditions in Florida in summer can be very hot, humid, and buggy. Applicants with radio-telemetry experience are preferred. Interested applicants please submit a brief cover letter, resume and three references to: ERIC STOLEN (EM: eric.d.stolen AT nasa.gov). Please use “vulture intern application” as the subject line, and include all 3 items in a single file with name format: Lastname_initals_intern. Last date to apply is 31 May 2009 NEW VOLUNTEER PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR SOUGHT to continue 30-year study of breeding Tree Swallows in southern Ontario. Over 200 boxes in 3 sites differing in local climate and food supply. Huge data-base of breeding stats for marked birds. Local accommodation and volunteer assistants available. For full details, see URL: http://www.bsc-eoc.org/longpoint/index.jsp?lang=EN&targetpg=lpbotres SWAINSON’S WARBLER FIELD TECHNICIAN--Employer: Arkansas State University. Location: St. Francis Nation Forest. Job Description: FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) needed to aid in collecting data on Swainson's Warblers in bottomland hardwood forests. Would like to have technician begin working ASAP and end in middle to late Aug (end date flexible). Housing is provided for the entire field season. Having a vehicle that can be used for use in the field on well maintained gravel roads a plus (vehicle usage will be reimbursed through mileage). This study is designed to better understand the effects prescribed burns have on vegetation and spatial use of Swainson s Warblers on their breeding grounds. The study will include, mist netting, tracking birds using radio telemetry, collection of vegetation characteristics, Arthropod sampling and nest monitoring. Work will consist of long, hot days dealing with mosquitoes, poisonous snakes, poison ivy and chiggers. Qualifications: Must be working toward or have a degree in biological sciences or related field. Please email a cover letter explaining why you would be qualified for the position, resume and contact information for three references with there emails to the email listed below. Experience with mist netting, radio telemetry and measuring vegetation characteristics a plus; good communication skills; good organization and collaborative skills; strong work ethic; and a positive attitude. Salary: $1300-$1400/month Last Date to Apply: 16 May 2009. Start Date: ASAP. Contact: JEREMY EVERITTS, MS Candidate, (EM (Preferred): jeremy.everitts AT smail.astate.edu, PH: 870-680-8475). TEMPORARY, FIELD BIOLOGISTS - Seasonal field biologists are needed for Mexican spotted owl surveys in New Mexico. LOCATION: Various locations in New Mexico - based out of Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Lodging, camping, and meal expenses will be paid while in the field. Positions will run from approximately 1 Jun - 15 Aug 2009. DUTIES: Work will include Mexican spotted owl and northern goshawk monitoring and corresponding data collection in often rugged and remote areas, where camping may be required. Work will be performed during day and night time hours. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Ability to identify southwestern wildlife species, with emphasis on avian species, by sight and sound. Some avian monitoring experience, particularly raptors, is preferred. Bachelor's of Science (i.e. Zoology, Wildlife Biology) or current enrollment in a biological degree program at an accredited institution. Ability to hike and navigate (GPS use and mapping skills) are required. Ability to work well with others and work odd hours. Must have a valid driver's license and be in good physical condition. Individuals with current MSO formal training will receive preference. If interested, please email current resume, contact information, and 3 references to Jul M. GALLOWAY: (EM: June AT permitswest.com). WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN needed from Jun 2009 through Apr 2010 to assist with delivery of bird conservation programs at Canadian Wildlife Service, Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA. Primary duties will include: technical support for completion of bird conservation region plans such as conducting literature reviews, database development and basic analyses on plan elements including habitat associations of priority species, population objectives, limiting factors, and conservation objectives; providing technical support for analyses and projects that support completion of plans; and providing assistance with formal consultations. Essential qualifications: Canadian citizen; earned, or be working towards completion of, a B.Sc. in wildlife biology, zoology, ecology, or a related natural resources degree; knowledge of avian ecology and conservation biology, with preference for candidates familiar with boreal or prairie ecosystems; knowledge of experimental and survey design for study of avian ecology; knowledge of database design and statistical analysis; familiarity with MS Office (including Access) and statistical packages; organizational skills; valid driver's licence. Asset qualifications: knowledge of ecology and natural history of arctic birds; expertise in multivariate statistics; familiarity with range of actors involved in conservation of boreal & prairie systems; initiative, enthusiasm and creativity. Compensation: Approximately $4100/month. To Apply: send a cover letter and resume, along with and the names and contact information (phone number, e-mail, and work address) for at least 3 professional references that can verify your experience to: DR. SAMANTHA SONG via e-mail (EM: Samantha.Song AT ec.gc.ca) or, via regular mail: Environment Canada, #200, 4999 98 Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6B 2X3. Application deadline is 22 May 2009. RESEARCH VOLUNTEERS needed mid-Nov to mid-Dec for banding efforts of Maui Parrotbill, endangered forest honeycreepers, in Hanawi Natural Area Reserve on Haleakala, Maui, Hawaii. These birds are rare (502+116) and listed as critically endangered by the USFWS. Primary field duties would include aiding staff with mist-netting and banding of Maui Parrotbill, ‘Alauahio and other forest birds. Field duties are extremely physically challenging, working at 5,000-7,000 ft elevation, in extremely wet (annual rainfall up to 400 inches), cold, muddy and steep rainforest conditions. Desirable Qualifications: (1) Mist-netting and banding experience with passerines, primarily set-up and handling of mist nets and extracting birds and (2) hiking in steep backcountry terrain. Provided Benefits: (1) An introduction to Hawaiian forest bird conservation by trained biologists with the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project; (2) Getting to work with one of the most endangered birds in the United States in an amazing pristine rainforest setting; (3) Helicopter transport in and out of the field for both banding excursions; (4) Housing at our intern and volunteer cottage during time out of the field; (5) Transport to and from the airport and into town for shopping and re-supplying for field trips; (6) All field gear required for both banding trips. Work schedule will include 2 field trips 16-24 Nov and 1-10 Dec with a break in between for your own free time to explore Maui. Volunteers will provide their own food during their stay as well as transport to and from Kahului, Maui. The Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project is asking for a $500 donation to help off-set the costs of helicopter transport and field supplies. (Donation may be subject to waiver depending upon experience). To apply please send a cover letter outlining your ornithological experience and expertise with special attention to mist netting experience to HANNA MOUNCE (EM: mounce AT hawaii.edu). EXPERIENCED FIELD ASSISTANTS sought for research and monitoring study of crested auklets at remote site in Alaska, from approximately mid-Jun to the end of Aug. Work will involve hiking, climbing up and down on steep slopes, and long observations in cold and inclement conditions. Salary, room/board, travel and some clothing/gear expenses provided. Please send letter of interest, resume/CV, and 3 references with contact information to (EM: hddouglas AT yahoo.com). Review of applications begins immediately. TWO BIRD BANDING INTERNSHIPS in the Pacific Northwest (OR/WA) are available through the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. We seek motivated, enthusiastic volunteers in good physical condition with a strong desire to learn more about birds and natural history. All successful applicants are expected to face the rigors and unpredictability of field conditions with good humor and flexibility. Prior banding experience or a background in wildlife biology or a closely related field is a plus, but not necessary because all internships include training in mist-netting, and the identification, handling, banding, and ageing and sexing of landbirds. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to track demographic variation in North American landbird populations (URL: http://www.birdpop.org). MAPS data from this network of stations are analyzed to quantify the impacts of land management practices on bird populations, and to identify relationships between annual demographics and variation in climate and seasonal weather. The ultimate goal of these investigations is to provide landbird conservation recommendations with considerations of habitat management, migratory behavior, weather patterns, and climate change. Two positions are available in the Northwest region (Oregon/Washington). Upon arrival, interns will be assigned to a specific location within that region. The internship begins ASAP and run through 8 Aug. This position REQUIRES A VEHICLE. Mileage will be reimbursed at the rate of $0.35/mile for project-related use. Shared housing and a per diem of $25 for food and incidental expenses, amounting to $2,100 for the season (pro-rated by arrival date), are provided. Interns are expected to spend a minimum of 6 of every 10 days in the field, contingent upon daily weather conditions and logistical considerations. Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a resume, cover letter, contact information for at least 2 references (including email addresses), and must complete and submit the MAPS Internship Application Form. This form and further information can be found on our website, (URL: http://www.birdpop.org), or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956.(FX 415-663-9482, PH: 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- April 28, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:29:21 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** VICE PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR, Natural Resources Management – BHE Environmental, Inc., a multidisciplinary environmental consulting firm has an immediate opening in our Cincinnati office for the VP/Director of our Natural Resources Management Group. Position requires an MS or PhD in biology, botany, zoology, wildlife biology or related environmental/natural science discipline and 10+ years of experience. Prior consulting experience is a must. Candidates must have a strong applied technical knowledge of, and management experience with regulatory compliance projects focusing upon NEPA (EA, EIS), CWA (§404 and §401 permitting), and ESA (§7 and §10), and be familiar with the compliance and planning needs of agencies including DoD, FERC, and state DOTs. Experience should reflect capabilities in designing and managing linear corridor projects, private real property development, and federal resource conservation programs. Responsibilities will include project and client management, business development, providing Group leadership, overall managerial direction and administration, and guidance to meet established financial standards. This role carries the responsibility of Group Strategic Planning, overall Group productivity, profitability, client satisfaction, and quality of work. The successful candidate will oversee the group’s business planning, the professional and personal development of staff, and employee relations. This position requires excellent organizational skills; strong oral and written communication skills; the ability to work well with others, as well as working independently to accomplish duties with minimal supervision; and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced/high pressure environment with a commitment to outstanding customer service.For immediate consideration visit (URL: http://www.bheenvironmental.com), select Careers, complete a profile and upload your resume and cover letter. BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS AND INTERNS NEEDED (4) by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) to conduct bird surveys for our Regional Monitoring Program in Northern Arizona. Technicians will work in three national forests in Arizona (Kaibab, Coconino, and Prescott). Technicians will attend a training workshop starting 4 May and work through the end of Jul. The training workshops consist of a 5-day comprehensive training on the protocols conducted by RMBO. The workshops will take place throughout the study area, after which technicians will be required to work independently the majority of the time to conduct bird surveys and complete data entry. The standard work week will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians should be able to identify western birds by sight and sound, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Applications will be accepted through 30 Apr 2009 but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. Qualifications: Experience with point-counts, western tree and shrub ID, backcountry hiking/backpacking, and navigation (w/ maps, compass, and GPS) is preferred. Primitive camping, often without phone service or facilities, will be required. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm are required. Monthly salary of $1700-$2400, plus mileage and some lodging will be reimbursed. INTERNSHIPS are also available for those looking to gain experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume with at least three references to CHRIS WHITE (EM: chris.white AT rmbo.org). FIELD INTERNS: The Ventana Wildlife Society is seeking enthusiastic, outgoing individuals to assist us in conserving native wildlife and their habitats through research, species restoration, and education. Interns will gain experience in education and outreach, California condor restoration and bird banding. Avian research: VWS operates a constant effort mist-netting and banding station. Interns receive extensive training in mist-netting and banding of passerines (MAPS protocol); area searches and point counts; and data entry and data management. The focus is on conducting avian field research and includes the opportunity to conduct interpretive bird banding demonstrations for the public. Species reintroduction and management: VWS is currently reintroducing endangered California condors to the central coast. Position involves monitoring free-flying California condors utilizing radio telemetry, and participating in food placement, nest observation, and public education. Education and outreach: In addition to interpreting while at the banding lab and interacting with the public while tracking California condors, interns will also assist with the daily operations of our Discovery Center. Responsibilities include interacting with the public, selling merchandise, answering questions about VWS and Big Sur, and basic administrative duties. VWS programs operate out of Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur. Some projects may require travel to remote locations such as our condor rearing and release facility, off site bird-banding, public presentations and other conservation related projects. In these cases, field vehicles are provided. A stipend of $586 monthly and housing are provided. Internships span 6 months and positions are available starting in early spring. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable field experience in research, restoration and education while living on the breathtaking California central coast. Preferred applicants will have: **Prior birding/ornithological, interpretive, and/or field biology experience; **Valid driver’s license; **Experience with driving on dirt roads, working in remote outdoor locations, and basic field safety; **Ability to hike in steep, rugged terrain, lifting loads in excess of 50 pounds, and working outdoors in inclement weather conditions; **Outgoing personality with an interest in natural interpretation and sharing research with public; **Ability to identify western birds by sight and sound; **A strong interest in all three internship components – education, research and restoration – and a commitment to active involvement in all three. Start date: 31 Aug 2009. We also have one immediate opening available. For more information about the research, restoration and education activities of our organization, visit (URL: http://www.ventanaws.org). Please submit cover letter and resume with three work related references to ALENA PORTE (EM: alenaporte AT ventanaws.org) AVIAN POINT COUNTER-- PRBO Conservation Science’s Eastern Sierra Program is seeking a motivated individual to conduct multi-species point counts in and around the Mono Basin in the eastern Sierras, CA. Work starts 25 May 2009 and ends the first week of Jul. Work will include avian point count surveys and associated data entry. Transects are in Pinyon Pine, Riparian and Aspen habitat. Candidates with a strong background in western bird identification by sight and sound and previous experience point counting are strongly preferred. The ideal candidate will be able to follow standardized protocols, work both independently and closely with others, collect and record meticulous data and have a passion for birds. Some training will be provided. Point Counters must have a field worthy vehicle and a valid drivers license and be eager to work long days in the field. Point Counters will be paid DOE, and reimbursed per-mile transportation costs. Shared bunk style housing will be provided in Lee Vining, CA. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to STELLA MOSS (EM: smoss AT prbo.org). Please include dates of availability and vehicle type in your cover letter. SEASONAL RAPTOR MIGRATION OBSERVERS (~ 10 positions), BANDERS (~ 3 positions), and SITE INTERPRETERS (~ 6 positions) needed to staff fall migration projects in Texas, Arizona, Utah, Montana, New Mexico, Wyoming, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, with trapping and banding occurring only at the latter five sites. Projects will run between mid-Aug and mid-Nov 2009, with specific dates varying by site. Applicants will be considered for two types of positions. Subject to site-specific funding availability and appropriate qualifications, experienced individuals may be recruited for Lead Observer and Lead Bander positions compensated with monthly reimbursement of $40 per diem ($1,200/month). To be considered for such positions, applicants must have at least one and preferably two full seasons of prior experience either counting or trapping/banding migratory raptors. Otherwise, applicants will be recruited as volunteers that receive a per diem of $35 ($1050-1,085/month). Dispensation occurs every two weeks and per diem is considered non-taxable (i.e. crew members receive $525 + biweekly). All selected applicants also will receive a $150 site-access travel stipend, and reimbursement for other work related travel and expenses. All applicants must have good eyesight, be in good physical condition, be able to endure long hours in the field and variable weather, have demonstrated birding and/or raptor-in-flight I.D. skills, and must be able to work well in a team environment. Observers will work in teams of 2 or 3 to conduct daily, standardized counts of the migrations. All trapper/bander applicants must have experience with bird capture, handling, and banding techniques, preferably involving raptors. All Site Interpreters will be recruited as volunteers and will serve as general project assistants with a primary responsibility for facilitating visitor interactions and providing basic environmental interpretation for guests. Weather permitting; all crewmembers will work mostly six days per week, with additional project support provided by qualified, local volunteers. Most projects are in high-elevation remote areas, experience highly variable weather, and require camping on site, with alternative days-off and weather accommodations generally provided in nearby local communities. At remote project sites, all crewmembers must supply their own camping gear; basic housing will be provided in Texas. Send cover letter, detailed resume, 3 current references with phone numbers or e-mail addresses, and dates of availability preferably by email to (EM: mneal AT hawkwatch.org). Visit (URL: http://www.hawkwatch.org) for project descriptions and past technical reports. Positions are open until filled. VOLUNTEER POSITION: Wildlife Care Intern – Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center. Supervisor: Wildlife Care Coordinator. Description: Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary & Audubon Center is dedicated to connecting people with nature while promoting a sense of environmental stewardship through natural science educational programs. These programs help bring awareness of different types of wild animals found on Long Island. Our Wildlife Care Interns work directly with many types of wild animals, which include several species of raptors, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and mammals. Each of these has daily care requirements that are met with help from volunteers and staff. Time Requirements: We are looking for individuals that can contribute 18-30 hours per week. These hours are flexible but require a commitment of set times and days. We offer 6-week, 3-month and 6-month internship opportunities. Duties and Responsibilities: **Learn about needs, care and life history of assigned animals, **Provide routine care for resident animals, including cleaning, feeding and watering, **Monitor and note any unusual behavior or occurrence to staff, **Answer questions from public regarding resident wildlife, **Update and maintain animal care logs. Qualifications: **Ability to work with live animals, **Interest and concern for the natural world and conservation, **Organized work habits, neatness, attention to detail, **Reliability and enthusiasm, **Ability to work in inclement weather, **Clear knowledge and understanding of the organizations goals and mission, **Ability to work independently and as part of a team, **Ability to lift 50 lbs. Requirements: **Background or coursework in one or more of the following: biological sciences, ecology, environmental science/studies, herpetology, ornithology, zoology, veterinary science or a related field, **Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), **Ability to work a regular shift. Contact: ALICE BRYANT, Wildlife Care Coordinator, 134 Cove Rd, Oyster Bay, NY 11771, (PH: 1-516-922-3200 ext. 24, EM: abryant AT audubon.org). EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory, 524 Valley Way, Milpitas, CA. 95035 (PH: 408 946-6548).The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory (SFBBO) is looking for a visionary leader with a successful track record to lead our growing organization. SFBBO is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the conservation of birds and their habitats through science and outreach and by contributing to informed resource management decisions in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our Science Programs, Wetland Ecology (Waterbird) and Upland Habitat (Landbird), focus on providing data driven recommendations for land management to address local conservation challenges of concern to California citizens, resource agencies, and policymakers. SFBBO is positioned for rapid growth involving research that will inform restoration of the South Bay Salt Ponds and developing monitoring protocols for upland habitats in the Bay Area . Additionally, it maintains 27 years of riparian research on Coyote Creek, a significant part of the watershed and migrant corridor in the Santa Clara Valley. RESPONSIBILITIES: Organizational Development: **Manage the development and implementation of the Strategic Plan(s); **Develop and implement program structures and policies to support our organizational mission ; **Communicate our organizational vision to partners and the community; **Oversee and implement a plan for ongoing evaluation of the organization’s effectiveness; **Provide leadership for fostering collaborative relationships throughout the organization and our partners Fundraising and Development: **Develop and implement a sustainable, diversified fundraising plan; **Maintain and build upon current funding sources including grants, contracts, and donations; **Develop a major donor campaign; **Develop, support, and coordinate a capital campaign program; **Develop and support grant and contract applications for science, education and outreach programs Fiscal Management: **Prepare and report to the Board of Directors (board) monthly finance reports, supervise audits, expenditure reports and all other fiscal reports and keep Board informed of financial status of the organization; **Prepare annual budget and development plans to meet financial needs of programs and administrative operations; **Supervise finance staff, coordinate management of financial and administrative procedures to maintain fiscally sound programs and accounting systems; **Regularly track performance against budget to ensure financial goals are achieved, cash flow is maintained, and to build a financial reserve; **Adhere to Generally Agreed Accounting Principals and Checks and Balances as outlined in Financial Policy Program Development, Administration, and Evaluation: **Provide leadership, direction, and support for the staff/organization; **Hire, train, and supervise staff and independent contractors as needed; **Promote an organizational culture/structure that fosters cooperation, communication, teamwork and trust; **Ensure compliance with all organizational and legal requirements for hiring and employment practices; **Provide for development activities that upgrade staff skills, motivate performance and promote staff retention; **Conduct annual staff performance reviews. Board Support: **Assist Board leadership to recruit, orient, train and mobilize new Board members to support our mission; **Advise on and facilitate policy development and change to assist the Board with organizational support and development; **Set standards/structure for and provide appropriate and effective communication between the Board and staff; **Facilitate operations and provide staffing as appropriate for Board committees; **Provide the Board with pertinent and timely information for decision making and organizational evaluation; **Provide the Board with science program updates and developments. Community Relations: **Communicate organizational vision to a variety of stakeholders including partners, funders, resource agencies, and the community; **Serve as the primary representative of the organization at fundraising events, technical meetings, and public outreach events; **Proactively market and promote our mission and supporting services to the media and community; **Cultivate and sustain collaborative partnerships with partners and resource agencies in the conservation field . QUALIFICATIONS: Successful applicants will be able to demonstrate the following abilities: **Two to five years of experience with non-profit management; **An advanced degree is preferred (M.S. or Ph.D.), but a B.S. with complementary experience will be considered; **Passion for conservation science; familiarity or experience with avian ecology preferred; **Demonstrated organizational leadership and team development skills; **Successful experience networking and building collaborative partnerships; **Effective communication and facilitation skills; **Energy, enthusiasm, patience, and a sense of humor. Ideal candidates will have experience in these additional areas: **Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences; **Successful grant writing and fundraising experience; **Demonstrated critical thinking skills relevant to the big picture and small-scale details; **Familiarity or experience with relevant state a and federal environmental laws and regulations; **A strong background in Conservation Science. Salary Range: $58,000 to 61,000 depending on qualifications and experience plus a competitive benefits package. To apply, please submit both a cover letter and a resume to (EM: ExecutiveSearch AT sfbbo.org). Review of applications will begin immediately. Application deadline is 12 Jun 2009. Qualified candidates will be asked to complete a phone interview and successful candidates will be invited for in-person interviews. For additional organizational information, please see our website (URL: http://www.sfbbo.org). Questions can be directed to PATI ROUZER, SFBBO Board President via e-mail (EM: prouzer AT sfbbo.org). GRADUATE STUDENT POSITIONS - I am looking for MSc or PhD students to join my lab in the Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience (University of Lethbridge) starting anytime from fall 2009 onwards. Research in my lab currently focuses on the neuroendocrine basis of courtship and social behaviour in grouse and ground squirrels. Students working in the lab will have the opportunity to engage in both field and lab work and collaborate with other labs at the CCBN and other departments and universities. Fieldwork will be carried out in a variety of locations including grasslands and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southern and central Alberta. Although preference will be given to students with some field or lab experience, particularly neuroanatomy, immunohistochemistry and/or hormone assays, it is by no means necessary. Salary support is available, but students will be strongly encouraged to apply for scholarship support. Prospective students should contact me directly, DR. ANDREW IWANIUK (EM: andrew.iwaniuk AT uleth.ca), Department of Neuroscience, University of Lethbridge, Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada. Please send me a summary of your research interests and why you might be interested in working in the lab as well as a copy of your CV with any publications, relevant qualifications, coursework, descriptions of lab and field experience, and the names and institutions of people you will ask for letters of reference. Please send applications on or before 1 Dec 2009. The Canadian Centre for Behavioural Neuroscience is a 60,000 ft2 facility devoted to behavioural neuroscience (URL: http://ccbn.uleth.ca/). The University of Lethbridge has an enrolment of over 8,000 students (URL: http://www.uleth.ca) and an active graduate program offering both MSc and PhD degrees. The City of Lethbridge (URL: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lethbridge) is situated on the Oldman River between the prairies and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and offers numerous recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts including hiking, rock climbing, cross country and downhill skiing, fly fishing and canoeing, all within a 1-2 hour drive. VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (north-central Bass Strait, Victoria, south-eastern Australia). 2-3 assistants (approximate dates: late Jul - late Aug/early Sep). Research on seabird abundance and habitat preferences. General Description: Successful applicants will assist with censusing seabirds on several offshore islands. Assistants must be self-motivated, physically fit, able to work well with others and comfortable with camping on remote, exposed islands. Camping gear provided. Study sites are located on offshore islands occupied by colonies of several seabird species. Please include your reasons for applying, email addresses of two referees and a CV containing your background and experience. Review of applications begins 15 Jun 2009. Contact NICOLE SCHUMANN, Deakin University (EM: nsc AT deakin.edu.au). OWL BANDERS NEEDED (2) to assist with long-term study of raptor migration near Boise, Idaho conducted by the Idaho Bird Observatory. One bander needed for 2 mos., approximately 28 Aug – 28 Oct 2009, the other needed for 1.5 mos., approximately 15 Sep – 28 Oct 2009. Owl Banders ($600-$800/mo.; depending on experience) must have prior banding/bird-handling experience, be able to live and work pleasantly as a member of a large field crew during a short but intensive field season, and enjoy camping and living in a remote location. Most of all, applicants must be able to embrace and enjoy a nocturnal schedule featuring long, possibly cold, and lonely nights. Perks include limited food stipends; ability to gain experience working on many different related projects including songbird banding, hawk banding, and hawk watch; and living in the Rocky Mountains during a great time of the year. Past season totals have ranged from 150-900 captures of Northern Saw-whet and Flammulated Owls. Please send a resume, cover letter, and at least three references (with phone # and e-mail if possible) as soon as possible but no later than 15 Jul 2008. If sending applications as attachments (MS Word) via e-mail (PREFERRED), please send to (EM: gregorykaltenecker AT boisestate.edu). Otherwise, send to: GREG KALTENECKER, Director, Idaho Bird Observatory, Department of Biology, Boise State University, 1910 University Dr., Boise, ID 83725. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. RAPTOR COUNTERS NEEDED (2-3) to assist with long-term study of raptor migration near Boise, Idaho conducted by the Idaho Bird Observatory. WANTED: mature, experienced, self-motivated field biologists to conduct daily hawk counts from approximately 25 Aug – 1 Nov 2009. Raptor Counters ($600-$1000/mo.; depending on experience) must have prior field experience, be able to live and work pleasantly as a member of a large field crew during a short but intensive field season, and enjoy camping and living in a remote location. Most of all, applicants should have good raptor ID skills, and must enjoy spotting, identifying, and observing raptors all day long for 2 months. Perks include limited food stipends; ability to gain experience working on many different related projects including songbird banding, hawk banding, and owl banding; and living in the Rocky Mountains during a great time of the year. Past season totals have ranged from approximately 5,000 to 8,000 raptors of 18 different species counted. Please send a resume, cover letter, and at least three references (with phone # and e-mail if possible) as soon as possible but no later than 15 Jul 2008. If sending applications as attachments (MS Word) via e-mail (PREFERRED), please send to (EM: gregorykaltenecker AT boisestate.edu). Otherwise, send to: GREG KALTENECKER, Director, Idaho Bird Observatory, Department of Biology, Boise State University, 1910 University Dr., Boise, ID 83725. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. FALL MIGRATION BANDING FIELD ASSISTANTS (3) needed for Idaho Bird Observatory study of fall landbird migration in southwestern Idaho (15 Jul – 16 Oct 2009; 3 months). We encourage applications from international interns, especially someone living within the wintering range of western passerine migrants. Se puede pedir información adicional en espańol o inglés. Duties will consist mainly of landbird mist-netting/banding, data entry, and public outreach. The study site, Lucky Peak, is a very exciting place for songbird migration and among the best birding sites in the state. We average ~ 5,500 songbirds of up to 60 species each fall and the site is also home to concurrent diurnal raptor and owl migration studies. Qualifications of applicants should include: 1) proficiency with safe netting and banding procedures, 2) ability to identify Western birds by sight and sound, and 3) willingness to give your all. People with mist-net extraction/banding experience preferred. However, enthusiasm, care for birds, quick learning, and an ability to work well with and get along with others are the most important criteria. Hands that stay warm in cold weather are a plus. New assistants will be given a stipend of $600/month; we may need 1 experienced assistant crew leader AT ~$1000/month, depending on experience. Remote housing/tenting and partial food assistance provided. Songbird assistants needed from 15 Jul (some flexibility in start date possible) thru about 16 Oct. Please send a resume, cover letter, and at least three references (with phone # and e-mail if possible) via e-mail to (EM: jaycarlisle AT boisestate.edu). Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. PRE-ANNOUNCEMENT FOR USGS BIOLOGIST – Avian Influenza and Wild Birds. The U.S. Geological Survey, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center is seeking a full-time field biologist to assist with international collaborative studies on wild birds and avian influenza. The highly pathogenic avian influenza (H5N1) continues to circulate and reemerge in Asia and parts of Africa, Europe and the mid-East. We are working with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and international partners to better understand wild bird involvement in H5N1 transmission, as well as effects of the disease on wild populations. Duties will primarily involve writing peer-reviewed publications, analyzing and managing datasets, and conducting fieldwork for telemetry studies with international partners. We are seeking applicants with a strong record of publication, organizational skills to coordinate large spatial datasets, and the ability to travel and conduct fieldwork in foreign countries (China, Egypt, Mongolia, India, Africa, etc.). Prior experience capturing and handling waterfowl is desired. Applicants should have an MS in Ecology, Wildlife Biology, or related field. Those with a background in waterbird ecology will be favored, as will those with strong statistical, modeling, and GIS skills. Other duties will include coordinating on-going research projects, writing reports, data entry, updating animal care and use permits, communicating with project cooperators, and performing other tasks as directed by supervisor. Incumbent will work at the USGS Patuxent Wildlife Research Center (Beltsville, Maryland) through a contract position. Requirements: **Masters Degree in Ecology, Wildlife Science or related field. **Possess knowledge and field experience in wetland systems and ornithological research. **Excellent verbal and written communication and skills. **Ability and willingness to travel to foreign countries for fieldwork for 1 to 4 weeks duration, with 2 weeks to a few months advanced notice. **Ability to maintain positive attitude and enthusiasm under difficult field conditions. **Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently. **Work effectively as a team member to complete field and office research. **Strong skills in statistics, GIS, and modeling. **Experience catching and marking waterfowl. **Willingness to work long hours, including early mornings, nights, or weekends, as needed. **Incumbent should be in good physical condition, be able to lift heavy (~40 lbs) of gear, work in variable environments including high elevation, cold or hot temperatures, etc., and be comfortable with motors and small boats. Salary range $41K-$50K depending on qualifications and funding. Position is 1 year, starting in late May or early Jun 2009, with possibility of extension based on funding and performance. If interested send cover letter, resume, and 3 references in a single file via email to (EM: PWRC_AI AT yahoo.com). THIS IS A PRE-ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY - position is dependent on funding. No calls please. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT needed immediately to assist PhD student studying Black-whiskered Vireos in the Dominican Republic and Florida. Position extends from 22 May to approximately 20 Jul 2009. Transportation to field sites and housing and food will be covered, but no stipend will be provided. Duties will be varied, and include conducting mist-netting, banding, recording male song, and nest searching. Experience working with birds is preferred but not required. Candidates must be enthusiastic and willing to work long hours in rugged and remote conditions. Knowledge of Spanish is preferred. Please send resume and contact information for 3 references to (EM: Catherine_Dale24 AT hotmail.com).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- April 27, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 27 Apr 2009 17:22:19 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** CURLEW RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed from early May – mid Jul 2009 (dates somewhat flexible) to assist a graduate project on Long-billed Curlews in western Nebraska. The main objectives of the study include a statewide assessment of range and habitat as well as a study of basic breeding biology of this relatively little-known species. Fieldwork takes place at Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge, a 45,800-acre refuge of rolling sandhills, mixed-grasses, and numerous wetlands. Job duties would include GPS navigation, habitat and vegetation assessments, nest searching, handling and banding curlews, radio marking adults and chicks, and radio telemetry. Applicants must be comfortable living and working in remote regions and be physically capable of long hikes and strenuous days in hot and buggy conditions. Experience handling birds, using GPS, driving 4X4 vehicles, and using radio telemetry is preferred but not necessary. Salary will be $10/hour ($1600/month) for 40 hours a week. Overtime is not available. Housing at Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge, field vehicle, and on-site travel expenses will be provided but food and transportation to the field site is not provided. Direct all questions to CORY GREGORY (EM: cgregory AT iastate.edu). To apply, send a CV and the names of three references ASAP to the above email address. FIELD TECHNICIAN INTERNSHIP–Six month internship with Audubon Pennsylvania through the Student Conservation Association beginning mid to late May (start date negotiable) through mid-Dec. Audubon Pennsylvania is seeking two self-motivated individuals to conduct breeding bird surveys on the Allegheny Front Important Bird Area located on the western cusp of the Ridge and Valley Physiographic Province in Pennsylvania. Applicants must be highly skilled at identifying breeding birds of eastern North America through auditory and visual cues and be familiar with a variety of monitoring methods and protocols. This project will focus on distribution patterns of certain interior forest bird species during the breeding season, habitat use, habitat quality and quantity. The job will entail extensive time in the field so applicants must be in excellent physical condition and willing to spend long hours in the field doing bird surveys in the morning and habitat characterization and vegetative analysis in the afternoon. Other skills required include the ability to navigate alone in the field using a GPS unit, maps, and compass, as well as keeping neat and detailed field notes. During the fall interns will participate in raptor migration monitoring from specific sites along the Allegheny Front so raptor Identification skills are also important. Other responsibilities will include data entry, assisting in basic statistical analysis and co-writing reports. Applicants must be dependable, able to work well with others, and have a willingness to learn new skills. A Valid driver’s license and vehicle are required and applicants must be able and willing to undergo a required criminal history background check. Housing will be provided along with a stipend provided through the Student Conservation Association. For more information go to (URL: http://www.thesca.org) or call KIM VAN FLEET, Audubon PA (PH: 717-213-6880 ext.240). PAID PASSERINE BANDER POSITION – 15 Aug – 22 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia, Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (URL: http://www.cvwo.org). Title: Lead Passerine Bander. Duties: Operate the Passerine Banding Station at Kiptopeke State Park (KSP) using the protocol established by the station master, Dr. Robert J. Reilly. A second highly experienced individual has been contracted to serve as a second bander during the 1 Oct - 7 Nov period when the highest daily volumes are typically encountered. Daily volume on a few days during that period may exceed 500 birds. In late Sep one or two 250-300 bird days may be encountered. In all, the station bands between 5,500 and 9,000 passerines of 90-105 species each fall plus numerous recaptures. Additional help from a pool of several permitted volunteer banders may be available on busy days throughout the season. A full time intern will be hired to assist and be supervised by the lead bander for the period 1 Sep - 22 Nov. A central directive in the station protocol is that captured birds will always be treated with their health and safety a top concern. Qualifications: The candidate must have extensive passerine banding experience, be capable of operating a high-volume banding station, possess good leadership and personal skills, and have a demonstrated ability to interact with and educate visitors of all ages, both individually and in groups, on a daily basis. The candidate must be highly competent in identification, ageing, and sexing of all birds likely to be encountered during fall migration in eastern North America. The candidate must have excellent mist net extraction skills and be able to train and supervise volunteers and other station personnel in station duties. Terms: $1750 per month for 3+ months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1^st and 16^th of the month and prorated for the additional days. To assist with the cost of travel to Kiptopeke, CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 15 Aug through 22 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Passerine Banding Station is expected to be in operation from 30 minutes before sunrise to early or mid-afternoon (depending on volume) each day throughout the season. During rain and/or high winds it is expected that the station may not be opened and personnel will have the day off. On several slower days throughout the season qualified volunteer banders or the second contract bander may relieve the lead bander from duty with prior permission from the station master. The station master will approve in advance specific permitted volunteers deemed capable of conducting the banding operation in the lead bander’s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the lead bander and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Bander should be prepared to make brief presentations to individuals visiting the station in order to expand their knowledge and identification skills. Such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the station operation, but is anticipated to be regular and significant. It is commonplace on weekends during late Sep and Oct to have 50-75 visitors at the station each day. Data: The banding data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the banding records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWO’s station master. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010, the lead bander must prepare and deliver to CVWO’s station master an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Passerine Banding Station for the 2009 season. The station master will provide guidance on the format of the report. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for at least two individuals who can attest to your ability to meet all listed qualifications, to the Kiptopeke station master, DR. ROBERT J. REILLY (EM: rjreilly AT vcu.edu). Position open until filled. AVIAN RESEARCH TECHNICIAN (1) needed ASAP through 1 Jul for projects conducting surveys for riparian raptors, and nest monitoring of Common Black-Hawks in riparian habitats of the Verde River watershed, Arizona. One technician will be responsible for working with a graduate student conducting Common Black-Hawk nest monitoring, prey-base sampling, and vegetation/habitat sampling. One technician will work with others conducting surveys of riparian raptors, and vegetation/habitat sampling of survey areas. Considerable traveling and camping will be necessary. Flexibility, a positive attitude, good physical condition, a tolerance of hot weather and long days that begin before dawn, are required. Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates, with experience in identification of raptors by sight and sound. Knowledge of Arizona’s riparian birds is preferred but not required, though ability to quickly learn to identify birds by sight and calls is essential. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. Pay is $10.50/hour, with $20 per diem when camping. Schedule will likely be a rotating schedule of 10 days on and 4 days off. To apply, submit (email preferred) resume, cover letter, and contacts for 3 professional references to MATTHEW JOHNSON (EM: Matthew.Johnson AT nau.edu), Colorado Plateau Research Station, Northern Arizona University, Box 5614, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011, (PH: 928-523-7764). Reference "Raptor Technician position" in the subject heading of the email. BOOKSTORE NATURALIST (SALES ASSOCIATE) Part-time: NJ Audubon Society’s Cape May Bird Observatory in Cape May Point is looking for a year-round part-time (4 days/week). Must have familiarity with birds and birders, sales experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be able to work weekends. Salary competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include paid holidays and vacation. Send letter of introduction and resume to BRIAN MOSCATELLO, Cape May Bird Observatory, PO Box 3, Cape May Point, NJ 08212 or e-mail (EM: brian.moscatello AT njaudubon.org) FIELD ORNITHOLOGIST needed for Southern California avian research studies. The San Diego Zoo’s Institute for Conservation Research is seeking a full time research associate to assist with various field research projects on raptors and other avifauna in San Diego and northern Baja California, Mexico. Duties would include conducting bird surveys using a variety of sampling techniques (variable distance point counts, call playbacks, etc.), assisting with capture, banding, and radio-tracking birds, habitat sampling, and data collection, entry, and analysis. Qualified applicants should have previous experience working with raptors (particularly golden eagles and/or burrowing owls) and other avifauna; be able to identify birds by both sight and sound; be familiar with various bird surveying techniques; and have working knowledge of GPS/GIS and data analysis. Possession of a master banding permit from USFWS Bird Banding Laboratory is highly desirable. Candidates will also need to be physically capable and willing to perform fieldwork in rugged terrain and be willing to work long hours outdoors in potentially adverse weather conditions. Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or higher and at least one year of field experience. Good communication skills, ability to work independently, and ability to speak both English and Spanish languages are preferred. Position start date is 15 May, but is negotiable. Starting salary is $18/hr. and includes an excellent benefits package. Funding is grant based and may be renewed annually through 2012. Applications are due by 20 Apr 2009. If interested, please apply online at (URL: http://www.sandiegozoo.org/jobs). For additional information or questions regarding this position, please contact LISA NORDSTROM (EM: LNordstrom AT sandiegozoo.org). PASSERINE BEHAVIORAL ECOLOGY IN AUSTRALIA- Volunteer field assistants (3-4) needed from Sep 2009 – Jan 2010 (dates somewhat flexible, must be able to stay for at least 3 months) for a study of the breeding behavior of the red-backed fairy-wren in Queensland, Australia. Duties include nest searching and monitoring, target netting, collection of blood samples, behavioral observations, territory mapping, and data entry. Previous experience with nest searching, mist netting, and bleeding preferred, but not required. The study site is rugged and remote, and poisonous snakes, ticks, and land leaches are common. Therefore, applicants must be able to hike steep hills off-trail, withstand conditions at the site, and maintain a positive and energetic attitude despite long hours and hot and humid conditions. Work schedules and duties will vary, so flexibility is a must. Assistants will enjoy fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities (Wallabies, platypus, echidna, kookaburra, etc.) and proximity to Queensland rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. Food and housing will be provided. However, assistants will have to provide their own airfare to and from Australia. To apply, please send cover letter detailing interests and previous experience, resume, and list of 3 references to DAN BALDASSARRE (EM: dbaldassarre AT wsu.edu:). Please state dates of availability. Initial review of applications will begin 7 Jun 2009 and will continue until positions are filled. BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS AND INTERNS NEEDED (10) by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) to conduct bird surveys for our Regional Monitoring Program that includes surveys in Montana, Arizona, South Dakota, North Dakota, the Chihuahuan Desert (Texas and New Mexico), and the Southern Plains (Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas). RMBO is committed to the conservation of birds and their habitats. Technicians will be expected to attend one of the training workshops in late Apr through mid May and work through the end of Jul. The training workshops consist of a 5-day comprehensive training on the protocols conducted by RMBO. The workshops will take place throughout the study area, after which technicians will be required to work independently the majority of the time to conduct bird surveys and complete data entry. The standard work week will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians should be able to identify all western and some eastern birds by sight and sound, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Applications will be accepted through 30 Apr 2009 but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. Qualifications: Experience with point-counts, western tree and shrub ID, backcountry hiking/backpacking, and navigation (w/ maps, compass, and GPS) is preferred. Primitive camping, often without phone service or facilities, will be required. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm are required. Monthly salary of $1700-$2400, plus mileage and some lodging will be reimbursed. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume with at least three references to CHRIS WHITE (EM: chris.white AT rmbo.org). FIELD ASSISTANT needed for PhD project exploring parent-offspring recognition in Cave Swallows. The assistant will help census nests, observe from a blind, photograph and video record nests, and score videos. A laptop computer is required for video scoring. Applicants must be motivated to work long hours both independently and with a team, as well as able to tolerate variable weather conditions, biting insects, and sun. One individual is needed from approximately 15 May – 20 Jul 2009; stipend is $2400. Housing is provided by the Welder Wildlife Foundation (URL: http://www.welderwildlife.org), near Sinton, TX. Assistants arrange their own transportation to and from field site; a car is recommended. Communal kitchen and wireless internet available. Applicants should email letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to STEPHANIE STRICKLER (EM: stephanie-strickler AT ou.edu). AVIAN FIELD ASSISTANT needed for study examining the effects of forest harvesting on breeding ovenbirds in Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario. Duties will include nest searching, nest monitoring, vegetation surveying, and potentially blood sampling. A valid driver’s license is desired but not required. Applicants must be patient, independent, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and show a willingness to work early mornings (3-4AM) and long hours, up to 7 days a week, in a forested terrain. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in locating nests and working in remote locations. Blood sampling experience is preferred but not required. The position will run from approximately 11 May – 11 Aug (3 months). Wages are 15-18/h CAD depending on experience. Shared accommodation and food will be provided at the Algonquin wildlife research station. If interested please email letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to RHIANNON LESHYK (EM: rhiannonleshy AT trentu.ca). Applications will be reviewed immediately upon receipt. AQUATIC BIRD SURVEYS AND DATA MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP position. Needed from 10 May – 10 Oct 2009. The Klamath Bird Observatory (KBO, at URL: http://www.KlamathBird.org) is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in colonial nesting aquatic bird surveys, data management, and the organization of Important Aquatic Bird Site description documents. This internship will provide training on both general field survey skills and associated data management skills. Duties will include assisting in counting island and tree nesting colonial bird species, entering, editing, and processing multiple data types, compiling and editing site descriptions; and other tasks as needed. This is a great opportunity to be involved in both field surveys as well as gain experience in data management while taking part in KBO’s Oregon Coordinated Aquatic Bird Monitoring program. Applicants should also have an interest in birds, natural history and field biology, be in good physical condition, be willing to work in the field under adverse conditions (heat, cold, biting insects) and camping on a regular basis for 3 weeks in May, follow prescribed protocols, be meticulous in collecting and recording data, work well with others, possess good communication skills, and have a valid Driver’s License (non-US citizens must bring documents necessary for obtaining an Oregon Driver’s License; candidates may be asked to provide DMV driving record). Applicants should also have good computer and organizational skills and be interested in spending time after the field season in the office managing and preparing data with patience and attention to detail, and compiling and editing site description documents. A stipend of $500 per month is available depending on qualifications and by mutual agreement. Housing will be provided. A six-month commitment is required. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to JENNIFER BRUCE (EM: jrb AT KlamathBird.org), Klamath Bird Observatory, P.O. Box 758, Ashland, OR 97520 (PH: 541-282-0866). Applications will be considered as they are received. FIELD TECHNICIANS needed to assist Ph.D. student with investigation of behavior, movement, and demographics of Black-backed Woodpeckers in Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to assist with a radio telemetry study starting in early May and ending in mid-Aug. Work includes habitat assessment, radio tracking, nest searching, color-banding, population and nest monitoring, and behavior observations. Proficiency working with birds, a working knowledge of radio telemetry techniques, and a demonstrated ability to work alone and under difficult field conditions is preferred. Housing and a monthly stipend of $1,500 is provided. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2 references (name, phone, and email) to CHRIS ROTA (EM: christopher.rota AT ufl.edu). The position will be open until filled. FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED (2-4 positions available) Scoter wing molt ecology in SE Alaska: Technicians are needed to assist with the second field season of a Master's project on the ecology of the wing molt period in Surf Scoters and White-winged Scoters in SE Alaska. Field dates are approximately 20 Jul – 25 Sep and the pay is CAD$2000/month plus travel and living expenses while in the field. The position involves living in a fairly remote field camp on Admiralty Island in SE Alaska (just south of Juneau) for two months and assisting with captures, surveys, and radio-telemetry tracking of scoters during the flightless wing molt period. There will be a few days in Juneau at the beginning and end of the season to assemble gear and supplies, but otherwise the duration of the season will be spent in camp, with a crew of 4-8 people. Ideal candidates will have experience in capturing and handling birds, particularly waterfowl; on-water avian surveys; and radio-telemetry tracking. In addition, as all field activities are boat-based, experience and confidence operating small, open boats with outboard engines in coastal waters is highly valuable. Knowledge of maintenance and repair of small engines would definitely be a plus. Due to the nature of the work and living conditions, all technicians should have training and/or experience in first aid, marine safety, bear safety, and navigation (GPS and map&compass). As well, a background in biology, ecology, or related disciplines is preferred. Both Canadian and American citizens are eligible for these positions. For more information or to apply, please contact RIAN DICKSON, M.Sc. candidate in the Centre for Wildlife Ecology at Simon Fraser University (EM: rdd AT sfu.ca). Applications should include a letter of interest, resume and contact information for 3 references. Application deadline is 31 May, but early application is encouraged as positions will be filled on an ongoing basis. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2-4) needed for the Maroon-fronted and Thick-billed Parrot research projects in Mexico. This project has been carried out by the local university ITESM Campus Monterrey (URL: http://uninet.mty.itesm.mx/1_8_1_1.htm) since 1995. We are looking for collaboration to carry out nesting monitoring during the 2009 field season from Jul to early Nov. The main activities are: for Thick-billed Parrot: Nest-trees and reproductive behavior monitoring. The research is carried out using climbing techniques to directly access the nests or through the use of probes. We register the cavities and eggs’ measures, and after the eggs have hatched we periodically register the chicks’ development. Other duties include flock counts, and searching for new nests. For Maroon-fronted Parrots: cliff nest monitoring and reproductive behavior observation. These activities are carried out through the registration of the cavities usage by the reproductive pairs. Each cavity is marked with a unique code in color pictures of the nesting cliffs. Information is registered on field forms. Volunteers will help in monitoring one cliff per day; usually this is done by one person during 8 hours continuous. WHO CAN PARTICIPATE? Natural Sciences or Biology students, people interested in conservation, especially birds or interested in learning more on conservation projects in Mexico. Accommodation and Requirements: During field trips volunteers will use project facilities; will stay at local people houses or camping. Participants must be disciplined, responsible, patient, and have the ability to get along with different people in remote places, as well as to carry out field work with little supervision, patience, willing to work daily up to ten hours, resistant to adverse climate conditions such as intense cold or hot, hail or rain. Also people will have to be in shape in order to walk through difficult trails at altitudes up to 2000m above the sea level, English or Spanish speaking, and committed to stay in the project at least one month (preferably the entire season Jul-Oct). Volunteers will pay their travel expenses to Monterrey or Chihuahua, Mexico, depending on the project. Food, housing, and travel expenses during the volunteering is covered by the project. To apply it is necessary to send a brief resume, and an intention letter addressed to (EM: Rene Valdes, ravp AT itesm.mx). FIELD ASSISTANT FOR LEAST TERN STUDY - 1 position available: Minimum qualifications: B.S. in a biological science or coursework toward same. Experience either in radiotracking or in seabird research a plus. Applicant will need their own vehicle; mileage costs will be reimbursed. Duration: 15 Jun - 31 Jul. Start and end dates slightly flexible. Pay is $1800. Location: Coastal South Carolina, likely near Charleston, SC. Primary duties will be radiotracking young least terns at and away from their natal colony. Assistant may also participate in banding and counts of nesting terns, in monitoring nesting colonies, and in related efforts. To apply, send an email to DR. CHRISTOPHER HILL (EM:chill AT coastal.edu) with these attachments: cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Collaborative effort, Coastal Carolina University and SC DNR. PAID RAPTOR BANDER POSITION– 1 Sep – 30 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia, Coastal Virginia Wildlife Observatory (URL: http://www.cvwo.org/). Position: Chief Raptor Bander. Duties: Operate the Raptor Banding Station at Kiptopeke State Park (KSP). The Station typically bands between 500 and 700 raptors of 9 or 10 species during the fall season. Captured birds will always be treated with their health and safety a top concern. Lure birds will be carefully regarded and diligently maintained. Qualifications: Candidate must have extensive raptor banding experience and must be competent in identification, ageing, and sexing of North American raptors. Must have excellent extraction skills and experience with a variety of setups (DG’s, mistnets, bownets, surge traps, etc.) Terms: $1750 per month for 3 months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1st and 16th of the month. To assist with the cost of travel CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 1 Sep through 30 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Raptor Banding Station is expected to be in operation from sunrise to sunset each day. During rain and/or high winds it is expected that the Station may not be opened. Toward the end of the season the daily operation may be adjusted to actual hours of the migration flight. Throughout the season qualified volunteers may relieve the Bander. CVWO will approve in advance specific volunteers deemed capable to conduct the banding operation in the Bander’s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the Chief Raptor Bander and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Bander should be prepared to make brief presentations with hawks ready for release to individuals visiting the nearby Hawkwatch Platform in order to expand their knowledge and identification skills. Such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the trapping process. Data: The banding data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the banding records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWO. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010, the Bander must prepare and deliver to CVWO an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Raptor Banding Station for the 2009 season. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for two or more individuals who can attest to your qualifications, to Raptor Team Leader ROBERT KLAGES (EM: cvwohawker AT gmail.com) with a copy to Kiptopeke Station Master DR. ROBERT J. REILLY (EM: rjreilly AT vcu.edu). Position open until filled. PAID HAWKWATCH COMPILER POSITION, 1 Sep – 30 Nov 2009, Kiptopeke, Virginia COASTAL VIRGINIA WILDLIFE OBSERVATORY (URL: http://www.cvwo.org). Position: Hawkwatch Compiler. Duties: Conduct daily counts of southbound migrant hawks from Kiptopeke State Park (KSP) or other location as directed by CVWO board of directors; total count by species and log weather observations hourly, and daily; interact with visitors to the Hawkwatch Platform, making effort to further the educational mission of CVWO. The compiler will work closely with the Raptor Bander to alert the Bander of any hawks that might be near the Banding Station. The Compiler will prepare a report at the close of the season reflecting the migration. Qualifications: Candidate must have extensive experience identifying North American raptors in flight. The ability to handle raptors during brief demonstrations to the public in collaboration with CVWO’s raptor bander is a plus. Terms: $1750 per month for 3 months, paid in semimonthly installments on the 1st and 16th of the month. The last payment will be held until the Final Report is received. To assist with the cost of travel CVWO will reimburse contractors $.15 per mile from the point of origination directly to Kiptopeke up to $300. Accurate odometer records will be required in writing. Tolls will not be reimbursed. Contract Period: 1 Sep through 30 Nov 2009. Weather permitting, the Hawkwatch is expected to be in operation from sunrise to sunset each day except during rain and/or high winds. Toward the end of the season the daily operation may be adjusted to actual hours of the migration flight. Throughout the season qualified volunteers may relieve the Compiler. CVWO will approve in advance specific volunteers deemed capable to conduct the count in the Compiler’s absence. Living Quarters: A house three miles away at Eastern Shore National Wildlife Refuge (ESVNWR) is available during the period for the Hawkwatch Compiler and will be shared with other CVWO field staff. Interaction with the Public: The Hawkwatch Compiler should assume the responsibility for helping visitors expand their knowledge and identification skills, but such effort should be at a level that does not interfere with the accuracy of the count. An effort should be made to inform and educate visitors about CVWO, and about the role the Hawkwatch plays in gaining scientific data. Data: The migration data collected each day must be entered into the computer database regularly so that computer records do not lag appreciably. A computer will be provided by CVWO for this purpose. At the conclusion of the season an electronic copy of all the Hawkwatch records as well as the original daily sheets must be delivered to CVWO. Final Report: By 31 Jan 2010 the Compiler must prepare and deliver to CVWO an electronic copy of a report detailing the operation of the Hawkwatch for the 2009 season. To apply for this position please send a detailed resume, including contact information for two or more individuals who can attest to your qualifications, to Raptor Team Leader ROBERT KLAGES (EM: cvwohawker AT gmail.com) with a copy to CVWO President and Raptor Team Co-Leader BRIAN TABER (EM: Taberzz AT aol.com). Position open until filled. PSBO CASCADES BANDING CAMP, 9-15 Aug, 2009. Lead Trainer - Dan Froehlich Learn how to band birds in Washington's Cascade Mountains. The training will focus on the basics of net placement, bird handling and net extraction, ageing and sexing, with special emphasis on molts and plumages. This class follows NABC guidelines and is taught by NABC certified trainer, Dan Froehlich and Master Bander, Don Norman. Six nights, meals included, $700 + materials fee (discount for PSBO members). No banding experience required. Visit (URL: http://www.pugetsoundbirds.org) or email (EM Emily AT pugetsoundbirds.org) for more info or to register. Space is also still available in our 3-7 Aug, Cascades Banding Camp for Teens which is a partnership with Seattle Audubon. AVIAN POINT COUNTERS (2) AND NEST SEARCHERS (4) SOUGHT for a project investigating the effects of biocontrol Tamarisk leaf beetles (Diorhabda spp.) on avian diversity and nesting success on the Virgin River in southern Nevada. Positions are AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY and extend through 30 Jul, with the opportunity for further employment through Jul (vegetation surveys). Demonstrated ability to identify desert riparian birds by sight and sound and/or experience with nest searching is preferred. Applicants must be prepared for early start times and working in a hot and dry desert environment. Pay is 13$/hr (negotiable dependent upon experience). Housing is provided. TO APPLY, please send an email to MICHAEL KUEHN (EM: avian27 AT yahoo.com) indicating (1) which position you are interested, (2) your experience with bird identification and/or nest searching and (3) the earliest date you could start. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. Bander-in-Charge of Raccoon Ridge Bird Observatory, a small banding station in northwestern New Jersey, is seeking local volunteers. No experience or firm commitment necessary - just a love of birds, an enthusiastic attitude, and a couple free mornings a month (but feel free to come up more often if you like!) Banding starts at dawn and ends before noon. Please e-mail Cailin (EM: coconnor AT bergen.edu). BIRD BANDERS (2) wanted to help with the banding program at the Kalamazoo Nature Center located in Kalamazoo, MI. The nature center has been a banding station for over 30 years and averages 5000-7000 birds captured. We are looking for qualified applicants to help with the fall migration banding, approximately from mid-Aug to mid-Nov. Start and end dates are somewhat flexible. Must be able to identify birds by sight, especially in the hand, and be comfortable using Pyle. Pay will be $1,000 to $1.400 per month depending on experience and housing is provided. Applications must be received by 1 Jul 2009. Send resume to: RICHARD KEITH, Banding Coordinator, Kalamazoo Nature Center, 7000 North Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-6309 (EM: warblerrke AT gmail.com).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- April 7, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:30:52 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** BIOLOGIST, Number: 09-0024. Location: Littleton, Colorado. External Job Description: ENTRIX, Inc. is seeking to fill part and full-time positions for a biologist with 2-6 years of field-oriented experience conducting wetland delineations, protected species surveys, habitat evaluations, data review and analysis, and report generation. Must be willing to work long hours at times in difficult terrain under variable weather conditions. Familiarity with state and federal wetland regulations, listed species regulations, and NEPA a plus. Excellent oral and written communication skills required. Selected hire will join a team of natural resource specialists in the region working as part of a national firm. ENTRIX is a drug-free workplace. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 1. Field and technical participation, 2. Assisting in report and proposal writing, task management, 3. Some client and agency contact, 4. Technical support to various projects. Job Requirements--Basic Qualifications: 1. B.S. and M.S. degrees in biology, field biology, or closely related field, 2. Two to six years of relevant experience in the Rocky Mountain region, 3. Knowledge and experience conducting jurisdictional wetland delineations, 4. Strong field assessment skills, at times for long hours or under strenuous circumstances, 5. Knowledge and facility with wildlife and plant biological references, 6. Familiarity with protected species and their habitats, 7. Excellent oral and written communication skills, 8. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, 9. Must be authorized to work in U.S. without company sponsorship. Desired Qualifications: 1. Detail focused, resourceful, self-motivated, 2. Ability to work simultaneously on multiple tasks/projects, 3. Positive and energetic attitude, 4. Flexible and team-oriented. If you are interested in applying for this position, please paste this web link into your browser. https://www3.ultirecruit.com/ent1003/jobboard/NewCandidateExt.aspx?_JobID=254 LANDBIRD COORDINATOR in French Polynesia – Manu, Society for Ornithology in French Polynesia is seeking a qualified candidate to coordinate landbird research and conservation throughout the archipelago. Manu is currently working with more than nine critically endangered birds, reintroduction programs, translocation programs, and basic research. The qualified candidate must be fluent in French and have the capacity to travel for long periods and to extremely remote islands. Manu is seeking a candidate with a MS degree or higher. Salary is competitive and includes travel and lodging. Visit http://www.manu.pf/ for additional information. Send letter of interest and CV, in French, to (EM: sop AT manu.pf). GRASSLAND BIRD MONITORING PROJECT FIELD ASSISTANTS - 15 May – 15 Jul 2009. We are seeking two highly motivated field assistants to conduct grassland bird monitoring in the states of Iowa and Ohio as part of a regional monitoring effort focused on Henslow’s Sparrows, Northern Bobwhites and other priority grassland species. Qualifications include ability to identify eastern grassland birds (about 20 species) by sight and song, experience with using GPS equipment for navigation, ability to characterize grassland/ag habitats, ability to work independently, and ability to manage monitoring data in an excel database. Individuals must have a vehicle and be willing to camp during the field season. Must have completed a course in ornithology. Deadline for applications is 20 Apr 2009. Send by email letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, 274 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4563, (EM: dbuehler AT utk.edu, PH: 865-974-7126). Project pays $1500/mo plus there is $3000 to cover travel expenses. ZOO CURATOR--Vacancy Number: 60033256, Salary Grade: 72, Salary Range: $41173 - $67369, Hiring Range: $41173 - $53000, Department: Environment Natural Resources, Division: ENR SO DS ZOO DO ANM BIRD Curators Ofc, Type of Appointment: Perm., Full-Time. Location: Asheboro, NC. Posting Date: 2 Apr 2009. Closing Date: 24 Apr /2009. Number of Positions: 1. Description of Work: Oversees Zoo's avian collections to include collection planning, acquisitions & dispositions, animal propagation, training and behavioral enrichment programs. Facilitates, conducts & develops animal health and behavioral research; initiates & participates in multi-institutional science, conservation, management and research programs. Formulates diets, manages reproduction of collection birds including employing artificial incubation and hand-rearing methods & techniques, designs and oversees construction of bird exhibits and holding enclosures. Directly manages 2 Animal Mgmt. Supervisors; coordinates & manages collection shipments, acquires & maintains all permits/licenses relative to the possession/ transport of exotic birds. Creates & maintains records and databases relevant to tracking the health and management histories of the collection; participates in national programs for breeding and cooperative management of various species; initiates or develops field conservation/ research programs. Serves on the zoo's Weapons Team and works occasional weekend duty and/or holidays each year. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Must have demonstrated leadership and management skills. Must be able to supervise and direct staff to efficient and effective use of resources through sound planning, organizing, coaching, and directing. Must have the ability to communicate with peers throughout the country in order to stay abreast of advances and trends in captive management and exhibition of birds as well as to acquire and place specimens. Must possess an awareness of current ornithology as well as wildlife and ecology conservation issues, especially those which affect birds. Must have good written and verbal communication skills in order to communicate effectively with superiors, subordinates, professional peers, media, and the public. Must have significant zoo husbandry and management experience with 50% or more of the families of birds currently represented in the North Carolina Zoo's collection (see this list http://www.nczoo.org/animals/AnimalListing.pdf) and particularly with Passerines. Training and Experience Requirements: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in biological sciences, zoology, animal husbandry or related curriculum and four years of progressive aviculture experience in zoological work in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoos or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The incumbent (candidate) must be in an active Professional Fellow classification member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, or be immediately eligible for that classification upon assuming this position. ***Preferred Experience: Research and/or field conservation experience. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. How to Apply: An applicant must complete and submit a separate State Application for Employment form (PD-107), listing the position number and job title for the position applied for. DENR uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Personnel Act with most qualified individuals. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a PD-107. Original application must be signed, dated and mailed to the contact person listed. Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference with State Government should submit a copy of Form DD-214. All relevant experience must be listed on the PD-107 application form to receive proper credit; any information omitted from the application form cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Applications received after 5:00 p.m. on the "closing date" will not be considered. When a salary range is posted the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and ability, training, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. All post-high school degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions. Contact Person: ELLIE MEADOWS, Environment Natural Resources, NC Zoo, 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC 27205 (PH: 336-879-7310, FX: 336-879-7315, EM: jobs AT nczoo.org). WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS–The Ohio Division of Wildlife posted on 6 Apr 2009 the vacancies of two Wildlife Biologist 2 positions at the Olentangy Wildlife Research Station near Ashley, OH. Minimum qualifications for either position include a completed Masters degree in a relevant area of study plus an additional 12 months of experience in field research. GRASSLAND/UPLAND GAME BIOLOGIST (Wildlife Biologist 2)— responsible for coordinating population surveys on upland game and priority non-game species; conducting research on species-habitat associations; and making recommendations about upland habitat and wildlife management. Other duties will include providing technical assistance related to grassland ecology and upland management to other agencies, national & regional conservation organizations, and the general public. WATERFOWL/WETLANDS BIOLOGIST (Wildlife Biologist 2)-- will serve as Ohio's technical representative to the Mississippi Flyway Council. He or she will also serve as a principal investigator for wetland & waterfowl research & survey projects. Other duties will include providing technical assistance related to waterfowl & wetland ecology & management to other agencies, conservation organizations, national & regional organizations, related initiatives & the general public. For either position, collaborative research with faculty from the Terrestrial Wildlife Ecology Lab in the School of Environment and Natural Resources at The Ohio State University is possible. Applications for these vacancies must be received by 24 Apr 2009. Details about minimum qualifications, job duties, and application procedures can be found at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/ohio/default.cfm?&promotionaljobs=0&transfer=0. Note Agency=Natural Resources when searching the site for the Wildlife Biologist 2 positions. Those wishing to be considered for BOTH vacancies must submit an application for each position. For more information about either position, contact NATHAN STRICKER (EM: Nathan.Stricker AT dnr.state.oh.us, PH: 740-747-2525 ext. 22). FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) still needed, to be part of our field-crew for continuation of long-term studies of bird responses to fire and fuels management and riparian bird community dynamics in the mountains of central Nevada. Primary responsibilities include daily morning surveys (point counts) and some vegetation sampling at survey locations. Excellent opportunity to explore these little-known, spectacular mountain ranges (Shoshone, Toiyabe, Toquima, and Monitor) and to interact with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and land managers. Duration approximately six weeks (26 May through 2 Jul) with few days off, but some afternoons free. Research assistants will work independently and in small teams. Field vehicle provided, or use your own 4WD vehicle and receive additional compensation for mileage. Camping at field sites will be the norm, with occasional access to small-town motels or Forest Service housing with hot shower and basic kitchen facilities. Applicants must have demonstrable experience and proficiency in identification of western birds by sight and sound; bachelor’s or advanced degree in ecology or related field preferred. Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to work independently in rugged and remote locations, and willing to work long hours as necessary. Applicants also must have good organizational skills, including ability to collect and maintain accurate hard-copy data records; a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and off-road 4WD experience; current health insurance coverage; patience and a sense of humor. Compensation approximately $3000, but negotiable and dependent on experience. Send cover letter and resume or CV (including names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to both ERICA FLEISHMAN (EM: fleishman AT nceas.ucsb.edu), National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Santa Barbara, CA and DAVID DOBKIN (EM: dobkin AT hderi.org), High Desert Ecological Research Institute, Bend, OR. BIRD POINT COUNTERS needed, May through early Jul 2009 – The Klamath Bird Observatory (EM: http://www.KlamathBird.org) is seeking motivated individuals to participate in our long-term landbird monitoring program in the Klamath Bioregion of southern Oregon and northern California. Work will include bird point count surveys and vegetation sampling following standard point count protocols and associated data entry. Transects are on and off road and are made up of 10-25 points. Applicants should have at least one full season worth of point count experience, be in excellent physical condition, and possess good communication skills. Required qualifications include ability to identify western birds by sight and sound, estimate bird distances by sound, hike in rugged off-trail conditions, follow standardized protocols, work both independently and closely with others, and collect and record meticulous data. Point Counters must have a field worthy vehicle and a valid drivers license, possess good map reading, GPS and orienteering skills and be eager to work long days in the field in possibly inclement weather, camping out on a regular basis. In addition, Point Counters must have a computer with Access, in order to enter data either while in the field or shortly after the field season. A 2-day training and certification course will occur on May 8 and 9. Point Counters will be paid $2860-$3300 per month, DOE, and reimbursed per-mile transportation costs. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to JAIME STEPHENS (EM: jlh AT KlamathBird.org, PH: 541-201-0866). Please include dates of availability and vehicle type in your cover letter. Applicants will be evaluated on a continual basis until all positions are filled. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT: PhD Student in need of a field assistant for research investigating the mechanisms and consequences of avian insectivore declines in Central America between 1 Jun - Aug 2009. I am seeking a highly motivated, reliable, and flexible assistant to work with me at several field sites in northeastern Costa Rica, including La Selva Biological Station and Tirimbina Rainforest Center. I am investigating the potential roles of two alternative mechanisms (food-limitation and microhabitat selection) in the declines of rainforest understory insectivorous birds, including ruddy-tailed flycatcher (Terenotriccus erythrurus), golden-crowned spadebill (Platyrinchus coronatus), and several antwren species, in rainforest reserves. The field work will be varied, including bird foraging observations and arthropod sampling, but the majority of the work will involve habitat structure data collection. Field work is intensive, involving fairly long days, long hikes and/or bicycle rides on often hilly and slippery terrain with backpacks full of water and field gear. Applicants should have significant progress towards a BS/BA (or higher degree) in Biology, Ecology, or a related field. Previous experience with birds, arthropods, vegetation surveys, or other field work – especially tropical fieldwork - is preferable but not necessary. A strong interest in fieldwork and the flexibility, durability, and tolerance to deal with occasionally difficult conditions (heat, humidity, biting and stinging insects, snakes, steep terrain) is essential. Knowledge of Spanish is helpful but not necessary, as we will mostly be at field stations with other English-speaking researchers; though a willingness to learn will greatly improve your experience. The assistant must be detail-oriented and meticulous in data collection; experience with collecting systematic data in a scientific context is preferred. In general, applicants should be in good physical and mental condition, and able to maintain a positive and humorous attitude towards challenging and tiring work. In exchange for this, applicants will obtain a variety of valuable research skills, and will work in gorgeous locations with excellent birding opportunities. Room and board and all travel within Central America will be covered, but no stipend will be provided. I will cover at least half of the travel expenses to Costa Rica, with the remainder possible, depending on funding. Please send a resume, letter of interest (describing background, experience, available dates, and future goals), and the names and email addresses of 2-3 references by email attachment to NICOLE MICHEL (EM: nmichel AT tulane.edu). Please feel free to contact me for further information; see also my website (URL: http://studentweb.tulane.edu/~nmichel) for more information. Applications will be reviewed and applicants contacted as they are received. NEW MEXICO SONGBIRD AND RAPTOR TECHNICIAN: Early May through Aug 2009 (start date flexible). Hawks Aloft, Inc., a New Mexico non-profit organization, seeks an enthusiastic field assistant to conduct songbird transect surveys and point counts in the Middle Rio Grande bosque (riparian woodland), as well as point counts, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, and Gray Vireo surveys in north central New Mexico. This position will also include assisting with locating active raptor nests and monitoring reproductive success, particularly Cooper’s Hawk, Great Horned Owl, and Swainson’s Hawk. Preference given to candidates with experience identifying western birds by sight and sound. Must be willing to use your own vehicle (reimbursement 40 cents/mile). Salary $2,000 per month which includes a $300/mo food allowance. Applicant must acquire own housing in Albuquerque area. For more information about the organization visit (URL: http://www.hawksaloft.org). Send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to: GAIL GARBER, Executive Director, P.O. Box 10028, Albuquerque, NM 87184. E-mails encouraged (EM: gail AT hawksaloft.org). AVIAN AND BAT FIELD ASSISTANTS, Agency: University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Locations: Near Tomahawk, WI and Brainerd, MN–Field research assistants (2-3) are needed, 18 May through Jul 2009, to complete surveys of breeding birds in northern Wisconsin and north-central Minnesota as part of a research project investigating bird habitat relationships within managed red and jack pine forests of the western Great Lakes region. Daily duties include conducting point counts, vegetation sampling, and data entry. Assistants will also have the opportunity to conduct acoustic detection surveys for bats and carabid beetle activity density surveys. Qualified applicants must be able to identify Midwestern birds by sound and sight and have excellent hearing. Applicants must pass a standardized bird song test and a hearing test. Other requirements include: the physical ability and desire to work early and long hours in the field, ability to travel, tolerance for challenging conditions (e.g., humidity, biting bugs), orienteering and GPS experience, a driver’s license, and the ability to work well in a team environment. Previous experience with point count, vegetation, and bat survey techniques desirable, but training will be provided assuming that bird identification skills are acceptable. Wages of $9-$11/hour or $1440-$1760/month (DOE), mileage reimbursement, housing may be provided for MN sites otherwise applicants must be willing to camp, equipment, and training will be provided. E-mail letter of interest, resume, and contact information (name, phone number, address, e-mail) for 3 references to: Contact: KIM SKAHAN, Graduate Research Assistant, College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, (PH: 715-572-0682, EM: kskah510 AT uwsp.edu). Last Date to Apply: Open until filled.. RAPTOR FIELD BIOLOGIST–Agency: Department of Defense, U.S. Army, Location: Dugway, UT. Job Description: Conduct biological field work including recording field notes and data management in the field; assist with management and evaluation of data. Conducts field work based on extant study design and protocols, on familiarity with the scientific method and relevant literature and professional experience. Specific field work tasks include: a. surveys for birds and specified environmental characteristics; b. observations of bird behavior and associated environmental activity; c. capture and marking of sample of study animals; d. animal radio tracking. Interacts with university, federal and state government, and non-government cooperators to ensure field protocols are implemented in accordance with project goals, objectives, and procedures. Schedules work by integrating field work with study design and with the schedule and location of activities of the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) mission and other factors that affect scheduling as conveyed by DPG personnel, by weather, etc. Ensures coordination of work and quality control of data gathering. Records, compiles, files, and performs data base management including review for errors of omission and recording or transcription. Assist with mapping and other data analyses as requested. Prepares reports of field results and their interpretation and relevance to the study goals and objectives. Uses experience and familiarity with scientific reporting in conjunction with word processing and database management and analyses programs, and graphical and mapping programs to produce written and oral reports. Surveys may require individual to work with a variety of other field technicians and biologists. Good communication and networking skills as well as a pleasant personality are necessary. This full-time temporary position is supported by funding from US Army Dugway Proving Ground to conduct work described in a cooperative agreement with Boise State University (BSU), which addresses raptor research questions of mutual interest to BSU and federal and state collaborators. Position will be employed through Select Engineering Services, Inc. Position is at least one year starting immediately. Work schedule will generally be Monday thru Thursday. Qualifications: Minimum one year of field experience with related work is required. Basic writing and mathematics skills; experience or graduate education of scientific method, basic biology, and ecology; raptor and other bird species identification; use of binoculars and spotting scope; computer use including operation of computer software: Word, Excel or Access. Valid driver’s license is required. Preferred experience: graduate degree program, basic statistical software, wildlife radio tracking; geospatial positioning system (GPS); wildlife survey techniques; animal capture and marking. Applicant must be in good physical condition, because position requires driving on off-road terrain and walking on trails or untrailed ground, including desert and mountain terrain, during all seasons, while carrying field equipment (e.g., binoculars, field notebook, GPS, camera, radio tracking system). Applicant must be willing to work harmoniously in close company with others, be meticulous in detail of data collection and recording, and maintain a good attitude. Pay Range: $33K - $50K, depending on previous experience. Contact: please send letter of interest, resume, and email address and phone number of 3 references in a single word document or pdf to JON and LAUREN. Applications will be accepted through 18 May 2009 (EM: Jon.ginn AT sesincusa.com and EM: lauren.wilson4 AT us.army.mil, PH: 435-849-0581)
Subject: Bird Jobs -- April 1, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 01 Apr 2009 23:22:30 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** SEASONAL BANDING INTERNS â€“ Manomet Bird Observatory seeks two spring 2009 seasonal banding interns, 3 May (or ideally as early as 14 Apr) - 15 Jun. The Observatory at Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences, Box 1770, Manomet MA 02345-1770 (FX: 508-224-9220) invites resumes by mail, FAX or e-mail (EM: tlloyd-evans AT manomet.org) with phone numbers of two references. Band five days per week. Some banding experience needed, but an almost fanatical desire to learn good and safe banding techniques and some knowledge of eastern birds is more important. Enthusiasm for long hours essential. Live free on 40 acres by Cape Cod Bay, town nearby (walking), most facilities available. Will help two experienced banders and volunteers to run 50 nets dawn to dusk. Stipend of $100 per week for food. Contact TREVOR L. LLOYD-EVANS. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS NEEDED -- enthusiastic volunteers needed to assist M.A. to conduct study of breeding passerine success in New York City forests. This is a great opportunity to gain field experience while staying close to (well within) the city! The job runs from 10 May through 10 Aug. Volunteers are needed for nest-searching, spot-mapping and point counts. Applicants must provide their own housing and binoculars. Applicants with experience and/or can provide their own transportation are a plus! Spot-map and point-count assistants must have a working knowledge of Northeastern birds by both sight and sound. Must be willing to work long hours during occasional inclement weather. Volunteers will be trained. Please email resume or curriculum vitae to: SARA JOSENHANS (EM: slj2111 AT columbia.edu) no later than 18 Apr 2009. Decisions will be made by 25 Apr. FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS (3): Needed to participate in avian surveys of longleaf pine forests and bottomlands of southern Georgia from approximately 18 May â€“ 18 Jun. Applicants MUST HAVE the ability to identify all eastern birds by sight AND especially, by song. Pay is $1000-$1500 depending on experience. Surveys will take place on Ft. Benning near Columbus, GA in 200,000 acres of a fire maintained ecosystem. A large population of Red-cockaded woodpeckers occupies this region as well as other southeastern specialists (Bachmanâ€™s Sparrow, Swainsonâ€™s Warbler, etc). Nearby fishing opportunities may interest some as well as Ft. Benningâ€™s proximity to some of the most sparsely populated areas in Georgia. Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to: CLARK JONES (EM: jonesc AT warnell.uga.edu PH: 903-312-8290). Deadline: Open until filled. HABITAT CONSERVATION PLANNER, located in Arcata, California. The link to the Vacancy Announcement on USAJOBS is (URL: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=79833018). The Vacancy Announcement closes on 10 Apr 2009. The incumbent will be the Team Leader for the Strategic Habitat Conservation team, and will supervise a GIS Analyst and a Database Manager. The Team will facilitate a process of regional ecosystem/ecoregion strategic planning for fish and wildlife conservation. The incumbent is responsible for assisting Fish and Wildlife Service field offices in identifying conservation priorities, through consultation with internal and external partners and through the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses and modeling, which link a variety of taxonomic groups to their habitats. The incumbent is expected to provide a substantial contribution to the current management and landscape-level approach to the overall conservation plan for the Klamath River Basin. Additionally, the incumbent will coordinate with other SHC teams in Region 8 and may be engaged in national SHC policy and protocol development. Also s/he will be expected to maintain a high level of knowledge and understanding of environmental issues throughout the Klamath River Basin and Region 8, through existing documents and strategies. Familiarity with other planning documents, biological databases, and strategies of other agencies, both Federal and State, and other nonfederal agencies will be necessary to provide an integrated approach to planning initiatives for the Klamath Basin field offices and the Regional Office. The incumbent has authority, responsibility, and accountability for the SHC team within a broad framework of conservation objectives, and national and state laws and policies. Coordinates with existing joint conservation efforts such as Joint Ventures, Recovery teams, watershed groups, NGOâ€™s, State Wildlife Action Plans, and others to ensure smooth implementation of SHC. Arcata is a great place to live and work. Located on California's north coast, Arcata is a small community of approximately 10,000 and offers a mild climate, and many recreational opportunities. Nearby are Humboldt Bay, the Pacific Ocean, redwood forests, and the Trinity Alps. Redwood National and State Parks are located 30 minutes north of Arcata. The many rivers in the area provide abundant opportunities for rafting, kayaking, swimming and fishing. In addition, Arcata is the home of Humboldt State University. Those interested in the position should feel free to contact me, or my Deputy (RANDY BROWN) at the number below: MICHAEL M. LONG, Field Supervisor, U.S. FWS, Arcata Fish and Wildlife Office (PH: 707-822-7201) NORTHERN GOSHAWK FIELD TECHNICIANS (~7) are needed by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory for a study designed to monitor Northern Goshawk populations in Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico and South Dakota. Technicians will be required to complete a 3-day training session focusing on protocol and data entry. Technicians should expect to hike regularly in steep, rugged terrain under sometimes difficult conditions. Work involves off-road/off-trail surveys in varying habitats. Technicians will work in teams of two. A strong work ethic and willingness to camp in remote locations are the top qualifications. Experience with point-counts, plant ID, and backcountry hiking and navigation skills (map, compass, and GPS) are preferred. Techs are needed from 26 May through end Aug, 2009. Limited housing is available and camping will be necessary on most nights, sometimes in remote locations. A valid driver's license, proof of auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, and high enthusiasm are required. Technician salaries range from $1700-$2100 per month, depending on experience. For more information, or to apply for a position, please contact JENNY BERVEN, NOGO Project Coordinator (EM: jenny.berven AT rmbo.org). Please send a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three references. Resumes via e-mail should be in Word or .pdf formats only. Applications will be accepted through 1 May 2009, but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED--Field technicians (2) needed early May 2009 â€“ mid-Jul 2009 (flexible) for a Masterâ€™s research project through Stephen F. Austin State University examining nesting habits and reproductive success of songbirds in a post-oak savannah habitat that is undergoing restoration. Research will take place at Gus Engeling WMA in Anderson County, TX. Duties include nest searching, vegetation sampling, transect counts, data entry, handling of birds, and possible mist netting. Housing will be provided during field work. Qualifications include, but are not limited to, the ability to work long and early hours during the summer, tolerance for harsh conditions (i.e. heat, humidity, mosquitoes, and the possibility of snakes), GPS experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as with a team. Must be in good physical condition. Previous experience with bird handling and identification, vegetation identification, and nest searching is desirable, but training will be provided. Must have or be able to procure a TX Driverâ€™s License. Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information (name, phone number, address, e-mail) for 3 references to DR. CHRISTOPHER COMER, Stephen F. Austin State University, (EM: comerce AT sfasu.edu). For information regarding the project, contact ERICA LUNDBERG (EM: lundbergew AT titan.sfasu.edu). Salary: $1200/month + housing. Last Date to Apply: 15 Apr 2009. PH.D. RESEARCH AND INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT POSITION is available in the Department of Biology at Texas State University in San Marcos (URL: http://www.bio.txstate.edu/). Research will be supervised by Dr. Joe Veech and should focus on using long-term waterbird and/or amphibian monitoring data (e.g., North American Breeding Bird Survey) to study the effects of urbanization and anthropogenic water body development on species diversity, distribution, and population trends. There is considerable scope for a graduate student to develop this project as he/she desires, the project has not yet been initiated or planned in any detail. Project could include modeling and field collection of data in addition to analyzing long-term data. Position is ideal for someone interested in multidisciplinary research and training given that the Ph.D. program is in Aquatic Resources (URL: http://www.aquaticresources.bio.txstate.edu/) and may combine ecology, hydrology, natural resources management, and sociology. Funding for the position is in the form of an Instructional Assistant position ($25,000/9 months) and internal funds to support the student as a Research Assistant. Position can start either Aug 2009 or Jan 2010. For more information and instructions on applying, contact JOE VEECH (EM: joseph.veech AT txstate.edu; PH: 512-245-7909). Please inquire by 31 May. SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS (4) â€“ needed 1 May to 15 Aug 2009 to participate in a multi-faceted study of streaked horned larks (Eremophila alpestris strigata) in Oregonâ€™s Willamette Valley. This subspecies has undergone severe range retraction and population decline in the past half century and is now a candidate for ESA listing. We will be hiring 1 crew leader and 3 field biologists to find and monitor lark nests in a variety of agricultural and grassland habitats, to establish and monitor video camera systems on lark nests, to survey for lark abundance and distribution at various sites, and to measure vegetation around lark nests, among other standard field work duties. We will all be working as part of a team, but applicants must be able to: work professionally and independently, hike 3-4 miles daily in squishy, cool (early-season) weather, and keep organized and detailed field notes. Field crew leader must have basic tool-using and/or carpentry skills for building nest exclosures. Poison oak exposure is not a problem for this project. HQ is in Corvallis, Oregon, which is a very nice college town with a very pleasant downtown (lots of coffee shops). Compensation will be $1500-2000/mo. for field biologists, dependent on funding and experience, and $2000-2300/mo. (DOF) for the crew leader (who will take a leadership/organizational role for periods during which the PI is absent). There will likely be free but very basic lodging available at our field site HQ (comfortable trailers with electricity, great place for barbecues and migrant songbirds), and/or inexpensive housing in a real house. To apply, please send a resume with the names and contact information of 3 references to DR. RANDY MOORE (EM:strigata AT gmail.com). Send inquiries to the same address. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed between about 20 Jul and 20 Sep 2009 for a seabird monitoring project at the Barren Islands, Alaska. We will collect information on breeding success and population size of common murres, black-legged kittiwakes, tufted puffins, and fork-tailed storm-petrels; on diets of murre and puffin chicks; and on growth rates of storm-petrel and puffin chicks. Some of the work will be conducted by observing cliff-nesting birds with binoculars; we will also manually survey burrow-nesters and weigh and measure chicks. The crew of four will live at a field camp on the island and commute to study areas in a small boat and by hiking. Some basic rock climbing and rappelling are necessary (training provided). This position offers excellent opportunities for viewing seabirds and other wildlife, but conditions are often windy, cool, and damp. Applicants should be in excellent physical condition, able to make careful observations over long periods of time, and able to work and live happily in this environment. We provide airfare (within the U.S.), food, lodging, and required equipment. Please send a cover letter and resume (including the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3 references) to ARTHUR KETTLE, Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge, 95 Sterling Hwy. #1, Homer, Alaska 99603 (EM: Arthur_KettleATfws.gov; PH: 907-226-4614; FX: 907-235-7783). 12-WEEK EDUCATOR INTERNSHIP, Available Jun 2009 Tracy Aviary, Salt Lake City, UT. Terms of service: Position begins 1 Jun and ends 21 Aug 2009. This position requires a 400 hour commitment over a period of 12 weeks, approximately 30-35 hours/week with the possibility of continued employment at a competitive salary, depending on performance. Duties for this position will include: 1. Planning, developing materials and teaching childrenâ€™s summer camp programs. 2. Planning, developing materials and teaching interactive tours and educational programs for visitors at Tracy Aviary. Other requirements include completing administrative tasks associated with the informal education programs described above, attending routine organizational and departmental meetings and events, and participating in various training opportunities, as appropriate. Compensation: $1000 stipend. Minimum qualifications: Education: A bachelorâ€™s degree in education, natural resources, environmental studies, conservation, biology, zoology or related field from an approved college or university is strongly preferred. Experience: None required. However, experience with youth and/or students or other experience related to the above duties is preferred. We are seeking individuals possessing a desire to work with audiences of all ages and to incorporate experiences that strengthen their connection to the natural world. Visit (URL: http://www.tracyaviary.org) for more information regarding Tracy Aviary. To apply: Applications are being accepted immediately. No telephone calls please. Send a cover letter, resume and phone numbers for three references to BRUCE THOMPSON, Director of Education (EM: brucet AT tracyaviary.org), or via postal mail at: Bruce Thompson, Tracy Aviary, Summer Internship, 589 East 1300 South, Salt Lake City, UT 84105 VIRGINIA RAIL FIELD BIOLOGISTâ€“Agency: BioDiversity Research Institute. Location: Lower Penobscot River, Maine. Job Description: Trained Field Avian Biologist needed for a mercury exposure study in Virginia rails and shorebirds. Blood, feather and egg samples will be collected to assess mercury exposure in birds breeding in the wetlands and uplands along the Penobscot River in Maine. Qualifications: We are looking for an experienced avian field biologist to trap, band and collect blood and feather samples from rails and shorebirds. Must have experience catching rails, including mist-netting and bird banding experience, be able to identify and age rails and spotted sandpipers, collect blood samples from birds. Must be able to work independently or as a team. Must be able to tolerate long hours in the field in various weather conditions. Salary: $400-450/week, housing provided Last Date to apply: 4 May 2009. (URL: http://www.briloon.org). Contact: OKSANA LANE [EM: oksanalane AT briloon.org (Preferred)], PH: 207-839-7600, x106). AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGISTâ€“Agency: BioDiversity Research Institute. Location: Lower Penobscot River, Maine. Job Description: We are looking for field biologists (2-4) to search for sharp-tailed sparrow nests to determine nesting/reproductive success, radio-track sparrows, mist-net, band and collect blood and feather samples from passerines breeding in the wetlands and uplands along lower Penobscot River. Blood, feather and failed egg samples are collected to assess mercury exposure in birds breeding in the area. Qualifications: Must have EXTENSIVE MIST-NETTING and bird banding experience and be able to identify and age passerines in hand. Ability to collect blood samples from birds and operate a canoe is highly desirable. Experience with radiotelemetry is required for 2 of 4 biologists hired. Must be able to work independently or as a team. Must be able to tolerate long hours in the field. Salary: $375-450. Last Date to apply: 4 May 2009. (URL: http://www.briloon.org). Contact: OKSANA LANE [EM: oksanalane AT briloon.org (Preferred)], PH: 207-839-7600, x106). ECOLOGIST / PROJECT MANAGERâ€“Cooper Beauchesne and Associates Ltd (CBA) is a consulting firm working in the fields of environmental assessment, wildlife management, applied forestry, and landscape management. We currently maintain four offices in British Columbia: a Coastal Office (Parksville), a Northern Interior Office (Prince George), a Northwest Office (South Hazelton) and a Kootenay Office (Revelstoke). To learn more about Cooper Beauchesne and Associates Ltd please visit our website (URL: http://www.cooperbeauchesne.com). CBA is currently seeking an Ecologist / Project Manager for our Coastal office. The Project Manager will be responsible for supervision of staff, development and delivery of projects, participation in field studies, and liaison with clients. Only those seeking a challenging career position in the environmental consulting field need apply. Mandatory requirements for the successful candidate: ďˇPost-graduate degree in biology, ecology or environmental science, ďˇFive or more years of relevant experience with a mid-sized consulting firm, ďˇStrong communication skills, ďˇ Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work in a team environment, ďˇBusiness development experience. The candidate should have high-level expertise in two or more of the following areas: *Bio-statistical analysis, *Environmental assessment, *Wetland ecology, *Marine ecology. The ideal candidate will also have experience in wind farm environmental assessment. The position is based out of central Vancouver Island. The successful candidate must be willing to travel extensively throughout British Columbia. CBA provides competitive salaries and benefits. To apply please email your resumĂ© to SUZANNE BEAUCHESNE: (EM: sbeauchesne AT cooperbeauchesne.com). Closing Date: 13 Apr 2009. FIELD RAPTOR MONITORING BIOLOGISTS NEEDED. Pronatura Veracruz's River of Raptors Project, located at a geographic bottleneck where the world's greatest raptor migration has been documented (an average of 5.2 million raptors are tallied each year, with single days with over one million birds) is seeking two qualified field biologist to perform migration counts from 20 Aug through 20 Nov 2009. Duties include identifying and counting/estimating large numbers of migrants of 33 species of vultures, raptors, and wading birds. There are opportunities to observe many of the >230 species of Neotropical migrants recorded for the region in addition to many tropical and Mexican endemic species. Migration counts are done daily from 800-1800 EDT from two localities, Chichicaxtle and Cardel. Field biologists have a calendar working two consecutive days and have one day off, rotating among teams and localities. Raptor biologists are expected to attend a pre-field season training session and to collaborate with data proofing and data entry in electronic, on-line database, as well as with housing and field equipment maintenance chores and expected to live under primitive housing conditions. Previous experience in raptor identification and monitoring techniques is A MUST, as well as team working skills, a good pair of 8 or 10 power binoculars, and willingness to spend long hours working under bright skies and heat at the beginning of the field season. Knowledge of Spanish is desirable but not necessary. Opportunities exist to visit nearby birding hot spots and historic/pre-Hispanic sites. Selected applicants are expected to pay for their flight/travel expenses to/from Veracruz (travel stipend possible, pending funding). Pronatura Veracruz will provide housing, medical insurance and a $600 dollar a month stipend (its equivalent in Mexican pesos) to cover meals and local transportation. Applicants must submit a resume and names and contact information (email and phone number) for 2-3 references acquainted with applicant's field work. Interested applicants should contact Eduardo Martinez-Leyva by email (preferredâ€“EM: bichodemonte AT gmail.com); or by regular mail at Pronatura Veracruz, Apartado Postal 399, Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico 91000), or Pronatura veracruz, Bourbon No. 33, Fracc. La Mata, Coatepec, Veracruz, 91500. Phone inquiries: 011 52. (228) 816-9679, 816-9680, 816-9681 and 816-9682. Deadline for applications: 1 Jun 2009. You can learn more about Pronatura's conservation work on the web (URL: http://www.pronaturaveracruz.org). TWO AVIAN ECOLOGISTS for a study of breeding pairs of land birds in the Alagnak wild river area. This is a government funded research project and should run from about the middle of May to the end of Jun. This is a point study project that uses ALMS protocol. The study calls for two avian ecologist with five years field experience and can recognize Alaskan land birds by sound, action, or viewing. The lucky ecologist will be well fed and have great accommodations in modern cabins with lights, heat, a chief that actually cooks, hot showers and access to internet. The pay is negotiable and can be paid by completed grid surveys or by the complete job. This is a well-funded and very efficient project. I need two avian ecologists that are willing to work hard for good pay. I am not looking for ten or fifteen dollar an hour ecologists but I am looking for those who want to make some serious money in a very beautiful part of the country. I can be reached at (EM: dpottenger AT hotmail.com). My phone number is (PH: 208-283-0799). I will need to be supplied resumes showing experience and education. Because of the time frame I will need the resumes and financial needs ASAP. EDUCATION AND OUTREACH DIRECTORâ€“Salary Range: $35,200 - $43,260 annually. Closing Date: 17 Apr 2009 (or until position filled). Start Date: 15 Jun 2009. Project Location: southern Oregon/northern California, based in Ashland/Medford. Position Description: The Education and Outreach Director of Klamath Bird Observatory will oversee and lead the Education and Outreach Team, which conducts conservation and science education programming, creates educational resources, evaluates educational effectiveness, and implements outreach activities and events for multiple audiences, including land managers, birders, youth, teachers, community members, and donors. Job duties include supervision and oversight of Education and Outreach team staff, interns, and volunteers. It is the responsibility of the Director to raise funds for the Education and Outreach Team and manage annual budgets. The Director also participates in organizational operations and strategic planning with Klamath Bird Observatoryâ€™s Executive Director and Research and Monitoring Director. The Director builds and maintains partnerships and participates in local, regional, and national networks. To Apply Applications accepted until 17 Apr, or until position filled. Send cover letter, resume or CV, and contact information for three references to (EM: KBO AT KlamathBird.org). BIRD PROGRAM SPECIALIST/NATURAL RESOURCE SPECIALISTâ€“The birdwatcherâ€™s paradise of the Lower Rio Grande Valley in south Texas has a new job opening for Bird Program Specialist/Natural Resource Specialist due to promotion of the previous Bird Program Specialist here. This position will be centrally based in the Lower Valley at the Estero Llano Grande Unit of the World Birding Center (URL: http://www.worldbirdingcenter.org/sites/weslaco/). Abridged job description is as follows: Position Title: Bird Program Specialist/Natural Resource Specialist I-IV (NRS I-II-III-IV) Agency: World Birding Centerâ€™s State Parks Division, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD). Job Location: Estero Llano Grande State Park unit of World Birding Center, Weslaco, TX Responsibilities: Under the direction of the park manager, the Bird Program Specialist is responsible for sound scientific data collection and management of avian resources and visitor programs at the World Birding Center (WBC), Estero Llano Grande State Park. Organizes and administers field studies and programs to increase public awareness of birds, butterflies, dragonflies and small mammals, to provide citizen-science opportunities for visitors and to promote bird habitat conservation in the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Recruits, trains, evaluates, and retains staff, interns, volunteers, field scientists and institutional partners. Disseminates information to the general public and targeted audiences through news releases, programs and reports in scientific as well as popular publications, as appropriate, and as well as through participation in ornithological and popular birding organizations. Provides training and technical guidance to the public Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), and WBC personnel concerning birds, bird conservation and habitat management for birds. Assists WBC affiliate sites and other WBC state parks as needed. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division, and branch rules, regulations, and procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS: (1) Forty hour week includes flexible schedule, with hours other than 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and days off other than Saturday, Sunday and holidays; (2) Subject to after hours visitor services; (3) Some overnight travel will be required; (4) Respond to emergency call outs and work outside in adverse weather conditions; (5) Non-smoking work environment in state buildings and vehicles. Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Management, Wildlife Conservation, Conservation Biology, Zoology, Ecology, Natural Resources or Natural Science with major coursework in Ornithology, Ecology, Field Botany and Zoology. Preferred Education: Master of Science degree from an accredited university. Experience: NRS I: (1) No experience required; NRS II: (2) One year of experience related to the specific duties of the position; NRS III: (3) Two years of experience related to the specific duties of the position; NRS IV: (4) Six years of experience related to the specific duties of the position. Acceptable Substitution: Relevant advanced degrees may be substituted for experience requirements: (1) Master's degree equals one year of experience, OR (2) Ph.D. degree equals two years of experience. Preferred Experience: minimum of four years of bird-related field experience. Full details (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/postings/?). Salary: DOE, ranges from $2,769.47-$3,828.22/Month. Closing Date: 5PM CDT 14 Apr 2009. State of Texas Application for Employment + required forms at (EM: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/business/jobs/). Texas Parks & Wildlife is an EOE. Questions? Contact JOE BEACH (EM: joe.beach AT tpwd.state.tx.us). HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Interested applicants submit completed State of Texas Application for Employment + Authorization/Consent form for disclosure of criminal history and copy of official college transcript(s) in order to be considered for this position. State Application, Authorization/Consent form, EEO form and Veteranâ€™s Preference Survey are on-line at (URL: http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/jobs/). Submit completed Application, forms and transcript(s) by 5PM CDT on 14 Apr 2009 (application deadline) to (EM: martha.garcia AT tpwd.state.tx.us) or fax them to Ms. Garcia (PH: 956/565-2864) or US mail them to TPWD-Estero Llano Grande State Park, 154-A Lakeview Drive, Weslaco, TX 78596, Attn: MARTHA GARCIA. SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGIST NEEDED to collect Interior Least Tern nesting habitat data on the Arkansas, Canadian, and Red Rivers in Oklahoma from 11 May - 10 Jul 2009. Field work will be focused on acquiring GPS locations of nests and other habitat features on nesting sandbars. Some sandbars will be accessed via airboat on river trips that will be coordinated with the USFWS and the Corps of Engineers- Tulsa District. Other sandbars in shallow water areas will be accessed by wading or canoeing from shore. Biologist will need to plan independent field work, which will include gaining access from private land owners, around the schedule for coordinated USFWS/Corps river trips. Pay is $800/week, plus mileage (at $0.52/mile). Biologist will need to provide their own vehicle. A stipend for lodging will be provided as necessary. Position is open until filled. Contact CASEY LOTT (EM: clott AT abcbirds.org, PH: 208-629-8705). INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR BIRD MONITORING IN COSTA RICA -- We have openings for Volunteer Bird Banding Interns at a bird monitoring station in the coastal Caribbean town of Tortuguero, Costa Rica. Positions are available throughout the year with the minimum length of stay around 2 months. Participants are expected to have experience in identifying birds, and they usually have removed from mist nets and processed at least 200 landbirds. The Primary Bander will have extensive experience operating a capture station and can be awarded up to half their airfare to and from San JosĂ©, Costa Rica. Latin American Volunteers are especially encouraged and may be eligible for other reimbursements. All volunteers receive their room and board while they are staying at the well-appointed station of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation, Estacion Biologica, in Tortuguero (URL: http://cccturtle.org/ccc-costarica.htm). We and our collaborators in Costa Rica have been operating five monitoring stations near the village for over a decade. We operate mist nets for resident and migrant species and conduct migration censuses of the millions of diurnal migrants moving along the coast. For more information see (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/tortuguero/) Positions will be open until filled. Please send (emailed text documents preferred) a resume and a cover letter that includes your bird banding experience, ability with Spanish/English, dates available, three references and any questions to PABLO A. HERRERA, (EM: paherrera AT fs.fed.us), and DR. C. JOHN RALPH, (EM: cjr2 AT humboldt.edu, PH: 707 825-2994, FX: 707 825-2901), U.S. Forest Service, Redwood Sciences Laboratory, 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, California 95521. GRADUATE STUDENT POSITIONS available at Oklahoma State University: I am looking for Master's or Ph.D. students to join my lab in the Fall of 2009. Research in my lab currently focuses on the effects of the maternal and developmental environments on maternal and offspring development, behavior, and physiology, particularly immune responses. I would also be interested in working with students on other questions within the fields of ecological immunology, maternal effects, and behavioral ecology. Students in my lab work with birds as model organisms. Graduate student support is provided through teaching assistantships and research assistantships. For general information about the Zoology department and how to apply for admission please see: http://zoology.okstate.edu. The department has a rolling admissions deadline and applications are still being accepted for Fall 2009. Interested students should contact me directly, DR. JENNIFER GRINDSTAFF (EM: jen.grindstaff AT okstate.edu). Please send me a summary of your research interests and a copy of your CV with any publications, relevant qualifications, coursework, descriptions of lab and field experience, and the names and institutions of people you will ask for letters of reference.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- March 26, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:06:18 -0400

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** BIRD BANDER (1) NEEDED in southwest Michigan for a MAPS (Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship) program and nest success studies on Hooded and Cerulean Warblers at the Fort Custer Military Base near Battle Creek, MI. Position starts approximately 4 May to 8 Aug 2009 (fall bird banding opportunity may be available). Duties will include: mist netting, nest searching, mapping singing males, vegetation sampling, area searches, assisting with the color banding and monitoring of Cerulean Warblers, and data entry. Field technicians must rely on GPS and compass to orient in the forest and must be able to work under adverse conditions (mosquitoes, ticks, thorns, poison ivy, humidity, difficult terrain, pre-dawn travel). Compensation: $10.00-14.00/hr (depending on experience) and 40Â˘/mi. Housing may be available. The site is 7,000 acres of mainly contiguous forest with adjacent wetlands and limited civilian access. Qualifications: Applicants must be able to work independently (under the direction of a crew leader), have their own vehicle, and have patience with good listening skills. This position will provide the opportunity to see and learn more about a declining species, the Cerulean Warbler. Preference will be given to those with experience and knowledge of the songs of Eastern birds and bird banding. To Apply, send letter of interest, resume, and three references to JOHN BRENNEMAN, Kalamazoo Nature Center, 7000 North Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-6309, or email them to (EM: jbrenneman AT naturecenter.org, PH: 269-381-1574 x30). BIRD BANDING INTERN, May-Aug â€“ Location: National Audubon Society, Sharon Audubon Center, Sharon, CT. Qualifications: Good birding skills and knowledge of eastern birds by sight and sound; previous mist-netting and banding experience helpful but not necessary, training provided. Duties: Operate mist-netting and banding (MAPS) stations in CT and NY and to conduct point count surveys. To date nearly, 5000 birds have been banded. Many of these birds return to breed at the same locations year after year giving us the opportunity to gain a better understanding of their survivorship and reproductive rates. Salary: $280/week plus housing. Filing date: 30 Apr 2009. Application: Send resume, letter of interest, and names, addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to: SCOTT HETH, Sharon Audubon Center, MAPS Project, 325 Cornwall Bridge Rd., Sharon, CT 06069 (PH: 860-364-0520 x10 FX: 860-364-5792, EM: sheth AT audubon.org). Email applications preferred, if possible SUMMER AVIAN ECOLOGY POSITIONSâ€“at Mount St. Helens, WA, Summer 2009. POSITIONS: Employees needed to assist with long-term monitoring of bird populations and assemblages on lands severely disturbed by the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. These positions can potentially be used as undergraduate internship course credit if suitable arrangement can be made between employer, college faculty, and student. Requirements: Applicants must have experience with field methods for sampling bird populations and assemblages, and have the knowledge and skills to identify birds by sight and sound (call, songs, etc.). Applicants must be physically fit and capable of hiking several miles each day through rugged, unstable terrain. Employees will be camping throughout the season at well-equipped base camps and transported to study sites in government vehicles. Legible handwriting is required. Valid state driverâ€™s license is needed. Duties: Employees will receive training on sampling methods and work both independently and with other crew members to obtain measurements for birds and their biophysical habitat features. Employees are required to take careful field notes, to record field data accurately on data forms, and maintain field equipment. Schedule: 18 May to 28 Aug 2008 (Begin and end date negotiable.). Work week will be 40 hours, Monday through Friday. In some cases this schedule may vary in order to accomplish project goals. Pay rate: $ 11.00 - $12.00 per hour depending on experience. How to apply: Send cover letter, resume, transcripts (if available), and contact information for three references to: CHARLIE CRISAFULLI, Mount St. Helens, 42218 NE Yale Bridge Road, Amboy, WA 98601 (PH: 360-449-7834, EM: ccrisafulli AT fs.fed.us). RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITIONS (1 or 2) â€“ Long Point Waterfowl (3 May â€“ mid to late Aug; flexible). Assistants needed to assist masterâ€™s student conducting marsh bird call/broadcast surveys targeting Least Bitternâ€™s, a threatened species in Canada. Assistants should have a keen interest in ornithology and/or botany; no experience is necessary. Full training will be provided. Assistants will spend days in Long Point, Lake Erie, Ontario area wetlands, mostly by canoe, broadcasting Least Bittern calls and recording responses of all secretive marsh birds. Detailed habitat assessments will be done daily at all survey points after the survey; nest searching will also be performed. Assistants should expect to work 40-50 hours per week in variable weather conditions and be able to tolerate bugs and sun. Assistants will be paid $1500 per month for 4 months, including housing and food. Please send cover letter, resume and 3 references to NICK BARTOK (EM: nickbartok AT hotmail.com). FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT is needed, 22 May to mid-Jul 2009, to complete surveys of breeding birds in western Minnesota as part of Minnesotaâ€™s statewide Breeding Bird Atlas. Assistant will work on a team of two, conducting daily point counts, marking survey locations, and entering data. Qualified applicants must be able to identify Midwestern birds by sound and sight (~120 species) and have excellent hearing. Applicants must pass a standardized bird song test and a hearing test. Other requirements include: the physical ability and desire to work long hours both outside and sitting in a vehicle, tolerance for biting bugs (mosquitoes, black flies, and ticks), orienteering and GPS experience, a driver's license, and a good driving record. $2,000/mo.+ per diem; housing, transportation, equipment, and training provided. Send letter of interest, resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references to ANNA PETERSON, Natural Resources Research Institute, 5013 Miller Trunk Hwy., Duluth, MN 55811 or e-mail (EM: pete1112 AT d.umn.edu). Open until filled. FIELD ASSISTANT FOR OVENBIRD STUDY at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Kempton, PA. Researchers at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary have banded male Ovenbirds during the last 20 years to study patterns of abundance, reproductive success, return rates and habitat selection. A field assistant is sought to assist with banding, spot-mapping, and minimal vegetation sampling. Applicants should have previous avian field experience, be comfortable working alone or with others and be comfortable spending long hours in a forest setting. The position will pay $300 a week and run from 9 May â€“ 17 Jul 2009. Housing will be provided. Interested applicants please send CV and 3 references to MICHAEL BERNARD (EM: mjb567 AT psu.edu), Graduate student, Penn State University, School of Forest Resources. BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS AND INTERNS NEEDED (10) by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) to conduct bird surveys for our Regional Monitoring Program that includes surveys in Wyoming, Arizona, Colorado, South Dakota, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nebraska, Texas, Montana, Oklahoma, and Kansas. RMBO is committed to the conservation of birds and their habitats. Technicians will be expected to attend one of the training workshops in late Apr through mid May and work through the end of Jul. The training workshops consist of a 5-day comprehensive training on the protocols conducted by RMBO. The workshops will take place throughout the study area, after which technicians will be required to work independently the majority of the time to conduct bird surveys and complete data entry. The standard work week will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians should be able to identify all western and some eastern birds by sight and sound, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Applications will be accepted through 15 Apr 2009 but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. Qualifications: Experience with point-counts, western tree and shrub ID, backcountry hiking/backpacking, and navigation (w/ maps, compass, and GPS) is preferred. Primitive camping, often without phone service or facilities, will be required. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm are required. Monthly salary of $1700-$2400, plus mileage and some lodging will be reimbursed. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume with at least three references to CHRIS WHITE (EM: chris.white AT rmbo.org). SEABIRD RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed for spring/summer of 2009 in the San Francisco Bay Area. This stipend position primarily involves demographic, productivity, disturbance and behavioral studies of Brandtâ€™s Cormorants on Alcatraz Island (2 days-including one weekend day), feeding ecology and population monitoring of Rhinoceros Auklets on AĂ±o Nuevo Island (~1/month), and food web studies through examination of seabird diet (2-3 days/week). RA will work full-time, including one weekend day every week and some night work. Applicants should enjoy working independently with a high level of responsibility in field work and data entry as well as working frequently with a partner. Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in biology or related field and prior avian research experience, especially mist-netting and bird handling. Knowledge of fish biology and identification skills also a plus. Position available beginning Apr through end Aug, $700-900/mo. plus housing. Applicants must have reliable transportation; mileage will be reimbursed for use of personal vehicle to field sites. Please send cover letter explaining interests and strengths, resume, and names and phone numbers/email addresses of 3 references to SARA ACOSTA (EM: sacosta AT prbo.org), Marine Ecology Division, PRBO Conservation Science, 3820 Cypress Drive #11, CA 94954 by Apr 3rd. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. SEABIRD TECHNICIAN, Penobscot Bay and Saco Bay, Maine. One technician needed to assist with a study of life history variation in Common Terns on two islands in the Gulf of Maine. This study is focused on energetic differences between two different island colonies resulting in different clutch sizes, chick growth rates, and chick overall mass gain. Duties include, but are not limited to: trapping adult terns, banding adults and chicks, sampling adult and chick blood, administering injections to chicks, and monitoring adult prey deliveries to chicks. Position will include multiple stints in a blind per day (approximately 3 hours each) and living on an island for duration of the study. Experience with bird blood collection techniques preferred. Applicants with experience in handling and banding birds are also preferred. Technician must be sure footed with the ability to walk over boulder fields and through dense tern colonies. Technician will be required to live and work with National Audubon Society employees on either Stratton Island (Saco Bay, ME) or Seal Island National Wildlife Refuge (Penobscot Bay, ME). Technician should posses a strong work ethic, be able to work unsupervised, be able to overcome problems in remote island settings, and be able to get along well with other island employees. Pay will be $1300-1500 per month including room and board. Technician will be required to provide their own tent. Position will be from 1 May to first or second week in Jul depending on tern fledging. Paid position depends on funding. Please send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references by 10 Apr to JEFF KIMMONS (EM: jkimmon AT uark.edu). For more information on islands go to (URL: http://www.projectpuffin.org). FIELD ASSISTANTS (6) are needed to work on a project investigating the impacts of wind energy development on birds. This research will take place at two wind farms â€“ one in north-central Texas and one in west-central Texas â€“ from Apr/May through Jul 2009. Field duties will include mortality searches, scavenger ecology trials, vegetation sampling, nest searches and monitoring, and breeding bird surveys. Applicants should be highly motivated, quick learning, have a positive attitude about conducting field research in variable weather conditions, be able to work effectively both independently and in groups, have good record keeping skills, and demonstrate a willingness to work early mornings and long hours. Field experience with birds is preferred, but not essential. We are looking for people who are interested in pursuing a career in biology, ecology, or environmental science and are interested in gaining research experience. Salary will be $1,200 per month. Field housing, transportation to and from the study sites, and a food allowance will be provided. Preference will be given to at least one candidate who is at least 25 years of age with a clean driving record (required to drive the research vehicles). To apply, please e-mail a letter of interest, CV, unofficial academic transcripts, and contact information (e-mail address and phone number) for two references to DR. AMANDA HALE, Dept. of Biology, Texas Christian University (EM: a.hale AT tcu.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until positions are filled. SEASONAL AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGIST, Agency: Texas A&M University, Location: Texas. Job Description: Seasonal Avian Field Biologists (5 more still needed), early Mar to late Jul for research projects focusing on ecology and management of songbirds, primarily the federally endangered black-capped vireo and golden-cheeked warbler, in east-central Texas, on public and private lands. Duties may include point count surveys, nest searching, behavioral observation, territory mapping, vegetation sampling, radio telemetry, color-banding, predator trapping, data entry, and other approaches. Please visit (URL: http://irnr.tamu.edu/ramses/Regional.html) and scroll down to â€śRecovery Credit Systemâ€ť for more information about the project. Requirements: experience in wildlife biology or closely related field; ability to collect data with strong attention to detail; ability to work 6 days per week doing physically demanding work, with early mornings (0500); a positive attitude in adverse environmental conditions such as fire ants, chiggers, rattlesnakes, feral pigs, mountain lions, cows, poison ivy, normal daily temperatures of over 90ĚŠF, intense sun, thick and thorny brush, and steep and rocky terrain; ability to operate 4X4 trucks; patience and focus to quietly observe and follow birds; good eyesight and hearing; ability to work independently and in groups; must be comfortable working on private ranches and interacting with landowners; must supply your own binoculars. Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, identifying plants, navigating using handheld GPS unit, using Microsoft Access, Excel, ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Pay: starting at $1,600/month. Housing will be provided, will vary depending on project and region. Please specify â€śRecovery Credit Systemâ€ť on the subject line of your email and in the body of your cover letter. Include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) in 1 attachment to hiring coordinator MELISSA LITUMA (EM: mlituma AT neo.tamu.edu). EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER (1-2) for a Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) station in the northern Adirondack Mountains of NY. Previous experience with the MAPS program and proficiency with MAPS protocol is a must. A bander is needed to band one day during each of the 7 banding periods between 31 May and 2 Aug. Bander should be available for a few days prior to the first banding date. This volunteer position offers a stipend of $80/day and beautiful Adirondack mountains, bogs, rivers, and forests and an occasional black bear. The MAPS site is located in Paul Smiths NY (about 40 minutes north of Lake Placid). Second position contingent on funding. Applications will be reviewed as received. TO APPLY: email your resume, letter of interest, and names of three references (one of whom must be familiar with your banding skills) to Dr. JORIE FAVREAU (EM: jfavreau AT paulsmiths.edu). FIELD ASSISTANT INTERNS (2-3) are requested from early-May through mid-Jun for a study on urban bird ecology comparing foraging behavior, diet, and reproduction across multiple songbird species. The study sites are on the boundary of the Great Basin and the Sierra Nevada, close to mountains, desert, and beautiful Lake Tahoe. Field duties include nest searching, behavioral observations, banding and handling nestlings, and arthropod sampling. Previous field experience is preferred although more important are the ability to work independently, to learn sampling techniques, and a willingness to start mornings early. Compensation is $600 for the six week field season and camping is available on-site near Reno, NV. Undergraduate credits for independent study can be arranged. Please send a description of your interest in the internship, resume, and contact information for three references, along with any questions, to MILES BECKER (PH:775-784-1270, EM: beckerm6 AT unr.nevada.edu) by 10 Apr 2009. BIOLOGICAL TECHNICIANS (5) â€“ The Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at Auburn University is seeking five biological technicians for a multi-species inventory and conservation planning project on selected state-owned lands within Alabama. Primary responsibilities will include one or more of the following tasks: conducting amphibian and reptile timed-area searches, avian point counts, small mammal trapping, and vegetation surveys. Other duties will include data entry, database management, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles. Survey efforts will require working long hours in variable field conditions (heat, humidity, snakes, insects, etc.) and will require residence in temporary accommodations at the various field sites (provided). Candidates must have at least a Bachelors degree in a biology related field, should be highly motivated, and have previous experience conducting field surveys for one or more taxa (birds, mammals, reptiles, and/or amphibians). The incumbent should also be capable in GPS navigation, have a valid driverâ€™s license with clean or good driving record, the ability to work in adverse terrain, and carry light field equipment for extended time periods. Preference will be given to individuals with field experience and the ability to identify southeastern birds and/or herpetofauna by sound and sight. Position appointments are Apr 2009 to Aug 2009 with a pay rate of $10/hour. Candidates that demonstrate experience and/or proficiency with mammals could have appointments extended through Dec 2009. To apply send a (1) cover letter highlighting relevant experience and your specific interests in the project, (2) resume, and (3) names and contact information for at least 3 relevant references to: AMY L. SILVANO, 3301 Forestry & Wildlife Building, Auburn University, AL 36849, or by e-mail (EM: silvaal AT auburn.edu). Applications must be received by 29 Mar 2009, however applications will be reviewed as they are received and continue until the projects field work is complete. Contact: AMY L. SILVANO, (EM: silvaal AT auburn.edu, PH: 334-844-9295). SUMMER FIELD WORK â€“ Are you looking to gain valuable field experience in biology? We are seeking an ambitious individual to assist in a research project studying aspects of Golden-winged Warbler (Vermivora chrysoptera) demography in Manitoba. The Golden-winged Warbler is listed as Threatened in Canada by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada (COSEWIC). Habitat loss, nest parasitism, and hybridization with the closely related Blue-winged Warbler (V. pinus) have contributed to this species decline. Recent research suggests that the last genetically pure population of Golden-winged Warblers is likely the Manitoba (Canada) population; at the extreme north-west of their breeding distribution. Our aim is to understand the factors contributing to the maintenance of this key population. Our field locations will be primarily centered within Riding Mountain National Park (RMNP) in western Manitoba, with additional study sites south-east of Winnipeg and north-west of RMNP in Duck Mountain and Porcupine Hills. The majority of the study area is at the southern edge of the boreal forest. Therefore, candidates must be prepared to endure long/hard days of field work navigating through thick bush, swarms of mosquitoes, ticks, and wildlife encounters. Encounters with bears are inevitable, and encountering wolves, cougars, moose, and elk are all possible. Primary duties will consist of assisting in mist-netting and banding of songbirds, collection of samples for stable-isotope and genetic analyses (feather and blood), nest-searching and re-sighting banded birds. Duties will also include lab work in preparing samples for further analyses. Preference will be given to candidates with extensive outdoor experience, experience and/or knowledge of songbird identification, ambition and strong interpersonal skills. Ideal candidates would also possess previous experience in the capture, handling, and banding of birds (particularly passerines). If you are interested in a challenging summer conducting field research, contact: STEVE VAN WILGENBURG, Environment Canada, 115- Perimeter Road, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0X4 (PH: 306-975-5506, EM: Steve.vanwilgenburg AT ec.gc.ca). BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIAN â€“ One (1) individual is needed from approximately 24 May through 1 Aug 2009 to assist in Spectacled Eider and Yellow-billed Loon research on the North Slope of Alaska. This is a Student Temporary Employment Program (STEP) position through the U.S. Geological Survey in Anchorage, Alaska. Duties include Spectacled Eider and Yellow-billed Loon nest searching, capturing Spectacled Eiders using mist nets and bow traps, data recording, and a variety of field camp maintenance chores. In addition, duties will include field equipment preparation and maintenance in Anchorage. This position will be physically demanding; and will include extensive travel on foot over uneven terrain, exertion from lifting and carrying equipment up to 70 pounds, and exposure to harsh environmental conditions including biting insects, cold temperatures, snow and ice, and constant daylight. This position will also require up to eight weeks of camping in a remote location with basic amenities. Food, accommodation, transport to the field site and field gear will be provided. Applicants who are currently a degree seeking student, enrolled at least half time in good standing with or without Federal status may apply and be considered. All applicants must be United States citizens. Salary will be dependent upon qualifications. Per hourly rates are: GS-4 $11.57 plus 23% Cost of Living Allowance (COLA), GS-5 $12.95 plus 23% COLA, GS-6 $14.43 plus 23% COLA, and GS-7 $16.04 plus 23% COLA. Appointment to this position will not convey permanent status in the federal service. Temporary employees are covered by the Social Security Retirement system; annual and sick leave will be accrued except in intermittent status. Applicants selected for Federal employment will be required to complete a Declaration of Federal Employment, OF-306, prior to being appointed to determine their suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background investigation. Male applicants born after Dec 31, 1959, will have to certify that they have registered with the Selective Service system in order to be appointed to a position with the U.S. Geological Survey, unless legally qualified for an exception. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest stating current academic status, current transcripts, a resume or CV, and two references to MATT SEXSON, USGS Alaska Science Center, 4210 University Drive, Anchorage, AK 99508 or e-mail (EM: msexson AT usgs.gov). For more information, e-mail Matt Sexson at the above address. This position will be open until filled. The U.S. Geological Survey provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- March 18, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:13:45 -0400

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** NEW PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR SOUGHT to continue 30-year study of breeding Tree Swallows in southern Ontario. Over 200 boxes in 3 sites differing in local climate and food supply. Huge data-base of breeding stats for marked birds. Local accommodation and volunteer assistants available. For full details, see http://www.bsc-eoc.org/longpoint/index.jsp?lang=EN&targetpg=lpbotres. VOLUNTEERS – I am looking for volunteers to participate in my PhD thesis project on the highland of the Manu National Park, Peru. The project will cover altitudinal elevation between 800 and 3000m, and will take place during the avian breeding season between Aug and Dec 2009. This work involves behavioral observations, mistnetting, nest searching, and nest monitoring. We work 6 days a week, from 6 am – 5:30 pm, with occasional data entry and organization later in the evenings. After selecting volunteers I will randomly assign them to one of the stations (Wayquecha, San Pedro, Tono), therefore field condition are variable, please visit the station description to see specific details. Communication is limited at best, and field assistants can expect to be out of touch with most of the world for 2-3 weeks at a time. This work is most appropriate for people who are interested in pursuing a career in behavior and ecology, and who have previous field experience. Please keep in mind that a large number of people apply for these positions, and due to the remote nature of the field site I strongly prefer applicants with experience in mistnetting, nest searching, and living happily in uncomfortable conditions. I begin accepting applications for field assistant positions from Mar until the first week of May of each year: apply via email with (I) a coverletter explaining why you want this ( difficult) job, (II) a CV, and (III) names and email addresses of three recommenders familiar with your field skills. Unfortunately, I don’t have money to pay salaries or transportation to Peru, but I will cover all the stations fees, food during the field season and transportation within the field sites. Please visit my web page (URL: http://www.flmnh.ufl.edu/ordwaylab/londono/andeanproject.html) for specific details about the project and field site. If you are interested send me all your information to (EM: galondo AT ufl.edu). TEMPORARY, ON-CALL POSITIONS – ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokes’ Web site is (URL: http://www.jonesandstokes.com). These temporary, on-call positions are located in our Gillette, WY office. In this role, highly energetic and responsible wildlife technicians will assist our team in Gillette, Wyoming for biological survey work from late Apr through Jun 2009. Duties will include participation in ground surveys for sage-grouse, sharp-tailed grouse, raptor nests, mountain plovers, prairie dog colonies, and wildlife habitat assessments for natural gas projects in the region. The field work will require long and often irregular (early mornings and some weekends) hours in potentially adverse weather conditions. Housing will be provided as a taxable benefit. A Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology or a closely related field is required. Applicants must demonstrate intense field experience conducting standardized protocols and identifying avian and mammalian species. Also required is an overall dedication to excellence, integrity, and sense of pride in their work; strong problem-solving skills; a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as with a team; and the ability to navigate using maps and GPS. Experience with ArcGIS, Great Plains ecology, and prior consulting experience would be particularly valuable. Operation of manual transmission four-wheel drive trucks and ATVs, and a valid driver’s license is required. Please provide 3 professional references with current contact information. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. To apply for this opportunity, please visit our new Global Career Center (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=29183&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. ICF International is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGIST – Seasonal biologist needed to assist with a colonial nesting waterbird inventory in Montana from 18 May – 3 Jul 2009. Duties include counting nests of colonial waterbirds, using a GPS, following protocols, possibly operating boats and working independently in remote areas. Experience working with birds in remote areas preferred. Pay is $600/week, plus $30/day per diem. Mileage will be reimbursed for use of personal vehicles. Biologist will be an employee of Montana Audubon. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest, a copy of your CV and 3 references to CATHERINE WIGHTMAN (EM: cwightman AT mt.gov). Applications will be reviewed starting Mar 16 but position is open until filled. VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR – Part-time coordinator (15-20 hours/wk) needed to help organize volunteers and agency biologists for a colonial nesting waterbird inventory in Montana. Duties include: helping to recruit volunteers; organizing site visits by volunteers and staff biologists; organizing site information; providing maps, equipment, and guidance to volunteers; and tracking progress over the season. Experience with field sampling preferred. Position runs from 20 Apr – 3 Jul and is located in Helena, Montana (preferred). Pay is $15/hour and coordinator will be an employee of Montana Audubon. To apply, send a cover letter describing your interest, a copy of your CV and 3 references to CATHERINE WIGHTMAN (EM: cwightman AT mt.gov). Applications will be reviewed immediately and position is open until filled. MARSH BIRD SURVEY TECHNICIANS (3) are needed for a study of wetland use and abundance of breeding marsh birds in North Dakota and western Minnesota. Duties will include visual and auditory surveys of a variety of wetland types for 8 species of marsh-breeding birds (pied-billed grebe, American bittern, least bittern, yellow rail, Virginia rail, sora, American coot and black tern). Minimum of 2 years college education required. BA/BS desirable but not mandatory. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and possess a valid driver’s license. Start date 20 Apr 2009. MUST be available to work 4 May through 10 Jul 2009. Preference will be given to applicants with strong visual and auditory bird ID skills. Keen interest in marsh ecology and willingness to work irregular hours are desirable, as are skills with operation of 4x4 vehicles, GPS units; familiarity with GIS, aerial photographs, topographic maps and maintaining computer databases. Position will require interaction with landowners to request access to private lands. Work will be conducted under harsh field conditions, with significant travel potentially being necessary. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain on foot, including wading through emergent wetland vegetation while carrying field gear. Extended hours and work during early mornings will be necessary. Some office work will be required to maintain field records and conduct data entry. Most work will be conducted independently. Successful applicants will be hired through USGS Student Service Contracts. To qualify for student service contracts, applicants must be currently enrolled at a college or university, or recently graduated (<1year). Pay is $12.63 to $14.17/hour depending on experience. Up to 3 individuals will be hired under this announcement. Send resume, transcripts and contact information for 3 references to: THOMAS BUHL, USGS Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, 8711 37th Street SE, Jamestown, ND 58401 (EM: tbuhl AT usgs.gov). AVIAN POINT COUNTER needed (May - Jul 2009) for a masters research project on the occurrence of songbirds in early-seral conifer forest. Fieldwork will be in the Coast Range of north-western Oregon. Responsibilities include multi-species point counts, identifying field sites using GIS and aerial imagery, independently navigating logging roads using maps, surveying vegetation, hiking in difficult terrain, navigating with GPS, and data entry. Workdays begin early (4-5 am) 5 to 6 days per week. Candidates with a strong background in bird identification by sight and sound and previous experience point counting are strongly preferred. Self-motivation, good physical condition, ability to work well in a group living situation, and willingness to spend long hours in the field are a must. Pay is $1550 per month. Housing and transportation to and from field sites is provided. Work and play in the Corvallis area, where there are nearby opportunities for exceptional mountain and coastal recreation. TO APPLY: Please email letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to TANA ELLIS (EM: tana.ellis AT oregonstate.edu). Candidate will be hired as applications are received. FIELD ASSISTANT needed for a PhD project investigating habitat relationships of forest songbirds and woodpeckers in northeastern British Columbia (near Chetwynd). Salary is $1800 CAD per month. Travel to and from Vancouver, accommodation and food provided. Accommodation will be short-term campsites using a canvas ‘wall’ tent with woodstove and no electricity, and camping in a trailer park near Chetwynd (wireless internet!). The position will run from approximately 21 May to 7 Aug (2.5 months). Duties include: 1. Nest monitoring of woodpecker nests (mostly yellow-bellied sapsucker) with a ‘cavity peeper’, 2. Set-up and surveying of line transects and point-counts for songbirds and woodpeckers using distance-sampling and call-playback, 3. Vegetation sampling, 4. Data entry and management, 5. General camp duties. Preference will be given to those with previous experience working in remote locations, with bird identification skills, or with knowledge of GIS and wilderness navigation. To apply, please send (email preferred) a cover letter, resume, and references to: KELLY SQUIRES, (EM: ksquires AT sfu.ca), School of Resource and Environmental Management, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5A 1S6. AVIAN RESEARCH ASSISTANT needed for study examining the effects of environmental contaminants on bird populations. Field work will involve monitoring a nest box population of European starlings in Langley, British Columbia. Duties will include checking nest boxes, egg collection, behavioral observations, banding, and blood sampling. Position may also involve assisting with mate selection experiments and breeding trials on a captive population of Zebra finches in Burnaby, British Columbia. Applicants must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, quick learning, have good record keeping skills, and demonstrate a willingness to work early mornings and long hours, up to 7 days a week. Valid driver’s license is mandatory. Experience observing, handling, and blood sampling birds preferred but not required. Position is from early Apr until the end of May, possibly extending into Jun. Salary is $1200-1500/month, depending on experience. Please e-mail letter of interest, resume, and contact information (name, phone number, address, e-mail) for 3 references to MARGARET ENG, Department of Biological Sciences, Simon Fraser University (EM: mea10 AT sfu.ca). WYOMING RANGE RAPTOR INVENTORY AND MONITORING Study, (Class Code: AWEC-15389)--At Will Employment Contract. CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled . AGENCY HIRING RANGE: $14.41 Per Hour. DEPARTMENT: Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Wildlife. LOCATION: Lander, WY. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Conduct surveys for diurnal and nocturnal raptors associated with forest habitat in the Wyoming Range of southwestern Wyoming. Species of focus will include: Boreal Owl, Great Gray Owl, Northern Pygmy Owl, Northern Goshawk, Cooper's Hawk and Sharp-shinned Hawk. The applicant will assist the Crew leader to conduct surveys from Mar to Sep in the Wyoming Range near Big Piney, WY. The applicant will also summarize data, write completion reports, and perform other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Must be able to identify by sight and sound raptors and other bird species commonly found in Wyoming. Requires working night, early morning hours, and long days in remote mountain areas. Applicant must have a valid drivers license and be able to operate a snow machine, 4-wheel drive vehicle, and ATV. The position requires hiking and navigating in rugged, off-trail terrain, and use of equipment including call playback recorders, GPS units, binoculars, and spotting scopes. Spring surveys also require travel by skis or snowshoes. Must be able to work well independently and with others. Applicant should have working knowledge of computer programs including Office Word and Excel. Requires excellent hearing and vision with or without reasonable accommodation. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Ability to identify by sight and sound hawks, owls and forest birds that occur in western Wyoming. Requires prior experience conducting raptor broadcast surveys. Experience with over snow travel including snow machine, cross country skis and snowshoes and use of 4wd vehicles. Ability to hike and navigate in remote mountain terrain. Applicant should have working knowledge of computer programs including Office Word and Excel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training or experience equal to a bachelor's degree in fisheries management, wildlife management, range management, hydrology, biology, zoology, or closely related field, PLUS one year of professional work experience in wildlife or fish resource management, research or habitat development, enforcement of wildlife laws and regulations. Other related training and experience will be considered. Proof of excellent hearing with or without reasonable accommodation, will be required. DURATION OF EMPLOYMENT: 15 Apr - 15 Sep 2009. NOTE: Must have a valid drivers license. PREFERENCE: Will be given to those who submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 references, in addition to submitting a State of Wyoming application. Please mail information directly to SUSAN PATLA, Wyoming Game and Fish Dept. PO Box 67, Jackson, WY 83001. Will be given to applicants with previous experience conducting raptor surveys, supervising personnel, writing reports, and backcountry survey experience. APPLICATIONS: For more information or to apply online go to (URL: http://statejobs.state.wy.us/JobSearchDetail.aspx?ID=15389) or submit a State of Wyoming Employment Application to the Human Resource Division, Emerson Building, 2001 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0060, (PH: 307-777-7188, FX: 307-777-6562), along with transcripts of any relevant course work. The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. No notice of eligibility will be sent to applicants who meet the minimum qualifications. VOLUNTEER AVIAN MONITORING INTERNS: The Cornell Lab of Ornithology seeks 2-4 volunteer avian monitoring interns to be involved in ongoing avian studies of Sapsucker Woods Sanctuary in Ithaca, NY. Interns will gain experience studying breeding birds through nest searching & monitoring, banding nestlings, spot-mapping, and conducting point counts. No experience is necessary, but an earnest interest in building a strong skill set in ornithological skills is essential. Tolerance of buggy, humid mornings a plus. Successful applicants will be able to work at least 4 mornings/week from dawn til noon from May – Jul. There is no stipend or accommodation available for these positions, but it is a great opportunity to gain ornithological experience. Please send CV and cover letter explaining your interest in this position and describing your birding experience to CHARLES ELDERMIRE, Public Education Outreach Associate, Manager of Sapsucker Woods & Johnson Visitors' Center, Cornell Lab of Ornithology (EM: cre9 AT cornell.edu). FIELD ASSISTANT – A position is open for a field assistant to work at my long-term study site in northwestern Pennsylvania, near Cambridge Springs, PA. Field work involves early mornings and long days in the field working in a forested environment. Field experience, particularly with birds, is desired but not essential. Work will involve netting and banding Wood Thrush, taking blood samples, finding nests, collecting behavioral data, and attaching radio-transmitters and geolocators. The position is for 1 May to 31 Jul, and pay begins at $1200 per month. A shared room at a small field station is provided, but not meals. Use of a car is an asset. We will review applications immediately upon receipt. Send resume and contact information for 3 references to: DR. BRIDGET STUTCHBURY (EM: bstutch AT yorku.ca), Dept. of Biology, York University, Toronto ON M3J 1P3 (PH: 416-736-2100 x66637) VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT WITH PhD POTENTIAL – Behavioral ecology of lance-tailed manakins in Panama. One position is available 26 Mar to 19 Jun 2009 for an ongoing behavioral study of female mate choice in lance-tailed manakins (Chiroxiphia lanceolata) in Panama. This ad specifically seeks one exceptional assistant who would be interested in continuing to work on this NSF-funded project in a PhD or MA capacity starting Spring 2010. Females of this small, lekking bird “shop” among males that display in cooperative pairs on dispersed display territories. The successful applicant will be involved in work investigating questions such as how indirect genetic benefits affect female mate choice, why dominant males tolerate subordinate cooperators, and how male experience affects display performance. Because work on this field site is particularly difficult (heat, humidity, long hours, and hard work) and supervising field crews will require extensive prior knowledge of the area and birds, I am searching for someone with strong PhD potential to train with me in Panama this spring, and continue as a graduate student taking a leading role in the fieldwork in 2010. Though participation in fieldwork is not a guarantee of acceptance to the PhD program at FSU, I am not currently considering graduate students for the lance-tailed manakin project UNLESS they have worked with me in the field for the reasons stated above. Responsibilities in 2009 include daily maintenance of an automated telemetry system tracking, conducting many hour-long behavioral observations at display sites, extensive radio-tracking, nest-searching through dense secondary-growth dry tropical forest, and mistnetting birds for banding and blood sampling, as well as data entry and organizational tasks. Experience in one or more of these areas is strongly preferred. Applicants should have a very strong interest in birds, animal behavior, and field biology. The field crew will live and work on a remote island off of Panama's Pacific coast and share one-room housing, and can expect to have no internet access and poor cell phone reception for up to two weeks at a time: experience working in isolated field settings and/or living in close quarters is highly desirable. Conversational Spanish ability is required for this position. Applicants should be enthusiastic, physically fit, and emotionally grounded: the terrain is steep, the weather is extraordinarily hot and humid, the locals can be eccentric, and there's an abundance of biting insects and a healthy population of snakes. Expect to work long days (6am-6pm six days a week), be woken at 4 am by howler monkeys on a regular basis, and see some amazing bird behavior. Upon successful completion of the field season, assistants will be reimbursed for round-trip airfare to Panama (max of $1000). Food, housing, and required transportation within Panama will be provided. For more information on the research, see (URL: http://www.bio.fsu.edu/faculty-duval.php). To apply, send: 1) coverletter explaining your motivation to work on this project, 2) resume, 3) unofficial GRE scores and academic transcript, 4) email and phone numbers of three references familiar with your field skills, personality, and intellectual ability to: DR. EMILY DUVAL, Florida State University Department of Biological Science, (EM: ehduval AT gmail.com), Review of applications will continue until position is filled. BANDING ASSISTANT (1-2): Needed to band passerines during spring migration at the Powdermill Avian Research Center (URL: http://www.powdermill.org/) in the mountains of western Pennsylvania. Applicants should have substantial experience with extracting and banding songbirds. Familiarity with the identification of eastern birds is strongly desirable. Banding will occur 6 days a week and will begin 1/2 hour before sunrise. Other responsibilities will include some data entry and minor maintenance of net lanes and nets. Housing will be provided in cabins on the reserve and pay will be approximately $1500/month. The position will begin in the middle of Apr and go through May. Please send a cover letter and resume with contact information of 3 references to ANDREW VITZ (EM: acvitz AT yahoo.com). EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER needed for the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) Program. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking an experienced bird bander to operate constant effort mist-netting and banding stations at Yosemite National Park, California from 1 May to 8 Aug 2009. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to monitor the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with some experience collecting data independently in the field and a solid background in mistnetting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing landbirds using plumage characteristics. We particularly encourage previous MAPS interns to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to learn the MAPS protocol during an intensive training session in Oregon beginning May 1, will join a 4-person crew at Yosemite for the remainder of the season operating 6 MAPS stations, and will occasionally serve as lead bander when the MAPS biologist cannot be present. A free campsite will be provided in addition to a per diem of $33 for 84 days in the field, totaling $2,772 for the season. A personal vehicle is not strictly required, but is a plus; mileage will be reimbursed at $0.35/mile for project-related use. The position entails spending a minimum of 6 of every 10 days in the field, depending on weather and logistical considerations. This volunteer position could potentially lead to a paid MAPS field biologist position with IBP during subsequent seasons. Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, resume, and current contact information for three references, as well as complete and submit the MAPS Internship Application Form. The Application Form and further information can be found on our website, (URL: http://www.birdpop.org), or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX 415-663-9482, PH 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org). Position will be filled when a qualified candidate is found. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS are needed for the study of mate choice in satin bowerbirds (Ptilonorhyncus violaceus). Assistants will primarily help to observe behavior at bowers. The study site is in north eastern New South Wales, Australia. This is the continuation of a study of mate choice that began over 25 years ago and which follows the success of male bower holders. Assistants are needed for one of two sessions: The first from early Sep through late Oct and the other from late Oct to late Dec. Assistants must arrange for travel to the field site; we will provide food and lodging at the site. Tasks assistants will perform include locating bower sites and clearing trails, monitoring the behavior of birds at bowers with infrared sensing equipment and camcorders and maintaining this equipment, and direct observation of birds. The work is very physically demanding and assistants must be focused on this project and flexible in their requirements. Interested applicants should send (preferably electronically) cover letter, resume, and e-mail addresses of three references to: REIMI HICKS and ARCHER LARNED (EM: satinbb2009 AT gmail.com), University of Maryland-College Park. TWO FIELD ASSISTANTS NEEDED for work in the southern Appalachian Mountains of western North Carolina. Research will focus on the reproductive biology of the Black-throated Blue Warbler. Duties will include nest searching and monitoring, territory mapping, insect and vegetation sampling, and transect counts along an elevation gradient. This job entails a lot of walking/hiking in steep terrain, along with relatively long hours in field. Applicants should be in good physical condition, enjoy being outside, and be able to work independently. We’re looking for enthusiastic people who are interested in gaining field experience and wouldn't mind spending the summer in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. Work will begin at the beginning of May and conclude mid-Jul. Salary will be $500/mo and housing is provided. Must have own vehicle and be willing to be reimbursed for mileage. Please contact BRETT MALEY (EM: maleyb AT warnell.uga.edu) or KIRK STODOLA (EM: stodolak AT forestry.uga.edu). POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH POSITION–Optimal monitoring and adaptive management, University of Alaska Fairbanks. The Institute of Arctic Biology and the USGS Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invite applications for a postdoctoral research associate to work in the field of structured decision making and adaptive management. The postdoc will collaborate on a project to develop optimal monitoring strategies and an adaptive management framework for migratory waterbird habitat on National Wildlife Refuge wetlands in regions 6 and 7. A primary focus of the project is to evaluate the effect of climate variability on our ability to learn through the adaptive management process. Activities will include: i) collaborating with refuge personnel, managers and researchers to formulate objectives, management alternatives and conceptual models; ii) estimating temporal and spatial variance structure in a suite of putative climate driven habitat metrics (e.g. lake drying, river flow, flooding frequencies); iii) evaluating the implications of the variance in climate-driven habitat trends for optimal monitoring strategies and subsequent design of adaptive management programs; iv) preparing peer-reviewed manuscripts and presentations to disseminate results to collaborating refuges, managers and the scientific community. Desirable qualifications include experience in structured decision making, adaptive management or design of optimal monitoring programs. Knowledge of waterfowl and wetland ecosystems would also be valuable. Experience communicating scientific results to natural resource management agencies and in the peer-reviewed literature preferred. Minimum Qualifications: PhD degree in quantitative ecology, wildlife biology, statistics or related discipline. Experience in demographic modeling, optimization methods (e.g. stochastic dynamic programming) or quantitative ecology. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Duration and Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications. Range $40,000 - $50,000. Start date flexible, may begin as early as May 2009. Position is for 11 months with possibility of 1 additional year. To apply: Apply online at (URL: http://www.uakjobs.com). Review of applications will begin 1 Apr 2009. Job open until filled. Attach cover letter, statement of research interests, transcripts (may be unofficial), CV, and name and contact information (address, phone number and email) for three professional references. The University of Alaska is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. For additional information contact: CHRISTINE HUNTER, Institute of Arctic Biology, 415A Irving I, University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Fairbanks AK, 99775 (EM: christine.hunter AT uaf.edu, PH: 907-474-6743). CALIFORNIA CONDOR RECOVERY INTERN, Pinnacles National Monument, National Park Service – Pinnacles National Monument is looking for 1 intern to assist with monitoring captive and wild California condors (Gymnogyps californianus). The primary duties of the intern will be: 1.) Tracking, monitoring and recording condor movements, behaviors and interactions. 2.) Observing and recording feeding at supplemental feeding sites. 3.) Building and equipment repair and maintenance. 4) Placing animal carcasses at feeding sites. This internship will require: the ability to work as part of a team as well as independently, the stomach to handle and transport animal carcasses, flexibility to work at night on occasion, ability to hike up to 10 miles on steep and rugged terrain carrying 40+ lbs of equipment, tolerance for summer temperatures that exceed 100 degrees, a sense of humor and a great deal of patience. This is a 6-month internship and housing is provided. Interns work 40 hours per week and generally get 2-3 day “weekends” that typically include a Saturday or Sunday. Interns receive a stipend of approximately $700/month. Position is scheduled to begin in early Jun. Interested candidates who have completed a degree in Wildlife Ecology, Biology, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Previous experience with endangered species, radiotelemetry, and 4x4 driving on primitive roads is a plus, but not required. Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to ALACIA WELCH (EM: alacia_welch AT nps.gov). Please write “Internship Application” in the subject line and send all application components as a single attachment using the following naming format: First name_Last name_Internship_Application. Last date to apply is 1 May 2009. Please be sure to specify your earliest available start date. BANDER-IN CHARGE – Fall Migration Monitoring at Rocky Point Bird Observatory. Rocky Point Bird Observatory (RPBO) is seeking a qualified Bander In Charge (BIC) for its Fall Migration Monitoring Program which runs from 21 Jul to18 Oct 2009. Rocky Point Bird Observatory (RPBO) is located on Canadian Forces Ammunitions Depot (CFAD) Department of National Defense (DND) lands to the southwest of Victoria, B.C., on the Strait of Juan De Fuca (geographical coordinates: 48 19' 13.97" N, -123 32' 49.59" W). Rustic housing (trailer) is provided nearby as part of the contract. A vehicle will be necessary. The station was established in 1994 by the Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) to represent western Canada in the Canadian Migration Monitoring Network (CMMN). RPBO is the westernmost member of the CMMN. It is currently the only station located on the Pacific coast of Canada, and as such provides important information on western and coastal migrant birds in Canada. The BIC will be responsible to ensure that the daily monitoring of birds includes (weather and personnel permitting): ** the operation of 13 mist nets according to the Rocky Point and standard migration monitoring protocols from ˝ hour before sunrise to 6 hours after sunrise; ** the safe processing and subsequent release of caught birds. Birds are identified (species, age, sex), banded (according to permits), measured (weight, fat, wing length, moult) and released according to established migration monitoring protocols; ** a census of birds along an established transect; ** a daily log of net hours, weather, and volunteer hours, observations and events of note; ** a record of all data in paper and electronic format as prescribed by RPBO; ** full compliance with all other bird capture and banding procedures as outlined in the RPBO protocol posted on the RPBO website (URL: http://www.rpbo.org/protocol.html); ** coordinating the fieldwork of all volunteers assisting with the program. The BIC will train volunteers in extraction, as well as other aspects of the monitoring and banding process. Qualifications: The BIC must hold or be eligible for a Banding Permit. Familiarity with western bird species is a preferred qualification. Experience at other bird observatories would be an asset. Remuneration: This is a contract position, at a rate of $150 to $170 CDN per day (based on experience) for a maximum of 82 days during the monitoring period. An additional $1000 will be paid to the BIC for completion of the end of season report. Interested candidates are invited to apply with CV, or to direct questions to ANN NIGHTINGALE (PH: 250-514-6450, EM: rpbo AT rpbo.org). A detailed job description is available on request. SEASONAL POSITION: AVIAN BIOLOGIST - Seney NWR, Michigan. An avian biologist is needed to conduct breeding bird surveys and collect habitat data in sedge-shrub wetlands from early May through Aug in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This position provides a great opportunity to spend the birding season in sedge meadows and sedge-shrub habitats in a largely undisturbed wetland system. Seney National Wildlife Refuge in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan is renowned for it extensive sedge meadows and bogs and associated plant and bird communities, as well as a long history of active research. Hydrology and periodic disturbance, such as fire, are important ecological processes that maintain the historical plant and animal communities This study examines factors influencing the distribution and abundance of bird species, particularly Le Conte’s sparrows and sedge wrens, and associated habitat characteristics, in sedge meadows, and species responses to summer prescribed burning. Tasks: The individual will conduct breeding bird surveys in sedge-bog and shrub habitats along belt transects. Primary species of interest are Le Conte’s sparrow and sedge wrens. In Jul, the individual will collect habitat data along the transects. The individual will work independently, be expected to ensure that planned field work is conducted according to schedule and following study protocol; collect field data; coordinate their refuge activities with a crew leader; maintain weekly communications with the immediate supervisor as to progress, problems, and data; and enter data into an Excel spreadsheet in a timely manner. The individual will work independently and thus must be highly self-motivated, understanding of the value of accurate and complete data, and able to navigate by map, compass, and GPS. The individual may periodically work with refuge staff and periodically direct a refuge intern or volunteer during field activities. The individual also may assist with other vegetation data collection in Aug. All field work will be conducted at Seney National Wildlife Refuge. A GPS unit and range finder will be provided to assist with navigation and data collection, and a two-way radio for safety. The field work requires good physical condition, ability to walk long distances (>5 km daily) on difficult substrates, good field sense, and good navigational abilities. The individual will be required to carry equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. Field work will involve exposure to a wide range of weather conditions including cold, snow, water, mud, and heat. Exposure to biting insects (black flies, mosquitoes, and deer and horse flies) is high. Salary: Dependent on experience -- $14.17/hour (2 yrs undergrad education plus experience) or $15.85 (BS ed.). This rate includes an amount for self-employment taxes. The individual is expected to work, on average, a 40–45 hour week, but some weeks may require longer hours. Although pay will cover all hours worked, the individual will not receive a premium rate for work beyond 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week. If any travel related to work occurs, travel costs will be compensated as would be done for federal employees. The individual also will be eligible for Workers Compensation at government expense the same as a federal employee. The individual is responsible for all costs of other transportation to and from Seney and for personal transportation at the study area; a federal vehicle will be provided for transportation around the study area. Housing is available on the refuge. The Government does not provide meals or other living expenses. Qualification: The individual MUST currently be a student or have been a student within the past 12 months, as of 1 May 2009. The individual will need at least 2 years of college coursework in wildlife or natural resources. The individual must demonstrate skills and experience in identifying bird species, collecting accurate and complete data under field conditions and be able to work in remote field conditions. Good to excellent hearing and eyesight is required for surveys. Experience with conducting bird surveys, use of GPS receivers and Excel software, and driving 4WD vehicles very desirable. Must be able to demonstrate a valid drivers license with good record for operation of federal vehicle. Work period: 11 May to 21 Aug 2009 (total 675 hrs). Availability for early start is important! Application Deadline : 25 Mar 2009. To apply, please send electronically a complete resume and list of references; please send electronically or via surface mail a copy of transcripts and, if completed, proof of college diploma (copies ok). JANE AUSTIN, US Geological Survey, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, 8711 37th Street SE, Jamestown, ND 58401 (PH: 701-253-5510, FX: 701-253-5553, EM: jaustin AT usgs.gov). FALL 2009 BIRD-BANDING WORKSHOP IN THE PERUVIAN AMAZON (26 Sep - 8 Oct 2009): Ten days of bird surveying and bird-banding as we continue to document the avifauna of a private reserve on the Tambopata River, Madre de Dios Peru. The workshop will include training in bird survey and capture techniques (ground and canopy mist nets and bal-chatri traps). It will also offer a rare opportunity to examine plumage variation by species, age and sex up- close on rainforest birds in the hand. Birds will be individually marked for long-term monitoring and research. We plan to work in different habitat types around the reserve and will leave plenty of time for birding and independent explorations of the surroundings. A field trip to the nearby Lago Sandoval is also included. The workshop will take place at the Centro de Education, Ciencia y Conservacion Tambopata (CECCOT), a young conservation, education and research center dedicated to promote the knowledge and conservation of the region’s natural history with a minimal human footprint. The center is rustic with thatch-covered cabins, a large and comfortable common area, shared cabins, composting toilets and cold water camping showers, limited solar-powered electricity available. Requirements: serious interest in birds, research and conservation (although previous experience not required) and willingness to stay in very rustic/shared conditions in the rainforest. Good mobility, yellow fever shot, immunizations and your own travel insurance. Cost: US$2200 includes: Roundtrip air-fare to Lima (either from Los Angeles or Miami), in-country transportation and airport taxes, lodging and meals, field trip costs, materials and instructional fees. Group size 9-14. For detailed information and to determine availability contact us before 21 Jul 2009: DANIEL FROEHLICH (EM: danATceccot.org, PH: 206-595-2305) or URSULA VALDEZ (EM: uvaldezATceccot.org, PH: 206-219-9924). Check http://www.CECCOT.org for more details. SHORT-TERM BIRD SURVEYING OPPORTUNITY with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources The Minnesota DNR is seeking 2-3 bird surveyors for a prairie monitoring project during the month of Jun 2009. Individuals will independently survey up to 8 prairie sites, 3 times each (~24 days total), using standard point count survey methods. Must be able to identify birds by sight and sound, and navigate to pre-determined point locations using a GPS (provided). Final job candidates will be asked to take a bird song identification quiz. Surveys will take place on native prairie remnants in southwest, west-central and northwest Minnesota. Individuals will be responsible for surveying one to two areas located within 1-2 hours of each other. Compensation is up to $200 per day, depending on experience and qualifications. You must provide your own transportation and lodging. If interested, please email a resume and cover letter to: DAREN CARLSON MN Dept. of Natural Resources (PH: 651-259-5079, EM: daren.carlson AT dnr.state.mn.us). Deadline for applications is 9 Apr 2009 BROWN PELICAN FIELD TECH NEEDED in Louisiana – I am hiring 1 field technician to assist me with research on brown pelican ecology and conservation in coastal Louisiana. Research duties will include collecting data on nesting pelicans on barrier islands, measuring island vegetation characteristics, assisting with logistics, handling, banding, and translocating chicks to uncolonized islands, feeding translocated chicks, and operating a boat in coastal waters. Some data entry will also be required. The field camp is at LUMCON (URL: http://www.lumcon.edu/) in Cocodrie, Louisiana, and we will boat from there to barrier islands for field work. WORK DATES: 4 May to 22 Jul. Work entails 8-10 hour days, and averages 40 hours a week. EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Either currently enrolled in biological/ecological college program, or have a degree in related fields. Experience with field work and research protocols is greatly beneficial. Must be detail oriented, interested in wildlife conservation, and willing to work in remote locations in occasionally inclement weather for occasionally long days. Must be comfortable traveling to islands via motor boat across choppy waters, and able to work solo, and with a team. Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to operate a 19-foot boat in coastal waters (training will be provided). PAY: $450/wk + housing. Housing entails sharing a room with 1-2 other field biologists at LUMCON. APPLICATION MATERIALS: Please e-mail me a single Word attachment that includes your 1) cover letter explaining your pertinent field experience, why you are interested in the position, how you would be the ideal candidate for the position, and some of the things in life you enjoy, 2) résumé, and 3) contact information (phone numbers required) for 3 references. Mail to SCOTT T. WALTER (EM: stw AT louisiana.edu). RADIO TELEMETRY ASSISTANTS - Brooklyn, New York. Field assistants are needed this spring for an ongoing study of migratory bird stopover ecology in urban/suburban habitats of the New York metropolitan area (see http://www.wcs.org/birdmonitoring for general description). This spring, the project will use radio telemetry to examine the movement patterns, home range sizes, and stopover durations of Ovenbirds in Prospect Park (Brooklyn, NYC). Primary duties of field assistants will include: mist-netting and banding Ovenbirds, mounting radio tags, and locating tagged birds every hour by biangulation. Location coordinates will need to be recorded using a hand-held GPS unit. Mist-netting will occur for two hours after sunrise each day. All tagged birds present at the site will be located every hour between sunrise and noon and then again from 4pm-twilight (approx. 8pm). Crews will cover one shift per day (i.e., morning or evening). Work will be done 7 days per week over a span of approximately 2 to 3 weeks. Ovenbird passage through the NYC area is primarily concentrated within the first 2 weeks of May. Therefore, the starting date of the project will be around May 1st and continue for approximately 2 or 3 weeks until the last radio-tagged birds have departed. Qualifications: B.S. (completed or working towards) in a biological science, experience mist-netting passerines, familiarity with eastern birds, ability to work odd hours, good attention to detail, and a good sense of direction. Previous experience radio-tracking wildlife and using GPS is preferred. Compensation: $450/week. Housing cannot be provided. You must live within reasonable distance of Brooklyn and have reliable transportation in order to be at the field site by sunrise each day. To apply: IMPORTANT-- please provide a cover letter that (1) explains in detail your experience with mist-netting and/or radio-telemetry, (2) confirms you have somewhere to stay near Brooklyn, (3) confirms you have reliable transportation and could be at Prospect Park by 5:30am daily, (4) confirms you are available for the entire period between May 1 and May 23. Applications that do not provide this information will be immediately discarded. Also send your resume/CV and the names and contact info of two references. Please email materials to CHAD SEEWAGEN, Department of Ornithology, Wildlife Conservation Society (EM: cseewagen AT wcs.org). Please email attachments as a Word or PDF document. VOLUNTEER positions are offered for the 2009 field season–Project 1, 2009 Field Season, 10 May - 30 Jul 2009, in the Department of Loreto, Peru on a start-up project examining the bottom-up and top-down effects on bird community structure along a tropical soil productivity gradient, integrating ecology, behavior and genetics. Fieldwork involves work on study plots searching for nests, monitoring nests, sound recording, behavioral observations, mist-netting, banding, blood-sampling and data entry (into databases). Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn current methods in field ornithology, including capture/handling. Work will be conducted primarily in white sand forests and on some terra firme plots. Project 2: 2009 field season, 10 May to 10 Sep, and optionally to 20 Dec, in the Department of Loreto, Peru to work on a dissertation project examining the influence of environmental gradients and species interactions on the spatial distribution, structure and organization of understory mixed-species flocks. Duties will primarily include mist-netting and color banding of birds, quantifying home ranges of mixed-species flocks and quantifying vegetative characteristics of forest structure. Additional opportunities for quantifying foraging behavior and conducting playback experiments are possible for observers with good birdwatching skills. Work will be primarily conducted out of the Madre Selva Biological Station on the Rio Orosa. For both projects: Volunteers will be responsible for transportation to and from, and room and board while in, Iquitos. Transport to and from the field site as well as room and board while at the field site will be provided. Both projects will be a great opportunity for students wanting to pursue a career in ecology. Opportunities for students to elaborate their thesis are available, and such students are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualifications: Successful applicants will have i) previous field experience ii) experience working with mistnets and resident forest birds. Applicants should be in good physical shape, able to work well in a group setting, and be willing to work long hours under difficult conditions (heat, rain, high humidity and lots of biting and stinging insects) in the field. Selection process will begin on 20 Mar 2009. Please send a resume and the name of one reference to JUDIT UNGVARI-MARTIN (EM: jungvari AT ufl.edu) and ARI MARTINEZ (EM: ari AT ufl.edu). MEADOWLARK RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) needed approx. 14 Apr to 30 May 2009. Research assistants will work closely with a UCLA Ph.D. student to examine the evolution of meadowlark color and vocalizations in an area of sympatry between eastern and western meadowlarks. Fieldwork will be conducted at sites along a transect from southeastern Colorado to eastern Oklahoma. Daily work will include conducting point counts by ear; capturing meadowlarks with mist nets and/or traps; banding, blood sampling, and taking morphological and color measurements; recording meadowlark vocalizations; and maintaining a simple field camp. Applicants should be prepared to work long days with few days off. The best applicants will have experience 1) identifying birds by ear, and/or 2) handling wild birds, and/or 3) using sound recording equipment, but I will consider ANY motivated applicant. I will cover living expenses in the field and provide a modest stipend ($125/week). Please e-mail a letter expressing your interest, a short CV, and contact information for 2 or more references AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. Application materials may be sent to (EM: neil.losin AT gmail.com).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- March 4, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 04 Mar 2009 22:53:41 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** FIELD TECHNICIANS--Bird Studies Canada (BSC) Prairie Region is seeking 3 highly motivated field technicians to survey for Golden-winged Warbler (Threatened) for 2 months beginning early May, 2009. These positions include a two-week training period. Field work will be done in Manitoba and Saskatchewan and will consist of early morning point count surveys followed by some habitat classification and possibly also nest-searching. Applicants must be: able to identify birds by sight and sound; at least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license; be comfortable tent-camping and working in a team environment; and prepared for long days and early morning starts. Experience with point counts and/or nest-searching an asset. Salary: CAD $2400/month for 2 months plus accommodation (including some tent camping). The application deadline is 15 Apr 2009. Email applications are preferred. Please send a brief cover letter and resume detailing birding and field experience, plus the names and addresses of two references to (EM: cartuso AT birdscanada.org) (email preferred) or by mail or fax to: CHRISTIAN ARTUSO, Bird Studies Canada, Manitoba Programs Manager, (EM: cartuso AT birdscanada.org), Box 24 - 200 Saulteaux Cr, Winnipeg, MB R3J 3W3 (PH: 204-945-6816, FX: 204-945-3077). PALOMARIN FIELD STATION RESEARCH INTERNSHIPS. Banding intern needed at PRBO Conservation Science's Palomarin Field Station on the Marin County coast, north of San Francisco. We have been studying songbirds at the Palomarin Field Station since 1965, with special focus on the breeding ecology of Wrentits, Song Sparrows, and White-crowned Sparrows. Fieldwork includes mist-netting, banding nestlings and habitat assessment in coastal scrub and riparian habitats. Internship includes public and K-12 group outreach and data entry and verification. Expect long hours in the field and office. Intern will become proficient in landbird monitoring techniques and learn about various aspects of avian ecology (hands-on and via scientific literature). A strong interest in birds, self-motivation, a sense of humor, and the desire to spend long hours in the field and office are required. Participants must be able to work independently as well as in groups. Exposure to poison oak is unavoidable. A functioning pair of binoculars is required. Some of our internships require the use of a personal vehicle, current proof of insurance, and a driver's license. Any use of personal vehicles will be reimbursed at the federal mileage rate. Assistant needed from 15 Mar through Jul 2009. On-site housing is provided (with a crew of 10). This is a voluntary training position that includes a stipend to offset living expenses while on the project ($700 per month, gross). Online applications preferred (URL: http://www.prbo.org/interns/) or email/mail a letter of interest describing previous experience with field research, specific dates of availability and whether or not you have a vehicle, a resume, and contact information for three references (Please note if applying to other positions within PRBO) to RENEE CORMIER, PRBO, P.O. Box 1157, Bolinas, CA 94924 (PH: 415-868-0655 ext. 316; EM: rcormier at prbo dot org). TWO MIGRATORY BIRD BIOLOGISTS POSITIONS are now advertised within the Division of Migratory Birds and Habitat, Conservation Partnerships Program to work within the Migratory Bird Program in Region 8, US Fish and Wildlife Service. Both positions will report to the Migratory Bird Program Chief in the Regional Office in Sacramento. These positions will be located in field office locations, rather than directly in the Regional Office in Sacramento. One will concentrate on S. CA issues and be based in Carlsbad, one will concentrate on N. CA issues and be based in Willows, north of the Sacramento area. Locations other than these may be negotiated, subject to management approval, once selections have been made. These incumbents will oversee management activities for the regional Migratory Bird Program including monitoring, assessment, regulatory actions, technical assistance, and outreach. Activities include: 1) develop and coordinate implementation of region wide conservation plans for migratory birds; 2) monitor the regional status of migratory bird species; 3) provide coordination and technical assistance to internal and external partners in the management of migratory birds; and 4) monitor and evaluate significant environmental and human induced factors impacting migratory bird populations. This announcement is open to both Federal employees and to non-Federal individuals. Details on the position and how to apply are available at: (URL: http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/ftva.asp?seeker=1&JobID=79476627). The application period closes on 20 Mar 2009 Due to the diversity of habitat, species, and issues impacting migratory birds across California, Nevada, and the Klamath Basin, these positions provide an excellent opportunity for interested individuals to get more directly involved and have an influence on the implementation of conservation and management issues for the benefit of migratory birds across the region. TWO FIELD ASSISTANTS needed this summer (2009) from early May to the end of Jul for an ongoing study of Belted Kingfishers on the Hudson River in upstate New York (Glens Falls area). We are looking for ornithologists willing to work long hours in exchange for low pay and a scenic work environment. Much of the work will consist of floating the Hudson in powerboats and kayaks in search of kingfisher burrows. Additional duties include assisting with capturing and banding operations and recording behavioral observations. Applicants should be physically fit, have full color vision, and demonstrate an interest in avian research. We welcome applicants with various levels of experience, but we give preference to recent college graduates with plans to pursue an advanced degree in biology. We will provide all field equipment, housing, transportation at the field site, and a monthly stipend of $2000. Please direct applications and inquires to, ELI BRIDGE (EM: ebridge AT ou.edu). Applications should include a brief resume or CV, a list of at least three references with contact info, and a cover letter that lists your reasons for applying and how your involvement with the project will help you meet future career goals GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS -- This project examines responses of Golden-winged Warblers to commonly applied management practices. Duties will include territory mapping, monitoring productivity, habitat evaluation, and bird banding. Research near Rochert, MN; on or adjacent to Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge. Positions begin ~11 May until on or after 15 Jul 2009. Salary is $300-500 / week, housing provided. Must be able to or have the capacity to identify golden-winged warblers and other common forest birds by sight and sound (training provided), collect vegetative data, and navigate using map and compass and/or GPS. Must be reliable; have positive attitude; be self-motivated; and possess good communication skills, willingness to learn new skills, and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Must be in good physical condition and have a strong work ethic. Previous experience nest searching or with Golden-winged Warblers is preferred. Full position description may be found at (URL: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~jloegeri/research/index.htm). Apply to DR. JOHN LOEGERING, Natural Resources Department, University of Minnesota, 2900 University Avenue , Crookston, MN 56716-5001, (PH: 218-281-8132, EM: jloegeri AT umn.edu) (email submissions preferred). In your cover letter, please explicitly state your earliest start date and your latest departure date. Review begins 20 Mar 2009. EDUCATOR/INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST POSITION: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory is seeking an educator/interpretive naturalist for the period of 1 May-1 Oct 2009. Duties include leading bird walks, conducting evening owl programs, educating visitors and developing interpretive materials and displays. Qualifications: 2-4 seasons experience as a field educator, well-developed communication skills, love of nature and ability to self-motivate. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions. Fellow staff will be conducting a hawk count, a waterbird count, and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and wireless internet. Perks include owl handling experience and living along the Lake Superior shoreline at a prime migratory site. Salary is $1,000 a month. Please send cover letter, resume, and list of 3 references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). AVIAN BIOLOGIST – Ecology and Environment, Inc. is a fully integrated environmental consulting firm whose underlying philosophy is its worldwide commitment to supporting sustainable development through responsible environmental stewardship. We are seeking individuals experienced in environmental permitting of wind and other energy infrastructure for projects throughout the mid-west (MO. KS, OK, AR, IN, MI, OH, IL, TX, CO). The successful candidate will work out of our Overland Park, KS or Chicago, IL offices. Responsibilities:: * Bird surveys using a range of bird sampling techniques including visual/ auditory identification, mist netting and banding, and radio telemetry: * Plant, habitat and threatened and endangered species surveys: * Wetland delineation: * Preparation of NEPA documents: * Permitting of infrastructure development projects with local, state, and federal agencies: * Compliance with USFWS, COE and state equivalent agency requirements: * Monitoring restoration and construction projects in biologically sensitive areas: * Potential for growth to project management. Requirements:: * BS/MS in Biology or a related field: * 2 - 7 years experience with environmental permitting efforts for the construction of energy infrastructure projects throughout the Central U.S.: * Experience conducting avian surveys: * Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel: * Excellent written and oral communication skills. TARA L. DENNIS, Ecology and Environment, Inc., 368 Pleasant View Dr., Lancaster, New York 14086 (PH: 716-684-8060 Ext. 2803, EM: tdennis AT ene.com). FIELD TECHNICIANS needed to assist Ph.D. student with investigation of behavior, movement, and demographics of Jan-backed Woodpeckers in Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to assist with a radio telemetry study starting in May. Work includes habitat assessment, radio tracking, nest searching, color-banding, population and nest monitoring, and behavior observations. Proficiency working with birds, a working knowledge of radio telemetry techniques, and a demonstrated ability to work alone and under difficult field conditions are preferred. Housing is provided. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2 references (name, phone, and email) to CHRIS ROTA (EM: bbwo2009 AT picra.net) by 20 Mar. MARSH BIRD SURVEY AND NEST MONITORING TECHNICIANS (2) Vacancy Number: T11660904C. Two field technicians needed to conduct bird surveys and nest monitoring in marshes of coastal NC and VA. Specific duties will include secretive marsh bird call-back surveys at dawn and/or dusk, documentation of habitat characteristics, and establishment of nest monitoring systems where King Rail are detected. Positions are full-time from 19 Mar – 22 May, and will pay $8-10 per hour, depending on experience. Free housing, work vehicle, and all necessary field gear will be provided. Some weekend hours should be expected, as work is weather dependent. Candidates must be physically fit and undaunted by the prospects of heat, humidity, bugs, and mud. Some sites may require canoe/kayak access. Selected candidates will be mailed a CD of bird calls to learn prior to arrival. Training in marsh bird call-back survey protocol, marsh bird song recognition, GPS, and vegetation id will be provided, but candidates must be able to then work as independent pairs with minimal supervision. Previous marsh-bird survey experience or other marsh terrain experience preferred, but not required. Must have valid drivers license. /A//A/EEO In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Final candidates for employment will be subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies will also require credit or motor vehicle checks. All employees will be required to complete federal paperwork to conduct surveys on National Wildlife Refuges. Please send a letter of interest (with vacancy number), NCSU Temporary Employment Application, resume, and contact info. for 3 references (phone/ e-mail address) to NATHAN TARR (EM: nmtarr AT ncsu.edu) at North Carolina State University, Department of Biology, Campus Box 7617, Raleigh, NC 27695. E-mail applications are preferred. The NCSU temporary employment application found at (URL: http://www7.acs.ncsu.edu/hr/forms/employment/tempapp_noutsfil.pdf. The signed temporary employment application can be faxed to (FX: 919-515-4454), attention: NATHAN TARR. FIELD ASSISTANTS (1-3) – needed for forest bird ecology study in the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest, Wisconsin (mid-May through Jul). This research project is investigating the impacts of non-native earthworms to ground-nesting songbirds. Earthworms are degrading forest understory habitat in the northern Midwest, but no research up to this point has addressed their impacts to birds. Assistants’ main duties will be to search for and monitor nests of Ovenbirds and Hermit Thrushes and to conduct vegetation sampling in forest stands that are characterized by various stages of earthworm invasion. Requirements: Tolerance of working early mornings and moderately long days (8-10 hours) under sometimes strenuous conditions, willingness and ability to hike moderately long distances (3-6 miles) during a typical day in the field. Basic orienteering skills, previous bird fieldwork experience, and knowledge of the birds of the northern Midwest is a plus but not required. Availability of a personal vehicle also preferred, but not required. Study area is located in a 1.5 million acre national forest in northwest Wisconsin with hundreds of lakes interspersed throughout. Recreational opportunities abound (canoeing, hiking, world-class mountain biking, birding, fishing). Stipend is $1200-$1500 per month, commensurate with experience, with (lakeside) housing provided. Please submit VIA EMAIL IN ONE ATTACHMENT a cover letter and resume including contact information for 2 references to: SCOTT LOSS, University of Minnesota (EM: lossx004 AT umn.edu). Application deadline is 10 Apr 2009 and successful applicants will be notified by 1 May. Exact number of assistants hired will depend on outcome of pending funding applications. WHOOPING CRANE REINTRODUCTION INTERNSHIP – The International Crane Foundation has an immediate opening for a Whooping Crane Reintroduction Intern. Duties: Assist in radiotracking reintroduced whooping cranes in Wisconsin, on migration, and on the wintering grounds in Florida. Likely also assist with care and monitoring of recently released whooping cranes at Chassahowitzka NWR release pen on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Duration: Begins 1 Oct or ASAP. This position is long-term, but may be filled shorter term by mutual agreement. Stipend: $450 per month. Lodging and per diem travel expenses provided. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in biology or conservation; physically fit and willing to work outdoors at any time of day and any day of week; valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and ability to drive up to 400 miles per day; ability to fly up to 6 hours in small aircraft without becoming airsick; ability to problem-solve and work cooperatively with other team members under demanding and challenging conditions. Desired: Experience with radiotelemetry. Sponsor: This internship is offered by the International Crane Foundation, P. O. Box 447, Baraboo, WI 53913. Refer to (URL: http://www.savingcranes.org) for general project information. Contact: Dr. Richard Urbanek, (EM: richard_urbanek AT fws.gov, PH: 608/565-2045 or cell 612/804-0959, FX 608/565-3160). To Apply: Submit (1) cover letter stating your interest in the project, (2) resume, (3) college transcripts, AND (4) the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references. Applications accepted immediately and until position is filled. Email applications to Dr. Urbanek are strongly preferred. Otherwise, send to: DR. RICHARD URBANEK, Whooping Crane Reintroduction Internship, Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, W7996 20th Street West, Necedah, WI 54646 AA/EOE BIRD ECOLOGY TECHNICIAN – University of Arkansas. Duration: 10 May – 28 Jun, 2009. Location: Ozark National Forest, Arkansas. Salary: $2,500 for 7 weeks. This project investigates the effects of oak decline and fire restoration on breeding bird communities in the Ozark Mountains. We will conduct bird surveys in the mornings and vegetation/arthropod surveys in the afternoons. Housing provided. Previous experience with bird id is preferred and the ability to work early mornings and in rugged terrain is essential. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references with telephone numbers to MAUREEN MCCLUNG (EM: mrm06 AT uark.edu). *Potential to also work on shorebird project (10 Jul – 1 Oct) through University of Arkansas. Salary: $1,500 per month.* GENERAL BIOLOGIST I, Location: Laurel, MD, Patuxent Wildlife Research Center. Duties: Bird Population Mapping & Verification. Salary: $18 to $21 per hour depending upon experience (plus benefits). IAP Worldwide Services seeks qualified candidates to support a U.S. government contractual requirement supporting the US Geological Survey (USGS) Bird Banding Laboratory (BBL) at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center (PWRC). The successful candidate will have a Bachelor of Science degree (or higher) in Biology from an accredited institution including specific experience with birds, waterfowl, and general ornithology. Bird banding knowledge and experience is a plus. The position requires adeptness in reading maps such as DeLorme Atlas & Gazetteers and Google(tm) Earth, plus the ability to verify and apply coordinate data regarding bird band recoveries which contribute to international studies of bird movements. General tasks include correcting the geographic "kick-outs" generated for BBL encounter data and using the BBL Oracle relational database system and mapping software to verify locations and resolve location discrepancies identified from band encounter reports, requiring attention to detail to ensure the accuracy of the corrected information. The successful applicant will use problem-solving skills combined with an understanding of geography and knowledge of bird distribution patterns to resolve identified errors. The candidate must be able to communicate effectively with the general public through email, letters, and telephone to obtain needed information about encounter records. The successful candidate will also provide assistance with other data management tasks within the Encounter Section of the BBL and assist with improving the quality of incoming and existing encounter data by resolving potential errors identified through other data quality control processes of the BBL. Other requirements include responding to queries from scientists and the general public regarding specific encounter records. Problem-solving skills and attention to detail combined with general knowledge of ornithology will be required to accomplish these tasks. This position is currently contracted from 1 Apr to 30 Nov 2009 but may be extended at the discretion of the USGS. Interested candidates may apply at (URL: http://www.iapws.com/careers) under the "Scientific" category. AQUATIC BIRD REHABILITATION INTERNSHIPS–International Bird Rescue Research Center (IBRRC) is pleased to offer internships to individuals interested in aquatic bird rehabilitation and oil spill response. Any person can apply for an international internship with IBRRC - including people from North America. The program's most valuable component is the hands-on training gained at our centers in the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas. These centers are home to IBRRC's rehabilitation program for aquatic birds. Combined, the centers receive over 4,500 birds each year. Working within our rehabilitation program with experienced staff and volunteers enables interns to gain valuable skills and knowledge about aquatic birds not offered in universities. Interns learn all aspects of rehabilitation - from initial assessment, nutrition and husbandry, basic medical treatments, bird washing, case management, and volunteer management. Aquatic birds are challenging and labor intensive to rehabilitate. Interns learn first hand the intricacies of waterproofing, housing for each species, problem solving and also learn about herd health management (caring for many birds at one time). All of these points are important aspects of oil spill response and oiled bird rehabilitation. Interns gain valuable practical experience, while helping wildlife patients and working with staff and highly trained volunteers. Some of the skills learned include individual species identification and natural history, proper husbandry and enrichment techniques, animal handling, tube-feeding, medication administration, lab work, and various other procedures. Interns will receive daily one-on-one training, and will be asked to work on an individual or group project. The internship is intense, physically demanding, fast-paced and repetitive, giving interns the opportunity to learn about many aspects of aquatic bird rehabilitation. Abilities and Experience Required: * Be interested in a career in wild bird rehabilitation or closely related fields (veterinary medicine, etc.); * Must be 18 years or older; * Have current passport and visa (if needed); * Commit to at least 3 consecutive months of work; * Expect to work a 5-day week, usually 10-12 hours/day; * Provide resume with references and letter explaining their interest in this program and field of work; * Ability to work independently and as a team member; * Ability to perform tedious tasks for long periods of time; * Ability to do rigorous outdoor work in all types of weather; * Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, such as cleaning, lifting, climbing stairs, etc.; * Ability to work quickly and efficiently while precisely following directions and procedures; * Ability to get along with others in a group housing situation; * Be responsible for their round-trip airfare. Intern Benefits: * Supervision by IBRRC staff; * Involvement with oil spills as they occur locally; * Attendance at IBRRC trainings as they are available; * Access to IBRRC literature and staff. For questions about the internship or the application process, please email us at (EM: internships AT ibrrc.org) or visit our website (URL: http://www.ibrrc.org/internship_program.html). SEASONAL SHOREBIRD/WATERBIRD FIELD ASSISTANT for The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve needed starting mid Apr 2009 (start date flexible) for 18 weeks. Field Assistant will assist with monitoring, research, and management activities for nesting shorebirds and colonial waterbirds on the barrier islands and marshes of Virginia’s Eastern Shore. Monitoring and research activities include: shorebird (American Oystercatcher and Piping Plover) and waterbird surveys (terns and skimmers), shorebird and waterbird productivity monitoring, American Oystercatcher banding and resighting and data entry. Management activities include: posting and patrolling bird colonies on the barrier islands, educating island visitors about beach nesting birds, and maintaining signage. Additional duties may be assigned. Basic qualifications include: coursework in active pursuit of a degree in biology, wildlife management, or related field; experience working with Microsoft Office Suite software; experience with basic waterbird and shorebird identification for the US east coast; experience operating and trailering boats independently up to 20 feet in length; must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record, as per TNC’s Auto Safety Program; and experience working in physically strenuous settings sometimes to the point of physical fatigue, in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, and on difficult and hazardous terrain. Preferred applicants will have previous experience working with beach nesting shorebirds and waterbirds, good boat handling experience (able to trailer and operate alone), and GPS and GIS experience. Some weekend and holiday work will be required. This is a great opportunity to work with several species of shorebirds and waterbirds in a unique barrier island ecosystem. The Eastern Shore of Virginia offers unlimited opportunities for fantastic birding, kayaking and fishing, all in close proximity to Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia. Compensation: $13/hour, 40 hours/week. Assistance with housing may available. TO APPLY: Go to (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers), click View Positions and search by the position title and/or location, then click Apply Now to submit an online application. It is necessary to complete the application in its entirety. In addition, please attach as one document your resume and a letter of interest that includes salary requirements. Those who are interested in applying are encouraged to do so no later than 18 Mar 2009. For assistance with the online process, go to: (URL: http://www.nature.org/careers/files/external_applicant_userguide.pdf. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Subject: Bird Jobs -- March 1, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Sun, 01 Mar 2009 23:47:25 -0500

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** CERULEAN WARBLER TECHNICIANâ€“Agency: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Location: Daniel Boone National Forest. Job Description: Technicians (3) are needed to work on a project examining the response of avian communities to silvicultural treatments in the Daniel Boone National Forest - Cumberland Ranger District in Eastern Kentucky. Qualifications: Technicians should have the ability to identify birds visually and auditory, as well as work independently in the field. Nest searching, point counts, spot mapping, and vegetation surveys will be conducted. Technicians must be familiar, but preferably experienced, with all aspects of data collection, especially nest searching and vegetation identification. Early mornings in the field with long days and weeks expected. The Cerulean Warbler is a species of special concern and is one of the fastest declining warbler species in eastern North America. This project is part of a multi-state collaboration addressing the response of Cerulean Warbler and other forest-dependent species to silvicultural practices. Work will begin mid Apr 2009 and continue through 30 Jun 2009. Housing will be provided with a salary of $3,000- $3500 dependent upon experience. Please send a brief letter of interest and experience along with a resume with three references to ANDREA EVANS (EM: mqcp AT iup.edu). Salary: 3000-3500 for whole season/DOE. Last Date to apply: 13 Mar 2009. Contact: Andrea Evans (EM: mqcp AT iup.edu(Preferred); PH: 814-771-8366) SUMMER NATURALISTS, Sharon Audubon Center â€“ The Sharon Audubon Center is an environmental education center owned and operated by the National Audubon Society. This 1100+ acre sanctuary provides outstanding learning opportunities in a diverse and beautiful setting in northwestern Connecticut. For more information see http://www.sharon.audubon.org. Qualifications: Completion of at least two years of college coursework in the environmental or life sciences. Some teaching experience and/or curriculum development is necessary. Summer Naturalists must be confident in leading a group and initiating activities, working independently and team teaching. The most important assets are a strong work ethic, natural history background, on-going enthusiasm, commitment, flexibility, a desire to learn, and the ability to work well with others and with children. Duties: The primary responsibility of the summer naturalists is to oversee the Sharon Audubon Center Summer Nature Programs for children ages 3-11. Children visit the Center for 2-5 hours each day during weeklong sessions. Activities range from discovery hikes, pond explorations, live animal programs, nature crafts and games. The summer naturalists design the curriculum for these programs and conduct the programs with the help of volunteer assistants. Summer Naturalists may also be involved with other aspects of the nature center as needed, such as summer festival planning and set-up, wildlife rehabilitation, general education programs, answering requests for information, assisting customers in the nature store, and helping with many other facets of a nature centerâ€™s day to day operation. Supervision: The Summer Naturalists work under the guidance of the Education Program Manager. In addition, the entire staff is available to interns for special interest sessions, guidance, and assistance. Housing, Salary, and School Credit: Interns have a furnished apartment with private or shared bedrooms, a shared kitchen, bath, and living room. Salary is $280.00 per week. Students should arrange for school credit with their advisor beforehand. Position: mid-May through mid-Aug; closing date 18 Apr 2009. Application: To be considered for an internship, send a cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Wendy Miller, Education Program Manager, Sharon Audubon Center, 325 Cornwall Bridge Road, Sharon, CT 06069. (PH: 860-364-0520, FX: 860-364-5792). PH.D. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP is available beginning Aug 2009 within the Ecology Department, Montana State University (MSU) to work on nesting ecology of ducks in North and South Dakota. The research will investigate the role of winter wheat to nesting success at multiple spatial scales. Preliminary data suggest that nests in winter wheat fields may have high survival rates, and funding is now in place to conduct an intensive investigation of factors influencing nest survival in landscapes where a winter cereals program is in place. The studentâ€™s research advisor will be Jay Rotella. The work will be done in close conjunction with biologists and GIS specialists at the Great Plains Regional Office of Ducks Unlimited. The project is funded for 4 years, and the assistantship pays $18,000 per year and includes an out-of-state tuition waiver. M.S. in wildlife biology, conservation biology, ecology, natural resource management, or related field is required. The successful applicant must have a GRE of over 1100 (verbal and quantitative). If you are interested, please contact DR. JAY ROTELLA (EM: rotella AT montana.edu), Ecology Department, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717. For more details please visit (URL: http://www.montana.edu/rotella/opportunities.htm). CONSERVATION BIOLOGY FACULTY POSITION â€“ Warren Wilson College seeks an individual to fill a faculty position in Environmental Studies and Biology. This is a one year position with the possibility of continuation in our extended contract system. We provide a salary commensurate with experience and the position begins 1 Aug 2009. Candidates for this position must have an earned doctorate and a record of excellence in teaching, preferably in an undergraduate liberal arts college. Responsibilities will include teaching Conservation and Wildlife Biology, Introduction to Environmental Studies, Ecology, an upper division course in the candidateâ€™s specialty, advising senior research projects, if extended teaching General Biology and Research Design, and participating within the first-year seminar program and Warren Wilsonâ€™s study abroad program. Applicants who complement existing expertise in the departments are preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate teaching excellence and teach the equivalent of six 4-credit courses per year. We seek individuals with the following characteristics: a solid academic background, a committed interest in our triad of academic study, work, and service; and a desire to teach regularly in the College-wide general education program. Highly desirable is a second-language proficiency and experience in off-campus and international learning. Warren Wilson College is an independent liberal arts college located on a beautiful 1135-acre campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the edge of Asheville, North Carolina. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference to Academic Affairs, Warren Wilson College, P.O. Box 9000, Asheville, NC 28815-9000, or submit to (EM: academic AT warren-wilson.edu). Electronic submissions are preferred. Questions about the position description should be directed to DR. LOUISE WEBER, Chair of Environmental Studies (EM: lweber AT warren-wilson.edu). Review of applications will begin 20 Mar 2009, and continue until the position is filled. We desire a diverse faculty and a community that reflects a global outlook. WWC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. SWALLOW BIOLOGY FIELD RESEARCH INTERNS (2+), Cornell University. Become part of a network of field biologists working across the Western Hemisphere: the Golondrinas de las Americas (Swallows of the Americas; http://golondrinas.cornell.edu/) network is seeking student interns to work at sites in Canada from early May to mid-Jul, 2009. Field Responsibilities: Interns will be trained on-site by a field supervisor (a former intern or graduate student) and work with 1-2 local students. The primary responsibilities of the interns involve monitoring the breeding success of swallows in 100 nest boxes in accordance with a standardized protocol, which includes daily field work, clear record-keeping, and prompt data entry. Additional duties include maintaining and upgrading nest boxes and searching for swallow nests in natural cavities. Research Responsibilities: There are options for university research credits for undergraduate interns. Interns can develop their own research proposal (a question of interest and proposed methods to answer it) and present this at a nearby university or field station and, upon return, at their home university. Interns will be encouraged to use their proposals to apply for research grants awarded within the Golondrinas network and/or to remain in the network in subsequent years as field supervisors. Qualifications: Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in environmental biology (or a related field). Previous coursework in biology required. Prior field experience desirable, but not essential. The ability to work, live, and communicate well with others under rigorous and remote conditions is essential. Compensation: travel, housing, and small stipend provided. To apply: Send application materials via email to CAREN COOPER (EM: cbc25 AT cornell.edu). A complete application includes a cover letter, CV or resume, and names and contact information for two professional references. FIELD TECHNICIANS for the Maritimes Breeding Bird Atlasâ€“Summer Employment Opportunity â€“ Bird Studies Canada (BSC) â€“ Atlantic Region is seeking 3 to 5 highly motivated field technicians to survey for breeding birds for the Maritimes Breeding Bird Atlas for 2.5 months beginning 27 May 2009. The Atlas is a five-year field project to determine the distribution and abundance of all bird species breeding in the Maritimes. For more information on the project, visit (URL: http://www.mba-aom.ca). Field work will be done in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island and will consist of early morning point count surveys followed by late morning/afternoon surveys for breeding bird evidence. Applicants must be: able to identify birds by sight and sound; at least 21 years of age and have a valid driverâ€™s license; be comfortable tent-camping and working in a team environment; and prepared for long days and early morning starts. Experience camping in remote areas and familiarity with the Maritimes region is an asset. Salary: $2350/month for 2.5 months plus food and accommodation (tent camping). The application deadline is 10 Apr 2009. Email applications are preferred. While Bird Studies Canada thanks all applicants, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted. Please send a brief cover letter and resume detailing birding and field experience, plus the names and addresses of two references to (EM: bstewart AT bsc-eoc.org) (email preferred) or by mail or fax to: BECKY STEWART, Bird Studies Canada â€“ Atlantic Region, Maritimes Breeding Bird Atlas, P.O. Box 6227, Sackville, NB E4L 1G6 (FX: 506-364-5062). EXPERIENCED BIRD RESEARCHERSâ€“The University of New Brunswick is looking for experienced bird researchers for a project studying Bicknellâ€™s Thrush in remote north-central New Brunswick. The successful applicants will be working in dense regenerating balsam fir stands, with an early start to the day (3:30 a.m.), so a good sense of humor and enjoyment of the outdoors are important. Applicants should feel comfortable removing birds from mist nets, handling, and sampling them (claws, feathers, blood), searching for nests, as well as scribing. We will also be searching for nests using radio transmitters, and setting up video monitoring equipment on the nests. The field season will begin 25 May 25, and will end early Aug. We will work 8 hours/day, five days a week, with the exception of rain days. The wage is $10/hr (works out to about $1600/mth) and we work for 2.5 months. Room and board is included, but successful applicants will need to provide their own transportation to Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada. We will have accommodations in a log cabin, with internet connection, satellite T.V., hot water, and a kitchen. To apply please contact HUBERT ASKANAS via e-mail (EM: k439e AT unb.ca). FIELD CREW LEADER (1) and RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) needed for study of acoustic disturbances to bird and carnivore communities in Sierra National Forest, in the central Sierra Nevada mountains of California. Primary responsibilities include re-locating and marking study sites, installing and checking acoustic monitoring equipment, conducting bird (point count and transect) surveys, and conducting carnivore (track plate) surveys. This project will provide a rich and challenging opportunity to build experience in diverse field techniques, explore the central Sierra Nevada range, and interact with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and environmental professionals. Qualifications: ďˇGood physical condition; ďˇAbility to work independently in remote and rugged conditions; ďˇAbility to navigate off-trail using GPS, map and compass; ďˇMust possess a valid driverâ€™s license, with a good driving record; ďˇExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail; ďˇAbility to maintain complete and accurate datasets; ďˇBachelor or advanced degree in ecology or a related field is preferred; ďˇPrior experience identifying western birds by sight and sound is required for the Crew Leader position. The field project will run for approximately 12 weeks (late May â€“ mid Aug for the Crew Leader and early Jun â€“ late Aug for the Research Assistants). You will be expected to work five days per week, but the weekly schedule (i.e., days off) will vary. A stipend for housing and compensation for driving your personal vehicle will be provided. Some camping may be necessary at distant sites. Salary is negotiable and will depend on qualifications and experience. Please send a cover letter and resume, including the names and contact information of three references, by email to (EM: matt_dietz AT tws.org). Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until all three positions are filled. WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST (Avian) - Two year term position based in Fairbanks, Alaska. Includes Fieldwork in Arctic Alaska. The Fish and Wildlife Service is hiring a wildlife biologist for a two-year term position based in the Fairbanks Field Office. With oversight, the biologist will be responsible for planning field and organizing field projects including logistics, and leading a field crew studying threatened Steller's eiders in Barrow, Alaska. Field work will occur in Arctic Alaska from mid-May through Sep each year. Field duties will include conducting surveys for breeding eiders, characterizing nest sites and monitoring nests, capturing birds for banding and possibly radio transmitter attachment and tracking females with broods, deploying and monitoring camera systems. Extensive walking is required to search for and monitor nests and track broods using radio telemetry. When not in the field the biologist will analyze data, produce reports and presentations, and assist other staff biologists with writing assignments. Preferred qualifications include knowledge and experience of waterfowl biology and capture, handling, and data collection methods, use of GPS and ArcGIS, good verbal and written communication skills, and experience of living in and managing a remote field camp. Eligibility: you must be a U.S. citizen. Salary: GSâ€“09 level. Hiring process: Only US citizens are eligible, you must apply to the Wildlife Biologist job announcement at (URL: http://usajobs.opm.gov) with a duty station of Fairbanks, Alaska (Position Number R7-09-239915-DD) before 5 Mar 2009. For further information please contact TED SWEM, USF&WS, (EM: Ted_Swem AT fws.gov). GRASSLAND BIRDS RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (3): University of Manitoba is seeking Wildlife Research Technicians to conduct bird surveys in the mixed-grass prairie in south-western Manitoba. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, early morning point count surveys for grassland birds, vegetation surveys, data entry, and help with maintaining the field station. Qualifications: Candidates with a background in biology, ecology, geography, or related fields will be given preference. Ability to identify grassland birds an asset but not a must. Training will include bird identification by sight at sound. The candidate must have a valid driverâ€™s license. Employment is from early May through the end of Jul 2009. Salary: $2,000 Cdn/month, accommodation provided. TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to (EM: umranell AT cc.umanitoba.ca). Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Job-related questions may also be directed to DR. NICOLA KOPER, (EM: koper AT cc.umanitoba.ca). KIRTLANDâ€™S WARBLER TOUR GUIDE AND COWBIRD TRAPPER - Located in Grayling, MI, 14 May â€“ 4 Jul 2009. The Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler Tour Guide and Cowbird Trapper will assist the US Fish and Wildlife Service in 1) leading the public Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler tours from Grayling, MI and 2) assisting with monitoring of brown-headed cowbird traps, as directed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The guide will be responsible for developing a high level of knowledge of all aspects of Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler identification, biology, history and management, in preparation for leading the public tour. The guide is also responsible for leading the tour in all types of conditions, including biting insects and cold, windy weather. At times it may be necessary to wait up to 2-3 hours with participants to see a Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler. Typically, about 98-99% of participants get a view of a Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler, and the guide will be responsible for maintaining this level of excellence. Cowbird trapping requires specific on-the-job training in data collection and methodology, which will be given by Chris Mensing upon employment. Compensation of $1,200/month for the 52 day period, or $2013 total. Lodging is provided at Camp Wa-Wa-Sum during the period of employment. Send letter of interest and resume to WENDY TATAR (EM: programcoordinator AT michiganaudubon.org). NEST SEARCHER NEEDED for a ISU and NCSU research project in Guanica, Puerto Rico. Fieldwork will include a combination of nest searching and monitoring, foraging observations, and radio telemetry in two forests in southwestern Puerto Rico. Self-motivation and the desire to spend long hours in the field are required. Must be able to get along well with others. Must have a valid US driver's license and a good pair of binoculars. Banders are needed from mid to late Mar through the end of Jul 2009. Housing will be provided; hourly rate $8/hr. Email a letter of interest describing previous experience with field research, specific dates of availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to AMBER WIEWEL (EM: anwiewel AT iastate.edu) or JAIME COLLAZO (EM: jaime_collazo AT ncsu.edu) by 15 Mar 2009. AVIAN RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (2) needed from 1 Apr through 1 Jul for projects conducting surveys for riparian raptors, and nest monitoring of Common Black-Hawks in riparian habitats of the Verde River watershed, Arizona. One technician will be responsible for working with a graduate student conducting Common Black-Hawk nest monitoring, prey-base sampling, and vegetation/habitat sampling. One technician will work with others conducting surveys of riparian raptors, and vegetation/habitat sampling of survey areas. Considerable traveling and camping will be necessary. Flexibility, a positive attitude, good physical condition, a tolerance of hot weather and long days that begin before dawn, are required. Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates, with experience in identification of raptors by sight and sound. Knowledge of Arizonaâ€™s riparian birds is preferred but not required, though ability to quickly learn to identify birds by sight and calls is essential. Applicants must have a valid driverâ€™s license. Pay is $10.50/hour, with $20 per diem when camping. Schedule will likely be a rotating schedule of 10 days on and 4 days off. To apply, submit (email preferred) resume, cover letter, and contacts for 3 professional references to MATTHEW JOHNSON (EM: Matthew.Johnson AT nau.edu), Colorado Plateau Research Station, Northern Arizona University, Box 5614, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011. Reference "Raptor Technician position" in the subject heading of the email. Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. VOLUNTEER FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (4) needed to assist with a Mexican spotted owl behavioral study in Grand Canyon National Park, 15 Mar â€“ 15 Jun (minimum of 1 month commitment). Duties will include backpacking to remote canyons and recording diurnal roosting owl behavior. Volunteers will be required to camp within canyons for up to 8 days and use a spotting scope for extended periods. Food, housing, and a $15 per diem stipend will be provided. Preference will be given to applicants with experience backpacking in rugged terrain and conducting animal behavior studies. Please send a cover letter explaining interest, dates of availability, and a resume or CV to TIM BOWDEN (EM:Tim_Bowden AT nps.gov), Grand Canyon National Park, Science Center, PO Box 129, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023. Positions open until filled. RESEARCH FIELD TECHNICIAN on breeding Painted Buntings in agricultural habitats modified by CP-33 Habitat Buffers. The Department of Environmental Studies at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) is looking for a bander / point count technician for our mist-net mark-recapture and point count monitoring efforts supported by a State Wildlife Grant though the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR). The five month position will begin ~1 May 2009 -30 Sep 2009. The main goal of our project is to conduct intensive bird surveys to determine breeding bird abundance and nest success for Painted Bunting and other indicator songbird species in agricultural landscapes modified by Farm Bill Conservation Practice 33 (habitat buffers) within South Carolina. Applicants are expected to have experience in identifying Eastern birds by sight and sound, operate mist-nets, and remove birds from nets. Knowledge with determining age and sex of birds and a familiarity with the Pyle Guide is a must. Primary duties will be mist-netting/banding at separate banding stations, conducting point counts, and assisting a graduate student with telemetry monitoring and nest searches. Salary is equivalent to up to 40 hours/week at $10.50/hour, no overtime. Applicants must get along well with others, be good communicators, be willing to work hard, and be self-motivated. Applicants must also be in good physical condition with the ability to work long hours in hot, open farm country. Technicians will be provided housing near study site. TO APPLY: visit (URL: https://jobs.uncw.edu , and send resume and references to Dr. JAMIE ROTENBERG, Department of Environmental Studies, University of North Carolina Wilmington (EM: rotenbergj AT uncw.edu). Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled. SHOREBIRD TECHNICIAN â€“ University of Arkansas. Duration: 10 Jul â€“ 1 Oct. 2009. Location: Mississippi delta region of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Salary: $1,500 per month. This project will determine the number of shorebirds moving through the southeastern US during fall migration. Specifically, we will be conducting surveys for shorebirds in portions of Arkansas, Mississippi, and Louisiana. This position will require extensive travel. Housing and/or hotel accommodations will be provided. Previous experience with shorebird id is preferred. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, and list of three references with telephone numbers to SARAH LEHNEN (EM: slehnen AT uark.edu). ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING--Ecology and Environment, Inc. is a fully integrated environmental consulting firm whose underlying philosophy is its worldwide commitment to supporting sustainable development through responsible environmental stewardship. We are seeking individuals experienced in environmental permitting of wind and other energy infrastructure for projects throughout the mid-west (MO. KS, OK, AR, IN, MI, OH, IL, TX, CO). The successful candidate will work out of our Overland Park, KS or Chicago, IL offices. Responsibilities: Bird surveys using a range of bird sampling techniques including visual/ auditory identification, mist netting and banding, and radio telemetry, Plant, habitat and threatened and endangered species surveys, Wetland delineation, Preparation of NEPA documents, Permitting of infrastructure development projects with local, state, and federal agencies, Compliance with USFWS, COE and state equivalent agency requirements, Monitoring restoration and construction projects in biologically sensitive areas, Potential for growth to project management. Requirements: BS/MS in Biology or a related field, 2 - 7 years experience with environmental permitting efforts for the construction of energy infrastructure projects throughout the Central U.S., Experience conducting avian surveys, Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, Excellent written and oral communication skills. E&E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401k and retirement plan. Please visit out website at (URL: http://www.ene.com) to apply on-line. WHOOPING CRANE TRACKING INTERNSHIP: Duties: Assist in radiotracking reintroduced whooping cranes in Florida, on migration, and in Wisconsin. Duration: Begins Feb/Mar 2009. This position is long-term but may be filled shorter term by mutual agreement. Stipend: $550 per month. Lodging provided. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in biology or conservation; physically fit and willing to work outdoors at any time of day and any day of week; valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and ability to drive up to 400 miles per day; ability to problem-solve and work cooperatively with other team members. Desired: Experience with radiotelemetry; ability to fly up to 6 hours in small aircraft without becoming airsick; experience with GIS, and/or database management. Sponsor: International Crane Foundation, Baraboo, WI (URL: http://www.savingcranes.org). AA/EOE. Contact: DR. RICHARD URBANEK, (EM: richard_urbanek AT fws.gov, PH: 612-804-0959). To Apply: EMAIL (1) cover letter stating your interest in the project, (2) resume, (3) college transcripts, and (4) the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Dr. Urbanek. Applications accepted until position is filled. WHOOPING CRANE REINTRODUCTION INTERNSHIPS: Duties: Assist in rearing and care of whooping crane chicks at Necedah National Wildlife Refuge, Wisconsin. Initial training provided at International Crane Foundation. Assist in release and monitoring of cranes in Central Wisconsin during fall. Duration: 7-8 months: Apr/May-Nov 2009. Stipend: $600 per month. Lodging provided. Qualifications: Required: Bachelorâ€™s degree in biology or conservation, willingness to work outdoors at any time of day and any day of week, ability to work silently while wearing a crane isolation-rearing costume for prolonged periods and function safely while looking through face mesh of low visibility, valid driver's license and good driving record. Desired: Experience in aviculture. Sponsor: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Contact: Dr. Richard Urbanek, (EM: richard_urbanek AT fws.gov, PH: 612/804-0959). To Apply: EMAIL (1) cover letter stating your interest in the project, (2) resume, (3) copy of college transcripts, AND (4) the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Dr. Urbanek. Applications accepted until positions are filled. FIELD TECHNICIAN needed to study seed dispersal by birds in fragmented landscapes, The Corridor Project, South Carolina â€“ The Tewksbury lab at the University of Washington is seeking one field technician, 4 May - 17 Jul, to study the abundance and diversity of bird communities in an experimentally fragmented forest near Aiken, South Carolina. We are testing hypotheses about the effects of habitat fragmentation and habitat corridors on seed dispersal by birds. (More information about the Corridor Project: http://www.conservationcorridor.org/; More information about the Tewksbury lab: http://faculty.washington.edu/tewksjj/ ) The technician will conduct point count surveys 5 mornings per week for 5 weeks in longleaf and loblolly pine forests. S/he will also (1) assist with installing artificial perch poles and seed traps in habitat patches, (2) water plants in habitat patches 6 days per week for 5 weeks, (3) count the number of ripe fruits on all study plants once per week, and (4) assist with removing seed traps from forest patches in Jul. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and the ability to identify South Carolina forest birds by sight and sound. Must also be able to maintain a positive attitude in extremely hot and humid field conditions (esp. in Jun and Jul). Compensation is $400 per week. Field vehicle is provided. Housing in Aiken, SC typically costs 1 person $400 per month. If interested please contact DAN EVANS, (EM: dmevans AT u.washington.edu). LOOKING FOR RESEARCH ASSISTANTS interested in volunteering with research on natal dispersal and reproductive success of migratory birds. Fieldwork will be conducted at the Patuxent Wildlife Research Center near Laurel, MD starting approximately 15 Apr and continuing through Jul. Responsibilities will include: assisting with mist netting and banding birds, recording data on captured birds, locating and monitoring nests, habitat quality assessment, and conducting point counts to record all birds seen and heard within the study area. Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to the entire period of this research and provide their own housing but anyone interested in helping is welcome to apply. Some training can be provided but knowledge of bird identification and experience netting, banding and bleeding birds is highly desired. Please email CLARK RUSHING (EM: crushing AT umd.edu) if you are interested or would like more information. Please contact by 20 Mar 2009
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 27, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:22:04 -0500

tEDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** NEEDED IMMEDIATELY: VOLUNTEER RESEARCH ASSISTANTS for Costa Rican Bird Population Dynamics Project Needed IMMEDIATELY until 17 Apr 2009, preferably during the whole period. We conduct constant-effort banding to study the local bird community and use radio telemetry to investigate survival of native forest birds among a gradient of land use at 21 sites. Some Spanish and mistnetting/bird banding experience (preferably over 300 birds) are preferred. In addition, applicants should be comfortable with working 4AM-1PM for 6 days/week, be in good physical condition, have previous fieldwork experience, function well in a team and enjoy working outdoors. This is an excellent preparation for grad school and a number of former assistants have been accepted into top Ph.D. programs in ecology and evolution. We are based at Las Cruces Biological Station, near the town of San Vito, 5 km from the Panama border, between the national parks of Corcovado and Amistad: (URL: http://www.ots.ac.cr/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=220&Itemid=422). Over 400 bird species have been observed in the area and we have mist netted over 250 of them. The climate is spring-like, the bugs are few. Volunteers need to cover their own airfare. Rustic accommodations are provided with a Costa Rican 50,000/month stipend for food. Please contact CHASE D. MENDENHALL (EM: mendenhallchase AT gmail.com) to inquire. TECHNICIANS â€“ Humboldt State University Sponsored Program Foundation, in cooperation with U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, will be hiring 2 technicians to assist in conducting surveys of Common Murres and Steller sea lions along Californiaâ€™s northern coast during spring/summer 2009. Work involves open water surveys by zodiac of nesting Common Murres and Steller sea lions. Responsibilities include recording attendance patterns, behavior and distributions of Common Murres and sea lions, equipment maintenance, and data entry. Applicants must be comfortable working in a marine environment on the open ocean, have a strong work ethic and be capable of withstanding long hours in a small boat in inclement weather. Applicant will have prior field experience identifying seabirds and sea lions and experience on small motorized boats. Those holding DOI motorboat operating training certificates or equivalent may be given special consideration and should indicate status in cover letter. Applicants should possess at least a bachelorâ€™s degree in Wildlife, Biology, or related degree, or substantial commensurate experience. Two technicians will be hired full time for 5 months each (Mid-Mar to Jul and Mid-Apr to Mid-Sep). Salary is 12.95/hr. To apply, send cover letter with original signature, resume, and contact information for 3 references (including phone numbers) to: JANET THIBAULT / RICK GOLIGHTLY, Department of Wildlife, Humboldt State University, Arcata, CA 95521. To receive full consideration applications must be complete by 1 Mar 2009. PAID BIRD SURVEY POSITIONS (3) available for South Dakotaâ€™s Breeding Bird Atlas II. One position available approximately 1 May â€“ 17 Jul, two positions approximately 18 May â€“ 17 Jul. Main duties will be to search atlas blocks for evidence of breeding birds using standard atlas procedures, conduct point counts, and data entry. After an initial training period, atlaser will work independently in their assigned blocks. Work entails considerable interactions with landowners and long hours. Salary $2000/mo plus mileage reimbursement and lodging stipend. Ability to identify breeding birds by sight and sound in at least one of South Dakotaâ€™s biomes (Great Plains grasslands, western grasslands/sagebrush, eastern forests, prairie pothole wetlands, or Rocky Mountains), excellent hearing and birding skills, and ability to read and follow topo maps are required; atlasing or point count experience are a plus. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and binoculars are required; camping gear strongly recommended. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience. Send cover letter stating interest, resume, available dates, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references to NANCY DRILLING (EM: Sdatlascoordinator AT rmbo.org). Applications due by 15 Mar 2009; positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING--Ecology and Environment, Inc. is a fully integrated environmental consulting firm whose underlying philosophy is its worldwide commitment to supporting sustainable development through responsible environmental stewardship. We are seeking individuals experienced in environmental permitting of wind and other energy infrastructure for projects throughout the mid-west (MO. KS, OK, AR, IN, MI, OH, IL, TX, CO). The successful candidate will work out of our Overland Park, KS or Chicago, IL offices. Responsibilities: ďˇBird surveys using a range of bird sampling techniques including visual/ auditory identification, mist netting and banding, and radio telemetry, ďˇPlant, habitat and threatened and endangered species surveys, ďˇWetland delineation, ďˇPreparation of NEPA documents, ďˇPermitting of infrastructure development projects with local, state, and federal agencies, ďˇCompliance with USFWS, COE and state equivalent agency requirements, ďˇMonitoring restoration and construction projects in biologically sensitive areas, ďˇPotential for growth to project management. Requirements: ďˇBS/MS in Biology or a related field, ďˇ2 - 7 years experience with environmental permitting efforts for the construction of energy infrastructure projects throughout the Central U.S., ďˇExperience conducting avian surveys, ďˇProficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, ďˇExcellent written and oral communication skills. E&E offers opportunities for growth in a team-oriented environment and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401k and retirement plan. Please visit out website at (URL: http://www.ene.com) to apply on-line. SEEKING UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT for study of avian coloration and sexual signaling â€“ We are seeking a qualified undergraduate to participate in a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) opportunity, funded by the National Science Foundation, to study coloration and sexual signaling in birds. The research experience will involve up to 10 weeks of full-time work during the summer of 2009 (approx. Jun-Aug) at Arizona State University. The REU student will work closely with Professor Kevin McGraw and Dr. Melissah Rowe (post-doctoral associate) on this project. The program includes a weekly stipend, and some travel funds will be available to help defray the cost of traveling to Tempe, Arizona. The research project will involve working with captive populations of two species of waterfowl â€“ mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) and northern pintail (Anas acuta). The student will gain hands-on experience working with birds and will utilize a suite of biochemical, immunological, nutritional, and color-analysis techniques in the lab. In addition, the student will be involved in data entry, analysis, and interpretation. The student is also strongly encouraged to develop an independent research project throughout the summer. We seek students with strong credentials, a general background in biology and chemistry, and an interest in ecological, evolutionary, physiological and/or immunological research. Preference will be given to students planning to attend graduate school in animal behavior or a related field. Women and ethic minority students are especially encouraged to apply. Interested students should submit the following application materials electronically (as attachments, preferably in a single PDF) to MELISSAH ROWE (EM: melissah.rowe AT asu.edu): i) Curriculum Vitae, ii) grades (unofficial transcripts are fine) and a list of relevant courses, iii) names and contact details for three references, iv) a cover letter that describes any previous research and a brief statement explaining your interest in obtaining research experience in animal behavior. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS are required to assist in a study investigating movements, home ranges and habitat use of Brolgas (Grus rubicunda) in south-western Victoria, Australia. Field work will be carried out between Mar to May 2009 and field assistants are mainly needed to help with catching and handling. Field trips are likely to vary between two to four weeks, but commitment for any length of time will be welcomed. Volunteers are also likely to be involved in other tasks such as banding, bleeding, fitting satellite and radio transmitters, taking morphometric measurements and data entry. Tasks may also involve counting, re-sighting of color-banded individuals and radio-tracking, as well as behavioral observations. The study is based in south-west Victoria in Australia and will involve catching at a number of sites across this region. Accommodation is likely to be basic (tents, caravan parks, shearerâ€™s quarters) and volunteers will be required to cover their own costs to get to the field sites. However, food and accommodation will be paid for. Experience in animal handling and research would be an advantage but not essential. Most importantly, an easy-going personality, moderate level of fitness and physical strength (ability to lift up to 10 kg), sense of humor, ability to work with a diverse range of people and an ability to work in varied and potentially challenging conditions (long days, hot, cold and wet weather) is required. For more information and expressions of interest, please send a short letter outlining previous field research experience to INKA VELTHEIM (EM: inkaveltheim AT students.ballarat.edu.au). POST-GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANT -- History of Modern Ornithology â€“ A position now exists for a post-graduate research assistant to work with Professor Tim Birkhead on â€The history of modern ornithology, from 1920 to presentâ€™, a three-year project funded by the Leverhulme Trust. Likely start date: 1 Apr 2009. The project is a library-based one and involves a synthesis of topics of significance to modern ornithological science, including evolution and systematics, ecology, animal behavior circannual rhythms, and migration. Applicants should have PhD in an appropriate subject, good writing ability, an interest in ornithology and history. For additional information about the project contact TIM BIRKHEAD (EM: T.R.Birkhead AT sheffield.ac.uk). Further information and application form at: http://www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/research.html ONE FIELD BIOLOGIST INTERN needed 1 May - 31 Jul 2009, to survey birds by point counts in Mt. Rainier, Olympic, and North Cascades National Parks in Washington. Applicants with prior birding experience and familiarity with the songs and calls of western montane landbirds are preferred. Seeking applicants in excellent physical condition with a willingness to backpack to remote sites and camp out most nights. A personal vehicle is desirable but not required. Prior knowledge of western montane flora is a plus. Shared housing and on-the-job mileage reimbursement provided along with a /per diem/ of $39 for food and general living expenses (amounts to $975 per month). Send cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of two references to: BOB WILKERSON, The Institute for Bird Populations, (EM: bwilkerson AT birdpop.org, URL: http://www.birdpop.org/interns/WAParks09.htm). Electronic submissions are preferred, if that is not possible please call or email to obtain appropriate mailing address. RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (4) needed from approximately 20 Apr through 10 Jul for a landbird monitoring program in some of the most beautiful places in the United States, in National Parks of the Southern Colorado Plateau Network (including Petrified Forest NP, Bandelier NM, Canyon de Chelly NM, and Mesa Verde NP). Technicians will work in teams of two and will conduct point count surveys with distance estimation and vegetation sampling after point counts and on additional days. Considerable traveling and camping will be necessary. Applicants must have experience conducting landbird surveys. Flexibility, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn and considerable car travel between parks, and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. Preference will be given to energetic, detail-oriented candidates, with experience in identification of birds by both sight and sound, and distance sampling methods. Knowledge of Colorado Plateau birds is preferred but not required, though ability to quickly learn song and calls is essential. Applicants must have a valid driverâ€™s license. Pay ranges from approximately $14.50 to $17.00/hour, depending on responsibilities, with $20 per diem when camping. Schedule will be a rotating schedule of 10 days on and 4 days off. To apply, submit (email preferred) resume, cover letter, and contacts for 3 professional references to JENNIFER HOLMES (EM: Jennifer.Holmes AT nau.edu), Colorado Plateau Research Station, Northern Arizona University, Box 5614, Flagstaff, AZ, 86011. Reference "Research Technician position" in the subject heading of the email. Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. AVIAN SURVEYOR, Urbana Illinois Area â€“ Avian Biologist sought for several 1-2 day surveys near Urbana, Illinois in the spring and fall of 2009. Must be able to identify birds by sight and vocalization. Please send resume, e-mail address and phone number to (EM: miket AT emi-nm.com). AVIAN BIOLOGIST, New Mexico â€“ Avian Biologist sought for several 1-2 day surveys in southern New Mexico in the spring and fall of 2009. Must be able to identify birds by sight and vocalization. Please send resume , e-mail address and phone number to (EM: miket AT emi-nm.com). FIELD ASSISTANTS needed for a field study in the Black Hills National Forest of South Dakota starting roughly at the beginning of Apr and running through the end of Jul 2009 (dates flexible). The research is part of an ongoing study by DR. ELLEN KETTERSON on the breeding biology of Dark-eyed juncos. Responsibilities may include locating birds on their territories, finding nests, targeted and passive mist-netting, bird measuring and blood sampling, nest monitoring, behavioral observations, lab work and data entry. Applicants must be able to distinguish colored leg bands in the field, enjoy working outdoors (even in bad weather), be self-motivated and demonstrate a willingness to learn new skills, be able to work well with others, and be willing to do minor manipulative research with animals. Experience strongly preferred but not absolutely necessary. However, motivation is a primary consideration: the work is sometimes hard and demanding and can require long hours. The work is very rewarding if you are interested in animal behavior and like to be outdoors. Room, board, transportation allowance and stipend will be provided. An independent research project may also be available for a particularly promising undergraduate applicant. Questions and applications should be sent to CHRISTY BERGEON BURNS, Department of Biology, Indiana University, 1001 E. 3rd St., Bloomington, IN, 47405 or email (preferred) (EM: cbergeon AT indiana.edu). Please include a summary of your background and your reasons for applying for this position, as well as the names and email addresses of 2-3 people who might evaluate your work or potential. Review of applications will begin immediately, but applications will be accepted until positions are filled. SAGEBRUSH SONGBIRD RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (3-4) needed from 1 May (no later than 7 May) to 15 Aug 2009, for a study examining the effects of energy development in southwest Wyoming on sagebrush obligate songbirds. Fieldwork is based in the Upper Green River Basin, near Pinedale, Wyoming. Focusing on Brewerâ€™s sparrows, sage sparrows, and sage thrashers, we will collect data on songbird community structure and nesting success. Field duties will include point count surveys as well as nest searching and monitoring (will require learning several avian species by sight and song), vegetation surveys, and data entry / proofing. Applicants should have a positive attitude about conducting research in variable weather conditions in remote field locations, the ability to work effectively both independently and in groups, an attention to detail, and be in good physical condition. Previous relevant field work experience is preferred. Salary Range: $1,700 - $2,000 per month, depending on experience. Housing will be provided. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references in a single e-mail attachment to: MICHELLE GILBERT (EM: mgilber2 AT uwyo.edu) by 15 Mar. FIELD TECH NEEDED to conduct avian point counts in southern Mississippi mid Aprâ€“Jul. This position is with Dr. Philip Stouffer's lab at Louisiana State University. Duties include conducting point counts in De Soto National Forest, veg work, and data entry. Qualifications are knowledge of southeastern breeding birds by site and sound, particularly birds found in the piney woods and early-successional habitats, a willingness to work and live alone, and a responsible and strong work ethic. Tolerance of heat, long days in the field, and veg work is a plus. All work and housing is solo, so keep this in mind if you are adverse to solitary confinement. Pay is $2000 a month, with comfortable housing provided in the National Forest. Please send a cover letter, resume, and references in one MS Word document, with your full name as the file name (e.g., Pat_Smith.doc), as an email attachment to MATT BROOKS (EM: mbrook5 AT tigers.lsu.edu). Applications will be accepted until 15 Mar 2009. Please email or call Matt (PH: 225-578-4224) with any questions. BANDERS AND SMALL MAMMAL TRAPPERS are needed for Dr. Tom Martin's long-term research project that examines the evolution of life-history traits as well as the influence of predation rates, habitat structure, and microclimate on breeding behaviors in birds. We are still hiring for song bird banders and small mammal trappers. Field research assistants will have the opportunity to gain exposure to many of the field techniques used in avian research such as: nest-searching, mist-netting, target-netting, territory mapping, re-sighting, vegetation sampling, nestling and egg measurements, and video-taping nests. The study site is located in North Central Arizona in the Coconino National Forest at 8,000 ft. elevation in montane forest. The field camp is remote and requires tent living (you must provide your own tent). Pay is $1150 to $1400/month depending on experience. The project runs from 1 May 2009 and will end no later than 24 Jul 2009. Applicants should have a strong work ethic, enthusiasm and appreciation for scientific research. One season of banding experience is preferred for all banding positions. For position details, please see our website (URL: http://www.umt.edu/mcwru/TEMWebsite/AZfieldasst.htm). Review of applications is occurring NOW, and will continue until positions are filled (no later than 15 Mar, 2009). Please email or surface mail the following materials: cover letter stating your interest in the project, desired position, and relevant experience; resume; and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: AMY STOKES, Montana Cooperative Wildlife Research Unit, Natural Science-205, Missoula, MT 59812 (PH: 406-243-6007; EM: amy.stokes AT umontana.edu). Enthusiasm is more important than experience. SNOWY PLOVER INTERNSHIP at Point Reyes National Seashore â€“ Looking for an enthusiastic intern to assist wildlife biologists with: * Snowy Plover nest and population monitoring, * Educational outreach, * Nest exclosure construction and maintenance. Intern will work 8 to 10 hour days, at least 3 days per week. Candidate must be in good physical condition and able to walk on the beach up to 10 miles per day carrying a 20 pound pack. Approximate start and end dates are: 1 Apr - 31 Aug 2009 (flexible). $1200 stipend for duration of internship. Housing may be available. For more information, please contact: LACEY HUGHEY (EM: lacey_hughey AT nps.gov, PH: 415-464-5100 x 5910). AVIAN POINT COUNTER needed (May - Jul 2009) for a masters research project on the occurrence of songbirds in early-seral conifer forest. Fieldwork will be in the Coast Range of north-western Oregon. Responsibilities include multi-species point counts, identifying field sites using GIS and aerial imagery, independently navigating logging roads using maps, surveying vegetation, hiking in difficult terrain, navigating with GPS, and data entry. Workdays begin early (4-5 am) 5 to 6 days per week. Candidates with a strong background in bird identification by sight and sound and previous experience point counting are strongly preferred. Self-motivation, good physical condition, ability to work well in a group living situation, and willingness to spend long hours in the field are a must. Pay is $1550 per month. Housing and transportation to and from field sites is provided. Work and play in the Corvallis area, where there are nearby opportunities for exceptional mountain and coastal recreation. TO APPLY: Please email letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to TANA ELLIS (EM: tana.ellis AT oregonstate.edu). Candidate will be hired as applications are received. KIRTLANDâ€™S WARBLER FIELD ASSISTANTS (3) and CREW LEADER(1) â€“ needed to assist a graduate student at the Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center, studying arrival times and reproductive success in the endangered Kirtlandâ€™s Warbler. Research takes place in jack pine forest near Mio, Michigan, and positions run from 1 May â€“ 31 Jul 2009. Applicants with experience resighting color bands, nest-searching, or banding birds are preferred. Other duties include surveying plots for arrival of warblers, using GPS to map territories, and monitoring nests. Successful applicants will be enthusiastic about working outdoors, work well independently and with others, record data meticulously, and be sensitive to working with a federally listed species. Applicants for the crew leader position must have significant experience taking blood samples from small birds. Northern Michigan has ample opportunity for birding, hiking, fishing on the Au Sable, and enjoying our many lakes - but summer field work can also include periods of extreme temperatures, heavy pine pollen, and black flies. Field assistants will earn $1000/mo, and the crew leader will earn $1200/mo. Free housing and vehicles for field work will be provided. Please send a short cover letter highlighting relevant experience, resume, and 3 references (include email addresses) to: SARAH ROCKWELL (EM: rockwell AT umd.edu). Applications will be reviewed as they are received, until 25 Mar 2009 or until positions are full. INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST INTERNSHIP â€“ International Crane Foundation, Baraboo, Wisconsin. The International Crane Foundation (ICF) is seeking to fill two to three Interpretive Naturalist Internship posts in 2009. Interpretive Naturalist Interns will gain valuable hands-on experience working with the ICF Conservation Education Department and have the opportunity to: * Develop and lead interpretive tours and programs with themes associated with our crane exhibits, nature trails, and site features, * Plan, design and evaluate interpretive programs and media, * Design interpretive panels, brochures, or other media. * Develop self-guided audio-visual tours with new technology. * Learn about and participate in crane ecology, behavior, husbandry, field conservation, and ecosystem restoration * Gain exposure to wildlife conservation and endangered species management, * Meet and work with a variety of international colleagues, * Educate and inspire people of all ages and walks of life Background: The International Crane Foundation (ICF) is a leader in the conservation of the worldâ€™s 15 species of cranes and. ICF is dedicated to providing experience, knowledge, and inspiration to involve people in resolving threats to cranes and the ecosystems vital to their long-term survival. ICFâ€™s campus is open to the public between 15 Apr and 31 Oct every year and displays all 15 crane species These cranes, our interpretive programs and exhibits, and our nature trails through extensive restored ecosystems, attract more than 25,000 visitors each season. Requirements: Two years of college or equivalent practical experience, good communication and writing skills, and the ability to teach diverse audiences in a non-formal setting. Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest/background in the fields of environmental interpretation/education, conservation biology, ornithology, education, evaluation, graphic design and/or related fields. Details: The Interpretive Naturalist Internship begins 1 Apr, however starting time is negotiable, and runs through 31 Oct 2009. A monthly stipend and excellent on-site or off-site accommodations are provided. The work week is 5 days in length, 40 hrs./wk. Interpretive Naturalist Interns usually work weekends but will have two consecutive days off during Monday â€“ Friday. Half of the work time is spent outdoors, in all weather conditions found in Wisconsin. Application Procedure: Applicants should email a cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to: (EM: rcarr AT savingcranes.org) Final candidates will be notified for an interview. Contact: ROB CARR, Interpretive Programs Manager (PH: 608-356-9462 ext. 114, EM: rcarr AT savingcranes.org). INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY RAPTOR INTERPRETATION INTERN â€“ Spend a season in beautiful Acadia National Park as you share your interest in birds with the visiting public. Full Season: Mid-May to mid-Oct (priority given to applicants able to commit to the full season â€“ possible short seasons: mid-May to mid-Aug or mid-Aug to mid-Oct) Work Schedule: 32 hours per week. Incumbent may work weekends and holidays. Housing: Housing provided by the park. Shared housing with one to three roommates. Stipend: $100 per week (plus housing). Uniform: Two shirts, hat, jacket, plus $65 to defray the cost of other uniform items. Transportation: Transportation provided for job-related duties. Personal transportation recommended for off-duty hours. Acadia National Park is home to peregrine falcons and eleven other migrating raptors. From mid-May through mid-Aug the raptor intern interprets the activities of peregrine falcons at Champlain Mountain, where peregrines have nested since 1991. From late Aug to mid-Oct the intern identifies raptors from atop Cadillac Mountain at 1,532 feet, where migrating raptors pass by each fall. The raptor intern engages thousands of visitors at these two sites, interpreting the natural history and conservation measures regarding raptors, as well as monitoring and collecting resource data. Two to three weeks of training will be provided, including orientation to the biology of peregrine falcons, hawk identification, the park and surrounding areas, resource issues, and interpretive skills. This training will be combined with other training sessions tailored to align with the intern's experience and goals. Required Knowledge and Skills, o Proficiency in public speaking and personal communication o Knowledge of biology, ornithology, ecology, and/or related fields o Ability to stand for long periods in varying/extreme weather conditions, o Knowledge and experience in using computers and related software, o Valid driver's license; personal transportation to and from work Desired Knowledge and Skills o Four or more years of college concentrating on biology, ecology, ornithology, natural science, or related fields, o Experience interacting with the general public o Familiarity with raptors and associated topics, o Current first aid and CPR certification. For More Information Visit: (URL: http://www.nps.gov/acad/supportyourpark/internships.htm) or contact Park Ranger SONYA BERGER (PH: 207-288-8803, EM: sonya_berger AT nps.gov). To apply, mail a cover letter (postmarked by 10 Mar 2009), resume, and contact information (phone, postal address, and/or email) for three references to Raptor Internship, c/o Sonya Berger, P.O. Box 177, Bar Harbor, ME 04609. SPRING MIGRATION BANDING ASSISTANT (2) needed ASAP to assist in the study of western migratory birds at a MAJOR stopover site on the lower Colorado River in SW Arizona, 15 Mar- 18 May 2009. The primary duties include extracting large numbers of western migratory birds from mist nets and assisting with the operations at the banding station. In addition, assistants will help with re-sights of color banded warblers and behavioral observations. Preference is given to applicants with previous mist netting experience. The position requires an enthusiastic individual who is willing to work long hours while maintaining a sense of humor. In addition, the applicant must be in good physical condition, willing to work and live harmoniously in close company with others, be meticulous in detail of data collection and recording, and maintain a good attitude, especially in light of the large diversity of migratory species at the study site. Pay rate will be $350/ week and housing will be provided. Please send letter of interest, resume, and email address and phone number of 3 references to (EM: kristina.paxton AT gmail.com). Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. For more information see our web page (URL: http://www.usm.edu/mbrg/Cibola.html). FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT- Florida Keys- (1 position) The Coastal Bird Conservation Program is seeking one field research assistant for a breeding biology study of Wilsonâ€™s Plovers in the Florida Keys. Work period will begin in mid to late Apr and continue until mid to late Jul. Housing and a weekly stipend of $300 will be provided. The focus of the work will be locating and monitoring Wilsonâ€™s Plover nests and broods throughout the Florida Keys. Monitoring will be conducted on foot. Research assistant will work long hours, usually 6 days a week, weather permitting. This study requires a patient individual who will enjoy spending hours locating, observing and recording data on Wilsonâ€™s Plovers adults and young. Strong work ethic required. Individuals must be self-motivated, responsible, in good physical condition, like working independently, and be able to tolerate hot summer temperatures in the Florida Keys. Individuals will be required to keep organized field notes and complete various data forms. Research assistant will receive basic training in monitoring techniques, GPS use and digital photography. Plover/tern/shorebird experience preferred, but not necessary. Housing is dormitory type, air-conditioned with shared cooking and laundry facility. Individual will have own room. Must have own waterproof binoculars (10x42) preferred. Valid drivers license and own vehicle required for travel between work sites. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for travel between work sites. Send 1) letter of interest 2) a resume 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to MARGO ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled. FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT â€“ Florida Panhandle (1 position) The Coastal Bird Conservation Program is seeking a field research assistant for monitoring and protection of beach-nesting birds on the Florida Gulf coast (panhandle area). Work will begin in early May and continue through Jul. Housing and a weekly stipend of $300 will be provided. The focus of the work will be locating, monitoring and protecting beach-nesting bird species and nests, including Snowy and Wilsonâ€™s Plovers, American Oystercatchers, Black Skimmers and Least Terns. Work will also involve signing and posting of nest sites. Monitoring will be conducted on foot and by ATV. Research assistants will work long hours, usually 6 days a week, weather permitting. Strong work ethic required. Individuals must be comfortable riding in small boats in order to access islands. Individuals must be self-motivated, responsible, and adventurous, in good physical condition, like working independently or as part of a team, enjoy walking many miles at remote locations, and be able to tolerate hot summer temperatures on the Gulf of Mexico. Individuals will be required to keep organized field notes and complete various data forms. Research assistants will receive training in survey and monitoring techniques, ATV operation, GPS use and digital photography. Plover/tern/shorebird experience preferred, but not necessary. Must have own waterproof binoculars (10x 42 preferred). Valid drivers license and own vehicle required for travel between work sites. Cost of gasoline will be reimbursed for travel between work sites. Send 1) letter of interest 2) a resume 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to MARGO ZDRAVKOVIC (EM: MargoZ AT Coastalbird.org). The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until position is filled. HOURLY FIELD ASSISTANT - Two (2) positions available. Grant-supported, temporary position. Illinois Natural History Survey. Location: Lost Mound Field Station, Savanna IL Job Description: The field assistant will assist the site Avian Ecologist, site staff, and graduate students in research projects in sand prairie, savanna and woodland areas of Northwest Illinois. Most work will include searching for and monitoring nests, vegetation sampling, insect sampling, and entering data. Other duties will include censusing birds by sight and sound, netting, measuring and banding birds, stomach content analysis, small mammal skull identification, and other duties as assigned. Qualifications: (1) Current student in 4-year college program (or plans to transfer to such program from current 2-yr school) (2) Coursework in biology, ecology, and/or related classes. (3) interest in and willingness and ability to learn basic plant, insect and bird identification is necessary. (4) Physical endurance to carry heavy equipment markers and work in various weather conditions. (5) Valid drivers license. Salary: $10.00 per hour. Available: Mid-May 2009 through late-Jul or early Aug 2009 (35 hours per week). Application: Electronic applications preferred. To apply, please send cover letter stating interest and qualifications, resume, and contact information for three references by Friday, 20 Mar 2009 to (EM: hroffice AT inhs.uiuc.edu). Illinois Natural History Survey, Human Resources Office, 1816 South Oak Street, Champaign, IL 61820. (PH: 217-244-2140, FX: 217-333-4949) For technical questions, please contact DANIEL ELBERT (EM: delbert2 AT uiuc.edu) MANOMET BIRD OBSERVATORY SEEKS TWO SPRING 2009 SEASONAL BANDING INTERNS (14 Apr - 15 Jun). The Observatory at Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences, Box 1770, Manomet MA 02345-1770 (FX: 508-224-9220) invites resumes by mail, FAX or e-mail (EM: tlloyd-evans AT manomet.org) with phone numbers of two references. Band 5 days per week. Some banding experience needed, but an almost fanatical desire to learn good and safe banding techniques and some knowledge of eastern birds is more important. Enthusiasm for long hours essential. Live free on 40 acres by Cape Cod Bay, town nearby (walking), most facilities available. Will help two experienced banders and volunteers to run 50 nets dawn to dusk. Stipend of $100 per week for food. Contact TREVOR L. LLOYD-EVANS. CURLEW RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (2) needed from early May â€“ mid Jul 2009 (dates somewhat flexible) to assist a graduate project on Long-billed Curlews in western Nebraska. The main objectives of the study include a statewide assessment of range and habitat as well as a study of basic breeding biology of this relatively little-known species. Fieldwork takes place at Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge, a 45,800-acre refuge of rolling sandhills, mixed-grasses, and numerous wetlands. Job duties would include GPS navigation, habitat and vegetation assessments, nest searching, handling and banding curlews, radio marking adults and chicks, and radio telemetry. Applicants must be comfortable living and working in remote regions and be physically capable of long hikes and strenuous days in hot and buggy conditions. Experience handling birds, using GPS, driving 4X4 vehicles, and using radio telemetry is preferred but not necessary. Salary will be $10/hour ($1600/month) for 40 hours a week. Overtime is not available. Housing at Crescent Lake National Wildlife Refuge, field vehicle, and on-site travel expenses will be provided but food and transportation to the field site is not provided. Direct all questions to CORY GREGORY (EM: cgregory AT iastate.edu). To apply, send a CV and the names of three references ASAP to the above email address. BIRD INTERN (1) NEEDED 18 May through beginning of Aug to help examine the long-term effects of herbicide and mechanical treatments in southern North Carolina pine plantations on avian and vegetative communities. Birds will be surveyed during May and Jun using spot maps. Vegetation transects will be measured Jun through Aug. Applicants should be able to identify eastern birds by sight and sound. Experience with plant identification is preferred, although candidates with exceptional birding skills and no prior plant ID experience will also be considered. Interns will be expected to conduct bird inventories with little supervision. Field training will be provided as necessary. Applicants must be physically able to navigate rugged terrain through dense understory vegetation. Camping may be required at some work sites. Housing and transportation between sites is provided along with a salary of $1500/mo. Applicants should email a short cover letter, resume, and three references by Mar 20th to Vanessa Lane (EM: lanev AT warnell.uga.edu). This will be an excellent opportunity to enjoy the birds that the North Carolina coastal plain has to offer as well as brushing up on plant ID skills. New extended dates! EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER needed from 14 Apr through 27 Jun for study of stopover ecology of landbirds along southern shore of Lake Erie in PA. Work 6 days per week rotating among 3 netting locations, based at Presque Isle state Park, Erie, PA. Must be able to supervise and teach others while operating up to 12 nets. $ 500/week; housing provided. Must be able to drive manual transmission or have own car to use for work (mileage reimbursed). Send letter of interest, resume, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 3 references to SARAH SARGENT, IBA Coordinator, Audubon PA, 301 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA 16335 or by email (preferred). (EM: ssargent AT audubon.org). Position open until filled. INTERN/TECHNICIAN POSITIONS (3-4) available for ongoing research and conservation efforts on Lesser Prairie-Chickens in Oklahoma. Positions available immediately. Description: This is now the 10th. year of a long-term research project, and also includes some management resulting from the research (marking and removing fences). You can read more about the project at (URL: http://www.suttoncenter.org/LPCH.html). Responsibilities include: surveying Lesser Prairie-Chicken gobbling grounds, trapping and radioing prairie-chickens on gobbling grounds, building traps and setting up traps on booming grounds, radio-tracking birds, searching for and monitoring nests, vegetation sampling, data entry, and marking and removing fences to reduce fence/prairie-chicken collisions. Includes early morning work in spring. Must be able to tolerate extremes in weather (especially heat). Must be able to work early mornings. Must be able to work in remote surroundings. Must be able to walk miles over rough and varied terrain. Must be able to drive a 4 WD truck. Must be able to work independently as well as with a small crew. Intern: No experience necessary. At least 2 years of college, preferably BS Degree or working toward degree. Upon satisfactory performance, Interns may be elevated to Technician status after 3 months. Technician: BS Degree or equivalent, and at least 2 years of pertinent experience, previous survey, telemetry, or other grouse experience preferred. Most people start as an Intern for three months. Upon satisfactory performance, Interns may be hired at Technician level for an additional three months or more. Some positions could become year-round. Interns receive stipend of $700/month. Technicians receive salary of $1400/month. Housing is provided. Schedule: Five days/week most of year, six days/week during trapping season. About 9-10 hours of field work and one hour of data entry/day. Please send resume with three references to: DON WOLFE, Sutton Avian Research Center, P.O. Box 2007, Bartlesville, OK 74005 (PH: 918-336-7778, EM: dwolfe AT ou.edu). Ph.D. GRADUATE RESEARCH ASSISTANTSHIP is available beginning Aug 2009 within the Ecology Department, Montana State University (MSU) to work on nesting ecology of ducks in North and South Dakota. The research will investigate the role of winter wheat to nesting success at multiple spatial scales. Preliminary data suggest that nests in winter wheat fields may have high survival rates, and funding is now in place to conduct an intensive investigation of factors influencing nest survival in landscapes where a winter cereals program is in place. The studentâ€™s research advisor will be Jay Rotella. The work will be done in close conjunction with biologists and GIS specialists at the Great Plains Regional Office of Ducks Unlimited. The project is funded for 4 years, and the assistantship pays $18,000 per year and includes an out-of-state tuition waiver. M.S. in wildlife biology, conservation biology, ecology, natural resource management, or related field is required. The successful applicant must have a GRE of over 1100 (verbal and quantitative). If you are interested, please contact DR. JAY ROTELLA, Ecology Department, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717. For more details please visit: (URL: http://www.montana.edu/rotella/opportunities.htm).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 18, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Wed, 18 Feb 2009 23:46:42 -0500

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** BIRD BANDER needed for a North Carolina State University research project in southwestern Puerto Rico. Fieldwork will include mist-netting, banding, habitat assessment, conducting bird surveys, and radio telemetry in two dry forests (Guanica, Susua). Self-motivation, a sense of humor, and the desire to spend long hours in the field are required. Must be able to get along well with others. Must have a valid US driver's license and a good pair of binoculars. Bander needed from 23 Mar through 31 Jul 2009. Housing will be provided; pay rate is $8/hr. Selected candidate will pay airfare to and from Puerto Rico, but a supplemental of $200 will be given if the bander stays thru Jul 2009. Email a letter of interest describing previous experience with field research, specific dates of availability, a resume, and contact information for three references to JAIME COLLAZO (EM: jaime_collazo AT ncsu.edu) by 13 Mar 2009. VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANT needed to help M.A. student with research in the New York metropolitan area from ~ 15 Apr through ~ 30 Jul -- Master's student is seeking a volunteer field assistant for her research assessing the effects of mercury toxicity in red-winged blackbirds. Research will be conducted through Columbia University and be affiliated with the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Bronx Zoo. Field sites will be located at the Bronx Zoo and in Cornwall, NY, so applicants must live near or in the New York metropolitan area. Extensive training in nest searching, mist netting, and behavioral observations will be provided. Applicants with previous experience in at least one of these fields is desirable. However, no experience is necessary, but an enthusiasm for ornithological fieldwork is encouraged. Applicant must provide his/her own transportation and housing. Please send or e-mail a cover letter describing relevant experience with resume or curriculum vitae to ALLISYN GILLET [EM: atg2118 AT columbia.edu], Columbia University, Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology, 10th Floor Schermerhorn Ext. 1200, Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027 by 15 Mar 2009. E-mail application is preferred. Decisions will be made by 21 Mar 2009. SHRUBLAND AND GRASSLAND BIRD TECHNICIANS (4-6), Pennsylvania â€“ I will be hiring 4-6 field technicians to assist me with my PhD research on grassland bird community response to habitat manipulation at multiple sites in western/central, Pa, in the general area of Punxsutawney, PA. As a field tech you will assist me in capturing (sometimes via playback) and banding adult and nestling Grasshopper, Henslowâ€™s, and Savannah Sparrows on reclaimed strip-mined grasslands. We will also be nest-searching and monitoring, and quantifying vegetation across fields with heavy shrub coverage. We sill see plenty of Prairie Warblers, Purple Finches, Orchard Orioles, and Clay-colored and Vesper Sparrows as well. We will be working in hot weather with no shade. We will be starting the days very early, but you will get time off when weâ€™re not swamped. Now the good news. Youâ€™ll be an employee of the Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit at Penn State and paid $10.00 dollars for 40 hrs of work each week. Housing and work trucks will be provided. Requirements: You must have good vision and hearing, a valid driverâ€™s license, an enthusiastic interest in ecology, evolution, and birds, a willingness to learn, and preferably have some avian handling experience. There may be some additional opportunities to assist in bacterial, small mammal, and invertebrate sampling, but your primary responsibilities will concern the living feathered dinosaurs. I am looking for self-reliant, self-supervised, and dependable individuals. Those interested in grad school or a career in the wildlife sciences are especially encouraged to apply, as my goal is to prepare you to conduct your own research. You will need to be in Pennsylvania around 9 May and the position will end by 15 Aug. The exact end date will be dependent upon bird activity. This will be hard work, but we will have a good time as well. I will begin interviewing and hiring applicants immediately as I receive applications. Send me (via email) a cover letter and your resume with complete contact information for yourself and 2-4 references by 1 Mar 2009 to: JASON HILL (EM: Jmh656 AT psu.edu), The Ecology Program, The Pennsylvania State University, Office: (PH: 814-865-0772). NATURAL RESOURCES RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: Contact: Ron Gatti. Location: DNR Science Operations Center, 2801 Progress Rd, Madison, WI 53716. (PH: 608-221-6348 or 608-444-6146). Hourly Rate: Up to $12.00 per hour. Duration: Variable Job starts 10-31 Mar 2009 and will end 2 May â€“ 8 Aug 2009. Job Description: These are 10 short term positions that vary in duration (6-22 weeks), but all will be full-time. The positions will provide assistance to 2 research studies: evaluation of landscape management in the Glacial Habitat Restoration Area Program, and evaluation of blue-winged teal production on private lands. Duties: capture ducks in decoy traps and surgically implant radio transmitters into captured ducks (50%), locate radio-marked ducks to monitor survival of nests, ducklings, and adult hens (25%), map landcover habitat in the field (10%), contact private landowners for permission to access fieldwork (5%), census pheasant abundance by triangulation of crowing males on roadside routes (5%), census waterfowl abundance (3%), and search islands on public property for duck nests and collect data on nests (2%). Jobs are based out of Madison office or Fond du Lac residence, but work is located in eastern Dodge, Fond du Lac, and Sheboygan counties. The positions involve independent work, physical work in marshes, and daily local travel in state vehicles. Knowledge Required: Applicant should have college training in wildlife or related field. Required experience working with: bird surveys, waterfowl capture and marking, radio telemetry, landcover mapping, reading maps and navigating with a compass, demonstrated organizational skills, and an enthusiasm for outdoor work with wildlife. Desired skills: waterfowl species identification, waterfowl censusing, pheasant or other bird censusing, waterfowl radio telemetry, and comfortable interacting with private landowners. Applicants should be physically fit, capable of lifting moderately heavy loads, driving trucks over rough terrain. Involves independent daily travel to study sites in state vehicles and therefore must possess a valid driver's license. Application Deadline: 16 Feb 2009. To Apply: Submit Form 9100-162 LTE Application (hard copy also available at most DNR offices) , resume listing pertinent university courses, cover letter, and references to: RONALD GATTI, 2801 Progress Road, Madison, WI 53716 [EM: Ronald.Gatti AT wisconsin.gov (preferred)]. Application materials will be reviewed and the most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview. Additional Information: Will involve early morning hours, weekends, and flexible schedules. SUMMER INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, Falkner Island Unitâ€“Interns are needed for the management of a colony of more than 2,500 pairs of common terns and federally endangered roseate terns at the Falkner Island Unit of Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge in Guilford, CT. Background: Roseate and common terns return from Brazil and Argentina to breed in Connecticut in early May. Most nests are established by the end of May, and chicks begin to hatch out in Jun. The colony is surveyed and protected until mid to late Aug. The Refuge actively controls predators throughout the breeding season and experiments with artificial nest box design (utilized by roseate terns) and vegetation manipulation to increase the nesting success of the terns. Duties: ďˇ Tern Management Interns: Two interns are needed at the Falkner Island Unit to census breeding terns, monitor productivity, conduct feeding observations, data entry and recording predation events. The position involves night and morning work, extensive beach walking, living in a field camp setting which includes electricity, cooking facilities and running water. Time Frame: May â€“Aug. Housing available while working on the island and possibly on days off. Qualifications: Applicant must be able to work with minimal supervision and in a group, have a valid driverâ€™s license, and most importantly, an enthusiastic attitude. Physical Demands: These positions involve night and morning work, occasionally on weekends and holidays, extensive beach walking, living in a field camp setting while working on the island. Water and cooking facilities are provided. Applicants must be in good physical condition and able to lift at least 50 pounds. Stipend/Housing: Interns may be eligible for temporary if needed and a stipend of up to $220 per week. To Apply: Send a cover letter of interest, a curriculum vitae or resume with 3 references to the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, 733 Old Clinton Road, Westbrook, CT 06498 or e-mail (EM: Richard_Potvin AT fws.gov) by 1 Mar 2009. Phone number: 860-399-2513. Currently accepting applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Hiring may occur prior to closing date but should be received no later than 1 Apr 2009. RESIDENT VOLUNTEERS needed for Refuge general grounds maintenance and office workâ€“Spend your summer days in beautiful coastal New England at a National Wildlife Refuge near the beach helping to conserve wildlife and their habitats! The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge is seeking one or two resident volunteers (possibly a couple, two friends, etc.) to do general refuge grounds maintenance work and office/public use work from mid-May through the end of Aug in exchange for one full RV/trailer â€śpadâ€ť hook-up (electric, water, sewage). Two people sharing a trailer â€śpadâ€ť space will be required to work 24 hours each per person per week while a â€śsingleâ€ť person using a â€śpadâ€ť space will be required to work 32 hours per work. The Refuge can accommodate a maximum trailer or RV size of approximately 55 feet. The majority of the work will take place at the Refuge Headquarters, the Salt Meadow Unit of the Refuge located in Westbrook, Connecticut where the resident volunteers will be living with occasional trail work at the Great Meadows Unit. Other exciting opportunities may exist to assist with a variety of Refuge programs and projects such as the federally endangered roseate tern and common tern project on Falkner Island, the federally threatened Atlantic Coast piping plover volunteer program, and/or assisting with a variety of other programs and projects across the Refuge! For more information about this opportunity, the Refuge or the area please call AVA KAHN at (PH: 860-399-2513, ext. 111, EM: Ava_Kahn AT fws.gov). ISLAND KEEPER: Live on a beautiful island enjoying cool breezes and amazing sunsets on the Long Island Sound. Volunteers are needed to live and work on Outer Island and perform some work duties on Falkner Island and Calf Island between May and Aug. Dates are flexible. Housing is provided with electricity and other basic amenities on the islands. Boating classes are provided by the Refuge. A daily water taxi service is available to & from Outer Island. Duties include maintenance, outreach & wildlife monitoring. What an excellent opportunity! Please contact Refuge Manager, RICHARD POTVIN (EM: Richard_Potvin AT fws.gov) or at the phone number above for more information. Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to lift at least 50 pounds, able to work with minimal supervision and in a group, have a valid driverâ€™s license, and an enthusiastic attitude. Currently accepting applications! Application deadline is 1 Mar 2009, however applications will be reviewed as they are received and hiring may occur prior to closing date. For more information, call (PH: 860-399-2513). WILDLIFE HABITAT BIOLOGIST, Yakama Nation Wildlife Resource Management. Department of Natural Resources: Incumbent is responsible for all aspects related to implementation of the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) Contract for the Yakama Nation Wetlands and Riparian Restoration Project. The project protects, restores and manages lands within the historic floodplain zones of the agricultural portion of the Yakama Reservation. Duties include supervision of permanent and seasonal habitat technicians. Works closely with the waterfowl biologist, restoration biologist, upland game bird biologist, and cultural resources specialist to plan, schedule and implement work assignments. Primary work time will be spent in the field. For job description and application go to (URL: http://www.ynwildlife.org/whatsnew.php). NORTHWEST TERRITORIES SONGBIRD TECHNICIANS needed from 1 May to 30 Aug. We are investigating the response of boreal forest songbirds to oil and gas development in the boreal forest near Fort Liard in the southwestern Northwest Territories. We are banding and conducting radio telemetry on Ovenbirds and other boreal forest songbirds to map their territories and determine space use patterns near linear features. We will also conduct point counts to monitor songbird diversity. Bird banding and tracking will occur from end of May to first week of Jun. Following this, we will be conducting vegetation surveys. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn about boreal forest songbirds and vegetation types as well as industrial impacts on northern ecosystems. Qualifications: To apply you must be hardworking, physically fit and mentally able to deal with living in tents, and working in heat, rain accompanied by swarms of biting insects. You must be able to get up early and work long days. A positive attitude and a good sense of humor are essential. Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience. Pay: $1,800 (CND) and up DOE. Transportation from University of Alberta in Edmonton to the field site plus food and lodging while in the field is included. Please send a resume (detail previous field experience and/or relevant course work (e.g. ornithology or botany courses)) and three references to HEDWIG LANKAU (EM: hedwig AT ualberta.ca) or DR. ERIN BAYNE (EM: bayne AT ualberta.ca). Mailing Address: CW 405, Biological Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2E9. BIRD BANDING ASSISTANT (1-2): Needed to band passerines during spring migration at the Powdermill Avian Research Center (URL: http://www.powdermill.org/) in the mountains of western Pennsylvania. Applicants should have substantial experience with extracting and banding songbirds. Familiarity with the identification of eastern birds is strongly desirable. Banding will occur 6 days a week and will begin 1/2 hour before sunrise. Other responsibilities will include some data entry and minor maintenance of net lanes and nets. Housing will be provided in cabins on the reserve and pay will be approximately $1500/month. The position will begin in the middle of Apr and go through May with possible extension through the summer. Please send a cover letter and resume with contact information of 3 references to ANDREW VITZ (EM: acvitz AT yahoo.com). WHOOPING CRANE TRACKING INTERNSHIP: Duties: Assist in radiotracking reintroduced whooping cranes in Florida, on migration, and in Wisconsin. Duration: Begins Feb/Mar 2009. This position is long-term but may be filled shorter term by mutual agreement. Stipend: $550 per month. Lodging provided. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in biology or conservation; physically fit and willing to work outdoors at any time of day and any day of week; valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and ability to drive up to 400 miles per day; ability to problem-solve and work cooperatively with other team members. Desired: Experience with radiotelemetry; ability to fly up to 6 hours in small aircraft without becoming airsick; experience with GIS, and/or database management. Sponsor: International Crane Foundation, Baraboo, WI (URL: http://www.savingcranes.org). AA/EOE. Contact: DR. RICHARD URBANEK, (EM: richard_urbanek AT fws.gov, PH: 612/804-0959). To Apply: EMAIL (1) cover letter stating your interest in the project, (2) resume, (3) college transcripts, and (4) the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Dr. Urbanek. Applications accepted until position is filled. FIELD ASSISTANTS needed in ALASKA for studies of migration and reproductive ecology of Red-throated and Pacific LOONS. Early Jun until mid Sep. Study site is on northwest Chukchi Sea coast near Point Lay. Camp will be remote and tent-based. Work will be physically demanding and will require walking long distances across tundra (tussocks and bogs) in hip waders to locate nests and broods, capture and handling of birds, and long periods of bird observation. Days will be long (the sun doesnâ€™t set!), bugs will be bad, and bears are present in the area. Applicants should be able to work and live cooperatively with 3 others on a 24/7 basis in a remote camp setting. Small boat experience will be helpful; patience, excellent observation skills, and a tolerance for mosquitoes are essential. Selected individuals will be provided $400/month, plus all costs while in the field, and roundtrip airfare to Anchorage, Alaska from any U.S. city. Please send electronic copies of resume, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references to: (EM: drizzolo AT usgs.gov). If needed, hard copies may be mailed to: DANIEL RIZZOLO, UAF Institute of Arctic Biology, 902 N. Koyukuk Dr., 211 Irving 1, POB 756100, Fairbanks, AK 99775-6100. BEHAVIORAL ECOTOXICOLOGY POSITIONâ€“ Professors Dan Cristol and John Swaddle of the Department of Biology at the College of William & Mary seek applications for an open position in Behavioral Ecotoxicology. The position is open to candidates possessing a relevant bioscience graduate degree (MS or PhD) and a sincere desire to study the behavioral ecological effects of mercury contamination in songbirds. We are looking for someone with experience in ecotoxicology, ecology, and captive wildlife experimentation; and with strong quantitative and writing skills. The position is open for an initial two-year period (with the possibility of renewal for two additional years) and offers competitive salary and benefits. The successful candidate will join a dynamic behavioral ornithology group and oversee a three species mercury dosing experiment to examine behavioral and physiological consequences of long-term mercury contamination. The candidate will collaborate with undergraduate and graduate students to develop an integrated research program under the guidance of the two PIs. There will also be opportunities to gain classroom teaching experience if desired. Review of applications begins 15 Mar 2009 and will continue until an appointment is made. Submit by email as one document (EM: dacris AT wm.edu) a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional referees. Information on the current research programs of the two PIs can be found at [URL: http://jpswad.people.wm.edu/ (Swaddle) and http://dacris.people.wm.edu/ (Cristol)]. General information about the biology department at William & Mary may be obtained at (URL: http://www.wm.edu/biology). The College is an EEO/AA employer. SEABIRD RESEARCH VOLUNTEERâ€“One needed for spring/summer of 2009 in the San Francisco Bay Area. This volunteer position primarily involves demographic, productivity, disturbance and behavioral studies of Brandtâ€™s Cormorants on Alcatraz Island (2-3 days-including one weekend day), feeding ecology and population monitoring of Rhinoceros Auklets on AĂ±o Nuevo Island (1-2 days), and food web studies through examination of predatory fish diet (1 day). Volunteer will work full-time, including one weekend day every week and some night work. Preference will be given to applicants with a degree in biology or related field and prior avian research experience, especially mist-netting and bird handling. Knowledge of fish biology and identification skills also a plus. Position available beginning Apr through end Aug. Housing is provided. Applicants must have reliable transportation; mileage will be reimbursed for use of personal vehicle to field sites. Please send cover letter explaining interests and strengths, resume, and names and phone numbers/email addresses of 3 references to SARA ACOSTA (EM: sacosta AT prbo.org), Marine Ecology Division, PRBO Conservation Science, 3820 Cypress Drive #11, CA 94954 by 6 Mar 2009. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. KING EIDER RESEARCH ASSISTANT (1) needed from 1 Jun - 25 Jul 2009, to help with King Eider trapping and nest monitoring near Teshekpuk Lake, North Slope Borough, Alaska. This project is an ongoing monitoring effort to collect data on King Eider breeding biology in pristine arctic tundra not yet affected by industrial development. Duties include mist-netting adult King Eiders, banding, blood sampling, behavioral observations, nest searching and monitoring, nest trapping of female King Eiders, data recording, basic weather recording, and field camp maintenance chores. The project is situated 150 km southeast of Barrow, AK in a remote field camp with basic amenities that offers spectacular birdwatching. Applicants must be proficient in independently removing birds from mist nets, experience in blood sampling is highly desirable. Bird identification, excellent hiking fitness, and good sense of orientation necessary. Expect to hike 10 km per day in hip-boots over boggy and uneven terrain carrying trapping gear. Conditions on the tundra can range from below freezing to warm and humid, and a high level of tolerance towards mosquitoes and perpetual daylight is needed. Food, accommodation, transport to field site and field gear will be provided. For more information on the project check (URL: http://mercury.bio.uaf.edu/kingeider) or contact STEFFEN OPPEL (EM: fssjo3 AT uaf.edu, PH: 907-474-6051), Department of Biology and Wildlife, 211 Irving 1, University of Alaska, Fairbanks, AK 99775-6100, USA. To apply, send a statement of interest, CV with previous experience, and contact information of 2 references to Steffen Oppel. Position is open until filled. CORRECTED PHONE NUMBER â€“ RCW TECHNICIAN--Needed 1 May â€“ 30 Jun and possibly to 31 Jul. I may hire a person just to do cluster inventories Mar thru Apr. Nest finding, cluster inventories, re-sighting banded fledglings (possibly banding nestlings but you must have experience banding nestlings). Must have high tolerance for tough field conditions (e.g., high temperatures and humidity, ticks, chiggers, carrying equipment over rutted and swampy terrain, and the occasional snake). Must have experience working alone, feel comfortable alone in remote areas away from roads and have great organizational skills. Position is in Francis Marion National Forest, coastal South Carolina. Opportunities may exist for volunteer work with shorebirds and swallow-tailed kite nest searching (during time off). Great fishing and kayaking in the area. You will be happier if you have a personal vehicle, although one will be available for work (manual transmission/stick shift) so you must have a valid driverâ€™s license. US citizens only. Salary dependent upon experience ($2,000- $3,000/ month). Please have 2 references ready that will vouch for your ability to do RCW work and complete a task once it has been assigned. LARRY WOOD, Wildlife Investigations, LLC, McClellanville, SC (PH: 843-340-1444, EM: lwood10 AT juno.com). RESEARCH AIDE â€“ The Central Arizonaâ€“Phoenix Long-Term Ecological Research (CAP LTER) project is seeking a research aide to conduct a seasonal bird count for birds across the Phoenix Metro area. Duties include identifying bird species by both sight and sound; locating census points in relatively undifferentiated tracts of desert using hand-held GPS tools; and conducting distance-based bird census techniques such as point counts. Days & Schedule: Part-time up to 15 hours per week (Schedule TBD) beginning end of Mar 2009. Posted Rate of Pay: $14.00/hour. Search Staff positions at (URL: http://www.asu.edu/hr/applicant.html) for Research Technician (part time) job #22274 to apply. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE TECHNICIANS, US GEOLOGICAL SURVEY: The USGS Fort Collins Science Center is avidly looking to hire up to three individuals for the Gunnison Sage-grouse Survival and Habitat Use Project. This is a collaborative research project with the Colorado Division of Wildlife and the National Park Service that addresses population demographics and habitat requirements for Gunnison Sage-Grouse. Incumbents would be trapping (night-lighting) and radio-collaring Sage-Grouse at lek sites in the spring, tracking those individuals to obtain GPS relocations, and identifying nest sites to monitor productivity (Apr through May). We will also capture and radio-collar chicks, following them to estimate survival and assess habitat use. Starting in Jun, in addition to tracking birds through Sep/Oct, duties might shift to include some vegetation assessments across sagebrush habitats, to aid in validating a sagebrush habitat model across the entire Gunnison Basin. Duty Location: Gunnison, CO; Series/Grade: GG-0404-04/05/06/07; Salary: $13.18-$18.26 / hour; Position Type: Full-time, Temporary, Not-to-Exceed 180 paid days; Starts: 1 Apr 2009; Ends: 30 Sep 2009. Announcement Number: FORT-09-04 found at (URL: http://www.fort.usgs.gov/Jobs/) provides more complete information and application instructions. Questions can be emailed to SPENCER SCHELL (EM: schells AT usgs.gov).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 16, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2009 20:36:41 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** MARSH BIRD TRAINING WORKSHOP – Marsh Bird enthusiasts!! We will again be holding a marsh bird training workshop in Yuma, Arizona from 1-3 Apr 2009. The main objective of the workshop is to train folks to identify all common vocalizations of secretive marsh birds. This is a good place for a training workshop because many of the secretive marsh bird species that occur in North America are common in the area: black rails, soras, Virginia rails, clapper rails, least bitterns, common moorhens, pied-billed grebes, American coots. Hence, the field workshop will be useful for anyone participating in standardized marsh bird surveys who has these species in their survey area. We have held this workshop the past 6 years and most participants felt comfortable identifying many of the calls by the end of the workshop. There are no registration costs associated with the workshop for those participating in the national standardized marsh bird survey effort (participants have to pay their travel to Yuma and their hotel). An agenda and a registration form is attached. The workshop will start at ~1:30pm on 1 Apr (Wed) and finish at ~11:30am on 3 Apr (Fri); we'll send out a detailed agenda to those who fill out the registration form. Please contact me if you are interested in attending but uncertain if you will attend so that we can add your email address to future correspondence about this training workshop. And please pass this information on to any other folks that hope to conduct marsh bird surveys in 2009. Contact: DR. COURTNEY J. CONWAY, Arizona Coop. Fish & Wildlife Research Unit, School of Natural Resources, 325 Biological Sciences East, University of Arizona Tucson, AZ 85721 (PH: 520-626-8535, FX: 520-621-8801, EM: cconway AT Ag.Arizona.Edu, URL:: http://www.cals.arizona.edu/research/azfwru/cjc/, marsh bird website URL: : http://www.cals.arizona.edu/research/azfwru/NationalMarshBird/) RCW TECHNICIAN--Needed 1 May – 30 Jun and possibly to 31 Jul. I may hire a person just to do cluster inventories Mar thru Apr. Nest finding, cluster inventories, re-sighting banded fledglings (possibly banding nestlings but you must have experience banding nestlings). Must have high tolerance for tough field conditions (e.g., high temperatures and humidity, ticks, chiggers, carrying equipment over rutted and swampy terrain, and the occasional snake). Must have experience working alone, feel comfortable alone in remote areas away from roads and have great organizational skills. Position is in Francis Marion National Forest, coastal South Carolina. Opportunities may exist for volunteer work with shorebirds and swallow-tailed kite nest searching (during time off). Great fishing and kayaking in the area. You will be happier if you have a personal vehicle, although one will be available for work (manual transmission/stick shift) so you must have a valid driver’s license. US citizens only. Salary dependent upon experience ($2,000- $3,000/ month). Please have 2 references ready that will vouch for your ability to do RCW work and complete a task once it has been assigned. LARRY WOOD, Wildlife Investigations, LLC, McClellanville, SC (PH: 843-40-1444, EM: LWOOD10 AT juno.com). AVIAN AND BAT FIELD ASSISTANTS, Agency: University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Locations: Near Tomahawk, WI and Brainerd, MN–Field research assistants (2-3) are needed, 18 May through Jul 2009, to complete surveys of breeding birds in northern Wisconsin and north-central Minnesota as part of a research project investigating bird habitat relationships within managed red and jack pine forests of the western Great Lakes region. Daily duties include conducting point counts, vegetation sampling, and data entry. Assistants will also have the opportunity to conduct acoustic detection surveys for bats and carabid beetle activity density surveys. Qualified applicants must be able to identify Midwestern birds by sound and sight and have excellent hearing. Applicants must pass a standardized bird song test and a hearing test. Other requirements include: the physical ability and desire to work early and long hours in the field, ability to travel, tolerance for challenging conditions (e.g., humidity, biting bugs), orienteering and GPS experience, a driver’s license, and the ability to work well in a team environment. Previous experience with point count, vegetation, and bat survey techniques desirable, but training will be provided assuming that bird identification skills are acceptable. Wages of $9-$11/hour or $1440-$1760/month (DOE), mileage reimbursement, housing (or allowance), equipment, and training will be provided. E-mail letter of interest, resume, and contact information (name, phone number, address, e-mail) for 3 references to: Contact: KIM SKAHAN, Graduate Research Assistant, College of Natural Resources, University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, (PH: 715-572-0682, EM: kskah510 AT uwsp.edu), Last Date to Apply: Open until filled.. MASTER'S student position available at Oregon State University. Are you a crack birder with mad skills and a drive to count each and every bird? Are you serious about understanding what factors drive the distribution and abundance of common and rare species? Do you go birding, rain or shine, all year long? Then this opportunity might be for you. An opening in the Robinson graduate student lab in the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife is available beginning Fall 2009 (late Sep). The successful applicant will join the nation's top-ranked wildlife science program and the nation's most productive university in terms of contributions to conservation biology. The thesis project will focus on designing and implementing a new monitoring program to track changes in bird abundances and distribution across a large landscape in western Oregon. The student will be supported on an assistantship, which will include teaching through our distance education program, for up to 8 quarters. If you are a passionate and highly skilled birdwatcher, physically fit for many days in the field each year, and can also focus on academic training, apply by sending: 1. a one-page cover letter outlining why you are the perfect person for this opportunity; 2. a c.v., which includes names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references; 3. GRE scores; and 4. a copy of your undergraduate transcripts to: DR. DOUGLAS ROBINSON (EM: douglas.robinson AT oregonstate.edu). Applications are due by 5 Mar, but will be evaluated as they arrive. Combining all 4 items into a single pdf is preferred. For more information about our group: http://fw.oregonstate.edu/robinson. Oregon State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FIELD ORNITHOLOGISTS: Get paid to go birding in Ohio! (6-7 positions available!). Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas field ornithologists needed from about 15 May - 31 Jul 2009 (URL: http://www.ohiobirds.org/obba2/). Applicants MUST HAVE the ability to identify all eastern birds by sight AND especially, by song/call. Each field crew member will be involved in intensive surveys of breeding birds in forest, wetland, grassland, farmland, and urban habitats using a variety of sampling methods (area searches, point-counts, tape playbacks, and other methods). This position will allow field technicians to gain experience with a variety of survey techniques while working in a beautiful state with diverse avian communities (approximately 200 nesting species)! Preferred applicants will also have experience using GPS and topographic maps, and will be motivated to keep accurate and detailed records of daily survey activities. Applicants must be willing to work long days and be willing to camp. Pay will be ~$8.24/hr (approx. $2,000 per month). Daily field transportation and camping vouchers will be provided. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please email cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for 3 references to AARON BOONE (EM: boone.70 AT osu.edu). For additional questions about this position, email or call anytime (PH: 614-247-6458). Please apply before 15 Mar. Apply TODAY to get involved in a truly exciting project to put the nesting birds of Ohio on the map! MARBLED MURRELET/SEABIRD RESEARCH CREW LEADERS (2) AND ASSISTANTS (4) needed for the USDA Forest Service - Pacific Northwest Research Station’s murrelet population monitoring program in Puget Sound, WA. Duration likely May – Aug 2009. Applicants must be available to start in early May. Work involves line transect surveys in protected waters on a daily basis. Applicants must be physically capable of withstanding long hours in a small boat, have good eyesight, and be able to live and work cooperatively in a team of three people. Previous field experience with surveys from boats and ability to identify seabirds preferred (required for crew leader positions). Crew leaders will be responsible for scheduling and conducting surveys, training, overseeing data entry, and summarizing data into a final report. Duty stations to be determined within Puget Sound area (San Juan Islands or Sequim, WA); positions may require some overnight travel. Forest Service housing (or private rental home) will be available ($120-$180/month). Salary at GS-7 level (~$19.00/hr) for crew leaders and GS-5 level (~$15.00/hr) for assistants. Must be a U.S. citizen. Apply for these Biological Science Technician (Wildlife) positions at (URL: http://www.usajobs.gov by 20 Feb 2009. Apply to Vacancy Announcement Numbers: * TEMP-OCR-404-7-WLDLF, * TEMP-OCR-404-5-WLDLF. You must apply for both grade levels if you want to be considered for both. When application asks for Duty Locations be sure to include Olympia, Sequim, and Friday Harbor, WA. Please contact TOM BLOXTON, (EM: tbloxton AT fs.fed.us, PH: 360-753-7672), with any questions about the positions. For general information about the positions also contact MARTIN G. RAPHAEL, (EM: mraphael AT fs.fed.us, PH: 360-753-7662), at the Olympia Forestry Sciences Lab. FIELD ASSISTANT needed for behavioral field study of a songbird in Costa Rica–Assistant will collect data on song, social behavior, reproduction, habitat use and demographics in the cooperatively breeding, duetting Stripe-headed Sparrow (Aimophila ruficauda). Motivated applicant with interests in research may have opportunity to lead a study on habitat use. Daily field work will include resighting birds by color-combination, mist-netting, banding, conducting focal observations while recording vocalizations, assisting playback experiments, tracking birds via telemetry, nest-searching and monitoring, habitat surveys and insect sampling. There will be some data entry and sound data processing work each day, but emphasis will be on intensive field work. Experience in at least some of the above field activities preferred, but not all required. I will teach the assistant sound recording techniques if s/he does not have experience recording sounds. Absolutely required: good general birding skills but especially a good ear for identifying birds by song; an enthusiasm for study of bird behavior; ability to work both in dense, thorny forest and in open areas with TOTAL exposure to very hot tropical sun; tolerance for working in proximity to stinging ants, wasps and poisonous snakes. Ability to speak Spanish not required but willingness to learn is a must. Study site is Santa Rosa National Park, Guanacaste, Costa Rica, where we will live in a researcher dormitory. Santa Rosa is part of the Guanacaste Conservation Area (ACG), and is an internationally renowned World Heritage Site. The ACG is home to wet rain forest, dry forests, cloud forests, mangroves, beaches, savannas and volcanoes. Santa Rosa is about 30 min from the small city of Liberia. Food, housing and some travel provided. Start date: late May until late Aug or early Sep. *Contact*: Via email, please send resume and a list of three references to: ANYA ILLES, Graduate student, University of Washington, Biology Department. (EM: ailles AT u.washington.edu, URL: http://www.ailles.com). FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED (2). We are seeking highly motivated seasonal Biological Science Technicians for a study of sagebrush obligate birds in southwest Wyoming. The positions will be filled at a GS-05 ($14.74), GS-06 ($16.44), or GS-07 ($18.26/hr) level, depending on experience and available positions. A $20 field per diem is also provided. The positions will run from approximately 11 May- 31 Jul 2009. Duties include point counts and vegetation surveys. We will consider applicants who are in excellent physical shape and can work effectively alone and as part of a team. Applicants must be able to identify birds by both sight and sound. Experience with conducting point counts/distance estimation is preferred. Must be willing to stay in semi-remote sites (camping or trailer), and carry heavy packs. All interested applicants should send CV to NATASHA CARR (EM: carrn AT usgs.gov) or call (PH: 970-226-9446) for more information. Please include a cover letter highlighting qualifications for the position. Position are contingent upon the availability of funding. BANDER FOR BIRD MONITORING in the Maya Mountains, Belize - The Belize Foundation for Research and Environmental Education (BFREE) and the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) are looking for a bander for our mist-net mark-recapture monitoring efforts supported by The Nature Conservancy in the Bladen Nature Reserve, Belize. The three month position will begin ~1 Mar – 30 May 2009. The main goal of our project is to monitor the species rich bird community and its variability along an elevation and substrate gradient. Applicants are expected to have experience in identifying birds (in particular Eastern US migrants), operating mist-nets, and removing birds from nets. Basic knowledge with determining age and sex of birds and a familiarity with the Pyle Guide is a plus. Primary duties will be mist-netting/banding at separate banding stations, data entry, and training Belizean field assistants to learn banding basics. The applicant will also work with our Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja) conservation and monitoring program (previous raptor experience a plus, but not required). Applicants must get along well with others, be good communicators, be willing to work hard, and be self-motivated. Applicants must also be in good physical condition with the ability to hike and work in mountainous tropical terrain. Banders will be housed at the BFREE field station, and will camp out at our remote field sites. All meals/day will be provided including a monthly stipend. TO APPLY: Please send resume and references to Dr. JAMIE ROTENBERG, Department of Environmental Studies, University of North Carolina Wilmington [EM: rotenbergj AT uncw.edu] and to Jacob Marlin, Managing Director of The Belize Foundation for Research and Environmental Education (BFREE) [EM: bfree AT hughes.net] before or by 25 Feb 2009. FIELD ASSISTANT FOR YELLOW RAIL STUDY at Seney NWR, Michigan. Project description: The yellow rail (Coturnicops noveboracensis) is a rare, secretive species associated with shallowly flooded wetlands, most commonly sedge meadows. Knowledge about its population status in most areas, its basic ecology, and its response to habitat management is limited. This study examines factors influencing the distribution and abundance of yellow rails and associated bird species in sedge meadows, and the response of these birds and vegetation to prescribed burning. The objectives of the study are to 1) describe occurrence and distribution of yellow rails at Seney NWR and relate to habitat characteristics; 2) describe occurrence and distribution of Le Conte’s sparrow, sedge wrens, and other birds at Seney NWR and relate to habitat characteristics; and 3) evaluate effects of prescribed burning and hydrology on plant community, cover, and structure at Seney NWR. Work period: 4 May to 28 Aug 2008 (total 765 hrs) Availability for early start is important. Type of services required: One individual is needed to assist with nocturnal surveys for yellow rails and other wetland birds, collection of habitat data on survey points, and collection of data on plant community and structure in sedge-shrub habitat. The individual will be supervised by a crew leader and will be expected to collect field data and enter data into spreadsheets. During field work, the individual will often work independently and thus must be highly self-motivated, understanding of the value of accurate and complete data, and able to navigate by map, compass, and GPS. The individual will periodically work with refuge staff and volunteers. Field work: All field work will be conducted at Seney National Wildlife Refuge. The individual will conduct nocturnal bird surveys individually or as part of a group, and assist with collection of vegetation data. A GPS unit will be provided to assist with navigation and data collection. If the individual has completed required prescribed fire training courses, has a Red Card, and passes the appropriate physical test, the individual may also collect fire behavior data during prescribed burns conducted by refuge staff. For any activity associated with prescribed burning, the individual will be provided with the necessary safety equipment by the refuge and will operate under the direction of the Fire Management Officer. Data work: Data will be entered on laptop computers using Excel software. Required skills and experience: The individual will need at least 2 years of college coursework in wildlife, natural resources, botany, or related field. The individual must currently be a student or have been a student within the past 12 months, as of 1 May 2008. The individual should demonstrate skills and experience in collecting accurate and complete data under field conditions and ability to work independently in remote field conditions (including at night). Good to excellent hearing is required for surveys. Experience with bird surveys is desirable. The individual should also have experience in driving 4WD vehicles and using computers (specifically Windows operating system, Excel, and Word). Experience and ability in plant taxonomy for identifying sedge-bog vegetation to species, and CPR and first aid skills a plus. Must have a valid driver’s license for operation of federal vehicle. Working conditions: Most work will be performed outdoors. Field work will be conducted in sedge-shrub-bog wetlands in Seney National Wildlife Refuge. Access to general areas is by 2- and 4-wheel drive vehicles on refuge gravel roads; however, direct access to most surveyed areas requires hiking long distances on uneven, soft, and often flooded ground, often at night. Field work therefore requires very good physical condition, ability to walk long distances (>5 km daily) on difficult substrates, good field sense, and good navigational abilities. The individual will be required to carry equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Field work will involve exposure to a wide range of weather conditions including cold, snow, water, mud, and severe heat. Exposure to biting insects (black flies, mosquitoes, and deer and horse flies) is high. Work periodically during the season will be on computers in an office setting. Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with the level of education and experience required; for an individual who has completed at least 2 years of college coursework, the estimated rate is $13.62/hour. This rate includes an amount for self-employment taxes. The individual is expected to work, on average, a 40–45 hour week, but some weeks may require longer hours. Although pay will cover all hours worked, the individual will not receive a premium rate for work beyond 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week. If any travel related to work occurs, travel costs will be compensated as would be done for federal employees. The individual also will be eligible for Workers Compensation at government expense the same as a federal employee. The individual is responsible for all costs of other transportation to and from Seney and for personal transportation at the study area; a federal vehicle will be provided for transportation around the study area. Housing is available on the refuge. The Government does not provide meals or other living expenses. Duty stations: The individual will be stationed at Seney, Michigan for work on the Seney National Wildlife Refuge. Please send, electronically a complete resume and list of references; please send electronically or via surface mail a copy of transcripts and, if completed, proof of college diploma (copies ok) to: DR. JANE AUSTIN, U.S. Geological Survey, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, 8711 37th Street SE, Jamestown, ND 58401 (EM: jane_austin AT usgs.gov). WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN (1) sought to conduct avian point counts and other bird projects in Alaska’s Tongass National Forest. This is an opportunity to explore and bird in rarely-visited areas of America’s largest, wildest, temperate rainforest. Salary will be GS-5, 6, or 7 plus cost-of-living allowance, depending on experience ($15.92 – $19.72 per hour) plus paid annual leave, and overtime after 40 hours per week. Required activities and skills: identify land birds by sight and sound; good physical condition; camp in a wilderness setting and rise very early in the morning; travel in boats and small aircraft; hike rugged terrain; take basic habitat (plant) information; data entry and paper- work in a forest service office. Other desired skills: previous point count experience, and familiarity with Pacific Northwest or Alaska bird and plant species. Target dates are 28 Apr through late Jul but there is some flexibility, and the season may be extended to up to 6 months if technician is willing to work on other natural resource projects, depending on funding. Applicants must be available all of May and Jun. Government housing is available in Junau, Alaska. For information on how US citizens can officially apply for this position through the federal process contact: GWEN BALUSS (EM: gbaluss AT yahoo.com ) Please include a cover letter or brief resume that outlines relevant experience and write the phrase “Bird Crew 2009” in the subject line. You may also contact DENNIS CHESTER (EM: dchester AT fs.fed.us). USDA Forest Service is an equal employment opportunity employer. ROCKY MOUNTAIN SONGBIRD TECHNICIANS – The Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (URL: http://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/wyndd/) is hiring 2 technicians to conduct songbird surveys from 11 May – 29 Jul 2009. As part of the Rocky Mountain songbird monitoring program, technicians will be responsible for conducting point count surveys in southeastern Wyoming. Most surveys will take place in the Medicine Bow National Forest, a mountainous and diverse ecosystem with idyllic summer temperatures. Work is solitary and requires hiking and navigating through rugged and remote country. Technicians will be based out of Laramie, Wyoming, where shared housing is provided. However, camping and backpacking will be required on many week nights. Qualifications: Experience identifying birds by song, call, and sight, particularly for species occurring in the Rocky Mountains, is required. Ability to identify high-pitched calls is of paramount importance. All candidates should have the following additional qualifications: valid driver’s license, strong work ethic, attention to detail, the ability to work independently and early in the morning, and be in good physical condition. Candidates with the following additional qualifications will be given preference: experience with point-count monitoring of songbirds, experience orienteering and/or using handheld GPS units, experience with wilderness first aid. Pay: Salary is $1700-2000/month DOE (work vehicle and shared housing provided) To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and 3 references to (EM: westes AT uwyo.edu).. Please specify your dates of availability. Application deadline is 4 Mar 2009. CERULEAN WARBLER FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed mid Apr to mid Jul 2009 (start/stop date somewhat flexible) on a study of the effects of silvicultural practices on mature forest songbirds in West Virginia. Emphasis will be placed on the Cerulean Warbler; other target species include Ovenbird, Scarlet Tanager, Worm-eating Warbler, Wood Thrush, Hooded Warbler and Kentucky Warbler. Work at the three remote, rugged, and bird-rich study sites will focus on spot-mapping, point counts, target banding and re-sighting color-banded birds, and searching for and monitoring nests. Other duties include vegetation sampling and data entry. Qualified applicants will have experience identifying Eastern songbirds by sight and sound, MUST be physically able to work on steep mountain terrain, and work well with others in close quarters. A valid driver’s license and clean driving record are required. Coursework in ornithology or wildlife ecology and experience with 4WD vehicles is preferred. During territory delineation and nest building/nestling feeding a 6 day work week will be necessary; for the remainder of the season we will have a more flexible 5 days on/2 days off schedule. Housing (no pets), safety training (first aid/CPR), transportation to and from field locations, and a stipend of $1000-$2000/mo (based on experience) will be provided. Positions will be filled as resumes of qualified individuals are received. Interested applicants should send a short cover letter highlighting relevant experience, resume, and contact information for (3) references by 1 Mar (email preferred) to JIM SHEEHAN (EM: ceruleanWVU AT gmail.com), Division of Forestry, West Virginia University, 322 Percival Hall, Morgantown, WV 26506. AVIAN FIELD BIOLOGISTS (2) needed for the start of a long-term bird population monitoring study at the HJ Andrews Experimental Forest in the central Cascade Mountains of Oregon (near Blue River) from approximately 1 May to 1 Jul (one position starting in mid-Apr). Duties include conducting point counts along transects, insect and vegetation sampling. Position involves extensive hiking off trails through the forest (some of which is old-growth). Point count experience and identification skills of birds of the Pacific Northwest by sight and sound preferred. Pay is $1550 - 2000/month, depending on experience. Housing provided at the HJ Andrews is apartment-style with shared rooms. Please send cover letter, resume and 3 references to SARAH FREY (EM: sarah.frey AT oregonstate.edu). AVIAN CLINIC MANAGER–Title: Tropical avian caretaker/rehabilitation specialist (Avian Clinic Manager). Close Date: Until filled. Employer: Casa Avian Support Alliance, LLC NGO 501 (c) 3. Location: Belize, Central America. Compensation: Room, board, and a variable stipend based on number of volunteers on staff, periodic use of vehicle, internet access Contact: JODI BENTÉ, Executive Director CASA Avian Support Alliance, NGO, 3 Kotsaris, Court Petaluma, CA 94952 (EM:: littlegradie AT aol.com). Description: The CASA avian clinic manager will live at the Casa del Caballo Blanco eco-Lodge in San Ignacio, Belize, Central America. The position will include direct involvement and managing volunteers caring for and conducting medical rehabilitation for tropical birds from over much of Belize. Daily duties will include intake, feeding, cleaning, food preparation, general care, of avian patients (generally 2 to 20 birds), and working closely with veterinarians who will conduct major medical procedures. Additional duties will often include collecting food (fruits, insects, etc.) from a 20-acre protected reforestation area on site, completion of patient records, logging dietary intake, producing an avian cookbook and care manual. NGO activities will include participating in public outreach and assisting with the identification and solicitation of grants and contributions. Desirable: able to live in an English speaking, tropical Latin American Country - ability and willingness to manage high humidity, significant rainfall, varied and numerous insects on the urban edge of a moderately small town. Attention to detail and avian rehabilitation experience, e.g. IWRC certification will be viewed as a major plus. Opportunities: the site includes a 20-acre reforestation area with opportunities for research. The Country is exceptionally gifted with wildlife and intact forest on and within 2-miles of the site. Research opportunities are great within various habitats in the Country and a significant role will be played by the avian clinic manager, with recognition of the role and position covering much of the central portion of the Country. Accommodations: room at the eco-lodge with freedom of the grounds, community areas, kitchen (health certificate will be required), clinic, aviaries, etc. Duration: 1 to 2 year commitment minimum Application process: send letters of inquiry and resume to JODI BENTÉ (see email above) . FIELD TECHNICIANS needed to assist Ph.D. student with investigation of behavior, movement, and demographics of Black-backed Woodpeckers in Black Hills region of South Dakota. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to assist with a radio telemetry study starting in Apr and May. Work includes habitat assessment, radio tracking, nest searching, color-banding, population and nest monitoring, and behavior observations. Proficiency working with birds, a working knowledge of radio telemetry techniques, and a demonstrated ability to work alone and under difficult field conditions are preferred. Housing and limited stipend are provided. Please send a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for 2 references (name, phone, and email) to CHRIS ROTA (EM: bbwo2009 AT picra.net) by 28 Feb 2009. ASSISTANT WILDLIFE BIOLOGISTS (3) needed to conduct marsh bird surveys (rails and bitterns) at 6 National Estuarine Research Reserves in both the northeastern and southeastern United States from Mar through Jun. Duties will include early morning and evening surveys for marsh birds (on foot, by kayak, and motor boat) and data management. Some night work may also be required. Housing and field vehicles provided. Salaries range from $1650 - $1800 per month depending on experience. Prior field experience, experience with boats, and the ability to identify birds by sight and sound are preferred, but not required. Applicants should also be able to work independently in relatively remote field conditions. Please send resumes TO CHRIS NADEAU (EM: cnadeau AT email.arizona.edu). Resumes should highlight your experience with the skills listed above. MS and/or PH.D ASSISTANTSHIPS--University of Georgia, Graduate student opportunities in reproductive endocrinology. I am currently seeking MS and/or PhD students looking to work in an integrative environment gaining expertise in reproductive physiology, endocrinology, and evolutionary biology at the University of Georgia. Research projects will compliment ongoing work in the lab examining mechanisms responsible for sex ratio adjustment and yolk hormone deposition in zebra finch and chicken model systems. Students in my lab will learn a variety of techniques including but not limited to radioimmunoassay, cell culture, and PCR. For more information about my research and my lab, please visit (URL: http://knavara.myweb.uga.edu). Assistantships include year-round support and a tuition waiver. Set in the foothills of the Appalachian mountains, Athens, GA is an excellent place to live with a quaint downtown area, close proximity to wildlife and natural resources, and only a short distance from the Atlanta metro area. Prior to enrolling, students must have completed a BS or BSA in Biology, Zoology, or a related field. If interested, please send an email to DR. KRISTEN NAVARA (EM: knavara AT uga.edu). Please include a current CV, a description of your research interests, an unofficial transcript, and GRE scores (if you have them). NOTE REVISED CONTACT INFORMATION– FREELANCE ORNITHOLOGIST FOR CONSULTATION – Mission Viejo, CA. Bird-B-Gone Inc, the nations leading manufacturer of humane bird deterrents is looking to hire an ornithologist on as a consultant and writer. Bird-B-Gone, Inc. is dedicated to helping people solve pest bird problems, and is looking for the insight of an ornithologist to continue and offer the most effective products available. As a consultant, the ideal candidate would work with our Research and Development department to help design new products. Applicants should also be very comfortable with writing, as we will need contributions for newsletters, ads, and various marketing efforts. Bird-B-Gone, Inc. is located in Southern California; however we could work with someone out of the office on a part time basis. If you are interested in helping Bird-B-Gone as a consultant, please contact FRAN PRISCO (PH: 1-800-392-6915, EM: fprisco AT birdbgone.com). Requirements: Degree in Ornithology, at least 10 years field experience, comprehensive writing skills. FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed 23 Mar - 26 Jun 2009 for study of bird communities along forested mountain tributaries in the New River Gorge National River of southern West Virginia. This project is part of a long-term monitoring program being developed for the National Park Service to investigate the impacts of acidification, over-browsing by white-tailed deer, and urbanization on park ecosystem integrity. Duties will include point-counts, and streamside transect surveys of bird species that are sensitive to ecosystem modifications, with special emphasis on Louisiana Waterthrush. Previous field research experience and ability to identify eastern forest songbirds by ear is required. Patience, humbleness, alertness, close attention to detail, making thorough field notes, and enthusiasm for hiking many kilometers of mountain streams are essential. Field vehicle, housing, and a wage of $11/hr will be provided. Send in one document (Word or PDF) a cover letter stating your interests, a resume that includes dates of relevant experience, and contact information for three references that can describe your abilities in the field to DR. BRADY MATTSSON, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602. Positions will be filled as soon as suitable applicants are found. Please write ”NPS application” on the subject line of your email (EM: bjmatt AT uga.edu). TEMPORARY FIELD BIOLOGISTS / ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS – Ecology and Environment, Inc. is a fully integrated environmental consulting firm whose underlying philosophy is its worldwide commitment to supporting sustainable development through responsible environmental stewardship. We are seeking several staff Biologists/Environmental Scientists to work on a pipeline project encompassing 5 states in the western U.S. These positions will be based out of our Portland, Oregon office. Responsibilities: *Wetland delineations, *Plant and habitat surveys, *Vegetation characterizations, *Special status species surveys, *Data processing. Requirements: *BS/MS in biological sciences or related field, *Minimum of 3 years field experience including terrestrial and aquatic biological surveys, *Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel with excellent written and oral communication skills, *Ability to walk for several miles, work in extreme temperatures, rough terrain and work independently in remote areas, *Experience with GPS/ArcPad desired. The positions are full time beginning in Apr for approximately two to four months. These are temporary salaried positions which do not include medical insurance, paid leave or sick time. The positions do include temporary housing and per diem reimbursement for meals. Please view our website at (URL: http://www.ene.com) to apply on-line. Join our team and make a difference! 4-5 MARSH BIRD FIELD TECHNICIANS needed to assist two Master's research projects examining habitat use by secretive marsh birds in Ohio. The study will examine factors influencing the distribution and abundance of marsh birds at multiple spatial scales. Data collected for focal and secondary species will also be contributed to the Ohio Breeding Bird Atlas II. Technicians will have an opportunity to work in large marsh complexes along Lake Erie and a variety of wetland habitats throughout the state. Positions run from late Apr to Jul (exact dates to be determined). Responsibilities include conducting call-back surveys in early morning and evenings, identifying marsh vegetation, measuring habitat characteristics, and maintaining field equipment. A six-day work week is possible, weather permitting. A valid driver's license is required. Knowledge of marsh vegetation and the ability to identify marsh birds such as rails and bitterns by sound are preferred but not required. Preference will be given to applicants with strong vocal and visual bird identification skills. Experience using a GPS unit and excellent navigational skills are also desired. Applicants must be comfortable working in an aquatic environment, be able to use a kayak, have a strong work ethic, and be in good physical condition. Housing will consists of tents and/or a camper at various campsites throughout the state. Applicants will need to supply their own binoculars. SALARY: $7.51 to $8.00 per hour depending on experience (Approximately $1,300 to $1,385 per average month at 40 hours per week) with possible overtime opportunities. TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to KAREN WILLARD(willard.39 AT osu.edu) or BEN KAHLER (Kahler.14 AT osu.edu). Email preferred but applicants may mail information to The School of Environment and Natural Resources, The Ohio State University, 2021 Coffey Rd., 210 Kottman Hall, Columbus, Ohio 43210-1085. For more information, Call Karen or Ben at (PH: 614-292-9825). The New Job ID is: 13046 with closing date 18 Apr 2009 conbio ECOLOGIST / BIOLOGIST – Seeking a Wildlife Ecologist or Field Biologist experienced in avian, herpetofaunal, wetland, and/or invertebrate sampling. The position will begin approximately 15 Mar and last through 1 Jul 2009. This could become a permanent position for the right candidate. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to (EM: jobs AT geeinc.net). Job description: Great Ecology and Environments, Inc. was established in 2001 and is the only ecological consulting firm in New York City. We are a small business specializing in terrestrial and aquatic ecology related to biological surveys, ecosystem restoration and design, and environmental permitting. Our clients include the public and private sectors as well as not-for-profit organizations. For more information about our firm visit our website (URL: http://www.geeinc.net). The successful applicant will need to be versatile. Tasks may include: –Biological surveys, –Wetland delineation, –Report production, –GIS, –Database management. Requirements: –Excellent writing and people skills; –Experience performing field work; and –A Bachelors or Masters degree in biology, ecology, or natural resources related field. CREW LEADER/FIELD BIOLOGIST needed for the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking a field biologist to serve as a crew leader to train and lead interns operating a network of mist-netting and banding stations on Texas National Guard properties (Camp Swift and Camp Bowie) in south central Texas. Position extends from 23 Apr through 8 Aug 2009. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to track demographic variation in North American landbird populations. MAPS data from this network of stations are analyzed to quantify the impacts of land management practices on bird populations, and to identify relationships between annual demographics and variation in climate and seasonal weather. The ultimate goal of these investigations is to provide landbird conservation recommendations with considerations of habitat management, migratory behavior, weather patterns, and climate change. Successful applicants should have previous experience with the MAPS protocol and be proficient at birdsong identification, and MUST have advanced skills in mist-netting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing of landbirds in the hand. Applicants will be expected to use Peter Pyle’s Identification Guide to North American Birds (Part I) to teach plumages and molts of landbirds in the appropriate regions. Previous MAPS field biologist interns (and crew leaders) are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated leadership skills, attention to detail, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn, and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. The field biologists is expected to drive considerable distances between (and within) locations so a reliable field vehicle is a must (trucks/SUVs not required). This field biologist position is an excellent opportunity to gain experience leading field crews, and IBP full-time staff biologists are often recruited from the MAPS field biologist pool. MAPS field biologists are considered independent contractors rather than IBP staff, and receive payment of $2,300+ per month and on-the-job mileage reimbursement ($0.35/mile), but no fringe benefits. Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, resume, and current contact information for three references, as well as complete and submit the MAPS Field Biologist Application Form. The Application Form and further information can be found on our website,(URL: http://www.birdpop.org), or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX: 415-663-9482, PH: 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org). Position will be filled when a qualified candidate is found. FIELD BIOLOGIST needed for the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking a field biologist to serve as a crew leader to train and lead interns operating a network of mist-netting and banding stations in Missouri. Position extends from 23 Apr through 8 Aug 2009. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to track demographic variation in North American landbird populations. MAPS data from this network of stations are analyzed to quantify the impacts of land management practices on bird populations, and to identify relationships between annual demographics and variation in climate and seasonal weather. The ultimate goal of these investigations is to provide landbird conservation recommendations with considerations of habitat management, migratory behavior, weather patterns, and climate change. This field biologist position is an excellent opportunity to gain experience leading field crews, and IBP full-time staff biologists are often recruited from the MAPS field biologist pool. MAPS field biologists are considered independent contractors rather than IBP staff, and receive payment of $2,300+ per month and on-the-job mileage reimbursement ($0.35/mile), but no fringe benefits. Successful applicants should have previous experience with the MAPS protocol and be proficient at birdsong identification, and MUST have advanced skills in mist-netting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing of landbirds in the hand. Applicants will be expected to use Peter Pyle's Identification Guide to North American Birds (Part I) to teach plumages and molts of landbirds in the appropriate regions. Previous MAPS field biologist interns (and crew leaders) are especially encouraged to apply. Demonstrated leadership skills, attention to detail, good physical condition, a tolerance of long days that begin before dawn, and the ability to endure sometimes difficult field conditions are required. Field biologists are expected to drive considerable distances between (and within) locations so a reliable field vehicle is a must (trucks/SUVs not required). Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, resume, and current contact information for three references, as well as complete and submit the MAPS Field Biologist Application Form. The Application Form and further information can be found on our website, (URL: http://www.birdpop.org) or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX: 415-663-9482, PH: 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org). Position will be filled when a qualified candidate is found. EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER needed for the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking an experienced bird bander to operate mist-netting and banding stations on Fort Bragg, North Carolina from 1 May to 8 Aug 2009. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to track demographic variation in North American landbird populations. MAPS data are analyzed to quantify the impacts of land management practices on bird populations, and to identify relationships between annual demographics and variation in climate and seasonal weather. The ultimate goal of these investigations is to provide landbird conservation recommendations with considerations of habitat management, migratory behavior, weather patterns, and climate change. This position is open to U.S. citizens only. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with some experience collecting data in the field and a solid background in mistnetting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing landbirds using plumage characteristics. We particularly encourage previous MAPS interns to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to become proficient in applying the MAPS protocol in the field during an intensive training session beginning 1 May. After training, the experienced bander will be responsible for setting up and operating six mist-netting stations with one other intern, coordinating area volunteers for assistance, liaising with contacts on Fort Bragg, and submitting monthly progress reports to IBP’s main office. The position entails spending a minimum of six of every 10 days in the field, depending on weather and logistical considerations. Free housing will be provided in addition to a per diem of $39 for 84 days in the field, totaling $3,276 for the season. Successful applicants should be prepared to use a reliable personal vehicle for the season and will be reimbursed at the rate of $0.35/mile for project-related mileage. This position provides a unique opportunity to gain experience in coordinating and conducting field studies in a position of responsibility. Typically, individuals in these positions have the opportunity to step into paid MAPS field biologist positions during subsequent seasons. Interested applicants must complete and submit the MAPS Internship Application Form. In addition, please send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, resume, and current contact information for three references. The Application Form and further information about this opportunity can be found on our website, (URL: http://www.birdpop.org) or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX: 415-663-9482, PH: 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org). Position will be filled when a qualified candidate is found. EXPERIENCED BIRD BANDER needed for the Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship (MAPS) program. The Institute for Bird Populations (IBP) is seeking an experienced bird bander to operate constant effort mist-netting and banding stations at Yosemite National Park, California from 1 May to 8 Aug 2009. Join this continent-wide, long-term effort to monitor the vital rates that cause changes in North American landbird populations. We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual with some experience collecting data independently in the field and a solid background in mistnetting, bird banding, and ageing and sexing landbirds using plumage characteristics. We particularly encourage previous MAPS interns to apply. The successful applicant will be expected to learn the MAPS protocol during an intensive training session in Oregon beginning 1 May, will join a 4-person crew at Yosemite for the remainder of the season operating 6 MAPS stations, and will occasionally serve as lead bander when the MAPS biologist cannot be present. A free campsite will be provided in addition to a per diem of $33 for 84 days in the field, totaling $2,772 for the season. A personal vehicle is not strictly required, but is a plus; mileage will be reimbursed at $0.35/mile for project-related use. The position entails spending a minimum of 6 of every 10 days in the field, depending on weather and logistical considerations. This volunteer position could potentially lead to a paid MAPS field biologist position with IBP during subsequent seasons. Interested applicants should send via email (preferred) or U.S. mail a cover letter, resume, and current contact information for three references, as well as complete and submit the MAPS Internship Application Form. The Application Form and further information can be found on our website, (URL: http://www.birdpop.org) , or contact MARY CHAMBERS, The Institute for Bird Populations, PO Box 1346, Point Reyes Station, CA 94956. (FX: 415-663-9482, PH: 415-663-1436, EM: mchambers AT birdpop.org). Position will be filled when a qualified candidate is found.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 5, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:21:44 -0500

Sorry, the previous message was sent accidentally. Here's the real list. EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** FIELD ASSISTANT POSITION – Peruvian Amazon, Summer 2009, Species diversification and coexistence in antbirds: A field assistant is required to work with a PhD student on a project investigating the roles of rivers and habitat mosaics in driving population differentiation, by acting as barriers to gene flow, in populations of 3 species of antbird. Based at the Los Amigos research center, SE Peru, the position requires extensive mist-netting and bird ringing experience, and would suit someone with an interest in avian ecology and evolutionary biology, happy to live and work at a remote site in difficult field conditions. Day to day duties would include assisting in locating birds using playback, mist-netting individuals for ringing and bleeding, recording songs and subsequent individual identification. Therefore experience with identifying individuals based on color rings would be advantageous, as this is extremely challenging in the dense forest understory. The position would be for 2-4 months with dates to be finalized (Jun-Sep 2009). Field station costs will be covered but flights would be the responsibility of the assistant. Peruvian applications are encouraged, and a basic salary will be offered in these instances. For further information please contact (EM: Claire.salisbury AT zoo.ox.ac.uk) To apply please send a covering letter, CV, and contact details for 2 referees. Deadline 1 Mar 2009. FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed 11 May to 20 Jul (dates flexible) for grassland bird research at Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve, Kansas. Study will assess local productivity and site fidelity of grassland birds. Duties will include point count surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, mist netting, banding, vegetation sampling, and data entry. Preference will be given to applicants with previous field experience, good grassland bird identification skills by sight and sound, and mist netting and/or banding experience. Applicants must be enthusiastic, hard working, and willing to work very early mornings in hot, humid conditions. Ability to work with other field assistants and National Park Service staff is imperative. Salary is approximately $9.50/hr with housing and field vehicle provided; no benefits. A valid driver’s license is required. Interested candidates should send cover letter, résumé, and contact information (including email and current phone) for 3 references to SARAH REHME, 244 Hardin Hall, School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68583-0962 by 26 Mar. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. (PH: 303-709-7759; FX: 402-472-2722; EM: srehme AT neb.rr.com) FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed 18 May to 27 Jul (dates flexible) for grassland bird research at Homestead National Monument, Nebraska. Study will assess local productivity and site fidelity of grassland birds. Duties will include point count surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, mist netting, banding, vegetation sampling, and data entry. Preference will be given to applicants with previous field experience, good grassland bird identification skills by sight and sound, and mist netting and/or banding experience. Applicants must be enthusiastic, hard working, and willing to work very early mornings in hot, humid conditions. Ability to work with other field assistants and National Park Service staff is imperative. Salary is approximately $9.50/hr with housing and field vehicle provided; no benefits. A valid driver’s license is required. Interested candidates should send cover letter, résumé, and contact information (including email and current phone) for 3 references to SARAH REHME, 244 Hardin Hall, School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68583-0962 by 26 Mar. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. (PH: 303-709-7759; FX: 402-472-2722; EM: srehme AT neb.rr.com) FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) needed 26 May to 3 Aug (dates flexible) for grassland bird research at Pipestone National Monument, Minnesota. Study will assess local productivity and site fidelity of grassland birds. Duties will include point count surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, mist netting, banding, vegetation sampling, and data entry. Preference will be given to applicants with previous field experience, good grassland bird identification skills by sight and sound, and mist netting and/or banding experience. Applicants must be enthusiastic, hard working, and willing to work very early mornings in hot, humid conditions. Ability to work with other field assistants and National Park Service staff is imperative. Salary is approximately $9.50/hr with housing and field vehicle provided; no benefits. A valid driver’s license is required. Interested candidates should send cover letter, résumé, and contact information (including email and current phone) for 3 references to SARAH REHME, 244 Hardin Hall, School of Natural Resources, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68583-0962 by 26 Mar.. Applications will be reviewed until positions are filled. (PH: 303-709-7759; FX: 402-472-2722; EM: srehme AT neb.rr.com) TECHNICIANS – The Arkansas Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit is seeking 3 technicians to conduct King Rail and other marsh bird surveys in 10 midwestern states. Specific duties will include conducting morning and evening call-playback surveys and brief documentation of habitat characteristics. These positions will begin approximately 1 May and run through 15 Jul (may be flexible with start dates). This is a great opportunity to build avian monitoring and data management skills; meet other professionals on a federal, state, and local level; and travel much of the country working in various wetland habitats. Lodging and transportation will be provided throughout the field season. Candidates must be physically fit and able to withstand the rigors of working in wetland habitats (bugs, heat, humidity). This position requires the ability to follow standardized North American Marsh Bird Monitoring Protocols; identify secretive marsh birds by sight and call (training provided); work within a team and independently with minimal supervision; operate a GPS, and safely operate 4-wheel drive vehicles, ATV's, and canoes. Please send a resume, unofficial college transcripts, and contact information of 2 references to the email address provided. Salary is $1,400/month. Last date to apply is 15 Apr 2009. Contact: JASON BOLENBAUGH (EM: jbolenba AT uark.edu PH: 479-575-4427). SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED – Surveyor/Nest Monitor needed for endangered Southwestern Willow Flycatcher studies along the Gila River from below San Carlos Reservoir downstream to the Ashurst-Hayden Diversion Dam, Arizona. Field duties include conducting standardized early morning broadcast surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, resighting color-banded birds, and arthropod sampling. Position runs from early May to early-Aug 2009. Daily computer data entry is required. Housing (close to The Nature Conservancy's beautiful San Pedro River Preserve! located in Dudleyville, Arizona) and vehicles provided; camping required for some survey/monitoring locations. Applicants must be able to work closely with other biologists, have full hearing and color vision, have current eligibility to work in the U.S., and possess a valid driver's license. Positions require stooping/crawling through dense vegetation and tolerance of hot temperatures, high humidity, and biting insects.. Qualified applicants will have at least one field season of avian research. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in the identification of southwestern U.S. riparian birds and experience using kayaks in swift water. Compensation: $16-$18/hr with a rotating schedule of 10 days on (80 hours) and 4 days off. $39 daily per-diem when away from assigned duty station in Dudleyville. To apply, submit resume, cover letter, college transcripts, and contacts for 3 professional references to TOM KORONKIEWICZ (EM: tkoronkiewicz AT swca.com), SWCA Environmental Consultants, 114 N. San Francisco Street, Suite 100, Flagstaff, AZ 86001; (PH: 928-774-5500; 1-800-224-4234; FAX: 928-779-2709). SWCA is an equal opportunity employer. Position will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. PRIBILOF ISLAND FIELD ASSISTANTS (2): needed approximately 1 Jul through 25 Aug 2009. For seabird research on St. Paul or St. George in Pribilof Islands, Alaska. Duties include capture, blood sampling, diet sampling, and logger deployment. Field experience with birds is preferred but not necessary as training will be provided in the field. Some climbing experience is preferred for safety on bird cliffs, but position does not include actual rock climbing. Work will include long hours but will be rewarded by experiencing the Pribilofs, which have some of the largest and most diverse colonies of seabirds and northern fur seals in the world. Accommodations will include sharing a house with other field personnel. This project is carried out by the University of Alaska Fairbanks as part of the larger BSIERP program funded by the North Pacific Research Board (see NPRB’s website for information and photographs). Position is volunteer, but airfare from US to Pribilofs, room, and board are included. To apply email resume and letter of interest to INE DORRESTEIJN (EM: fyid AT uaf.edu) or REBECCA YOUNG (ftrcy at uaf.edu). Application deadline: 15 Mar 2009. Positions will be filled by 15 Apr 2009. WATERBIRD RESEARCH ASSISTANT, Brighton, Ontario, Canada - We are seeking a reliable and motivated individual to assist in research on terns and gulls at a breeding colony in Lake Ontario from the mid-May 2009 to late-Jul 2009 (exact dates are flexible). Housing will be provided and we offer a small allowance to cover food expenses. Responsibilities will include: (i) assisting in monitoring of breeding common terns, Caspian terns and ring-billed gulls, including nest searches, egg and chick measurements, banding and recapture; (ii) behavioral observations of adults and chicks of all three species; (iii) activities to support specific research projects (iv) logistics involved in daily visits to breeding islands which could include lifting up to 50 lbs. Candidates who have demonstrated reliability and responsibility in regards to field-based studies are encouraged to apply. Prior research experience with terns or gulls is desirable but not essential. Candidates should be able to swim and be in generally good physical condition. The ideal candidate would be proficient at operating small motorcraft under a variety of conditions. This position is part of a small field-team undertaking ecological studies on waterbirds for faculty and undergraduate research initiatives. The successful candidate will gain important field and team skills and may contribute to novel research published in international journals. We foresee this position as being ideal for graduates/undergraduates in biology or ecology with some experience in field ecology and the desire to contribute to important research, perhaps to improve their resume for career/academic advancement. To apply, please email a cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for 2-3 references to DR. JENNIFER ARNOLD (EM: jma25 AT psu.edu). Review of applications will begin 1 Mar 2009. SANDHILL CRANE PROJECT INTERNSHIP - International Crane Foundation Description: The Field Ecology Department of the International Crane Foundation is currently involved in a long-term study of the population and behavioral ecology of Greater Sandhill Cranes approx. 10 mi east of Wisconsin Dells, WI, an area of high density breeding and non-breeding cranes. Interns will assist in studying the foraging ecology, spatial movements, and social behavior of these cranes. An emphasis is placed on the relationship between cranes and agriculture fields to study the practical issue of crop depredation. Interns will participate in crane population surveys, radio telemetry by air and ground, behavior observations, and capturing and color banding sandhill cranes. Other responsibilities include data entry (Microsoft access database), developing and presenting an independent project, and assisting with prairie management work on site. Opportunities may also be available for volunteering for the environmental education and aviculture departments. Duration and Salary: 1 Mar – 30 Nov 2009, $550/month; housing is provided at our International Guest House. Qualifications: B.S. or B.A. in biology or related field. Previous fieldwork experience preferred but not required. Tolerance is needed for long field days, mostly spent in vehicles. Individuals seeking graduate training are encouraged to apply. A valid driver’s license (USA or International) is required. English written and oral communication skills are necessary. Candidates must provide proof of their ability to work in the United States. To Apply: Email (preferred) cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: ANDREW GOSSENS (EM: andrewg AT savingcranes.org); or mail to Andrew Gossens, Field Ecology Department, International Crane Foundation, P.O. Box 447, Baraboo, WI 53913-0447. (FX: 608-356-9465). INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR BIRD MONITORING in Costa Rica -- We have openings for Volunteer Bird Banding Interns at a bird monitoring station in the coastal Caribbean town of Tortuguero, Costa Rica. Positions are available throughout the year with the minimum length of stay around 2 months. Participants are expected to have experience in identifying birds, and they usually have removed from mist nets and processed at least 200 landbirds. The Primary Bander will have extensive experience operating a capture station and can be awarded up to half their airfare to and from San José, Costa Rica. Latin American Volunteers are especially encouraged and may be eligible for other reimbursements. All volunteers receive their room and board while they are staying at the well-appointed station of the Caribbean Conservation Corporation, Estacion Biologica, in Tortuguero (URL: http://cccturtle.org/ccc-costarica.htm). We and our collaborators in Costa Rica have been operating five monitoring stations near the village for over a decade. We operate mist nets for resident and migrant species and conduct migration censuses of the millions of diurnal migrants moving along the coast. For more information see (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/tortuguero/) Positions will be open until filled. Please send (emailed text documents preferred) a resume and a cover letter that includes your bird banding experience, ability with Spanish/English, dates available, three references and any questions to PABLO A. HERRERA, (EM: paherrera AT fs.fed.us), and Dr. C. JOHN RALPH, (EM: cjr2 AT humboldt.edu, PH: 707 825-2994, FX: 707 825-2901), U.S. Forest Service, Redwood Sciences Laboratory, 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, California 95521. RAPTOR MIGRATION STUDY INTERNS (4) needed for summer and fall 2009 (29 Jun 2009 through 31 Dec 2009, ending date flexible) to help coordinate volunteer raptor migration studies at the Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, near San Francisco, CA. Four intern positions are available for the 2009 season for enthusiastic recent graduates or seniors in biological science or related field. Experience in banding, handling, identifying, and radio-tracking raptors is preferred but not required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Computer skills are helpful. Creative energy for dealing with fog is a plus. Field duties include: identifying and counting raptors; trapping and banding raptors; tending captive lure bird colony; and tracking radio-tagged hawks. Field days are long and can be strenuous; applicants should be in good physical condition. Office duties include data entry, response to public inquiries, and interaction with volunteers. Some teaching is required. Housing is provided within walking distance of the office in a dormitory setting (single rooms, shared bath and kitchen). A vehicle is strongly recommended for access to shopping and off-duty activities. A stipend of $125.00 per week is included. For further information, visit (URL: http://www.ggro.org) or call the office. Send resume (with phone numbers of three references and your current address and phone number) to BUZZ HULL, Research Director, Golden Gate Raptor Observatory, Building 1064, Fort Cronkhite, Sausalito, CA 94965 (PH: 415-331-0730 FX: 415-331-7521, EM: bhull AT parksconservancy.org) AVIAN FIELD ASSISTANTS (2) for forest songbird project in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are needed approximately from 1 May – 15 Jul 2009. The objective of the project is to assess the impact of loss of Eastern Hemlock on the avifauna in the southern Appalachian Mountains. Field crew will work in the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Technicians will conduct territory mapping and foraging observations for Dark-eyed Junco (Junco hyemalis), Blue-headed Vireo (Vireo solitarius), and Black-throated Blue Warbler (Dendroica cerulescens). They will also do spot mapping censuses of all breeding birds in the study area; measure vegetation characteristics; enter data; and perform other field activities. An ability to identify most eastern forest songbirds by sight and sound is required or at least previous ornithology knowledge is preferred. Applicants must be physically fit and capable of working long hours in a mountainous setting, be independent, work well in teams, and be dedicated and enthusiastic while working. Pay is $1000 to $1500 per month depending on experience; housing with 2 other technicians will be provided. Please send a cover letter highlighting your related field experience, a resume, your earliest starting date, and contact information of three references to: ANGELES RAYMUNDO at the University of Tennessee (EM: araymund AT utk.edu). SEASONAL FIELD TECHNICIANS – Lesser Prairie-Chicken-Seasonal field technician (2) needed for summer 2009. This project focuses on monitoring the survival and reproductive ecology of the Lesser Prairie Chicken. Work will be conducted on privately-owned land in west Texas. Technician will be expected to work very early morning hours and very long working days. Technician must be able to follow instruction but work independently, work well with private land-owners, and be positive and enthusiastic about field research; a sense of humor is a plus. Responsibilities include capturing, banding, and conducting radio telemetry on adult Lesser Prairie Chickens, and conducting vegetation sampling on nesting sites. Additionally, technician will be responsible for conducting early morning flush counts as well as brood vegetation surveys. When possible, technicians will also be given the opportunity to participate in other research projects around the study area (i.e. point count surveys, audibility trials, raptor banding). Applicants must be enrolled in (or graduated from) an accredited college or university pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Wildlife Science, Biological or Ecological Sciences, or closely-related major. Interest in prairie grouse conservation, game bird ecology, or prairie ecology is desirable. Ideal candidates will have banding and radio telemetry experience, including null-peak receiving systems, vegetation sampling, GPS receiver operation, and GIS software. Applicants must be able to tolerate hot, arid conditions as well as walk extremely long distances in sandy terrain. Experience with ATV’s and four wheel drive vehicles are desirable. Field-work transportation and housing are provided. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Please write “Field Technician” in the subject line of your email and include your last name in the file attachment. Submit cover letter, resume, and contacts for 3 references (preferably by email) to: BLAKE GRISHAM (EM: Blake.Grisham AT ttu.edu) TEMPORARY FIELD TECHNICIAN: Employer: University Of Minnesota Dates of employment: Approximately 30 Mar – 23 May 2009 Location: Pine County, Minnesota duties: Conduct Singing-ground Surveys (SGS) for American Woodcock (Scolopax minor). Assist with experiments to determine the effective distance surveyed at an SGS point. Capture and radio-tracking of woodcock. This is a wonderful opportunity to study a little-known game bird in a beautiful part of Minnesota. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, natural resources, biology or related field. Hearing ability within normal range (hearing will be assessed upon hire). Positive attitude, good work ethic and ability to collect high quality data. Previous field experience preferred; especially telemetry and/or mist netting experience. Must have a valid driver’s license. To apply please send a brief cover letter and resume with 3 references to the e-mail listed. SALARY: $10/hr + free housing. TO APPLY: Send brief cover letter and resume with 3 references by e-mail to contact below. Last Date to Apply: 20 Feb 2009 CONTACT: STEFANIE BERGH, Minnesota Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit (EM: bergh072 AT umn.edu, PH: 406-581-4718). RADIO TELEMETRY ASSISTANTS - The Wildlife Conservation Society seeks field assistants this spring for an ongoing study of migratory bird stopover ecology in urban/suburban habitats of the New York metropolitan area (see http://www.wcs.org/birdmonitoring for general description). This spring, the project will use radio telemetry to examine the movement patterns, home range sizes, and stopover durations of Ovenbirds in Prospect Park (Brooklyn, NYC) and the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation (Cross River, Westchester County). Primary duties of field assistants will include: mist-netting and banding Ovenbirds, mounting radio tags, and locating tagged birds every hour by bi- or triangulation. Locations will need to be recorded using a hand-held GPS unit. Mist-netting will occur for two hours after sunrise each day. All tagged birds present at the site will be located every hour between sunrise and noon and then again from 4pm-twilight (approx. 8pm). Crews will cover one shift per day (i.e., morning or evening). Work will be done 7 days per week over a span of approximately 2 to 3 weeks. Ovenbird passage through the NYC area is primarily concentrated within the first 2 weeks of May. Therefore, the starting date of the project will be around 1 May and continue for approximately 2 or 3 weeks until the last radio-tagged birds have departed. Qualifications: B.S. (completed or working towards) in a biological science, experience mist-netting passerines, familiarity with eastern birds, ability to work odd hours, ability to work well with a partner, good attention to detail, and a good sense of direction. Previous experience radio-tracking wildlife and using GPS is preferred. Compensation: $450/week. Housing cannot be provided. Camping is allowed at the Ward Pound Ridge study site. Field assistants must have their own means of transportation to their study site each day. To apply, please email a brief cover letter that outlines your experience working with birds, especially mist-netting and/or radio-telemetry, a resume/CV, and the names and contact info of two references to CHAD SEEWAGEN, Department of Ornithology, Wildlife Conservation Society, email: cseewagen AT wcs.org. Please email attachments as a Word or PDF document. Also please indicate if you could only work at a particular site. Do not apply if you are not available for the entire period from 28 Apr – 21 May 2009. FREELANCE ORNITHOLOGIST FOR CONSULTATION – Mission Viejo, CA. Bird-B-Gone Inc, the nations leading manufacturer of humane bird deterrents is looking to hire an ornithologist on as a consultant and writer. Bird-B-Gone, Inc. is dedicated to helping people solve pest bird problems, and is looking for the insight of an ornithologist to continue and offer the most effective products available. As a consultant, the ideal candidate would work with our Research and Development department to help design new products. Applicants should also be very comfortable with writing, as we will need contributions for newsletters, ads, and various marketing efforts. Bird-B-Gone, Inc. is located in Southern California; however we could work with someone out of the office on a part time basis. If you are interested in helping Bird-B-Gone as a consultant, please contact FRAN PRISCO (PH: 1-800-392-6915, EM: fran AT birdbgone.com). Requirements: Degree in Ornithology, at least 10 years field experience, comprehensive writing skills. FIELD TECHNICIANS (3) needed from May 15 through 31 Jul to assist with forest bird breeding surveys in the 11 National Parks of the National Capital Region (DC, MD, VA). Duties will primarily include point count surveys, although vegetation analysis, territory mapping, and data entry may also be required. Successful applicants must be experienced at identifying eastern birds by sight and sound, have experience in the field, and be enthusiastic about early mornings and long days. Preference will be given to candidates that are experienced at performing point counts and using GPS, although training will be provided. Candidates must also be physically fit, be comfortable working independently, and be able to tolerate adverse weather conditions. These positions are exciting opportunities to hone eastern bird ID skills and enhance avian field techniques in preparation for graduate school. The National Parks in this region span a range of habitats and a diverse array of birds – from remote Appalachian areas to urban Washington DC. Shared housing will be provided in the DC area, and the salary will be $400/wk. Please send a letter of interest and resume along with names and contact information for three references to SARAH GOODWIN, Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, 250 Townsend Hall, Newark, DE 19716. Questions and applications can be sent by e-mail (preferred) to (EM: goodwins AT udel.edu). Applications will be considered as they are received. HAWK COUNTER: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory is seeking a hawk counter for the spring 2009 season. Position lasts 15 Mar-7 Jun 2009. Applicants should be adept at identifying eastern birds of prey at a distance. Early season conditions may include heavy snow cover and cold temperature, applicants should be prepared to deal with these conditions. This is a prime site for many northern species of owls, winter finches, eastern warblers, and Rough-legged Hawk. Fellow staff will also be conducting a waterbird count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include daily 8 hour hawk count, data entry, web updates, and writing a seasonal report. Salary is $800-1,000 a month. Contact NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com) WATERBIRD COUNTER: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory is seeking a waterbird counter for the spring 2009 season. The position lasts 15 Apr-7 Jun 2009. Applicants should be adept at identifying waterbirds at a distance. Applicants should be prepared to deal with the strong winds, rain, and possibly snow. The waterbird count observation point also allows for viewing many of the songbirds and hawks that migrate through Whitefish Point. This is a prime migration site for many northern species of owls, hawks, winter finches, and eastern warblers. Fellow staff will also be conducting a hawk count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include daily 8 hour waterbird count, data entry, web updates, and writing a seasonal report. Salary is $800-1,000 a month. Contact NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com) FIELD ASSISTANTS – We are seeking three highly-motivated ornithologists to participate in a large-scale experimental study investigating response of avian communities to woodland invasions in sagebrush ecosystems. Intensive study sites are located in Utah, Nevada, and Oregon with additional survey sites spanning the Great Basin. Focal species include gray flycatcher, dusky flycatcher, sage thrasher, sage sparrow, vesper sparrow, Brewer’s sparrow, black-throated sparrow, and green-tailed towhee. Sampling protocol consists of point counts, territory mapping, behavioral observation, nest searching and monitoring, target-netting and color-banding. Vegetation sampling will follow bird monitoring efforts at surveyed nest and point count locations. Preference will be given to energetic and detail-oriented candidates who enjoy camping and working at remote and scenic survey sites. Experience creating and manipulating Microsoft Excel documents and experience using GIS for navigation and territory delineation purposes is highly desirable. The positions are full-time, temporary employment, at the following locations: 1) 60 miles south of Salt Lake City, Utah, 2) 60 miles southwest of Elko, Nevada, and 3) 60 miles southeast of Burns, OR. Due to varying weather conditions and phenology at these sites, start and end dates will be staggered. Crews at the Utah site will start on 30 Mar; at the Nevada site, on 14 Apr; and at the Oregon site, on 4 May. All positions will extend to 30 Aug, with possible extension to mid-Sep based on crew availability and site phenology. These positions will be filled at either the GG-6 level ($15.88/hour plus $18 field per diem) or the GG-5 level ($14.74/hour plus $18 field per diem) dependent on applicant experience and education. To qualify for the GG-5 position, applicants need either: 1) three years of college with courses related to the work of the position to be filled (equivalent to 90 semester/135 quarter hrs) plus 3 months of field work experience, or 2) 9 months of field survey experience. In addition, all GG-5 applicants must have at least 1 month of songbird monitoring experience. To qualify for the GG-6 position, applicants need either: 1) 4 years of college with courses related to the work of the position to be filled, or 2) 1 year and 9 months of field experience. In addition, all GG-6 applicants must have at least 3 months of songbird monitoring experience. For inquiries related to the positions, please contact JANE VAN GUNST (PH: 208 426-5212, EM: kvangunst AT usgs.gov). To apply, please send: 1) cover letter indicating desired field location and field season availability, 2) resume including professional experience (** PLEASE ** indicate starting and ending dates with hours per week worked for each position), 3) three references, and 4) copies of academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Applications can be sent via mail or email to MICHELLE SCHATZ, USGS Forest & Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, 777 NW 9th Street, Suite 400, Corvallis, Oregon 97330-6169 (PH: 541-750-1040, EM: michelle_schatz AT usgs.gov). Applications must be received by 20 Feb 2009. SEASONAL BIOLOGISTS (3) – Maine Audubon, Maine’s largest wildlife conservation organization, seeks three biologists to monitor and manage endangered least terns and piping plovers in Southern Maine full-time from approximately 13 Apr to 28 Aug. Biologists find nests, erect fencing, track nest success and fledglings, monitor predation, coordinate volunteers, and negotiate with landowners, town officials, and the public. Position requires experience working with birds, excellent observation skills, diplomatic and effective communication skills, extensive walking on soft substrates (sand beaches), heavy lifting and carrying of equipment (50 pounds or more), ability and willingness to work outdoors on beaches in all weather conditions, and a clean driving record. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Some weekend work required. Stipend range is $460-$500/week depending on experience. EOE. Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to: Seasonal Biologist Search Committee, Maine Audubon, 20 Gilsland Farm Rd., Falmouth, ME 04105 or e-mail (EM: bwilson AT maineaudubon.org). Applications reviewed starting 23 Feb 2009. Search done when positions filled. GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER PROJECT FIELD ASSISTANTS AND CREW LEADER- ~1 May – 15 Jul 2009. We are seeking three highly motivated field assistants and a crew leader to work on our Golden-winged Warbler project in the beautiful Cumberland Mountains of eastern Tennessee. Join the field portion of our team as we collect the demographic data required to develop conservation strategies for this imperiled species. Qualifications include knowledge of eastern birds by sight and song, relevant coursework (ornithology or equivalent), ability to work independently, and ability to get along with others! Individuals will need to be in good physical condition, capable of strenuous hikes across mountainous terrain. Experience with nest searching, mist-netting and banding, resighting color-marked birds and habitat assessment is desirable. Deadline for applications is 15 Mar 2009. Email letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, 274 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4563, (EM: dbuehler AT utk.edu, PH: 865-974-7126). Project pays $1300-1500/mo for assistants, based on experience. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN is needed to assist natural resources program at California State Parks, Tehachapi District. Schedule and assignments may be compatible with graduate student research. Intern will work primarily in 3 parks in the southern San Joaquin Valley and western Mojave Desert. Duties include wildlife surveys 30%, habitat restoration 30%, mapping and data management 30%. Tasks include Installing and monitoring burrowing owl nest boxes, Mohave ground squirrel trapping, bird nest monitoring, monitoring a small captive herd of tule elk, habitat restoration in desert scrub and valley saltbush habitats, installing fencing, exotic plant control. Work will be in all weather and difficult field conditions (hot, dry summers, cold, dry winters, wind) and will usually include physical labor, such as lifting, carrying, and digging; use of hand tools (shovel, posthole digger) and power tools (power auger, saw, drill), hiking. The ESI will be required to operate a state vehicle. Two or more hours of driving per day is common for travel between parks. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (call for details). Required Skills And Knowledge: general knowledge of plants and wildlife; ability and willingness to learn plant identification, wildlife identification and behavior; ability to work independently. Wage: $11.62 to $13.77 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. State Housing may be available. Tentative start work date is late March. To Apply: Submit a Standard CA State Application (STD-678) for employment (in addition, a brief resume is optional). Applications are available online at http://www.spb.ca.gov, or at: CA State Parks, Tehachapi District Office, 43779 15th Street West, Lancaster, CA (661) 942-0662. Return applications by mail to CARRIE BEMIS, Environmental Scientist, CA State Parks, P.O. Box 502, Ridgecrest, CA 93556. Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than 15 Mar 2009. Information about Tehachapi parks is available at http://www.parks.ca.gov. Select Red Rock Canyon State Park, Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park, and Tule Elk State Reserve. For information, contact CARRIE BEMIS (EM: cbemi AT parks.ca.gov PH: 661-816-8650 or 661-802-1928).
Subject: Bird Jobs --
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 05 Feb 2009 22:16:33 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** GOLDEN-WINGED WARBLER PROJECT FIELD ASSISTANTS AND CREW LEADER- ~1 May – 15 Jul 2009. We are seeking three highly motivated field assistants and a crew leader to work on our Golden-winged Warbler project in the beautiful Cumberland Mountains of eastern Tennessee. Join the field portion of our team as we collect the demographic data required to develop conservation strategies for this imperiled species. Qualifications include knowledge of eastern birds by sight and song, relevant coursework (ornithology or equivalent), ability to work independently, and ability to get along with others! Individuals will need to be in good physical condition, capable of strenuous hikes across mountainous terrain. Experience with nest searching, mist-netting and banding, resighting color-marked birds and habitat assessment is desirable. Deadline for applications is 15 Mar 2009. Email letter of interest, resume, transcripts, and names and contact information for 3 references to DR. DAVID BUEHLER, Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Tennessee, 274 Ellington Plant Sciences Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4563, (EM: dbuehler AT utk.edu, PH: 865-974-7126). Project pays $1300-1500/mo for assistants, based on experience. ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES INTERN is needed to assist natural resources program at California State Parks, Tehachapi District. Schedule and assignments may be compatible with graduate student research. Intern will work primarily in 3 parks in the southern San Joaquin Valley and western Mojave Desert. Duties include wildlife surveys 30%, habitat restoration 30%, mapping and data management 30%. Tasks include Installing and monitoring burrowing owl nest boxes, Mohave ground squirrel trapping, bird nest monitoring, monitoring a small captive herd of tule elk, habitat restoration in desert scrub and valley saltbush habitats, installing fencing, exotic plant control. Work will be in all weather and difficult field conditions (hot, dry summers, cold, dry winters, wind) and will usually include physical labor, such as lifting, carrying, and digging; use of hand tools (shovel, posthole digger) and power tools (power auger, saw, drill), hiking. The ESI will be required to operate a state vehicle. Two or more hours of driving per day is common for travel between parks. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (call for details). Required Skills And Knowledge: general knowledge of plants and wildlife; ability and willingness to learn plant identification, wildlife identification and behavior; ability to work independently. Wage: $11.62 to $13.77 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. State Housing may be available. Tentative start work date is late March. To Apply: Submit a Standard CA State Application (STD-678) for employment (in addition, a brief resume is optional). Applications are available online at http://www.spb.ca.gov, or at: CA State Parks, Tehachapi District Office, 43779 15th Street West, Lancaster, CA (661) 942-0662. Return applications by mail to CARRIE BEMIS, Environmental Scientist, CA State Parks, P.O. Box 502, Ridgecrest, CA 93556. Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than 15 Mar 2009. Information about Tehachapi parks is available at http://www.parks.ca.gov. Select Red Rock Canyon State Park, Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park, and Tule Elk State Reserve. For information, contact CARRIE BEMIS (EM: cbemi AT parks.ca.gov PH: 661-816-8650 or 661-802-1928).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 2, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Mon, 02 Feb 2009 23:56:45 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** TOUR GUIDE/INTERPRETIVE NATURALIST – Supervisor: Tour Director. Location: St. Paul Island, in Alaska’s Pribilof’s. Duration: Approximately 8 May – 19 Oct 2009. Summary of position: The tour guides are responsible for visitor management, public relations, and interpretive services for the visiting public. Tour guides are responsible for conducting guided tours of St. Paul Island and the management and escorting of the tour groups. Heavy emphasis is on public relations and interpretive services covering the ecology and history of the island. Interpretive themes of this tour center on marine mammals, seabirds, birding and Aleut history. The tour guides are supervised by the Tour Director and with daily contact with the Hotel Manager. Under the Tour Director’s guidance TG/IN’s make decisions concerning the daily scheduling of tour buses and guides based upon specific visitor requests and expectations. Applicants must be willing to work in adverse weather conditions. Normal conditions are overcast with drizzle, rain or fog. The average high temperature for the summer is only 47 F and the average wind speed is about 15 mph. Duties: 1. Communicate and interpret to the visitor in pleasing and informative manner information on the wildlife, natural history and cultural history of St. Paul Island. Must provide exemplary customer service on a daily basis. 2. Meet and greet the visitors upon their arrival to the island and give an orientation tour to make the visitor feel welcome and calm regarding any uncertainty about the schedule or organization of the tour. 3. Work cooperatively with the Tour Director, other tour guides, the Hotel Manager and other TDX Corporation staff to give the best possible tour for the visitor. Guides are often an informal liaison between tourists, the tour program and local folks. When necessary they should be willing to assist in the hotel front desk or gift shop. 4. Educate the visitors on the delicate balance of the Bering Sea ecosystem, the fragile nature of the tundra, and the rich culture of the Aleut people, in a manner that is non-political and responsible. 5. Conduct both driving and walking tours of the island, especially to seal and sea bird rookeries. Many times such tours will occur during inclement weather. 6. Lead tours to search for vagrant and accidental species of birds both for organized birding groups and independent birdwatchers of varying interest, expectations and abilities. 7. Lead tours for groups of cruise ship passengers, Elderhostel participants, VIP’s and other special trips. Occasionally teaching classroom sessions and presenting slide shows etc. may be required. 8. Tour guides are required to extensively read and research the major themes and topics of this tour. They should be prepared to spend at least some free time birding, botanizing and “naturalizing” in the field. 9. Assist Tour Director with various special projects and clerical duties designed to improve tour programs, as well as with all aspects related to visitor services. Additional duties are to include the cleaning of tour vehicles and buildings, picking up garbage, and lifting up to 50lbs. Other duties as assigned. 10. Tour guides are to drive a 22-passenger bus and be responsible for fueling and cleaning the bus, including regular upkeep of portable style “heads”. Occasionally light equipment maintenance of these buses will be required. Defensive driving and safe operation of vehicles is required. Job requirements: **Two years college education in natural science or the equivalent in work experience, familiarity with Pribilof flora, fauna and history and/or a demonstrated ability to quickly learn and be comfortable explaining these subjects to groups of up to 40 people desired.** Preference will be given to persons with strong birding skills and experience, knowledge of marine ecosystems, and those who can speak and/or write European languages. **Ability to identify difficult groups of birds, including those in immature and juvenile plumage such as: gulls, shorebirds and Asiatic vagrants. Ability to scan bodies of water, shorelines and tundra and identify bird species in cryptic plumage. **Strong communication, interpretive and people skills and willingness to work intensively with a diversity of people under difficult conditions are essential. Guides must have strong people skills. **The ability to work independently with a minimum supervision. The ability to live and work cooperatively and cheerfully with others from many different backgrounds with different abilities. **Valid driver’s license required with a good driving record. Must be 21 years of age or older. **Willingness to work sometimes six days a week and long hours required, especially at the peak of tour season. The ability to work and function and maintain a sense of humor in weather conditions of fog, rains and wind. Guides should be in good physical condition. **Must supply your own binoculars and rain gear. **Native and Alaskan preference. Living arrangements: TDX Corporation will provide housing, meals, and transportation to and from St. Paul. Housing is dormitory style and will be shared with other tour guides. Contact: Send TDX Application, resume, cover letter, and personal, work and birding references to: JULIANA “BEA” ZACHAROF-WAGNER (EM: bzacharof AT stpaultour.com), St. Paul Island Tour/Tanadgusix Corporation, PO Box 88, St. Paul Island, AK 99660. Deadline: 9 Mar 2009. WILDLIFE BIOLOGIST POSITION – ICF International has joined forces with Jones & Stokes, one of the premier multidisciplinary environmental consulting firms in the western United States. For nearly 40 years, Jones & Stokes has supported a broad mix of federal, state, and local government and private-sector clients on infrastructure improvement projects, restoration and planning projects, and compliance with mandated government programs. ICF Jones & Stokes provides an array of integrated services in environmental planning and natural resource management, especially in the transportation, water, energy, and natural resources sectors. ICF Jones & Stokes’ Web site is (URL: http://www.jonesandstokes.com). The Wildlife Biologist position is an on-call position based out of our Portland, OR office covering areas throughout western Oregon. In this role, you will work independently, implementing and personally conducting biological ground surveys for northern spotted owls and marbled murrelets. This is predominantly a field position with surveys taking place in heavily forested areas. Applicants must be mentally and physically prepared to work long hours driving unimproved roads and at times hiking over 10 miles a day through rough terrain carrying a backpack with +/- 10 lbs of gear. Competency navigating heavily forested remote areas via map and compass a must. Applicant must be able to make sound, well thought out decisions while working alone in the dark and adhere to a safety protocol. The peak field season (end of May through Aug) may require over 40 hours per week, including early mornings, nights, some weekends, and will require travel throughout western Oregon for periods as long as one week. Work is often in potentially unfavorable weather conditions. A Bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology or a closely related field and at least 1 year of field experience is required. Also required is an overall dedication to excellence, integrity, and sense of pride in your work; a demonstrated ability to work independently and in small groups; solid field navigation skills; ability to follow specific species survey protocols; ability to pass the USFWS marbled murrelet surveyor certification program; ability to read color bands on birds through binoculars; and ability to hear within the average human range. A medical hearing evaluation will be conducted as a requirement of the USFWS surveyor certification. Experience with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, Pacific Northwest and avian ecology and taxonomy, ESA compliance, and prior owl and murrelet survey experience are preferred. A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate four-wheel drive vehicles are required.. ICF offers an excellent benefits package, an award winning talent development program, and fosters a highly skilled, energized and empowered workforce. To apply for this opportunity, please visit our new Global Career Center: (URL: https://jobs.icfi.com/viewjob.html?erjob=27023&eresc=OSNA), where you can indicate your interest in this position or others, or refer your friends to opportunities with ICF International. ICF International is an equal opportunity employer. BACHMAN’S SPARROW FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) needed to work in Fort Campbell, TN from 1 May to mid-Jul. The Bachman’s Sparrow is a very secretive sparrow which has declined across its range due to habitat loss from fire suppression. We will be studying them in the big barrens oak savannahs at Fort Campbell. Work will include nest searching, target banding, radio telemetry, and some vegetation work. Technician must be flexible concerning scheduling due to accessibility issues on the Fort; we will be working in live fire areas so we will work whenever we are allowed in. Must be physically fit and able to work long days in the field while keeping a positive attitude. Must be able to re-sight color banded birds, use a GPS, and get up well before dawn. Some nest searching experience is a must, and experience banding birds and identifying warm season grassland plants are helpful but not required. A successful applicant will also have taken an Ornithology class. This position provides housing and pays $1200-1500/month based on experience. Send cover letter, resume, contact information for 3 references, and any questions to EMILY HOCKMAN (EM: ehockman AT utk.edu) by 21 Feb 2009. COLONIAL SEABIRD FIELD ASSISTANT needed approximately Mar-Apr 2009 (exact dates flexible) to study terns and Black Skimmers on barrier islands along the Gulf coast of Louisiana. A beautiful place to be in the summer! The project will involve behavioral observations, nest monitoring, and predator transect surveys. We will be working on islands that currently host large mixed-species breeding colonies of seabirds, as well as on islands where we will attempt to establish new colonies with the aid of decoys and sound recordings. Qualifications: Ability to spend long hours in the field under varying conditions, willingness to cross open water in a small boat, patience, and ability to live amicably in remote, rustic field housing with 3 other researchers required. Prior field work preferred; boat handling experience a major plus. Pay rate will be $1280/month and field housing will be provided. Please send questions and applications, including letter of interest, resume, and names, phone numbers, and emails of 3 references to: CECILIA LEUMAS (EM: cleuma1 AT lsu.edu). Applications accepted until position is filled. SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED – Surveyors, Nest Monitors, and Banders needed for endangered southwestern willow flycatcher studies along the Lower Colorado and Virgin Rivers from above Lake Mead south to Mexico. SURVEYORS: Field duties will primarily involve conducting standardized early morning broadcast surveys. Vegetation and microclimate sampling also required. Positions run from early May to early Aug 2009. NEST MONITORS: Field duties will include conducting standardized early morning broadcast surveys, nest searching, nest monitoring, resighting color-banded birds, and vegetation and microclimate sampling. Positions run from early May to mid-Aug 2009. BANDERS: Field duties will involve using targeted mist net techniques to capture, color-band, and collect blood samples from southwestern willow flycatchers. Additional field duties include all tasks listed for Nest Monitors. Positions run from early May to mid-Aug 2009. All positions: Daily computer data entry is required. Housing and vehicles provided; camping required in some locations. Mileage reimbursement is provided for work related use of personal vehicles. Applicants must be able to work closely with other biologists, have full hearing and color vision, have current eligibility to work in the U.S., and possess a valid driver’s license. Positions require stooping/crawling through dense vegetation and tolerance of hot temperatures, high humidity, and biting insects. Qualified applicants will have at least one field season of avian research. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in the identification of southwestern U.S. riparian birds and experience using motorboats and ATVs. Qualified banders will have extensive experience mist netting and banding passerine birds. Prior experience banding endangered species preferred. Compensation: $16–$20/hr with a rotating schedule of 10 days on (80 hours) and 4 days off. $39 daily per-diem when away from assigned duty station. To apply, submit resume, cover letter, unofficial college transcripts, and contacts for 3 professional references to MARY ANNE MCLEOD (EM: mmcleod AT swca.com), SWCA Environmental Consultants, 114 N. San Francisco Street, Suite 100, Flagstaff, AZ 86001; (PH: 928-774-5500; 1-800-224-4234; FX: 928-779-2709). SWCA is an equal opportunity employer. Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified. AMERICAN OYSTERCATCHER RECOVERY CAMPAIGN COORDINATOR: The Recovery Campaign Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the efforts of diverse partner organizations along the Atlantic Coast to achieve the goals of the American Oystercatcher Business Plan. The Campaign Coordinator builds support for the Plan's conservation goals through partnerships, helps develop collaborative management, monitoring, and research projects, advises on the science and management of American Oystercatchers, and supports fundraising efforts related to Plan goals. The Campaign Coordinator works closely with, and in support of, the American Oystercatcher Working Group. The Campaign Coordinator is responsible for implementing Manomet’s participation in the American Oystercatcher Business Plan, supporting the organizations participating in the American Oystercatcher Working Group, and ensuring that the goals of the Plan are met. To accomplish these tasks the Campaign Coordinator works in regular contact with policy makers, agency and university scientists, and other partners. The Campaign Coordinator works semi-independently on a variety of conservation, management, and science tasks as developed collaboratively with Manomet’s Director of Shorebird Science and the American Oystercatcher Working Group. The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in a relevant field of biology or conservation, or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience. The position requires a detailed understanding the life history requirements of American Oystercatchers, as well as the ecological characteristics of the habitats used by the species, and the analytical skills to support collaborative demographic analyses and development of coordinated monitoring efforts. In addition, the position will require experience working with the wide range of organizations involved in American Oystercatcher management and conservation, and skills in consensus-building for complex projects and groups of stakeholders. Periodic travel will be required in pursuit of the Recovery Campaign’s goals. The position location is flexible but will require regular meetings at Manomet Center for Conservation Sciences in Manomet, MA. The position includes full benefits, and salary is commensurate with experience. The position is currently funded for a period of one year, with continuation expected but dependent on funding. To apply, send a letter of interest outlining how your skills and experience fit the requirements above and your interests in conservation of American Oystercatchers, a CV, and names and contact information for three references, to (EM: jobs AT manomet.org), with “American Oystercatcher Coordinator” in the subject line. Review of applications will begin on 17 Feb 2009. WILDLIFE FIELD CREW LEADERS (2) AND TECHNICIANS (10) needed for two new long-term wildlife monitoring projects in Utah: Looking for all levels of experience. Applicants please note to which project you are applying. (1) This is first year of an annual, recurring wildlife monitoring program, gauging success of the WRI (see http://wildlife.utah.gov/watersheds/index.php for background). These positions will monitor game and non-game species, have a 6-mo field season (Mar-Aug), and a statewide focus (read: mobile crew). Contingent upon funding, the crew leader position will be a 12-mo, FT, fully-benefitted state position. Field work will be a combination of game and non-game monitoring techniques including bird surveys, small mammal trapping, pellet counts, track plates, and (potentially) telemetry. Field crew start date: 15 Mar; end date: 30 Aug. Crew leader will be hired ASAP. (2) 2009 is the first year of a 3-yr bird monitoring project, assessing the success of the Milford Flat Fire Restoration. Because this fire was the size of a small New England state, bird diversity and abundance responses will be assessed at local-to-landscape scales (see http://www.blm.gov/ut/st/en/prog/fire/milford_flat_fire.html for background). These positions have a 4-mo field season, with a 5-mo crew leader duration. Fieldwork will be a combination of line transect surveys and habitat assessment. Field positions can start as early as mid-Apr with all hands on deck by May 1. All positions require long days & early starts: a sense of humor, patience, and self-motivation is mandatory. Also necessary is excellent vision and hearing, the ability to carry heavy (40 lbs) loads in a pack over rugged terrain. Must work/play well with others: you share housing & work vehicles. Everyone is responsible for their own data entry; those with interest and aptitude may also gain experience with data management & analyses (distance sampling & mark-recapture). Experience with either western bird or small mammal ID is strongly preferred, and experience at least one of the following methods is preferred: point counts, line transects, distance sampling trapping webs or mark-recapture. Expertise with GPS, GIS, 4WD, and rural living is recommended. Crew leader applicants should have: 1) strong skills in field identification of birds (preferably western) by sight and song, experience with distance sampling surveys, and small mammal trapping and identification and mark-recapture techniques ; 2) experience supervising field crews, interacting with landowners, and project management. Crew wages: between $1,620/mo and $2,069/mo depending upon experience (plus field housing, work truck, and up to $20/day camping per diem), Crew Leader wages, commensurate with experience, up to $2,571/mo. Internships with livable stipend are a possibility for those with more interest than experience. Consideration begins immediately and will continue until all positions have been filled, hiring begins 1 Mar 2009. Contact (email preferred) Russell Norvell (EM: russellnorvell AT utah.gov) with a letter of interest, CV, and the names, current phone numbers, and email addresses of 3 references. Be sure to include previous experience with field research and specific dates of availability. Send surface mail to: Shrubsteppe Project Applications, Non-Game Avian Program, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, 1594 W. North Temple, Suite 2110, PO Box 146301, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-6301 BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS AND INTERNS NEEDED (10) by the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory (RMBO) to conduct bird surveys for our Regional Monitoring Program that includes surveys in Wyoming, Arizona, Colorado, South Dakota, North Dakota, New Mexico, Nebraska, and Utah. RMBO is committed to the conservation of birds and their habitats. Technicians will be expected to attend one of the training workshops in late Apr through mid May and work through the end of Jul. The training workshops consist of a 5-day comprehensive training on the protocols conducted by RMBO. The workshops will take place throughout the study area, after which technicians will be required to work independently the majority of the time to conduct bird surveys and complete data entry. The standard work week will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians should be able to identify all western and some eastern birds by sight and sound, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Applications will be accepted through 15 Apr 2009 but positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. Qualifications: Experience with point-counts, western tree and shrub ID, backcountry hiking/backpacking, and navigation (w/ maps, compass, and GPS) is preferred. Primitive camping, often without phone service or facilities, will be required. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, binoculars, camping gear, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm are required. Monthly salary of $1700-$2400, plus mileage and some lodging will be reimbursed. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience. Please e-mail a cover letter and resume with at least three references to CHRIS WHITE (EM: chris.white AT rmbo.org). SPOTTED OWL SURVEYORS * ESN has an opening for qualified individuals to conduct spotted owl surveys in Oregon. * Duties: Survey suitable habitat for northern spotted owls following specific survey protocols. Maintain accurate records according to specific guidelines.* Requirements: Experience conducting avian surveys, preferably for forest dwelling raptors. Applicants must be able to identify owls of the Pacific Northwest by sight and sound; have good orienteering skills; be willing and able to work independently in physically demanding environments at night; have good hearing and a valid driver’s license. Preference will be given to those candidates that have prior spotted owl survey experience. * Vehicles and housing are provided, food assistance is not provided. *Project dates: Early Apr to mid Aug * Salary: $12.00 - $17.00/hr depending on experience. * Email resume and three references to (EM: rcgaines AT spiritone.com). FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANTS (4) needed for continuation of long-term studies of bird responses to fire and fuels management and riparian bird community dynamics in the mountains of central Nevada. Primary responsibilities include daily morning surveys (point counts) and vegetation sampling at survey locations. Excellent opportunity to explore these little-known, spectacular mountain ranges (Shoshone, Toiyabe, Toquima, and Monitor) and to interact with multidisciplinary teams of scientists and land managers. Duration approximately six weeks (26 May through 2 Jul) with few days off, but some afternoons free. Research assistants will work independently and in small teams. Field vehicle provided, or use your own 4WD vehicle and receive additional compensation for mileage. Camping at field sites will be the norm, with occasional access to small-town motels or Forest Service housing with hot shower and basic kitchen facilities. Applicants must have demonstrable experience and proficiency in identification of western birds by sight and sound; bachelor’s or advanced degree in ecology or related field preferred. Applicants must be in good physical condition, able to work independently in rugged and remote locations, and willing to work long hours as necessary. Applicants also must have good organizational skills, including ability to collect and maintain accurate hard-copy data records; a valid driver’s license with a good driving record and off-road 4WD experience; current health insurance coverage; patience and a sense of humor. Compensation approximately $3000, but negotiable and dependent on experience. Send cover letter and resume or CV (with names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references) to both ERICA FLEISHMAN (EM: fleishman AT nceas.ucsb.edu), National Center for Ecological Analysis and Synthesis, Santa Barbara, CA and DAVID DOBKIN (EM: dobkin AT hderi.org), High Desert Ecological Research Institute, Bend, OR. BIOLOGIST-FIELD TECHNICIAN – ARCADIS is an environmental engineering firm. When you work for ARCADIS, you are part of a bigger picture. You're a member of an international team of leading professionals. You work in a setting that allows you room to grow. ARCADIS offers everyone the possibility to develop and improve their own bigger picture. Job Description: ARCADIS US is seeking a Field Technician for the 2009 field season (Mar through Oct) for various projects within Colorado, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming. The successful candidate will: * Conduct and assist senior staff in performing avian and bat field surveys for various projects. * The full-time, temporary position may be located in Denver, Colorado or Cheyenne, Wyoming. The position will require overnight travel; however, technicians will be compensated when required to travel away from their standard office location. The position will commence on or around 1 Mar 2009 and housing is not provided with this position. Experience: Position requirements include, but are not limited to: Qualified applicants should be able to identify birds and bats of the Midwestern/western U.S. and possess good auditory and visual acuity. Applicant should have excellent bird identification skills, and will be able to identify birds by both sight and call. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition, able to work under adverse weather conditions, able to traverse uneven terrain with four-wheel drive or all-terrain vehicles for extended periods of time. The ability to work both independently and with others is essential. Biologists will be trained by senior staff in regards to survey methodologies, confirming quality and accuracy of data recording, use of GPS receivers and software, safe and correct use of vehicles and equipment. * Minimum years of experience: 1 year * Education required: Bachelor's degree in wildlife biology / management, biological sciences, range management, or closely related field is required. * Special considerations, specific technical experience, skills, etc.: Selection of candidates will be based on previous experience in conducting bird surveys, ability to interpret and navigate via topographic maps, familiarity with GPS and experience in operating four-wheel drive trucks and ATVs. A valid driver's license is required for biologists to be selected for this position and operate company vehicles. Potential candidates should be well organized and self-motivated and perform duties independent of constant direct supervision. Applications will be accepted until 1 Mar 2009 or until the position is filled. Successful applicants will be required to pass a pre-employment screening process. * This position may require travel up to 75% to 100%. * A valid driver's license and clean driving record is required for this position. Apply on-line to (URL: http://www.arcadis-us.com), reference job code # arca-00005965 under the “CO, Denver-Technical” location OYSTERCATCHER RESEARCH TECHNICIAN from mid Apr through Aug 2009 (dates somewhat flexible) to assist a graduate project on American Oystercatchers in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. This is a mark-resight study which aims to estimate key demographic parameters by maintaining an established marked population. Duties will include trapping breeding oystercatchers, banding/color banding adults and chicks, weighing and measuring birds, recording data, surveying for color banded birds, and data entry. Applicants must be able to work independently or as part of a team, be in good physical condition (able to walk long hours in sand and carry up to 50 lbs), be willing to work weekends, holidays, and odd/long hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle. Bird banding experience necessary. Prior experience with beach nesting bird/avian field monitoring, data collection, and wildlife management preferred. Applicants with a BS (or in progress) in wildlife, biology, or related fields and/or related experience are preferred. Salary will be $1800-$2200/month (depending on experience, no benefits), housing will be provided (if needed). Reimbursement for fuel will be provided. Direct all questions to SEAN MURPHY (EM: spmurp AT yahoo.com). To apply, send a cover letter, CV, and contact information of three references by 1 Mar 2009 to the above email address.
Subject: Bird Jobs -- February 1, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Sun, 01 Feb 2009 23:47:48 -0500

EDITOR’S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** BURROWING OWL FIELD TECHNICIANS (6) needed 1 May through 31 Jul (with possibility of extension to mid or end of Aug) for study of nocturnal foraging patterns and space-use in Alberta and Saskatchewan. Duties include surveys, nest monitoring via underground infra-red cameras, pellet collection, digital video recorder (DVR) placement, trapping/handling of burrowing owls (adults and chicks), data entry, coarse and fine-scale habitat classification, contact with landowners and landusers, and extensive driving (~10,000 km/month). Applicants must be self-motivated, capable of driving long distances and working independently. Occasionally, heavy lifting will be required, as DVRs are powered by 2-4 60lb batteries. Experience working with and handling raptors an asset. Good relationships with private landowners are critical to the success of the project, therefore field staff MUST have good communications skills and be capable of maintaining a good rapport with ranchers and farmers. Knowledge of Canada's Species at Risk Act important. Salary $1800Cdn/month and up, depending on experience. Food and accommodations while in field also covered, as are field-related transportation costs. Email cover letter, resume, and three references by 1 Mar to ALAN MARSH (EM: amarsh AT ualberta.ca) and COREY SCOBIE (EM: cscobie AT ualberta.ca). Positions will be filled when suitable applicants are found. FIELD TECHNICIANS (2) needed in southwest Michigan for nest success studies on Hooded and Cerulean Warblers and a MAPS (Monitoring Avian Productivity and Survivorship) program. 4 May to 8 Aug 2008 (one position could start in mid-Apr; fall bird banding opportunity may be available). The Kalamazoo Nature Center is conducting ongoing population studies of Hooded and Cerulean Warblers at the Fort Custer Military Training Center in Auga, MI. Duties will include one or more of the following: mist netting, nest searching, mapping singing males, vegetation sampling, point counts, area searches, assisting with the color banding and monitoring of Cerulean Warblers, and data entry. Field technicians must rely on GPS and compass to orient in the forest and must be able to work under adverse conditions (mosquitoes, ticks, thorns, poison ivy, humidity, difficult terrain, pre-dawn travel). COMPENSATION: $10.00-14.00/hr (depending on experience) and 40˘/mi. Housing may be available. The site is 7,000 acres of mainly contiguous forest with adjacent wetlands and limited civilian access. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be able to work independently (under the direction of a crew leader), have their own vehicle, and have patience with good listening skills. This position will provide the opportunity to see and learn more about a declining species, the Cerulean Warbler, and to gain experience in nest searching/bird banding. Preference will be given to those with experience with and knowledge of the songs of Eastern birds and bird banding. TO APPLY, send letter of interest, resume, and three references to JOHN BRENNEMAN, Kalamazoo Nature Center, 7000 North Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49009-6309 (PH: 269-381-1574 x30), or email them to (EM: jbrenneman AT naturecenter.org). ARCTIC ALASKA FIELD TECHNICIAN (1) needed mid-May to end of Aug 2009 to assist with nesting biology studies of threatened Steller’s eiders in Barrow, Alaska. Barrow is the northernmost city in Alaska and the U.S.’s farthest northern community, with approximately 4,500 residents. It is an active Arctic research community, with a variety of ongoing projects on marine mammals, snowy owls, shorebirds, passerines, and lemmings. Field duties will include conducting surveys for breeding eiders, characterizing nest sites and monitoring nests, capturing birds for banding and possibly radio transmitter attachment and tracking females with broods, deploying and monitoring camera systems, and helping oversee, and at times supervising, volunteer crews. Extensive walking is required to search for and monitor nests and track broods using radio telemetry. Preferred qualifications include experience with the field duties listed above, as well as experience in identifying and observing waterfowl; navigating by aerial photographs and GPS; and use of ArcGIS. Applicants must also be willing and capable of walking up to 10 miles per day, in hip waders, on wet tundra in cold, windy weather or possible warm, buggy weather (maximum temperatures are 10-15 C), willing to carry heavy equipment, and willing to work as part of a team and live in shared quarters in a remote village. Technician will work before and after field season in the Fairbanks office, where housing and food are not provided. Transportation from Fairbanks to Barrow is provided; food and housing are also provided in Barrow. Eligibility: you must be a U.S. citizen. Salary: GS–05/06/07 level depending on experience and funding. Hiring process: Only US citizens are eligible for paid positions. Non-US citizens should consider volunteering if still interested (See next announcement). You must apply to the Alaska Seasonal Biological Science Technician (Avian) job announcement at http://usajobs.opm.gov during the expected 2-3 week opening period in mid- to late Feb 2009, but the exact dates are unknown at this time. Look for the announcement for Biological Science Technician, GS-404-05/06/07 (avian), with duty station in Fairbanks, Alaska, Fairbanks Fish and Wildlife Field Office. You can send an email expressing interest and your name will be placed on a mailing list to notify you when the opening dates and job announcement web address are known. Indicate your interest in the paid technician position to: JEWEL BENNETT, USFWS, (EM: Jewel_Bennett AT fws.gov). ARCTIC ALASKA VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS (6) needed early Jun to mid-Jul 2009 to assist with nesting biology studies of threatened Steller’s eiders in Barrow, Alaska. Barrow is the northernmost city in Alaska and the U.S.’s farthest northern community, with approximately 4,500 residents. It’s is an active Arctic research community, with a variety of ongoing projects on marine mammals, snowy owls, shorebirds, passerines, and lemmings. Volunteers will primarily assist with two surveys: 1) ground-based breeding pair surveys for Steller’s eiders, as well as spectacled eiders (also a threatened species) and avian predators (snowy owl, 3 species of jaegers, glaucous gull, and common raven) to determination abundance and distribution; and 2) nest searches to locate Steller’s eider nests, which will be monitored to determine reproductive success. Qualifications: Persons with previous experience in ornithology, especially waterfowl, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to work as part of a team, willing to live in shared quarters in a remote village, and be willing to work long hours. Must also be willing and capable of walking up to 10 miles per day, in hip waders, on wet tundra in cold, windy weather or possible warm, buggy weather (maximum temperatures are 10-15 C). Preferred qualifications include experience in identifying and observing waterfowl; locating nests; conducting surveys; navigating by aerial photographs and GPS; use of ArcGIS; and ATV operation. Airfare from Anchorage or Fairbanks to Barrow will be provided. Lodging and food provided plus $3/day for miscellaneous expenses. Hip boots and binoculars provided; you must provide your own field clothes. To apply, email a letter of interest (and indicate that you are interested in the volunteer position), resume, and name and contact information for 3 references to: JEWEL BENNETT, USFWS, (EM: Jewel_BennettATfws.gov). Applications will be reviewed starting in Feb until the positions are filled. FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT needed to work on demographic study of the threatened Florida Scrub-Jay in central Florida from early Mar – early Jul 2009. Duties include re-sighting marked birds, conducting population censuses, monitoring nests, and color banding adults and fledglings. The study is being conducted on public land undergoing extensive habitat restoration. Good driving record, ability to drive standard transmission vehicle, ability to identify color bands, careful attention to detail, and tolerance to heat and humidity are required. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience banding birds. Pay is $12.00 – 13.50/hr depending upon experience and qualifications. Applicants able to organize and manage data in Excel, Access, and Arc View and assist with preparation of graphics and reports may be hired at a higher rate. A vehicle and housing will be provided. Applicants should send a letter of interest; a resume; and the names, email addresses, and current phone numbers of 3 references who know your work well to: KARL E. MILLER, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Wildlife Research Laboratory, 1105 SW Williston Road, Gainesville, FL 32601; (EM: karl.miller AT MyFWC.com). Email is preferred; please put SCRUB JAY JOB in the subject line of your email. MARSHBIRD RESEARCH TECHNICIANS – Bird Studies Canada is seeking seasonal technicians to conduct field work at locations in Canada’s Prairie Provinces as part of the Prairie & Parkland Marsh Monitoring Program (PPMMP). Positions range 3-3.5 months beginning 15 Apr or 1 May and ending 31 Jul 2009. Duties include: establishment of survey stations, bird point-counts using call-broadcast methods, assessment and measurement of wetland characteristics, and data entry. Ideal candidates will be proficient with identifying western birds by sight and sound (i.e., wetland-associated species and land birds likely to occur within the region), familiar with common wetland flora, and able to navigate using maps, aerial photos, and GPS. Applicants should have a keen interest in birds, be able to walk up to 5 miles per day, possess a strong work ethic, have an ability to multitask, be meticulous in collecting and recording data, and be able to maintain a positive attitude while working irregular hours (morning surveys begin as early as 4 a.m.; evening surveys end around 11 p.m.). Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in Canada. Salary up to $2200/month (Cdn.), housing is provided. Preference will be given to those with prior experience conducting avian point counts and solid navigation skills. For more information or to apply, contact (EM: prairieprograms AT birdscanada.org). Applications should address DR. KIEL DRAKE, and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references; application deadline is 28 Feb 2009. For more information about the Prairie & Parkland Marsh Monitoring Program visit (URL: http://www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/ppmmp). AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIANS (4-5 positions) are needed for a Master's research project examining movement patterns, home range size, and stopover duration of spring migrant passerine birds during migratory stopover along the upper Mississippi River in western Wisconsin and southeastern Minnesota. Positions run from mid Apr to 1 Jun 2009. Responsibilities will include mist-netting, banding, and intensive radiotelemetry of passerines, as well as some vegetation sampling. A strong work ethic is required, and applicants must be able to handle cold morning temperatures, variable spring weather, early morning and evening hours, and long field days in sometimes difficult conditions. Applicants must be in excellent physical condition and be able to navigate challenging terrain on foot. Prior birding and bird identification experience is required and experience mist-netting, sexing, and aging North American landbirds is preferred. A valid driver's license is also required. A B.S. degree in wildlife ecology or a related field is preferred, but not required. Fieldwork will take place along the Mississippi River in the Driftless Area of Wisconsin and Minnesota, where rugged topography creates picturesque vistas, and varied habitats provide excellent birding opportunities during spring migration. Salary: $8.40 hourly (approximately $1450/ average month, plus overtime opportunities) with housing provided. Application deadline extended until 20 Feb . To apply: Please send a cover letter, current résumé, and contact information for three (3) references via email (preferred) to DAVE SLAGER (EM: slager.4 AT osu.edu) or The Ohio State University, School of Environment and Natural Resources, 2021 Coffey Road, 210 Kottman Hall, Columbus, OH 43210-1085. FIELD TECHNICIANS (3) needed to assist with a grassland bird research project in NW Iowa evaluating bird responses to restoration plantings of varying plant species diversity. Positions start 25 May 2009 and end 1 Aug 2009. Duties include conducting line transect bird surveys, marking survey transects, nest searching and monitoring, vegetation surveys, and insect sweep net sampling. Additional duties include data entry and sorting insect samples. Field work will be conducted in restored grasslands and applicants must have the physical ability to work long hours outdoors and walk through thick vegetation and uneven terrain. Applicants must be willing to work during the early morning hours and tolerate a variety of weather conditions. Qualified applicants must have the ability to identify grassland birds by sight and sound. Other requirements include the ability to work independently or as part of a team and a strong work ethic. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record. Additional desired skills include: experience conducting bird surveys, experience with nest searching techniques and handling nestlings, and the ability to identify native prairie plants and agricultural weeds. Students who have bird identification experience through Ornithology courses and are looking for additional field experience are encouraged to apply. All applicants must pass a grassland bird song and sight identification test. The pay rate is approximately $1600/month ($10.00 per hour/approximately 40 hours per week). Housing and vehicles for project-related travel will be provided. Some flexibility in start or end dates may be possible. Please send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to JENNIFER VOGEL, Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management, 339 Science II, Ames, Iowa 50011 or via email (EM: jenvogel AT iastate.edu). Complete application materials must be submitted by 1 Mar 2009. Iowa State University is an Affirmative Action employer and will take action to ensure that employment practices are free of discrimination. Iowa State University is committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. veteran. Women and minorities are highly encouraged to apply for all employment opportunities. Inquiries or questions regarding our non-discrimination policy can be directed to Carla R. Espinoza, Director of Equal Opportunity and Diversity and ADA Coordinator, 3750 Beardshear Hall, Ames, IA 50011 or by phone at (515) 294-6458. LONG-BILLED CURLEW SURVEY TECHNICIANS (2) needed for study of Long-billed Curlews in southwestern Idaho (approx. 30 Mar – 31 Jul 2009; 4 months). Duties will consist mainly of standardized surveys, nest searching and monitoring, data entry, and public outreach. Qualifications of applicants should include: 1) good eyesight and hearing, 2) proficiency with standardized survey procedures, 3) ability to identify Western birds by sight and sound, and 4) willingness to give your all. Experienced assistants preferred but enthusiasm, quick learning, and an ability to work well alone and with others are the most important criteria. Salary: $10/hr plus per diem (when appropriate). Field housing provided if needed. Some flexibility in start date may be possible. Please send a resume, cover letter, and at least three references (with phone # and e-mail if possible) via e-mail to (EM: jaycarlisle AT boisestate.edu). Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. (See http://idahobirdobservatory.org/ for more info about Idaho Bird Observatory). PROJECT COORDINATOR, Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment (HEE) – We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented individual with knowledge of forest management and hardwood ecosystems to coordinate the Hardwood Ecosystem Experiment (HEE), a long-term, large-scale study of responses of forest ecosystems to management. HEE is a multi-university project led by the Department of Forestry and Natural Resources at Purdue University, in cooperation with the Indiana Division of Forestry. The project began in 2006 and examines plant, vertebrate, and invertebrate responses to several types of forest management in replicated treatment and control areas of Morgan-Monroe and Yellowwood state forests of southern Indiana. Project Coordination: The successful applicant will serve as point-of-contact for DNR staff, HEE researchers, graduate students, media, and the public. The coordinator will schedule and attend HEE committee meetings, and report minutes of the Executive Committee meetings. The coordinator will maintain files that document decisions, protocol changes, publications, and other project information. Responsibilities include assembly of the HEE annual report, planning/coordination of the HEE annual meeting, and development/distribution of a quarterly HEE newsletter. Coordinate photo documentation of timber harvest areas with DNR. Field Supervision/Data Management: Hire research technicians to work on summer field crews, arrange housing and transportation accommodations for field crews, schedule and assist with training, and inventory, purchase and distribute equipment used by field crews. Coordinate field sampling activities with state property land managers and serve as liaison between research staff and leader(s) of field crews. Supervise field sampling, perform quality control of data collected, and archive data. Work closely with researchers and database manager to organize data. Maintain and update geo-referenced database. Qualifications: M.S. + 1 year experience in forestry, wildlife, or related discipline, or B.S. + 2 years experience. Proficiency with data management software (Excel, Access, ArcGIS) and standard statistical packages is required. Good verbal and written communication skills are essential. Experience supervising research teams and managing budgets is highly desirable. Knowledge of Midwestern flora and fauna is helpful. Application: The position is available 16 Mar 2009, and applications will be accepted immediately. Please email inquiries with a resume and contact telephone numbers and email addresses for three references to (EM: jdunning AT purdue.edu). Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Purdue University is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. CASUAL POSITION POSTING with Environment Canada – Environment Canada is seeking one person to fill a short-term casual (EG-02) position based in Edmonton, AB. The position will start as soon as a suitable candidate is found and will end on 31 Mar 2009. Duties include: populating and updating a database with Burrowing Owl data collected in prior field seasons, preparing research permits, and organizing equipment for the field season. Candidates should be working towards, or possess, a degree in biology, ecology, environmental science or a related field, and have experience with Microsoft Access and other Windows programs. Experience collecting biological field data is an asset. The successful candidate may be eligible for extension with Environment Canada (under the FSWEP program) collecting similar data on Burrowing Owl critical habitat in the field from late Apr – Jul 31st. Salary will be $3500/month. Resumes should be sent to GREG WILSON by email: (EM: greg.wilson AT ec.gc.ca). Questions about the position can be directed to Greg Wilson via email or phone: (PH: 780-951-8671). FLAMMULATED OWL SURVEY TECHNICIANS (2) needed for Idaho Bird Observatory study of Flammulated Owls and other forest birds in Idaho (approx. 11 May – 17 Jul 2009; 2.5 months). Duties will consist mainly of standardized surveys and data entry. Most work will be nocturnal owl surveys but, depending on experience, may be possibility for 2+ weeks of diurnal forest landbird surveys. Qualifications of applicants should include: 1) good eyesight and hearing, 2) proficiency with standardized survey procedures, 3) ability to identify Western birds by sight and sound, and 4) willingness to give your all. Also, comfort with working after dark in remote areas a must. Experienced assistants preferred but enthusiasm, quick learning, and an ability to work well with others are the most important criteria. Salary: $10-12.50/hr (depending on experience) plus a per diem when appropriate. Field housing provided. Some flexibility in start date may be possible. Please send a resume, cover letter, and at least three references (with phone # and e-mail if possible) via e-mail to (EM: jaycarlisle AT boisestate.edu). Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS (6) are needed 4 Mar to 30 Jun 2009 for federally endangered golden-cheeked warbler (GCWA) and black-capped vireo (BCVI) surveys. The surveys will lead to improved estimates of each species' distribution, abundance, and habitat associations. Surveys will occur throughout their breeding ranges in central Texas on private and public properties. Primary duties include: point count surveys for GCWA and BCVI, possible nest searching for GCWA, interacting with private landowners and city/state employees, and vegetation surveys. Occupancy and abundance surveys are the primary focus of this project. Crew will work in pairs, 5-6 days per week, beginning work in early morning (~0500). The project requires extensive camping and traveling within the state. Expect to camp at state parks or wildlife management areas or stay in small trailers depending on survey location. Work vehicles and camping fees will be provided. Pay: $1600/month. See http://irnr.tamu.edu/ramses/ for more information. Requirements: experience in wildlife biology or closely related field; highly responsible and self-motivated; able to accurately collect field data with strong attention to detail; maintain positive attitude in adverse conditions (e.g., biting insects, high temperatures, navigating through thick, thorny brush, ~4 months of camping); able to operate 4X4 trucks; good eyesight and hearing. Must be comfortable working on private ranches and interacting with landowners. Must supply your own binoculars and camping equipment. Preference will be given to applicants with experience: identifying birds by sight and sound, nest searching, navigating using handheld GPS unit, and using ArcMap; possess a B.S. or B.A. in wildlife biology or closely related field. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are identified. Send cover letter, resume (including GPA), and contacts for 3 references (preferably email address) as a single attachment and include your last name in the file attachment. Include "Seasonal field biologist - Statewide" in subject heading. Submit application to MELISSA LITUMA (EM: mlituma AT neo.tamu.edu). AVIAN FIELD ASSISTANTS (3) for forest songbird project needed approximately 27 Apr – 15 Jul to study forest songbirds in the beautiful Cumberland Mountains of east Tennessee. Assistants will conduct spot-mapping censuses and point counts of all breeding birds in the study area; search for, monitor, and video tape Cerulean Warbler nests; assist in target banding of individuals; map territories; measure vegetation characteristics; enter data; and perform other field activities. An ability to identify most eastern forest songbirds by sight and sound is required and previous nest searching experience is preferred. Applicants must be physically fit and capable of working in a rugged mountainous setting, must work well in teams, and most importantly, must love to observe birds and search for their nests! Pay is $1400- 2000 per month, depending on experience; housing will be provided. Please send a cover letter highlighting your related field experience, a resume, your earliest starting date, and contact information of three references to: THAN BOVES at the University of Tennessee (EM: tboves AT utk.edu).
Subject: Bird Jobs -- January 28, 2009
From: Cheryl Trine <ctrine AT andrews.edu>
Date: Thu, 29 Jan 2009 09:41:48 -0500

EDITORâ€™S NOTE: To prevent the harvesting of email addresses in this list, all email addresses have had the ' AT ' sign replaced with ' AT '. To reduce the possibility of typing in the wrong address when responding, please cut and paste the whole address and then replace the ' AT ' with ' AT '. *********** BIRD POINT COUNTERS needed May-Jul 2009 to assist in the study of the longer-term effects of thinning forest stands on songbirds. This is a continuation of an Oregon Dept. of Forestry/Oregon State University project that examined the short-term effects of thinning; study sites were thinned 13 years ago. Fieldwork will be conducted in the Tillamook Forest, located in the northern Coast Range of Oregon. Responsibilities include point count surveys, nest searching for focal species, vegetation surveys, and data entry. Must love early mornings (4 am), be physically fit, and able to maintain a good attitude. Shared housing near site and field vehicles are provided. Salary: $1550-2000, depending on experience. QUALIFICATIONS: Prior field experience, identification of western birds by sight and sound, experience with detailed collection of data, and sense of humor for unpredictable field experiences. Strongly prefer previous experience conducting point counts. Applicants should be tolerant of living and working closely with the same crewmembers throughout the field season, and be flexible to changing tasks. TO APPLY: Please send application materials (cover letter, resume, and at least 2 references) as a single document to REBECCA CAHALL (EM: rebecca.cahall AT oregonstate.edu). Include in your letter any relevant experience and your interest in applying for this position. Review of applications begins immediately and candidates will be hired as applications are received. WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT INTERN - Birds, Plants, Amphibians, and Butterflies, San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex, Fremont, CA. Full-time Intern needed to assist U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service at three very different Refuges in the greater San Francisco Bay Area starting 30 Mar 2009 and continuing through Jul, with possible extension through Sep. This intern will primarily work at the Antioch Dunes National Wildlife Refuge, the Ellicott Slough National Wildlife Refuge and the Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge but will also assist at other refuges within the San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex (URL: website: http://www.fws.gov/sfbayrefuges/). Responsibilities include: Endangered plant and animal surveys (birds, amphibians, butterflies, mice, flowers and invertebrates), endangered and native plant seed collection, non-native vegetation removal, avian predator surveys, vernal/seasonal pool sampling, cross support with other Refuges, data entry, report preparation, GPS, occasional early morning/late evening/weekend work, and working with staff and volunteers. Required: Bachelors degree or near completion; general knowledge of biological data gathering and techniques; wildlife observation and basic plant identification skills; basic computer experience; physical ability to use varied equipment, vehicles, and tools to complete field work; ability to work in harsh weather and steep terrain; valid driverâ€™s license; comfortable driving long hours in traffic. Working knowledge of MicroSoft Word, Excel and Access is a plus. Shared housing is provided at the Fremont headquarters and a vehicle is provided during work hours only. Personal vehicle is highly recommended for non-work hours. $100/week stipend. Please email resume, unofficial transcripts and 3 references by 2 Mar 2009 to: (EM: Meg_Marriott AT fws.gov). Duties: Weeding (Antioch), Restoration (Antioch), Contra Costa Wallflower surveys and report (Antioch), Antioch Dunes Evening Primrose surveys and Report (Antioch), Langeâ€™s Metalmark Butterfly surveys and Report (Antioch), Seed Collection (Antioch), Snowy Plover surveys, Caspian Tern surveys (Salinas), Avian predator surveys (Salinas), Symbolic fencing take down (Salinas), Assisting with fencing nests and possible monitoring (Salinas), Spineflower survey (Salinas), Salinas Hunt survey report (Salinas), SNPL Power Point Presentation (Salinas), Grazing Plan at Salinas (Salinas), Remove Tree Bands (Salinas), Frog sampling if gets funding (Ellicott-all units), Seed Collection (Ellicott), Plant identification with Tim Kask (Harkins unit), Grazing Plan (Harkins unit). Other: Dipnetting at Warm Springs (DE), California Clapper Rail Call Count Surveys (DE), Salt Marsh Harvest Mouse surveys (DE), Plant surveys at Warm Springs (DE). SUSAN EUING, US Fish and Wildlife Service, Biologist, Alameda Point and Antioch Dunes NWR, P.O. Box 159, Alameda, CA 94501 (PH: 510-521-9624, FX: 510-521-9701). NOTE REVISED PHONE NUMBER--BANDING INTERNSHIPS AND VOLUNTEER FIELD ASSISTANTS. May-Oct (minimum two-month commitment required). The Redwood Sciences Laboratory is seeking motivated individuals to participate in our continuing long-term landbird study. We are conducting monitoring research on population and demographic trends, migration movements, and habitat relationships in the Klamath Bioregion of northwest California and southern Oregon. The Lab is the center of the Klamath Demographic Network the most concentrated regional network of constant-effort banding stations in North America. Participants will operate several monitoring stations. For more information about our projects, please visit our website (URL: http://www.fs.fed.us/psw/topics/wildlife/birdmon/landbird/). Housing and a stipend of $500-$750 per month or $4000 for the full season are provided. Work will include mist netting, bird censuses, equipment maintenance, data input, and other duties as required. There may also be opportunities to assist with other concurrent research projects including river surveys, small owl banding/surveys, Spotted Owl surveys, and offshore surveys for the Marbled Murrelet and other seabirds. Applicants should have a very strong interest in birds, natural history and field biology. Strong applicants will have: good bird identification skills, at least some passerine mist-net/banding experience, the ability to read topographic maps, and be in good physical condition. A valid driver's license is required. Be prepared to work long days in the field in possibly inclement weather, camp out on a regular basis, follow prescribed protocols, be meticulous in collecting and recording data, and work both independently and closely with others. The position offers an opportunity for experience in a wide variety of landbird monitoring skills. The Redwood Science Laboratoryâ€™s banding protocols closely follow guidelines set by the North American Banding Council (NABC â€“ URL: http://nabanding.net). This is a great opportunity to master skills at this level. To apply, send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to: KIM HOLLINGER, (EM: khollinger AT fs.fed.us, PH: 707.825.2988); SHERRI MILLER (EM: smiller02 AT fs.fed.us, PH: 707.825.2949); and DR. C. J. RALPH (EM: cjr2 AT humboldt.edu, PH: 707.825.2992), Redwood Sciences Laboratory, 1700 Bayview Drive, Arcata, CA 95521 (FX: 707-825-2901). CERULEAN WARBLER TECHNICIANS (2) Two field technicians needed to work with Cerulean Warblers in the forested rolling hills of southeastern Ohio west of Athens. Research is part of a continuing cooperative project examining the effects of different silvicultural treatments on this declining songbird. Work on the project will include searching for nests of Cerulean Warblers, target banding and re-sighting color-banded birds, spot-mapping, point counts of mature forest songbirds, and vegetation sampling. Experience with any of these a plus. Work requires careful observation of parental behavior to locate nests often high in the forest canopy. Preference will be given to applicants with previous nest searching experience, the ability to identify eastern forest songbirds by sight and sound, and/or extensive avian field work. Applicants must be willing to spend long days in the field hiking over generally steep terrain. Positions run from mid Apr through Jul with some flexibility to start and end dates. Housing and a work vehicle are provided. Pay $350+ per week depending on experience. Send a cover letter and resume with at least three references to FELICITY NEWELL (EM: felicity.newell AT gmail.com) or mail to School of Environment and Natural Resources, Ohio State University, 210 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Road, Columbus, Ohio 43210. Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. LEAST TERN INTERN - San Francisco Bay Region with housing/stipend. One intern is needed to assist U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service biologist with monitoring the California least terns (ground-nesting colonial birds) during the summer breeding season for four months, from 1 May to the end of Aug, 2009. Job location is at Alameda Point, the former Naval Air Station in Alameda, CA. The position is full-time, 40 hours/week, Tuesdays through Saturdays. Daytime hours; may include occasional very early mornings, late evenings and Sundays. Duties include: walking through 9.7 acre tern colony, finding and marking nests, conducting predator surveys, nest observations from a vehicle, weed removal, making nest markers, data entry/office tasks and working with volunteers. Requirements: Bachelorâ€™s degree in Biology or near completion, very good eyesight and observational skills, ability to use binoculars and spotting scope, good written, verbal and computer skills, and a lot of patience. Must be able to provide own vehicle with current driverâ€™s license and insurance, and cell phone. Experience working with or observing wild birds is preferred. INTERN RECEIVES: $100/week stipend and $100/week gas money plus shared housing May through Aug. Please send cover letter, resume and 3 bonafide, non-friend/relative references to (EM: Susan_Euing AT fws.gov) or P.O. Box 159, Alameda, CA 94501. Deadline: 10 Apr 2009 WILDLIFE RESEARCH TECHNICIANS: 2 positions available (Troy MT, Bonners Ferry, ID) from 27 Apr through 30 Sep. The incumbents will conduct avian point count surveys along the Kootenai River from northwestern Montana through the Idaho Panhandle late May through mid Jul. Additionally, the incumbents will install invertebrate pitfall traps and collect invertebrates in the project area during early May, Jul-Aug, and Sep. Some habitat classification duties may be assigned. Although each position will be based in a different location, the incumbent might be required to assist in the other area or areas outside the current project area. The sponsoring agency- Kootenai Tribe of Idaho- is working in conjunction with Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks on the study. Technicians will be conducting point counts, invertebrate sampling and data entry. Required knowledge includes identification of western birds by sight and sound. Training on identification of dominant western plant species and standard invertebrate sampling techniques (e.g. pit-trapping) will be provided, as needed. Prior experience with point count technique or bird identification (sight and song) for western birds is necessary. Previous experience with equipment including standard 4-wheel drive vehicles, motorboat and trailer, GPS units sampling equipment, and map reading skills will be helpful. Project will extend from 27 Apr through 30 Sep 2009 depending on technician availability. Salary is $14.60 per hour as independent contractors for the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho. Housing may be provided. Application deadline is 27 Feb 2008. Please send a cover letter, resume, three references and contact information to NORM MERZ, Fish and Wildlife Department, Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, PO Box 1269, Bonners Ferry ID 83805 (or preferable send materials via email to merz AT kootenai.org) . For additional information contact Norm Merz ((EM: merz AT kootenai.org, PH: 208.267.3620, ext 555) or DWIGHT BERGERON (EM: dbergeron AT mt.gov, PH: 406.751.4587). MANAGER OF BABY BIRD NURSERY OPERATIONSâ€“Sierra Wildlife Rescue (SWR) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the rehabilitation & release of injured & orphaned wildlife. SWR operates in El Dorado County, California (primarily on the western slope, in the foothills near Placerville) and takes in approximately 1500 animals per year. The Baby Bird Nursery (BBN) is located at the SWR Center in the town of El Dorado and takes in about 650 songbirds during the year where care is given to them until they are transferred to flight cages. The Director of Operations (DO) is responsible for managing all aspects of the BBN, including the all-volunteer staff providing direct animal care. The BBN generally opens during the first week of May and closes by the first week of Aug. The DO will be asked to work on a full-time basis (40 hours per week) during this three-month period of time and may be asked to work on at least a part-time basis during the months immediately preceding and following this timeframe. The DO will be paid up to $15 per hour, depending on experience and education. If you have questions regarding this position or are interested in applying, please contact DAVE COOK via phone or e-mail (PH:530-363-4848, EM: deerdave AT sbcglobal.net). Interviews will be held during the month of Feb and therefore interested parties are encouraged to contact Dave and submit an application by 1 Feb 2009 or as soon thereafter as possible. WILDLIFE TECHNICIANSâ€“Three to four wildlife technicians (contingent on funding) are being sought to work on a seabird restoration and monitoring project for Common Murres (Uria aalge) and other seabirds along the central California coast. Two types of positions will be filled: Site Supervisor; and Biotech. This project is conducted cooperatively by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex), Humboldt State University, and other public and private organizations. The purpose of the restoration project is to aid in restoring murre colonies that have suffered damage from oil spills, human disturbance, and other anthropogenic factors. Successful applicants must be willing to work long hours, on weekends, and in inclement weather. Main job duties will include conducting population and productivity surveys on Common Murres, Brandtâ€™s Cormorants and other species, documenting human and natural disturbances to seabirds, database entry, data analysis, and preparation of reports. Other duties may include counting seabirds from aerial photographs, deploying and removing seabird restoration equipment on offshore rocks, or other tasks as assigned. Preference may be given to applicants with prior field experience with seabird or other wildlife monitoring and census techniques. Additional evaluation may be based on the applicantâ€™s knowledge and experience with computer use, databases, and report preparation. Applicants for Site Supervisors need to demonstrate evidence of their ability to work independently and abilities to provide leadership. Requirements: 1) Bachelorâ€™s degree in wildlife, biological sciences, or related discipline with an interest in wildlife biology, restoration, or behavior; 2) current driverâ€™s license with good driving record; 3) ability to sufficiently move and lift equipment up to 40 lbs; and 4) ability to hike and bike to certain field sites. Applicants must submit: 1) a signed cover letter; 2) rĂ©sumĂ©; and 3) names and phone numbers of two professional references. For further information, contact GERRY MCCHESNEY (PH: 510-792-0717 ext. 222, EM: gerry_mcchesney AT fws.gov). Applicants must indicate the position(s) they are applying for (Site Supervisor, Biotech, or both). Duration: Approx. Apr to Aug 2009 (Biotech) or Apr to Sep 2009 (Site Supervisor). Wages: Approx. $16.50-$21/hr depending on experience and responsibilities. Housing may be provided at field sites, mid-Apr to late Jul.. Employer: Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation. Send to: GERRY MCCHESNEY, U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge Complex, 9500 Thornton Ave., Newark, CA 94560 U.S.A. Closing Date: 20 Feb 2009. Applications must be postmarked by this date to receive full consideration. Applications postmarked after this date may or may not be considered depending upon position availability. *No email applications will be accepted. BANDING VOLUNTEERSâ€“Aras & Kuyucuk Bird Banding (Banding) Stations in northeastern Turkey are looking for volunteers between 15 Mar-15 Jun 2009. Like every year since 2005, the environmental NGO KuzeyDoga Society (URL: http://www.kuzeydoga.org) will band birds at the Aras & Kuyucuk banding stations in northeastern Turkey's Kars & Igdir provinces during spring 2009. This is a part of the Kars-Igdir Biodiversity Project led by ornithologist, ecologist and conservationist Dr. Cagan Sekercioglu, senior scientist at Stanford University Biology Department and president of the KuzeyDoga Society (URL: http://www.sekercioglu.org). Banding will start on 15 Mar 2009 and will end on 30 May 2009 at the Aras station (950 m) whereas at the Kuyucuk station (1627 m) it will start on 15 Apr 2009 and will end on 15 Jun 2009. We are looking for volunteers who will help band birds at our stations between these dates. Minimum participation must be at least 15 days, ideally one month or more. While we cover local expenses like food, accommodation and local transportation, unfortunately we can not cover travel expenses to/from Kars. Accommodation at the Aras station will be provided in the former teacher's house with a capacity of 5 beds. Western-style flush toilet, hot shower, kitchen, and stove are available in the house. Volunteers are responsible for preparing the meals and supplies will be provided regularly. At the Kuyucuk station, accommodation will be provided in a house with a capacity of 6 beds in the village and in a cabin by the lake with a capacity of 4 beds . Western-style flush toilet, hot shower and kitchen are available in the village house. Volunteers are responsible for preparing meals and supplies will be provided regularly. Since Lake Kuyucuk is mile-high in elevation, we highly recommend our volunteers to bring their own sleeping bags and warm clothes, particularly in Apr. Both stations can experience rain showers during the spring, and temperatures can sometimes drop down to 5 C (40 F) at night. During the day, it will be 10-25 C (50-80F) warming up as spring progresses. Aras Station ( 40Âş 07' N, 043Âş 35' E) is next to a wetland by the Aras river and is surrounded by reeds and willows. On a clear day, you can see Mt Ararat, less than 20 miles away. Kuyucuk Lake (40Âş 45' N, 043Âş 27' E) is a bird-rich steppe lake surrounded by wheat fields and alpine meadows. We have recorded over 300 bird species in the Kars region, including most of eastern Turkey specialties. Kuyucuk and Aras both have bird lists around 200 species, collectively exceeding 270 species, 60% of the entire avifauna of Turkey. Photos can be seen here: http://kuzeydoga.org/index.php/birds-of-igdir Each station will be led by a licensed master bander(s) and volunteers will be responsible for checking nets once an hour, collecting birds from nets, bringing them to the banding station, recording the data on data sheets, conducting orientation experiments, releasing the banded birds and preparing the meals. The BBC report on our project below gives a good idea of our research and the landscape we work (URL: http://www.kuyucuk.org/ and http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7789585.stm). Anybody who is interested and can volunteer at least 15 days between the dates mentioned above, please get in touch with (EM: onder AT kuzeydoga.org and cagan AT stanford.edu). Let us know your name, your ornithological experience, and the dates you can come. We prefer licensed bird banders, ideally experienced in banding Western Palearctic passerines, waders, and/or raptors. KuzeyDoga Society reserves the right of replacement of volunteers between the stations depending on available capacity in both stations. For further information about our banding stations, please visit: http://www.kuzeydoga.org/index.php/volunteer-opportunities, http://kuzeydoga.org/index.php/faq/35-kuyucuk-station/56-faqs-about-kuyucuk-station, http://kuzeydoga.org/index.php/faq/36-aras-station/57-faqs-about-aras-station. DR. CAGAN H. SEKERCIOGLU, Senior research scientist, Stanford University, Center for Conservation Biology, Department of Biology, 371 Serra Mall, Stanford CA 94305-5020 USA (URL: http://www.sekercioglu.org). COLONIAL WADING BIRD RESEARCH TECHNICIAN â€“ The New Jersey Audubon Societyâ€™s Research Department is seeking qualified applicants to conduct field work on heron and egret foraging behavior and site use in the NJ Meadowlands region. The position is based out of Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary in Bernardsville, New Jersey. This is an exciting and high profile citizen science project and we seek candidates willing to share the passion and commitment of our volunteers and join them in these surveys. Duties include conducting counts and detailed behavioral observations of colonial wading birds at various sites throughout the Meadowlands; conducting habitat assessments at sites used by foraging herons and egrets in the Meadowlands; entering data and assist with other aspects of the project as needed; and interacting with Citizen Scientists as needed. Applicants must have a B.S. in wildlife biology, ecology, or related field; experience identifying and counting colonial wading birds; good organizational skills and attention to detail; and experience with basic computer programs, including Windows XP and MS Excel. Experience conducting behavioral surveys is preferred. Other qualifications include the ability to work long and/or flexible hours in the field; ability and willingness to do surveys by canoe and in marshy/muddy habitats; ability to work independently and as part of a team. Applicants must own a vehicle and have a valid driverâ€™s license. This is a full-time, six month position, contingent on funding, from about 1 May through 31 Oct 2009. Salary $1,800 to $2,200/month, depending on experience. Email (preferred) cover letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references by 15 Mar to KRISTIN MYLECRAINE, Research Associate, Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary, 11 Hardscrabble Rd., Bernardsville, NJ 07920 (EM: kristin.mylecraine AT njaudubon.org; PH: 908-766-5787 x15). SEASONAL BIOLOGICAL ASSISTANT - needed to assist with operation at banding stations in Rhode Island coastal salt marsh habitats and maritime shrublands as part of two research projects in conjunction with the University of Rhode Island. The position will begin approximately 1 Jun 2009 and continue through 30 Oct 2009. Experience with bird banding and identification of fall migrants in the Eastern United States a requirement. Primary duties during the summer include operating mist nets in salt marsh habitats, searching for and monitoring Saltmarsh sharp tailed sparrow nests, and collection of vegetative transect data. Fall banding will involve assisting with a banding operation and collection of vegetative data in coastal maritime shrublands. Applicant must be able to work early morning hours and occasional weekends. Extensive field work requires the ability to work outdoors. Experience with bird banding and identification preferred. Pay will be $10.65 per hour, working 30 hours/wk. and housing is provided. Interested persons should mail a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three references to SUZANNE PATON, Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Complex, 50 Bend Road, Charlestown RI, 02813 (EM: Suzanne_Paton AT fws.gov, PH: 401-364-9124 ext. 16) with any inquiries. MARSH BIRD INTERNS AT BLACKWATER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE (3) needed mid-May through mid-Aug to assist with secretive marsh bird Masterâ€™s research at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (Cambridge, Maryland). This project studies the effects of controlled burning on marsh-obligate species by surveying bird abundance and nesting success. Primary duties include nest searching, monitoring, and assisting with data entry/ management. Occasional duties include spot-mapping, collecting vegetation data, and conducting callback surveys. Interns should expect to work early mornings (leaving for field sites at dawn), long days, and in challenging field conditions (high heat/humidity, no shade, and biting insects). Good physical condition is very important â€“ navigating the tidal salt-marsh is a unique challenge! Boats are necessary to access field sites â€“ previous boating experience is not required, but interns must be willing to learn. All field equipment necessary for the project will be provided, including binoculars and hip waders. Salary is $250/week, plus on-site housing (all utilities, including kitchen and washer/dryer provided). This position offers an opportunity to gain extensive experience with secretive marsh birds, as well as to participate in various aspects of National Wildlife Refuge operations (URL: http://www.fws.gov/blackwater/). The ideal candidate will have strong bird identification skills, be self-motivated, have a positive attitude and work well independently or as part of a team. Preference will be given to applicants with prior avian research experience, familiarity with GIS/GPS, and/or U.S. government boat-operator certification (MOCC). However, when field experience is lacking, a willingness/eagerness to learn is most important. To apply: Send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to Rebecca Kern (EM: Rebecca_kern AT fws.gov) by 2 Mar 2009. Email preferred, but applications may also be sent to: REBECCA KERN, University of Delaware, Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, 250 Townsend Hall Newark, DE 19716. EXPERIENCED FIELD ASSISTANT NEEDED FOR MARSH BIRD RESEARCH (mid-May through mid-Aug) at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (Cambridge, Maryland). This individual will be employed through the Student Temporary Experience Program (STEP) and must be a student taking at least a half-time course load in order to apply. This project examines the effects of controlled burning on marsh-obligate species by surveying bird abundance and nesting success. This individual will be responsible for assisting the project leader in conducting daily field research and leading a small crew on independent field assignments. Will assist with all aspects of data collection and management, including nest searching, monitoring, spot-mapping, collecting vegetation data, and conducting callback surveys. Should expect to work early mornings (leaving for field sites at dawn), long days, and in challenging field conditions (high heat/humidity, no shade, and biting insects). Good physical condition is very important â€“ navigating the tidal salt-marsh is a unique challenge! Motorized boats are necessary to access field sites â€“ applicant must be willing to attend certification training if not previously held (will be provided by USFWS). This position offers an opportunity to gain extensive experience with secretive marsh birds, as well as to participate in various aspects of National Wildlife Refuge operations. Salary is $11.64 â€“ $13.18/hour (depending on skills and ability), plus on-site housing (all utilities, including kitchen and washer/dryer, provided). Applicant must have experience identifying birds visually and audibly (previous avian research experience preferred). Preference will be given to applicants with GIS/GPS experience, knowledge of salt-marsh vegetation, and/or U.S. government boat-operator certification (MOCC). Must have good leadership and teamwork skills, and a positive attitude. To apply: Send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references to REBECCA KERN (EM: Rebecca_kern AT fws.gov) by 2 Mar 2009. Email preferred, but applications may also be sent to: REBECCA KERN, University of Delaware, Department of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology, 250 Townsend Hall Newark, DE 19716. FIELD ASSISTANTS needed 1 May through 31 Jul 2009 for research studying the ecology of birds in urban/suburban environments in Washington, DC, Baltimore, Maryland and northern Virginia. Neighborhood Nestwatch (URL: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/goto/nestwatch) is a community-based research project and is an opportunity to do basic conservation biology and environmental education. This work requires an ability to communicate ecology to citizens and capture birds in their own backyards. Strong applicants will have experience capturing and banding birds, re-sighting color-banded birds, finding nests, projecting infectious enthusiasm, and being an independent and pleasant team member. Ability to work long hours from early morning onward six days per week carrying out a wide variety of field tasks essential. Daily car travel within the hot, humid Washington, DC area, meticulous data entry, scheduling backyard banding visits, and other office-related tasks also involved. Salary $1600/month. Vehicles for research activities provided as well as housing in proximity to research base. Please send (e-mail preferred) cover letter, CV, and the names and updated contact information of three references to BOB REITSMA (EM: reitsmar AT si.edu), Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center

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