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Bird Survey Technician - South Dakota
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Posted Date:
01-22-2010
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Application Deadline:
03-05-2010
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Start Date:
05-03-2010
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Hire Length:
5/3/10 - 7/23/10
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Job Description:
PAID BIRD SURVEY POSITIONS (3) available for South Dakota’s Breeding Bird Atlas II. One position available approximately May 3 – July 23, two positions approximately May 17 – July 23. Main duties will be to search atlas blocks for evidence of breeding birds using standard atlas procedures, conduct special surveys, 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 $2050/mo plus mileage reimbursement and lodging stipend.
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Job Requirements:
Ornithology class or equivalent experience is required. Ability to identify breeding birds by sight and sound in at least one of South Dakota’s biomes (Great Plains grasslands, western grasslands/sagebrush, eastern forests, prairie wetlands, or Rocky Mountains), excellent hearing and birding skills, and ability to read and follow maps are required; atlasing or bird survey experience are a plus. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and decent binoculars are required; camping gear strongly recommended. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience.
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How To Apply:
Send cover letter stating interest, resume, available dates, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references to nancy.drilling@rmbo.org Applications due by March 5, 2010; positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found.
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Posted By:
Nancy Drilling
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Bird Survey Technicians-South Dakota
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Posted Date:
01-22-2010
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Application Deadline:
03-05-2010
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Start Date:
05-17-2010
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Hire Length:
5/17/10 - 7/23/10
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Job Description:
PAID BIRD SURVEY POSITIONS (3) available for South Dakota’s Breeding Bird Atlas II. One position available approximately May 3 – July 23, two positions approximately May 17 – July 23. Main duties will be to search atlas blocks for evidence of breeding birds using standard atlas procedures, conduct special surveys, 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 $2050/mo plus mileage reimbursement and lodging stipend.
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Job Requirements:
Ornithology class or equivalent experience is required. Ability to identify breeding birds by sight and sound in at least one of South Dakota’s biomes (Great Plains grasslands, western grasslands/sagebrush, eastern forests, prairie wetlands, or Rocky Mountains), excellent hearing and birding skills, and ability to read and follow maps are required; atlasing or bird survey experience are a plus. A valid driver's license, personal vehicle, proof of auto insurance, and decent binoculars are required; camping gear strongly recommended. Internships are also available for those looking to gain experience.
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How To Apply:
Send cover letter stating interest, resume, available dates, and names, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references to nancy.drilling@rmbo.org Applications due by March 5, 2010; positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found.
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Posted By:
Nancy Drilling
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BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS
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Posted Date:
12-11-2009
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Application Deadline:
04-01-2009
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Start Date:
04-20-2010
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Hire Length:
~ 3 months
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Job Description:
BIOLOGICAL FIELD TECHNICIANS (10) needed to conduct bird surveys for the Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory’s (RMBO) Regional Monitoring Program (http://www.rmbo.org/v2/web/science/bpm.aspx). Project dates: ~late April - late July. Positions available in 12 states including Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Field work covers a vast range of elevations and habitats; including, grassland, sagebrush, riparian, tundra, aspen and coniferous forests. Technicians will be expected to attend one of two training workshops prior to beginning field work. Upon successful completion of training, technicians will work independently conducting bird surveys and completing data entry. The standard work schedule will be ten days on/four days off. Technicians must be able to identify all western and some eastern birds by sight and sound upon completion of training, and should expect to hike off-trail regularly in steep, rugged terrain, sometimes under difficult conditions. Overnight backcountry travel may be required for some positions. A few crew leaders will be needed to run individual state projects and manage field technicians. Positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found.
Qualifications: Identification of western birds by sight and sound, experience with point-counts (especially point transects), 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 $1800-$2500 DOE plus mileage and a modest lodging stipend (reimbursed). Crew leader positions are available.
Please e-mail a cover letter including dates of availability and desired work location(s) as well as a resume with at least three references to: jobs@rmbo.org (email preferred); Attn: Science Division, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, 230 Cherry Street, Suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521
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Job Requirements:
Qualifications: Identification of western birds by sight and sound, experience with point-counts (especially point transects), 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 $1800-$2500 DOE plus mileage and a modest lodging stipend (reimbursed). Crew leader positions are available.
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How To Apply:
Please e-mail a cover letter including dates of availability and desired work location(s) as well as a resume with at least three references to: jobs@rmbo.org (email preferred); Attn: Science Division, Rocky Mountain Bird Observatory, 230 Cherry Street, Suite 150, Fort Collins, CO 80521
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Posted By:
Chandman Sambuu
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