FIELD CREW LEADER- Coastal Bird Conservation/SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry are seeking one Field Crew Leader for a Masters Study project monitoring the impacts of human-caused disturbance on breeding Snowy Plovers in the Florida Panhandle. Work will begin in mid-late February and continue until early August. Housing and a weekly stipend of $375 will be provided. Crew Leader will be responsible for conducting Snowy Plover nest and productivity monitoring, behavioral observations, disturbance assessment and documentation, and assisting with banding at multiple sites. Duties also include data collection, photo documentation of project work, assisting site managers to maintain protective fencing, use of a hand-held GPS unit, and data entry using Microsoft Excel. Position will require working long hours, including weekends, often 6 days a week. This study requires a patient individual who will enjoy spending hours locating, observing, and recording behavioral and disturbance data on beach-nesting birds. Crew leader will professionally represent the project when interacting with the public, site managers, and partners. Crew Leader will report to and work closely with the Graduate Student/Project Leader, and will be responsible for day-to-day supervision and leadership of one research assistant intern. Applicant must be self-motivated, organized, in good physical condition, enjoy walking many miles per day in soft sand, possess strong leadership and problem-solving skills, and be able to tolerate hot summer temperatures on the Gulf of Mexico. At least 6 months prior field experience is required for this position. Shorebird/plover experience, bird handling experience, and familiarity with the operation and/or maintenance of ATVs and 4x4 vehicles is preferred. Shared housing and gasoline reimbursement for travel between work sites are provided. Must have own waterproof 10x42 binoculars, a valid drivers license, and own reliable personal vehicle. Please send 1) letter of interest 2) a resume 3) the names, email addresses and phone numbers of 3 references to Maureen Durkin ([email protected]). The review of applications is ongoing and will continue until position is filled.
