Songbird Survey Technician

About the role

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is seeking a Songbird Survey Technician to support IEc breeding Bird surveys at DA Site. The primary function involves conducting point counts early in the morning and scouting new sites during the afternoon. Fieldwork may also include data entry, quality assurance, and preparation for data analysis during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Data entry
• Data Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
• Pre-field logistics

Requirements

• Ability to identify songbirds by sight and sound
• Prior bird sight and sound identification skills are required
• Pass a sight and sound exam via webinar/Skype
• Driver’s license required
• Good physical condition for long hours in the field

Qualifications

• Must be able to identify songbirds common to the area by sight and sound
• Project specific training will be provided but prior bird sight and sound identification skills are required
• Familiarity with the use of rangefinders and GPS is preferred
• Experience accurately recording and managing data using basic data entry software is preferred

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

• Travel is anticipated to project sites as well as deployment to and from the Smithville, NJ and project inception and conclusion
• Travel reimbursed at an hourly rate along with compensation for miles accrued on a personal vehicle as well as per diem at the specified Government rate

Pay

Candidates will be paid an hourly rate to be negotiated, and total compensation will vary depending on candidates' depth of experience.

Schedule

Daily travel anticipated to project sites as well as deployment to and from the Smithville, NJ and project inception and conclusion.

Contact

If you would like to apply for this exciting new opening, please visit our Careers Page to submit the required information:

• Resume
• Cover letter detailing relevant experience
• 3 professional references (name, email address and phone number)

All documents must be submitted for your application to be considered. If you have any questions pertaining to this opening, please reach out to our Talent Team or call 508-990-9054. An Equal Opportunity Employer

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