Natural Resources Job Board

Northern Bobwhite Research Technician (1) Needed ASAP

University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources (State)

Details
Application Deadline:
06/01/2024
Published:
04/16/2024
Starting Date:
between 5/15/2024 and 6/7/2024
Ending Date:
between 11/15/2024 and 12/15/2024
Hours per Week:
40
Salary:
$13.25 per hour
Education Required:
Some Undergraduate
Experience Required:
none
Location:
Kansas
Description
Seeking a Research Technician to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-tracking, and nest monitoring, as well as other associated fieldwork, including point counts and operating acoustic recording devices, as part of larger experimental studies on private properties in eastern Kansas. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other various duties will be required. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with Kansas DWP and private landowners. Employees will be working with minimal supervision and must be comfortable working independently. Previous experience with radio-telemetry and point counts is desired. Experience with Microsoft Excel, databases and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants must be comfortable working in the dark and in areas where venomous snakes could be present. Applicants should be able to lift up to 25 lbs for brief periods and may be required to work in inclement weather. 
 
Qualifications:
 
1.      Must be working towards or possess a degree in wildlife management or related field.
2.      An interest in game bird management and ecology.
3.      Individuals need a valid driver’s license and must have a good driving record.
4.      A positive attitude and ability to be a team player.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
 
1.      Experience performing point counts
2.      Experience with safe operation of 4WD vehicles
3.      Previous gamebird work experience
4.      Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience 
 
Benefits:
 
1.      Free housing will be provided.
2.      Compensation: $13.25/hr 
 
Documents needed:
 
1.      Cover letter (1 page) including your earliest available start date.
2.      Detailed resume with 3 references (please indicate your relationship to each)
 
**ATTACH ALL DOCUMENTS INTO A SINGLE PDF NAMED “LastNameFirstName_TechApplicant” and email to the contact information below**
 
**Electronic submissions/inquires only**

Contact Person: Sarah Jacobson
Contact Email: sarah.jacobson19@uga.edu
Contact
Sarah Jacobson
571-765-0230
sarah.jacobson19@uga.edu (preferred contact method)