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PLEASE NOTE CORRECTED CONTACT INFORMATION – 5 FIELD ASSISTANTS needed to assist graduate student with a long-term demographic study of greater sage grouse in Eastern Nevada (Eureka Co). All positions start 1 Mar with variable end dates that range from 30 Apr to 31 Jul. Field work for this project is extensive and varied. We will be night trapping Sage Grouse around leks from Mar – May (includes capture, banding, measurements/radiocollaring, bleeding, etc.), radio-tracking hens to monitor nesting, survival and brood rearing, conducting lek observations to re-sight color-banded males, and conducting raptor and corvid surveys to monitor predator/nest predator abundance during the breeding season. We will also monitor nests, gather vegetation data, trap and process broods, and conduct brood surveys during the later part of the season. Technicians will receive training and extensive experience in all aspects of field work. The ability to maintain a positive attitude in a challenging work environment is of paramount importance for this job. Our work hours are often long and variable under a rotational system (i.e. working all night until sunrise some weeks, up at 2:00 or 3:00 a.m. for a lek observation the next week). Throughout the season we will live and work in temperature extremes that can range from 0 to 100 degrees F. Early in the season, the ability to deal with cold weather is crucial. Ability to demonstrate a strong work ethic and easy-going personality, willingness to work and solve problems independently a must. Must be willing to live in a remote and rustic field camp without phone or internet, with infrequent (~ 1x/week) visits to nearby (50-70 miles) towns. $1500/month with field camp and all food provided. Send cover letter, resume and contact information for three references (name, title, phone number, & email) as a single word file to ERIK BLOMBERG at the University of Nevada, Reno (EM: ejblomberg AT gmail.com).

ANIMAL CARETAKER PRECEPTORSHIPS (INTERNSHIPS)—available at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, located in Waynesboro, VA. This opportunities give students hands-on experience in the field of wildlife rehabilitation. Lasting eight weeks, the preceptorship focuses on orphan raising, wildlife nutrition, animal husbandry, capture and restraint methods, safety techniques, and release criteria. A large amount of responsibility will include preparing diets, feeding orphans, and monitoring their progress. Most of the teaching will be hands-on. Application deadline is 1 Mar for summer position. Please contact the Outreach Coordinator (EM: anicholson AT wildlifecenter.org) for more information and an application. Positions are full-time and unpaid; they are staggered throughout the summer with the earliest positions available May-Jul, later positions available Jul-Sep.

VOLUNTEER TROPICAL RESEARCH ASSISTANT in Monteverde, Costa Rica. The work will be on the importance of birds to tropical forest restoration. At the Cloud Forest School in Monteverde, Costa Rica, students in grades K to 11 have been reforesting abandoned pastures to restore the tropical cloud forest. Because birds disperse seeds of many tropical plants and also eat herbivorous insects, they are a critical component to tropical forest restoration and regeneration. More frequent visits by birds in the reforestation and naturally regenerating areas should increase the rate of forest regeneration. I am seeking someone to assist with monitoring the bird community in terms of diversity and abundance in the reforestation areas for at least two to three months. The assistant must have excellent bird identification skills, be willing to work very early mornings, and work independently. Pay is not available, but this is an ideal opportunity to develop an independent project or be co-author on a publication. Starting in Jan, Feb or Mar 2009 are the best times, but spring or summer 2009 are also possible. Contact: PATRICIA TOWNSEND (EM: ptownsen AT u.washington.edu), Ph. D. Candidate, Department of Biology, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.

WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN – Work Location: Calpella/Fort Bragg – Mendocino County, California. Reports To: Biologist. FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt. SUMMARY: four—eight to nine month seasonal positions (40 + hours per week) with Mendocino Redwood Company (MRC) located in Mendocino County, CA, having an anticipated start date of Feb 9th. Primary duties are to survey and monitor Northern Spotted Owls and other threatened, endangered, and sensitive (TES) species associated with timber harvest plans (THPs), collect baseline biological data for species to be included in a future Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), and conduct surveys for non-TES species across MRC's property. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned. ?85-95% of work consists of Northern Spotted Owl (NSO) night surveys and afternoon territory monitoring; ?Must be able to safely navigate rugged forested terrain with map and compass; ?Ability to identify plants and measure vegetation using standard forest mensuration tools and techniques; ?General biodiversity surveys for songbirds, raptors, herpetofauna, small mammals and mesocarnivores; ?Ability to safely operate ATV and 4-wheel drive vehicles on unimproved roads at night; ?Ability to care for and maintain rodent colony, feed live mice to NSOs to assess reproductive status; ?Willing and able to work alone at night in remote areas (i.e. conducting night surveys on foot), long irregular hours (50-60 hrs/week), and during inclement weather; ?Ability to work and live with others in bunk-style housing; ?Work schedule may require weekend work and provides no vacation time-off; ?Must be extremely safety conscious and follow safe work practices at all times. Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must carry a valid California Driver's License and be eligible to operate a company vehicle under company policy guidelines. Education And/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year College or university in Wildlife Biology or Forest Science, or related field; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including familiarity with safe capturing and handling of small mammals; familiarity with concepts in forest ecology, sampling theory, avian point-count methodologies, and wildlife management techniques.

FIELD TECHNICIAN (RESEARCH AIDE) (6-10 Positions) – Employer: The Ohio State University. Project: Columbus Riparian Project. Pay Rate: $7.55/hr (Approximately $1300/month at 40 hr/wk, plus possible overtime opportunities.) Work Week: Monday-Saturday, variable hours. Approximate Duration of Employment: 6 Apr – 31 Jul (17 weeks w/ potential for extension). Start and end dates are flexible. Job Description: The Terrestrial Wildlife Ecology Lab seeks field technicians to assist with its long-term avian urban ecology research in central Ohio. This is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in learning about urban ecology and gaining a diverse set of ornithological field skills. Work will be divided among three interrelated projects: 1. Breeding Bird Demography: Technicians will identify and spot-map birds, resight color bands, and search for and monitor Northern Cardinal and Acadian Flycatcher nests. Opportunities may exist to assist with target banding. 2. Predator Community Ecology: Technicians will survey for potential avian, mammalian and reptilian predators and assist in maintaining digital camera traps and remote video cameras at nests. 3. Post-fledging Ecology: Technicians may assist with radio-tagging juvenile birds and tracking with radio telemetry technology. Technicians will also be responsible for woody vegetation sampling and some data entry. Duties will vary by technician based on experience and aptitude. Work Location: Urban and rural riparian forested parks within the Columbus, OH metro area. Required Qualifications: Applicants must be able and willing to learn wildlife and vegetation identification techniques. They must have the physical capacity to: 1. Work alone in the outdoors for long hours under variable conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, mosquitoes). 2. Carry 30-40lbs of equipment in the field. 3. Read small color bands on rapidly moving songbirds in shrub and forest habitats (i.e. possess excellent eyesight). They also must be able to maturely handle potential public interactions at field sites, including people with dogs. Attention to detail and good time management skills are also helpful. Desired Qualifications: Previous field experience with birds and other wildlife is recommended but not required. A BS/BA in a biologically related field or work towards a college degree in biological sciences is preferred. APPLICATION PROCESS: A cover letter, résumé, and contact information for 3 references should be submitted (email preferred) to IAN AUSPREY, Graduate Research Associate, 210 Kottman Hall, 2021 Coffey Dr., Columbus, OH, 43210; (EM: ausprey.1 AT osu.edu). Review of applications will commence 18 Jan 2009 and continue until positions are filled. Additional Information: Housing is not provided, but many affordable short-term leases are available in the campus area. Applicants must have a valid driver's license, own a vehicle, and be willing to use their vehicle for project work. Some transportation will be provided to and from field sites (generally 40 minutes or less from OSU main campus), but it is likely that you will need to use your personal vehicle at times. Other personal equipment required for the project includes binoculars, compass, waterproof boots, and appropriate field attire.

SMITHSONIAN RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS – Applications are invited for Smithsonian research fellowships in the Division of Birds, National Museum of Natural History (due 15 Jan 2009). Now is the time for graduate students and post-doctoral scholars to begin planning their applications. Please visit this link (URL: http://www.si.edu/ofg/infotoapply.htm ) or contact one of us by email for further information. Potential sponsors in the Division of Birds are: Richard Banks, Zoologist Emeritus, USGS, (EM: banksr AT si.edu), (systematics of North American birds). Terry Chesser, Research Scientist, USGS, (EM: chessert AT si.edu) (North American birds; seasonal distribution of South American austral migrant birds; biogeography and systematics of birds; modern molecular and cladistic techniques for reconstruction of phylogeny, character evolution, and biogeographic history). Carla Dove, Research Scientist, NMNH, (EM: dovec AT si.edu) (forensic ornithology; researches microscopic variation in downy feather structures and identifies unknown feather samples retrieved from aircraft engines, wildlife cases, prey remains, and anthropological artifacts). Mercedes Foster, Research Scientist, NMNH, (EM: fosterm AT si.edu) (evolution, ecology, and behavior of birds; tropical ecology; biodiversity methods; frugivorous birds, fruit nutrition, and seed dispersal). Gary Graves, Curator of Birds, NMNH, (EM: gravesg AT si.edu) (avian macroecology; systematics and ecology of neotropical birds; breeding biology of wood warblers: hybridization in hummingbirds; stable isotope ecology). Helen James, Curator of Birds, NMNH, (EM: jamesh AT si.edu) (osteology and systematics of birds, evolution and extinction of Hawaiian birds, island biogeography and paleoecology). Storrs Olson, Senior Scientist, NMNH, (EM: olsons AT si.edu) (paleontology and systematics of birds, with emphasis on island avifaunas, evolution of seabirds, and neotropical biogeography). HELEN JAMES, Bird Division, MRC-116, National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, P.O. Box 37012, Washington DC 20013-7012 (PH: 202-633-0792).

FIELD ASSISTANT, Spring/Summer 2009: To work on an ongoing long-term study of the evolutionary ecology of western bluebird populations in northwestern Montana. Gain invaluable experience in a wide array of avian field techniques while living in a beautiful locale. Current work focuses on the ecology and evolution of behavior in response to this species' recent range expansion. Must be comfortable working alone and be physically fit (capable of carrying a moderately heavy backpack during mountain hiking). Experience in field ornithology is desirable and self-motivation, enthusiasm for learning and strong work ethic a must. Position starts in mid-Mar and continues through mid-Jul. We offer a small living stipend ($1000/month) and can assist in finding reasonably priced housing in nearby Missoula, MT. Must have your own transportation for the short (~5km) once-a-day commute to and from the main field site. E-mail a cover letter describing your research experience and why you are interested in this position and a resume along with the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least two references to DR. RENEE DUCKWORTH, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, University of Arizona (EM: rad3 AT email.arizona.edu). Please see (URL: http://www.u.arizona.edu/~rad3 ) for more information about the research projects.

SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGISTS–The Nature Conservancy needs 9 Black-capped Vireo Seasonal Field Biologists from 2 Mar to 26 Jun 2009 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 birds, find nests, monitor nests, map territories, conduct distance sampling surveys, and band both adults and nestlings. Pay is $13.00/hour and workers must provide their own housing. 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 hot, sunny environments with chiggers, fire ants, cacti, snakes, and poison ivy along with a colorful variety of birds and wildflowers. Some weekend work is expected. Applicants must have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree and a valid driver's license. 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 that includes contact information (e-mails and phone numbers) for 3 references. Visit http://www.nature.org/careers . Click “how to apply”, “view positions” and then conduct an advanced search for Job Opening ID 10618. Application deadline 23 Jan 2009 (but positions will be offered to qualified applicants as they apply – so apply soon). The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LEAD WILDLIFE TECHNICIAN – Work Location: Calpella or Fort Bragg, Mendocino County, CA. Reports To: Biologist. FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt. Full time position, beginning 9 Feb 2009. Application deadline: 31 Dec 2008. Applications may be submitted to SHERRY LITTLE (EM: slittle AT mendoco.com). SUMMARY: Survey and monitor threatened, endangered, and sensitive Threatened Endangered Sensitive (TES) species associated with Timber Harvest Plans (THPs), collect baseline biological data for species to be included in a future Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), and conduct surveys for non-TES species across MRC's property. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to the following. Other duties may be assigned. ?Northern Spotted Owl (NSO) surveys and monitoring ?Northern Spotted Owl (NSO) habitat measurements ?Diurnal surveys for TES species (e.g., Marbled Murrelet, Red Tree Vole, Point Arena Mountain Beaver) ?General biodiversity surveys for songbirds, herpetofauna, small mammals and mesocarnivores ?Database, office and field preparations ?Ability to care for and maintain rodent colony, feed live mice to NSOs to assess reproductive status ?Ability to work alone at night in remote areas (i.e. conducting night surveys on foot) and during inclement weather. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES A person working in this position acts a liaison between supervising staff and technicians, and is responsible for communicating department goals, protocols and procedures to field technicians but does not have direct performance appraisal responsibility for them. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from four-year College or university in Wildlife Biology or Forest Science, or related field; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience, including familiarity with safe capturing and handling of small mammals; familiarity with concepts in forest ecology, sampling theory, avian point-count methodologies, and wildlife management techniques. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus; ability to identify northern California birds visually and acoustically. The employee must have ability to use directional compass and topographical maps. WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside adverse weather and field conditions. As the employee is often required to use four-wheel drive, all terrain vehicles, and chainsaws, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: The personal protective equipment requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires eye protection, sleeve protection, safety shoes, leather/rubber gloves and ATV helmet. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: The travel requirements described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this Job. Position travels within a local nature (within 100) miles usually by truck. Must be able to operate an automobile, truck, and/or all terrain vehicle. Driver's record must be acceptable at the time of hire and during employment in accordance with Company policy. COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of GPS, working knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback' contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives.

GOLDEN-CHEEKED WARBLER SEASONAL FIELD BIOLOGIST POSITIONS with The Nature Conservancy. $13.00 per hour. This is a short-term position starting in Feb, 2009 and ending in Jun, 2009. BASIC QUALIFICATIONS include Associate's degree in natural resources, environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months of experience, experience working and communicating with a diverse group of people, and a valid driver's license. 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. Seasonal Field Biologists assist in collecting data that is used to assess population trend and examine possible causes of the trend. They will participate in a month and a half long training session where they will learn to mist net, color band, age and sex warblers, locate and monitor nests, and conduct point count surveys. Seasonal field biologists must provide their own housing and transportation to work. To apply you must complete an online application. Please fill in all fields of the online 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 contact information (phone numbers and e-mail addresses) for 3 references. Visit http://www.nature.org/careers . Click “how to apply”, “view positions” and then conduct an advanced search by Job opening ID 10614. Application deadline 23 Jan 2009 (but positions will be offered to qualified applicants as they apply).

SPRING 2009 BIRD-BANDING WORKSHOP IN THE PERUVIAN AMAZON (21-31 Mar 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 1 Feb 2009: DANIEL FROEHLICH (EM: dan AT ceccot.org, PH: 206-595-2305) or URSULA VALDEZ (EM: uvaldez AT ceccot.org, PH: 206-219-9924).

SOUTHWESTERN WILLOW FLYCATCHER FIELD TECHNICIANS NEEDED – Surveyors/Nest Monitors (2) 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. Positions run 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. Encounters/sightings of rattlesnakes, black bears, mountain lions, and bobcats are also possible. 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: $13-$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; FX: 928-779-2709). SWCA is an equal opportunity employer. Positions will be filled as qualified applicants are identified.

FIELD TECHNICIANS needed for a study of avian response to savanna and woodland restoration in the scenic Missouri Ozarks from mid-May to early Aug 2009. Duties include point counts, nest searching and monitoring for ground-nesting birds, and recording and entering data. Applicants should possess good hearing and be able to identify breeding birds of this region (or willing and able to learn prior to the field season), and have prior nest searching experience for songbirds. Must possess valid driver's license. We will provide field equipment, field vehicles, and housing (some positions may require some camping). Pay is $10-14 (DOE). Applicants must provide resume, cover letter detailing relevant experience, and 3 references (preferably from previous field positions). Send application materials by 30 Jan 2009 to: JENNIFER REIDY,(EM – preferred: jennifer.reidy AT gmail.com), 302 Natural Resources Blg., Columbia, MO 65211.

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