Seasonal//Tx//Wildlife Field Biologist

[Christopher Hohnholt <cahohnho@xxxxxxx>]

Here's one for wildlifers.  I believe Fort Hood is in Texas.  Ahhh Texas...

JOB TITLE:                Golden-cheeked warbler seasonal field biologist 

SALARY:                     $13.00/hour (Housing not provided) 

START DATE :            February, 2009 

  

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 

��          AssociateR17;s degree in natural resources, environmental studies or equivalent combination of education and 6 months of experience.   Bachelors degree preferred. 

��          Experience managing and prioritizing tasks from multiple sources. 

��          Experience performing administrative duties emphasizing detail-oriented and numerical tasks. 

��          Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite software. 

��          Experience working and communicating with a diverse group of people 

��          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 

  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 


The Seasonal Field Biologist provides research assistance to The Nature Conservancy���s Fort Hood program staff.   The Nature Conservancy, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, is conducting long-term monitoring of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler on Fort Hood, an 87,890-ha military post.   Seasonal Field Biologists assist in collecting data that is used to assess population trends and examine possible causes of those trends.   Seasonal field biologists mist net and color band warblers, delineate territories, locate and monitor nests, conduct point count surveys, complete and verify data sheets, and maintain a field journal, work vehicle, and other field equipment.   Seasonal field biologists must provide their own housing and transportation to work.   This is a short-term position starting in February, 2009 and ending in June, 2009. 

  

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT: 

The Seasonal Field Biologist will work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.   These conditions include the following: 

��          variable work hours ��� hours will range from 35-55 hours per week 

��          require physical exertion and/or muscular strain 

��          present occasional possibility of injury 

��          starting work before sunrise 

��          exposure to heat and intense sunshine 

��          require long hours in isolated settings 

��          contact with poison ivy, chiggers, fire ants, scorpions, and venomous snakes 

��          extensive walking through brush, over loose rocks, and on steep slopes 

  

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 January 23, 2009 (but positions will be offered to qualified applicants as they apply). 

    

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