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Show me jobs like this one| Job Ref: | 40688 |
| Employer: |
Nature Conservancy. |
| State/Province: | Virginia |
| Type of Employment: | Full Time |
| Job Description: |
OFFICE LOCATION Nassawadox, Virginia (VA) ABOUT US The Nature Conservancy is the leading conservation organization working to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States, and your backyard. Founded in 1951, the mission of The Nature Conservancy is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Visit www.nature.org/aboutus to learn more. TNC BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Seasonal Shorebird/Waterbird Lead Field Technician will assist conservation scientists with monitoring, research, and management activities for nesting shorebirds and colonial waterbirds on the barrier islands and marshes of the Virginia Coast Reserve. The Lead Field Technician will be responsible for establishing and following weekly work plans based on monitoring priorities, weather, tides and the schedules of other staff and partners. He/she will be responsible for communicating directly with the Bird Conservation Specialist on a daily basis and will work closely with a Seasonal Field Technician to accomplish all tasks. Monitoring and research activities include: shorebird (Piping Plover and American Oystercatcher) and waterbird surveys (terns and skimmers), shorebird and waterbird productivity monitoring, American Oystercatcher banding and resighting and data entry. Management activities include: posting and patrolling bird colonies on the barrier islands, educating island visitors about beach nesting birds, maintaining signage and conducting visitor use surveys. The position requires one to keep organized, detailed daily field notes, operate a boat to be used for access to the barrier islands, and perform daily maintenance on boats. Additional duties may be assigned. COMPLEXITY/PROBLEM SOLVING
DISCRETION/LATITUDE/DECISION-MAKING
RESPONSIBILITY/OVERSIGHT – FINANCIAL & SUPERVISORY
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS
ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
AUTO SAFETY POLICY This position requires a valid driver's license and compliance with the Conservancy's Auto Safety Program. Employees may not drive Conservancy-owned/leased vehicles, rental cars, or personal vehicles on behalf of the Conservancy if considered "high risk drivers." Please see further details in the Auto Safety Program document available at www.nature.org/careers. 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. WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL EFFORT
BENEFITS-SHORT TERM POSITIONS The Nature Conservancy offers competitive compensation, a 401k plan, flexible work policies and a collaborative work environment. We also provide professional development opportunities and promote from within. As a result, you will find a culture that supports and inspires conservation achievement and personal development, both within the workplace and beyond. TNC SALARY INFORMATION
TO APPLY To apply to position number 40688, submit resume and cover letter as one document. All applications must be submitted in the system prior to 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on January 27, 2013. Failure to complete all of the required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. You must click “submit” to apply for the position. You may select “save for later” if you prefer to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. If you are experiencing technical issues, please refer to our applicant user guide or contact applyhelp@tnc.org . EOE STATEMENT The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy’s background screening process. |
| Post Date: | 01/05/2013 |
