Posted in Other about 3 hours ago.
Location: New York, California
Compensation:
$15.00 / hour
Monitor nesting birds and conduct minimum weekly counts of nests, chicks, and fledged young of each nesting species; report data in the Florida Shorebird Database and Excel spreadsheets as directed by the supervisor.
Assist site managers and partners with installing symbolic fencing around new nest areas as needed.
Conduct public outreach at beach-nesting sites on weekends and holidays, to target maximum number of beachgoers and prevent nest disturbance. Hours may run longer or change as needed, and overtime is anticipated on holiday weekends.
Assist with recruitment of volunteers; train and schedule volunteers to chaperone nesting birds and to conduct public outreach at nesting sites on weekends and holidays.
Work closely and communicate with site managers and other Audubon staff, external partners, and volunteers in a positive and professional manner at all times.
Assist with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in all aspects of our work.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong data collection and organizational skills.
Experience recruiting, training, supporting, and scheduling volunteers preferred.
Works well independently and with other staff, partners, and volunteers.
Capability of carrying field equipment in Florida summer field conditions while traversing up to 5 miles on sandy beaches, with or without accommodation.
Ability to move 30 lbs., with or without accommodation.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to complete assigned tasks.
Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and some evenings.
Familiarity with Pinellas County beaches preferred.
Previous experience with shorebird and seabird monitoring and stewardship is helpful, but not required.
Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
Must have a positive and diplomatic attitude.
Must have an interest in conservation and passion for the mission of the National Audubon Society.
Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search.
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