Natural Resources Technician – Wild Turkey Project (Eastern Maryland)

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Agency

Western MD Resource Conservation and Development Council / Maryland Dept. of Natural Resources

Location

Cambridge, MD

Job Category

Full time Positions

Salary

$22.00/hour

Start Date

11/15/2022

Last Date to Apply

09/23/2022

Description

In coordination with the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MD DNR) Wildlife and Heritage Service this position will serve as the lead technician for the Eastern Maryland study site of a multi-state wild turkey research project investigating reproductive ecology and gobbler harvest rates. The technician will work closely with MD DNR staff and help direct the activities of one seasonal technician during the summer months. The incumbent must be available to start in November 2022 (flexible) and will serve as a Natural Resources Technician for the duration of up to a one (1) year term, ending on October 31, 2023 as outlined by the MD DNR funding agreement. However, the position may be extended for up to 3 years depending on performance and funding availability. WORK DUTIES - Wild turkey trapping using rocket-nets and walk-in traps - Leg-banding, tagging, and disease sampling of captured birds - Radio-telemetry - Nest, brood, and mortality checks and investigations - Vegetation and habitat sampling - Data recording and processing - Operation and maintenance of tools and equipment used in the above duties including: rocket-nets, ATVs, and 4wd vehicles. - Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS The minimum qualifications for this position are a B.S. in Wildlife Ecology or related field (or at least 60 hours earned towards degree). Preferred qualifications include training or experience beyond the minimum listed above, including bird capture and tagging, radio-telemetry, game camera deployment, vegetation sampling, and proficiency with ArcGIS and other commonly used software used for data processing. In addition, the following are expected of applicants: - Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and landowners - Ability to work outside in rough terrain and tolerate insects and inclement weather - Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and/or weekends if necessary - Proficiency in use of computers and applications relevant to conservation is expected - Ability to read, interpret, and navigate with maps - The ability to work independently - A valid driver's license - Use of personal vehicle if needed (We will attempt to supply a work vehicle. But if not, federal mileage reimbursement rates will be paid - currently 62.5 cents per mile) - US Citizenship - A clean criminal record verified by a standard background check with local, state, and national law enforcement agencies. A security clearance is not a requirement - Must be willing to relocate or commute to Cambridge, Maryland and surrounding areas FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION Please go to our website at: www.wmrcd.org Please email Resume and Cover letter and 3 professional references to: [email protected]

Contact Person

Amanda Kirby

Contact eMail

[email protected]

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