NY Breeding Bird Atlas Point Count Technicians

Cornell Univeristy, United States

Updated: about 1 year ago
Location: New York City, NEW YORK
Job Type: Temporary
Deadline: 28 Feb 2023

Agency
Cornell Univeristy
Location
New York State
Job Category
Temporary/Seasonal Positions
Salary
$19.25/hr and mileage reimbursement or rental vehicle
Start Date
05/18/2023
Last Date to Apply
02/28/2023
Website
https://ebird.org/atlasny
Description
Job Description: The New York Breeding Bird Atlas III (https://ebird.org/atlasny) is hiring a team of 12 (twelve) point counter temporary research technicians to conduct surveys throughout New York State during the summer of 2023. The Temporary Research Technicians will conduct avian point count surveys at assigned roadside locations and some off-road locations, record distances and behavior codes of individual birds, and enter data into a database. Surveys will occur on both public and private land in all habitat types in New York State. Excellent bird identification skills by sight and song and comfort working alone in remote areas is required. Point counters will be trained and expected to use automated recording units. This is a great opportunity to travel and contribute meaningfully to the conservation of bird populations in New York State through documenting the nearly 250 species of birds breeding in the State.
Qualifications
Qualifications: Research Technicians must be physically able to access survey locations and be able to identify all New York land and water birds by sight and sound. Candidates should have experience collecting data in the field and maintaining proper fieldnotes. Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to work early mornings and long hours in a variety of conditions. Will be expected to work independently, follow all protocols, and navigate by GPS on and off-road. Successful candidates will be very organized and possess excellent communication skills. Experience conducting songbird point counts desired. Prior experience working alone is a plus as is ability to interact with private landowners. Compensation: $19.25/hour. Hotels and a rental vehicle and/or mileage reimbursement will be provided. Technicians are responsible for providing their own binoculars, smartphone, and food. To Apply: Please include a cover letter and resume or CV indicating your interest and qualifications, location preference (if any), and the names and contact information (email and phone) of 2-3 references, including at least 2 that can attest to your birding skills. Applications must be submitted using the Cornell University System here: https://tinyurl.com/y8sp9jhj When applying through our system, please attach your application materials (resume and cover letter). You can upload documents either by “dragging and dropping” them into the dropbox or by using the “upload” icon on the application page. For more detailed instructions on how to apply to a job at Cornell, visit How We Hire on the HR website. If you are an internal employee, please log in to Workday.
Contact Person
Dr. Angela Fuller
Contact eMail
[email protected]

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