Black Bear Hair Snare Technician

Posting Number

G/R29014P

Black Bear Hair Snare Technician

Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

Employee

05/15/2025

04/10/2025

Yes

Other South Georgia Area

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

The University of Georgia’s – South Georgia Bear Project (SGBP) is looking for highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and self‑sufficient individuals to join the summer hair snare survey crew. Work will be conducted on a combination of public and private properties across 11 counties in South Georgia (centered around the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge). Free shared housing and field vehicles will be provided.

Technicians will be primarily responsible for constructing, repairing, and monitoring barbed wire hair snares, beginning in early May and extending to early August. Hair snare monitoring efforts are part of a multi‑year research project tasked with assessing South Georgia’s black bear population abundance and genetic diversity. Primary duties include hair snare deployment, data entry, processing of field samples, and equipment maintenance.

Ideal applicants will be comfortable operating 4×4 vehicles and UTVs over challenging terrain and can navigate with a handheld GPS unit, carry 30‑lb backpacks, work in hot and humid conditions, and navigate remote areas. Flexibility to work long hours, unusual schedules, and willingness to assist with bear captures is desired.

• Construct, repair, and monitor barbed wire hair snares from early May to early August.
• Deploy hair snares, enter and process field data, and maintain equipment.
• Participate in monitoring efforts that support a multi‑year research project on black bear population and genetics.
• Operate 4×4 vehicles, UTVs, and handheld GPS units in challenging terrain.
• Carry 30‑lb backpacks, work in hot and humid conditions, and navigate remote areas safely.

• Organized, detail‑oriented, self‑sufficient field data recorder.
• Strong communication skills; able to professionally represent the University of Georgia in the field.
• Experience operating 4×4 vehicles, hooking and pulling trailers, and driving on rough terrain.
• Willingness to work long hours and unusual schedules.
• Currently pursuing or holding credentials in wildlife biology or related fields (preferred).
• Physical stamina and positive attitude for challenging field conditions.

• Carry up to 30‑lb backpacks during fieldwork.
• Work in hot and humid environments with insects, tough topography, and hazardous wildlife.
• Drive 4×4 vehicles and UTVs as required.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a background investigation, including a criminal background check, credential verification, and (if applicable) a satisfactory credit check. A pre‑employment drug test may be required for high‑risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website for details.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Cody Cox
Email: codycox
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