Ruffed Grouse Field Technician

Ruffed Grouse Field Technician

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Position Details Posting Number G/R34814P Working Title Ruffed Grouse Field Technician Department Warnell-Research About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 03/01/2027 Posting Date 09/23/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

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• Bird point count surveys
  - Percentage of time 60
• Searching for drumming logs; collecting fecal samples
  - Percentage of time 15
• Data entry
  - Percentage of time 10
• Traveling to field sites
  - Percentage of time 10
• Operating and setting up song meters
  - Percentage of time 5

Position Information Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Position Summary We are seeking two or three field technicians to survey Ruffed Grouse across North Georgia. Primary duties will be to conduct standard roadside grouse surveys, and search for grouse drumming logs to obtain samples for genetic analysis. Technicians will also be responsible for set‑up, take‑down, and monitoring of Automated Recording Units (ARUs). Technicians will enter data on a daily basis.

Daily working hours will vary depending on distance to survey points each morning, but expect very early mornings to early/mid‑afternoon work schedules. Field housing and a work vehicle will be provided.

Primary Duties:

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience,…