Seasonal Conservation Assistant

## Seasonal Conservation Assistant Apply locations:
Naples, FLtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition :
JR1183
** About Audubon
** The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet.

Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more ubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
** Position Summary**:

Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary and the Blair Audubon Center is one of the National Audubon Society's premiere centers. Operating as part of the Audubon Florida state program, the Sanctuary unites visitor and education experiences with science-based conservation to understand, protect and restore habitats on its 13,000 acres and its regional and connected watershed and public lands corridors. Conservation Assistant will report to the Director of Conservation and will assist with field and office activities associated with the Sanctuary’s Western Everglades Research Center and its science-based land stewardship program.

Specific activities will depend on seasonal hydrology and weather, but may include a combination plant, aquatic fauna (small fish and crayfish), amphibian, reptile, wading bird, and mammal monitoring, laboratory processing of aquatic fauna samples and camera trap images, entering and managing data, and serving as a member of the Sanctuary’s Prescribed Fire Team.

This is a seasonal, 26-week, full-time (40-hours per week) position beginning September 2026, based at Audubon’s Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary (Naples, FL).Rustic, shared accommodations are available on-site, as a taxable employment benefit.  Please indicate in your application if you require on-site housing.

Compensation:$19.00 / hour
** Additional

Job Description
**** Essential Functions
*** Assist with collection of field data, including downloading water level data, collecting aquatic fauna (fish, macroinvertebrates, amphibians, reptiles), conducting wading bird surveys (using UAV and manned fixed-wing aircraft), completing herpetofauna surveys, vegetation surveys, and maintaining camera traps.
* Precisely follow data collection protocols.
* Maintain clear, accurate, and organized field records and assist with data entry and data management.
* Identify, preserve, and catalogue aquatic fauna and identify mammals in camera trap images.
* Assist with prescribed fire under the supervision of experienced Prescribed Fire Team members.
* Ensure basic preventative maintenance and safe operation of off-road vehicles and equipment.
* Foster a culture of safety within the Sanctuary’s Conservation Team.
* Maintain consistently clear and professional communication with Sanctuary staff, visitors, donors, visiting colleagues, and others.
* Communicate conservation science to technical and lay audiences, which may include assistance with preparation of technical publications, public presentations, generating social media posts, and interacting with volunteers, members and donors.
* Other job-related duties as assigned.
** Qualifications and Experience
*** Pursuing or have recently completed a degree in biology or a related field.
* Meticulous attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
* Ability to learn species-level identification of plants and animals is required. Knowledge of South Florida ecosystems is preferred.
* The successful candidate must demonstrate an ability to pivot and adapt to changing circumstances and work conditions, and an ability to improvise and problem-solve in the field.
* Ability to work…