FL Black Rail Field Technician

Job Requisition: JR102147 FL Black Rail Field Technician (Open) Job Posting

Title:

FL Black Rail Field Technician Department: CC00050 WM001 | PROV | Center for Conservation Biology Job Family:
Staff
- Lab & Research Support Worker Sub Type:
Wage-Temporary (requires end date - non-benefited) (Fixed Term) (Fixed Term) Job

Requisition Primary

Location:

Remote Work
- Florida Primary Job Posting

Location:

Posting Location
- William & Mary

Job Description

Summary:

The Center for Conservation Biology (CCB) seeks field technicians to conduct crepuscular call-back surveys for Black Rails and other secretive marsh birds in high marsh habitats within Everglades National Park and Big Cypress National Preserve, FL from 15 Feb - 15 May 2027. This project aims to describe the eastern black rail breeding season in South Florida and address key data gaps to improve management of this species.

Both properties boast endless recreational opportunities including fishing, kayaking, beach combing, birding, stargazing, among many others, making them an outdoors man's paradise. Field vehicles and equipment will be provided Pay rate is up to $15.50/hr commensurate with experience

• Technicians must possess the ability to navigate using GPS and through marsh/scrub habitats to point count locations.
• Technicians should be familiar with bird survey techniques and able to identify birds found in Florida wetlands by sight and sound, or be experienced birders that can learn new songs/calls quickly.

• Experience in coastal marshes
• Experience hiking in coastal marshes
• Experience conducting call back surveys
• Ability to operate an ATV.

Applicants will need to be physically capable of accomplishing the work and willing to work early mornings and late evenings. Most surveys will be roadside but technicians must be able to traverse marsh type habitat to deploy cameras and conduct vegetation/habitat surveys. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and will be required to pass a standard background check. This is a non-exempt position, which may be eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.

This position is restricted based on the availability of funding.

• 100%- Field Research:
  Call back surveys:
  Surveys will be a mix of roadside, ATV-accessible, and hiking. Call back surveys will primarily be crepuscular: 30 minutes before sunrise to 3 hours after sunrise; 3 hours before sunset to 30 minutes after sunset. Both survey periods (early and late) will occasionally be surveyed during the same day. Technician will also deploy trail cameras and analyze photos to identify nesting and completion of chick rearing.
  
  Surveys will be a mix of roadside, ATV-accessible, and hiking. Technicians will be responsible for entering and proofing all data collected

Job Profile: JP0215 - Laboratory & Research Technician
- Nonexempt
- Hourly - H04

Qualifications:

Pay Rate Type:
Hourly Compensation Grade: H04 Recruiting

Start Date:

Position Restrictions:
Restricted Funds & Restricted Term

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