Fall Migration 2009 - Seasonal Crew Positions

SEASONAL RAPTOR MIGRATION OBSERVERS (~ 10 positions), BANDERS (~ 3 positions), AND SITE INTERPRETERS (~ 6 positions) needed to staff fall migration projects in Texas, Arizona, Utah, Montana, New Mexico, Wyoming, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, with trapping and banding occurring only at the latter five sites.  Projects will run between mid-August and mid-November 2009, with specific dates varying by site.  Applicants will be considered for two types of positions.  Subject to site-specific funding availability and appropriate qualifications, experienced individuals may be recruited for Lead Observer and Lead Bander positions compensated with monthly reimbursement of $40 per diem ($1,200/month).  To be considered for such positions, applicants must have at least one and preferably two full seasons of prior experience either counting or trapping/banding migratory raptors.  Otherwise, applicants will be recruited as volunteers that receive a per diem of $35 ($1050-1,085/month).  Dispensation occurs every two weeks and per diem is considered non-taxable (i.e. crew members receive $525 + biweekly).  All selected applicants also will receive a $150 site-access travel stipend, and reimbursement for other work related travel and expenses.  All applicants must have good eyesight, be in good physical condition, be able to endure long hours in the field and variable weather, have demonstrated birding and/or raptor-in-flight I.D. skills, and must be able to work well in a team environment.  Observers will work in teams of 2 or 3 to conduct daily, standardized counts of the migrations.  All trapper/bander applicants must have experience with bird capture, handling, and banding techniques, preferably involving raptors.  All Site Interpreters will serve as general project assistants with a primary responsibility for facilitating visitor interactions and providing basic environmental interpretation for guests.  Weather permitting; all crewmembers will work mostly six days per week, with additional project support provided by qualified, local volunteers.  Most projects are in high-elevation remote areas, experience highly variable weather, and require camping on site, with alternative days-off and weather accommodations generally provided in nearby local communities.  At remote project sites, all crewmembers must supply their own camping gear; basic housing will be provided in Texas.  Send cover letter, detailed resume, 3 current references with phone numbers or e-mail addresses, and dates of availability preferably by email to mneal@hawkwatch.org This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Visit www.hawkwatch.org for project descriptions and past technical reports.  Positions are open until filled