Long Point Bird Observatory Program Coordinator

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Long Point Bird Observatory Program Coordinator

Job Type: Full-time or seasonal depending on qualifications and desire.
Duration: Full-time position: 1 March 2015 to 31 March 2016. Seasonal position: April 1 to December 1, 2015.
Application Deadline: January 15, 2015

Job Description: Bird Studies Canada is seeking motivated and highly skilled personnel to coordinate the programs and day to day operation of the Long Point Bird Observatory. This includes the Migration Monitoring Program, Young Ornithologists' Workshop/Internship, aspects of Tree Swallow Project, Breeding Bird Census Project, Latin American Training Program, and the operation and maintenance of three research stations. The position is renewable annually based upon performance and funding. Applicants must have exceptional bird identification skills by sight and sound! Knowledge and enjoyment of all other aspects of natural history is preferred. Applicants must also have an excellent working knowledge of landbird migration, stopover ecology and conservation, bird monitoring techniques including censusing, counting, banding, and standardized field protocols and manuals. Previous banding (at least 2000 birds banded) and bander training experience with a strong emphasis on passerines is required. Certification as a Bander or Trainer by the North American Banding Council is desirable. A BSc. in biology (or equivalent field experience) is desirable, as is experience working or volunteering at a migration monitoring or research/field station. Strong leadership and mentoring skills are needed to oversee a small cadre of volunteers and seasonal field staff and take charge of a major research and monitoring operation. Motorboat and 4x4 experience, basic handy-person skills and a working knowledge of windows-based computer programs are beneficial. Additional analytic and writing skills are also highly desirable. The position is well suited for someone who is an instinctive birder, loves being outdoors and doing fieldwork, enjoys excellent physical health, is very well organized, demonstrates initiative, and has an exceptional work ethic and interpersonal skills. The starting monthly wage will be $2200-2500 CDN (plus legal benefits) depending on qualifications and experience. Costs of field food, accommodation, and travel are provided.

To apply: Please submit by email a cover letter, resume (including names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of 3 references) to:

Stuart Mackenzie,
LPBO Program Manager,
Bird Studies Canada
519-586-3531(x 162); Fax: 519-586-3532;
Email: smackenzie@birdscanada.org

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Closing date for competition: 15 January 2015. Only eligible candidates will be contacted.