Wetland Bird and Frog Survey Technician - Ontario Region

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

WETLAND BIRD AND FROG SURVEY TECHNICIAN

Bird Studies Canada seeks one (1) Wetland Bird and Frog Survey Technician to conduct point count surveys in Great Lakes coastal marshes in Lake Huron, Erie, and Ontario. Under the guidance of the Ontario Program Scientist, the Wetland Bird and Frog Survey Technician will:

• Work as part of a crew to prepare for and conduct point count surveys of wetland birds and calling frogs in the field using standardized survey protocols;
• Enter survey data into an online database throughout and/or after the field season; and
• Assist the Ontario Program Scientist to complete other tasks associated with the project as needed.

This is a salaried term contract position:

• The contract begins 12 May 2014 and extends 11 weeks in duration, ending 25 July 2014.

To qualify for the position, the successful applicant must:

• be a Canadian citizen;
• have a valid driver's license;
• have demonstrated ability to identify birds by sight and sound and frogs and toads by sound that breed in southern and central Ontario wetlands (e.g., treed swamps, wet meadows, marshes);
• be able to camp and work outdoors under harsh conditions (heat, biting insects) for long periods of time, including working outdoors at night to survey calling frogs;
• have valid standard First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or be willing to obtain it;
• be willing and able to travel to Port Rowan, Ontario at her/his expense throughout the duration of the contract;
• have a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a group.

The successful applicant will also very likely:

• at a minimum, possess a Bachelor of Science or equivalent community college diploma in biological, environmental, or wildlife science or another similar subject;
• be familiar with Great Lakes Marsh Monitoring Program survey protocols or similar bird and frog field survey techniques;
• have canoeing skills and be certified (or can easily be certified) to operate small outboard boat motors and small vessels in Ontario;
• have excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills;
• have proficient computer skills with typical applications like MS Word and Excel;
• have practical knowledge and experience using maps and GPSs.

Prior to doing field surveys successful candidates will be required to attend a mandatory one-day training session at Bird Studies Canada headquarters in Port Rowan, Ontario, although alternative arrangements are possible if excessive travel prevents attendance.

Value of Term Contract

$2,100-$2,500/month, depending on experience, plus transportation, accommodation, and food covered by the project during field work.

Competition open until 15 March 2014 or until suitable candidates found. Qualified candidates should submit an application that:

1. outlines how they meet the qualifications outlined above; and
2. includes names, titles, and contact information (including e-mail addresses) of at least three references to:

Dr. Doug Tozer Ontario Program Scientist Bird Studies Canada P.O. Box 160 Port Rowan, Ontario N0E 1M0 e-mail: dtozer@birdscanada.org

Applications submitted as e-mail attachments are preferred.

Bird Studies Canada appreciates the interest of all of those who apply for this position, but only those applicants who qualify for an interview will be contacted.