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  1. Position Summary We are currently hiring two Seasonal Shorebird Field Technicians to work with our New York Coast program on Long Island, NY for the 2024 field season (late March– early August). The field technicians will work closely with other Audubon staff to reduce threats to priority coastal birds like the Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, and Least Tern. This position will focus on conducting beach-nesting bird productivity surveys, stewarding nesting areas, surveying migrating shorebirds, and assessing the impact of human disturbance on shorebirds. Work may include, but is not limited to: locating and monitoring Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, and Least Tern nests and chicks to determine reproductive success; putting up and maintaining string fencing and signage around nesting areas; installing predator exclosures around Piping Plover nests; closely coordinating field work and schedules with partners and volunteers; interacting with beach-goers regarding coastal birds; documenting and reporting human disturbance and other issues to land managers and law enforcement officials; collecting human disturbance data for a region-wide shorebird disturbance study; assist Coastal Program Manager in disturbance management and event coordination; entering and managing survey data; and, assisting with outreach and volunteer events. The technician will be required to walk long distances (up to 7 miles) on sandy and rocky beaches, carry and use equipment (i.e. binoculars, post pounders, fence posts), work independently without supervision, and talk to beach-goers about beach-nesting bird conservation. The candidates chosen will be expected to work 5 days per week (usually 35 hours). Some weekend and holiday work will be required. The technician will be required to use their personal vehicle to access field sites that are located across Long Island. Travel will be reimbursed. Housing maybe provided. Compensation: $17.00 / hour Essential Functions Assist the Coast Program Manager in monitoring and protecting shorebirds and seabirds including Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatcher, disturbance management and nesting site protection. Participate in nest searching and monitoring of reproductive success. Monitor and record behavior of nesting birds. Use binoculars and/or a spotting scope to locate, identify, and count Piping Plovers, Least Terns, American Oystercatchers, and migratory shorebirds. Set up and maintain protective fencing and signs at nesting areas and assist in erecting predator exclosures at Piping Plover nests. Conduct focal behavior surveys of shorebirds and record human disturbance. Record and enter data into Excel and monitor database. Document updates from the field. Coordinate and work with other staff, partners, land managers and volunteers Talk to beachgoers about beach-nesting bird when necessary. Write an end-of-season report. Qualifications and Experience Working to or currently have a bachelor’s degree in biology, Ecology, Conservation, Natural sciences, or related field preferred, or multiple years of experience carrying out similar field work. Prior field experience is required and experience with shorebirds is preferred. Strong work ethic with comfort working in an independent environment. Strong attention to detail. Willingness to work outdoors for long periods of time in adverse conditions (i.e. hot, humid) Ability to walk long distances (up to 7 miles), transport and carry heavy equipment (tents, tables, post pounders, fence posts), and drive to beaches in eastern and western Long Island, NY Experience with Microsoft Office software, specifically Excel. Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle.
  2. Position Summary Audubon’s Women in Conservation program provides career opportunities for young women in the environmental field. Each spring and summer, we offer seasonal positions for young women to advance our conservation work and further develop young conservationists’ skills and knowledge in the field of wildlife conservation. These positions provide an array of different professional experiences in conservation, including: Field research Habitat stewardship Education and outreach Communication We are currently hiring one Seasonal Shorebird (Women in Conservation) Technician to work with our New York Coast Program on Long Island, NY for the 2024 field season (late April – mid August). The WIC Technician will work closely with other Audubon staff to reduce threats to priority coastal birds like the Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, and Least Tern. The position will focus on conducting beach-nesting bird productivity surveys, stewarding nesting areas, surveying migrating shorebirds, and assessing the impact of human disturbance on shorebirds. Work may include, but is not limited to: locating and monitoring Piping Plover, American Oystercatcher, and Least Tern nests and chicks to determine reproductive success; putting up and maintaining string fencing and signage around nesting areas; installing predator exclosures around Piping Plover nests; closely coordinating field work and schedules with partners and volunteers; interacting with beach-goers regarding coastal birds; documenting and reporting human disturbance and other issues to land managers and law enforcement officials; entering and managing survey data; and, assisting with outreach and volunteer events. Audubon New York's seasonal field technicians gain hands-on beach-nesting bird monitoring, coastal stewardship, project coordination, and outreach experience. The candidate chosen for the position will be expected to work 5 days per week (usually 35 hours). Some weekend and holiday work will be required. The technician will be required to use their personal vehicle to access field sites that are located across Long Island. Travel will be reimbursed. Housing maybe provided. Applicants will be accepted until the position is filled. This is an onsite role based in Long Island, NY. Compensation: $17.00 / hour Essential Functions Assist the Coast Program Manager in monitoring and protecting Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatchers. Participate in nest searching and monitoring of reproductive success. Monitor and record behavior of nesting birds. Use binoculars and/or a spotting scope to locate, identify, and count Piping Plovers, Least Terns, American Oystercatchers, and migratory shorebirds. Set up and maintain protective fencing and signs at nesting areas and assist in erecting predator exclosures at Piping Plover nests. Record and enter data into Excel and monitoring software database. Document updates from the field. Talk to beachgoers about beach-nesting birds. Assist the Coast Program Manager and other staff in beach-nesting bird outreach activities. Work with Communication team to create conservation stories for social media. Qualifications and Experience Female identifying individuals working to or currently have a degree in Biology, Ecology, Conservation, Natural sciences, or related field preferred, or multiple years of experience carrying out similar field work." Strong communications skills and an interest in engaging and communicating with a diverse public audience A strong work ethic with comfort working independently Willingness to work outdoors for long periods of time in adverse conditions (i.e., hot, humid) Ability to walk long distances (up to 7 miles), transport and carry heavy equipment (tents, tables, post pounders, fence posts), and drive to beaches in eastern and western Long Island, NY Willingness to work on busy beach days, holiday weekends, and some evenings Prior shorebird and/or field experience is not required, but a willingness to learn about beach-nesting bird biology and conservation is Ability to speak Spanish and/or other languages is preferred but not required Must hold a valid driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle
  3. Position Summary As part of an Atlantic Flyway-wide Coast project within Audubon, the Long Island Bird Conservation Program (LIBCP) aims to better understand and protect at-risk shorebirds in New York. The LIBCP works with partners to monitor and protect Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatchers at various sites on Long Island, performs and organizes International Shorebird Surveys, and conducts outreach and education to target audiences to reduce disturbances to shorebirds. We are currently looking for a seasonal outreach technician for the 2024 field season (late March- early August). To help reduce disturbances to beach-nesting and migratory shorebirds, Audubon New York launched the “Be a Good Egg” outreach campaign in 2013. We use education, social marketing, and citizen science to decrease human threats to shorebirds and seabirds. We target areas where human disturbance has been a threat to beach-nesting birds and/or there is a need for a reduction in human disturbance and/or stronger community support for beach protection measures. We host on-the-beach outreach events to educate beach-goers and encourage them to sign a pledge to share the shore with beach-nesting birds. Work may include, but is not limited to, leading on-the-beach outreach events; coordinating schedules with partners, volunteers, and land managers; and acting as a liaison between birds and beach-goers. To be able to communicate beach nesting bird biology and conservation needs to the public, this position will also assist with the stewardship and monitoring of breeding Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatcher by locating nests and chicks to determine reproductive success, putting up and maintaining string fencing and signs around nesting areas, and installing predator exclosures at Piping Plover nests. The outreach technician will be required to lead Be a Good Egg outreach events, talk to beach-goers about beach-nesting bird conservation, work independently without supervision, walk long distances (up to 7 miles) on sandy and rocky beaches, and carry and use equipment (i.e. binoculars, outreach event supplies, post pounders, fence posts). The candidate chosen for this position will be expected to work 5 days a week (usually 35 hours). Weekend and holiday work will be required, especially in June and July. Technicians will be required to use their personal vehicle to access sites that are located on both the north and south shore of Long Island. Mileage will be reimbursed. Housing may be available. This position is on site based out of our Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Center in Oyster Bay, Long Island. Compensation: $16.00-$18.00 / hour Essential Functions Assist the center director and coasts program associate and other staff in planning Be a Good Egg outreach activities Work with land managers to obtain permissions and permits for events Lead on-the-beach outreach events Engage and educate beach-goers about beach-nesting birds and their conservation needs Distribute educational and promotional materials to beach-goers Encourage beach-goers to sign a pledge to “share the beach” with beach-nesting birds Set up and transport outreach equipment, including a canopy tent, table, camp chairs, educational materials, and water and snacks for volunteers, to outreach events Create social media posts, take site photos Inventory, order and maintain program materials and supplies Coordinate and work with interns, volunteers, partners, and land managers Organize and implement volunteer training sessions and schedule volunteer shifts Use binoculars and/or a spotting scope to locate and/or identify piping plovers, least terns, American oystercatchers, and migratory shorebirds Assist in nest searching and monitoring of shorebird reproductive success Assist in setting up and maintain protective fencing and signs at nesting areas Assist in erecting predator exclosures at piping plover nests Carefully and neatly record data on specified data sheets Enter data into excel and ebird as needed Qualifications and Experience A B.A. in environmental education, environmental science, biology, or a related field and/or prior experience with outreach is preferred. Applicants must have strong communication skills and attention to detail. Applicants should be comfortable engaging and communicating with a diverse public audience and must be willing to work on busy beach days and holiday weekends. The ability to speak Spanish and/or other languages is preferred but not required. Ability to work outdoors for long periods of time in adverse conditions (hot, humid, buggy), a good work ethic, and an ability to work unsupervised is required. Prior shorebird and/or field experience is not required, but a willingness to learn about beach-nesting bird biology and conservation is. Applicants must be able to walk long distances (up to 7 miles), carry heavy equipment (tents, tables, post pounders, fence posts), and drive to both north shore and south shore Long Island field sites. Must have valid Driver’s License in good standing. Excellent organizational skills, written and verbal communication skills, and computer literacy, particularly word-processing, e-mail, and database functions required. Proficient in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and social media
  4. Position Summary The Seasonal Coastal Outreach Internship is a great opportunity to learn how to help reduce disturbances to beach-nesting and migratory shorebirds. Audubon New York launched the “Be a Good Egg” outreach campaign in 2013. We use education, social marketing, and citizen science to decrease human threats to shorebirds and seabirds. We target areas where human disturbance has been a threat to beach-nesting birds and/or there is a need for a reduction in human disturbance and/or stronger community support for beach protection measures. We host on-the-beach outreach events to educate beach-goers and encourage them to sign a pledge to share the shore with beach-nesting birds. We also host community engagement events, such as tern shelter building, string fencing installation days, and beach clean-ups. The outreach intern will work with the Outreach Technician to learn about on-the-beach outreach events and how to act as a liaison between birds and beach-goers. They will also learn about the stewardship and monitoring of breeding Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatcher. The Outreach Intern will be required to assist in hosting Be a Good Egg outreach events, talk to beach-goers about beach-nesting bird conservation, walk long distances (up to 5 miles) on sandy and rocky beaches, and carry and use equipment (i.e. binoculars, outreach event supplies, post pounders, fence posts). The intern will write an article about their learning experience with Audubon New York’s Long Island Coast program. This article will be published in our newsletter in the fall. This position is temporary, part-time, and scheduled for 15 hours per week for 6 weeks. This role is on-site at the Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Center in Oyster Bay, NY. Compensation: $16.00 / hour Essential Functions Intern Responsibilities and Learning Objectives During the internship, you will work with the Outreach Technician to: Assist in planning Be a Good Egg outreach activities Engage and educate beach-goers about beach-nesting birds and their conservation needs Distribute educational and promotional materials to beach-goers Encourage beach-goers to sign a pledge to “share the beach” with beach-nesting birds Set up outreach equipment, including a canopy tent, table, camp chairs, educational materials, and water and snacks for volunteers Use binoculars and/or a spotting scope to locate and/or identify Piping Plovers, Least Terns, American Oystercatchers, and migratory shorebirds Assist in leading bird walks for the public Enter data into Excel and e-bird as needed Prepare and organize outreach materials, and other office tasks. Assist in leading children’s activities at our outreach events Internship Benefits Interns will gain experience and knowledge in the following: Long Island coastal conservation and the protection of Long Island Sound and it’s habitats. Public speaking and interaction with the public, public program planning and logistics. The stewardship and monitoring of breeding Piping Plovers, Least Terns, and American Oystercatchers. They will learn about how the data determines nest success for threatened and endangered shorebirds. How human behavior change can protect threatened and endangered birds, and what those desired behavior changes are. Connecting people to nature through conservation messaging for the protection of species and habitat of concern. Intern Schedule The Intern will be expected to work 2 days a week, including one weekday and one weekend day. This internship is geared towards high school and college students 16-20 years old and will run for six weeks from approximately June 24, 2024 to August 4, 2024. Transportation will be required to the TRSAC in Oyster Bay and to north shore outreach sites. Projected Start Date June 24th 2024, and projected end date is August 4th 2024 Qualifications and Experience Intern must be 16- 20 years old and have an interest in environmental education, environmental science, biology, or a related field. Applicants must have strong communications skills and attention to detail. Applicants should be comfortable engaging and communicating with a diverse public audience and must be willing to work on busy beach days and holiday weekends. The ability to speak Spanish and/or other languages is preferred, but not required. Ability to work outdoors for long periods in adverse conditions and have a good work ethic. Prior shorebird and/or field experience is not required, but a willingness to learn about beach-nesting bird biology and conservation is. Applicants must be able to walk long distances (up to 5 miles), carry equipment (tents, tables, post pounders, fence posts). Must have transportation to Oyster Bay and the north shore Long Island field sites in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
  5. Position Summary Reporting to Audubon Mid-Atlantic’s (AMA) Coastal Program Manager, the Avian Biologist, Coastal, is a new position in Audubon Mid-Atlantic’s growing coastal conservation team and plays a core role in implementing Audubon’s conservation goals across Maryland’s eastern shore. The Avian Biologist’s main responsibility will be to provide essential field and data support to restoration and resilience projects, by monitoring and assessing bird populations and their habitats in coastal environments. The monitoring program will allow us to assess the effectiveness of innovative restoration techniques, and to track bird populations and habitat condition at reference sites, mostly in salt marshes, but also in other coastal habitats. The Avian Biologist will also manage biological and spatial data and communicate about restoration project impacts and trends in bird populations and their habitats, to internal and external audiences. Because of the focus on bird species that breed in the Mid-Atlantic coastal zone, this position will be mostly field-based during the spring and summer months, and office-based at other times of year. They will work closely and build partnerships with internal conservation staff and with external partners including federal, state, local and private landowners, land managers, scientists and others. Candidates should include a cover letter when applying to this position. Compensation: $45,000 / year Essential Functions Conduct audio-visual surveys of salt marsh birds, and other target bird species, using established protocols such as the SHARP (Saltmarsh Habitat and Avian Research Program) protocol and the deployment of Autonomous Recording Units (ARUs). Conduct vegetation surveys and other field techniques to monitor and assess the condition of salt marsh and other coastal habitats. Conduct field research on the ecology of salt marsh birds, and other target bird species, as necessary. Manage and analyze data, including spatial data, on birds and bird habitats. Support spatial analyses, using GIS, as part of conservation planning processes. Create data summaries and written reports on the results of restoration projects and bird and habitat surveys. Build and maintain partnerships between Audubon and Federal, State, and Local government agencies, environmental organizations and other entities. Assist with preparing written comments and testimony as needed; create and deliver effective presentations; interpret scientific research for non-technical audiences; and, help develop press releases, articles, outreach materials, and content for social media. Represent Audubon and give presentations at conferences, regional councils, and working groups meetings. Work regularly and closely with other Audubon staff in Maryland and Pennsylvania, especially policy and conservation staff, as well as Audubon Chapter leaders and National Audubon Society staff to support policy, communications, and network priorities related to coastal resilience. Partner with Audubon staff to incorporate equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging into our coastal work. Participate fully and productively in staff meetings, planning efforts, and other shared staff duties. Other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in biology, wildlife, or natural resources field. Master’s Degree a plus. Equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered. 3+ years demonstrated experience conducting bird surveys and experience conducting independent data collection in the field. Demonstrated knowledge of bird monitoring protocols and methods for recording, assessment, and reporting of monitoring data, including the use of electronic reporting portals (eBird). Familiarity with identification and ecology of coastal birds and habitats in the Mid-Atlantic region. Experience working on field research or monitoring projects; ability to identify coastal birds. Experience surveying marsh birds and vegetation highly preferred. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills that can be adapted to reach a wide range of individuals and used to build consensus. Ability to synthesize and communicate technical and complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proficiency in ArcGIS, comfort using a GPS unit and a mapping system through ArcGIS Collector on an iPad preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) required. Excellent work ethic, a team-focused attitude, and a high degree of integrity in all deliverables are required. Experience with motorboat operation and trailering, and willingness to pursue training for certification to operate state and federal moterboats. Ability to think strategically and creatively, while managing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines and operating in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Willingness to work long and flexible hours and multiple consecutive days in the field, which may require staying away from home, especially during the spring/summer field season. A willingness to travel in-state, occasionally out-of-state, and be comfortable with working occasional evenings and weekends. Ability to traverse far distances on uneven terrain while carrying a heavy daypack and equipment with or without accommodation. Must possess a valid driver’s license. This position is a union eligible position and is represented by the Communications Workers of America (CWA). How to Apply: Submit an application here
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