Avian Science Technician (Americorps)

Job Description:

Avian Field Technician needed to assist Ecostudies Institute on various avian conservation projects in South Puget Sound including but not limited to:

1) demographic monitoring of the federally threatened streaked horned lark, western bluebird, and Oregon vesper sparrow;

2) monitoring species abundance and habitat through bird survey on conservation and grazing lands, including for the slender-billed white-breasted nuthatch,

3) coordinating volunteers on the Puget Sound Shorebird Count. 

During the winter there will be substantial data entry and organizational duties.  Primary field duties will include finding and monitoring nests, re-sighting color-banded birds, conducting behavioral observations, conducting bird surveys (point counts and line transects), sampling vegetation, and entering data. Technician may also assist with mist-netting and banding.  Technician will clearly collect data, meticulously manage it, and be detail oriented in observation and documentation. The position will also support habitat restoration activities, which may include invasive plant control, woodland understory enhancement and controlled burning.

Qualifications:

Only open to U.S. citizen, national or lawful permanent resident. Successful applicants should have a keen interest in avian research and conservation, demonstrate excellent communication skills, be able to work independently and in a team setting, and be comfortable working on an active military base.  The technician should be able to identify local grassland and oak bird species by sight and ear, or quickly learn.  Successful applicant will need to submit to a criminal background check.   

Compensation:

A taxable monthly stipend of $2,276* provided by Washington Service Corp. Upon successful completion of service, eligible members receive an educational award of $6895.  Basic health care provided. 

*If your gross household income is less than or equal to 200% of the federal poverty level (based on your household size) at the time of enrollment, then you may qualify for an equity enhanced stipend of $2,548 per month. If you think you may qualify, let Ecostudies staff know so we can share more about the self-attestation process.

Position Term:

10 Months: 16 October 2024  to 31 August 2025

To Apply:

Applications are only submitted through Washington Service Corps (https://my.americorps.gov/mp/listing/viewListing.do?fromSearch=true&id=105606)

Applications are reviewed as received.

Contact Stephanie Augustine (saugustine@ecoinst.org) with questions.