Morning Flight Counter

DUTIES

Arrive at count site pre-dawn and carefully monitor the morning’s bird migration activity

Identify and count all species of birds detected

Report all data via the Trektellen app in near-real time (mobile device and WiFi pack will be provided)

Report all bird taxa and counts to eBird for the day

Document all rare bird sightings with a combination of notes and media (photos, videos, and/or audio recordings). Submit documentation of any “reviewable” species to the MD/DCRC.

Submit selected highlight observations with media via the iNaturalist application with Creative Commons permissions for automated ingestion by MBP database.

Provide regular write-ups for posting to the project blog (posted by others on the team)

Coordination with Turkey Point and Cape May counters is encouraged

QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional bird identification skills, especially birds in flight

Strong understanding of eastern U.S. birds and bird migration

Expertise documenting birds and using the eBird platform

Meticulous data collection and note-taking skills

Willingness to work under occasional challenging field conditions

Punctual and reliable

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Strong work ethic and consistently professional behavior both in person and on-line

COMPENSATION

$2,000 per month. Lodging will be provided.

APPLY

Please apply directly with the Maryland Biodiversity Project by sending an e-mail with resume and cover letter to Jim Brighton at jimbrighton3@gmail.com. Personal references encouraged.

We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply. The Maryland Biodiversity Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, religion, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.