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  • Northern Bobwhite Research Technician


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    • Employer: Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia
      Location: Di-Lane, Silver Lake, Elmodel, Chickasawhatchee and River Creek Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs)
      Country: United States
      Last Date to Apply: No value
      Open Until Filled: Yes

    Title: Northern Bobwhite Research Technician

    Agency: Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of Georgia

    Location: Di-Lane, Silver Lake, Elmodel, Chickasawhatchee and River Creek Wildlife Management Areas (WMAs)

    Job Category: Temporary/Seasonal Positions

    Salary: $13.25/hr plus housing

    Start Date: July 8th, 2024

    End Date: January 8th, 2024 with possibility of extension

    Last Day to Apply: Position will be open until filled

    Description:

    We are seeking a research technician to assist with Northern Bobwhite precision habitat and disturbance management research on quail focal area WMAs in South Georgia. Typical duties involve but are not limited to: Northern Bobwhite capture, radio-telemetry, nest checking, and vegetation surveys. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other various duties will be required and will be done independently by the technician. The selected individual will interact directly with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR) and Quail Forever personnel as well as volunteers from other organizations and institutions. Employee will be working with minimal supervision on site and must be comfortable working independently in adverse conditions. Previous experience with radio-telemetry is desired. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel databases is desired. Applicants must be comfortable occasionally working alone after dark. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for brief periods and should be willing to work in inclement weather. The position is for 6 months beginning on July 8th, 2024 with the possibility of extension.

    Qualifications:

    1.     An interest in land, habitat, and gamebird management and ecology

    2.     Individuals should have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record

    3.     An agreement/understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices

    4.     A good work ethic, positive attitude, and willing to be a team player

    Preferred Qualifications:

    1.     Experience pulling trailers

    2.     Experience with safe operation and maintenance of UTVs

    3.     Previous gamebird work experience

    4.     Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience

    To Apply:

    1.     Cover letter (1 page) that includes your interest in the position and relevant experience

    2.     Detailed resume with 3 professional references that includes their email and phone number (please indicate your relationship to each)

    **ATTACH ALL DOCUMENTS INTO A SINGLE PDF NAMED “LastNameFirstName_TechApplicant” and email to the contact information below**

    **Electronic submissions/inquires only**

    Contact Person: Jeffrey Turpin

    Contact Email: Jeffrey.Turpin@uga.edu 




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