Northern Bobwhite Research Technicians

Northern Bobwhite Research Technicians

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: $13.80/hr, plus housing
Start Date: December 2, 2024  

End Date: May 2, 2025, with possibility of extension

Last Day to Apply: November 6, 2024

Description: We are seeking 2 technicians to assist with Northern Bobwhite precision habitat and disturbance management research on quail focal area WMAs and adjacent private lands 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 technicians. The selected individuals will interact directly with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (GA DNR), Quail Forever, and private property managers/owners as well as volunteers from other organizations and institutions. 

Employees 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 long days and 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 December 2, 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

Application instructions:

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