Bird Survey Jobs in Western Maryland
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Wildlife & Heritage Service in Annapolis, Maryland is currently accepting applications for two (2) seasonal contractual positions (Natural Resources Technician II). The selected applicants will assist with conducting breeding bird surveys in Allegany and Garrett counties for Golden-winged Warblers and other co-occurring rare, threatened, and endangered bird species to better determine their status, distribution, and conservation needs. Successful candidates must be able to work independently in remote areas.
Duties:
- Conducting qualitative and quantitative breeding bird surveys in remote areas
- Assisting with landowner contacts for access
- Data entry
Qualifications:
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following. (Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.)
- Excellent bird identification skills and the ability to identify all potentially occurring breeding bird species in western Maryland by sight and sound are strongly preferred.
- Prior bird survey experience is strongly preferred.
- Experience with Arcmap, Microsoft Access, and Excel is preferred.
DEADLINE: March 16, 2017
For additional information and application instructions click here.
