Wage: Range $26.00 to $28.00 per hour depending on experience and education. This is a full-time position. Job will include a competitive benefits package including group health, dental, and vision as well as retirement contributions after required time on the job.
DEADLINE: SEP 24, 2021
See full details at https://environment.uw.edu/career-opportunities/wildlife-biologist-for-seabird-project/
- Conducts studies of Common Murres and other seabirds throughout the central California coastal region. Duties include implementation of study design, data analysis and interpretation, writing
results suitable to meet reporting requirements and for publication in a scientific journal, training and oversight of up to 9 field or office staff and volunteers. - Assists the Principal Investigators with administering the project, including budget tracking, purchasing, supplies and property management, contracting activities, permit acquisition, staff
payroll, and other administrative responsibilities. - Designs and ensures completion of censuses/surveys and studies of colonial seabirds, to include proper collection, tabulation, and analysis of data, including data on species such as the Common
Murre, Brandt’s Cormorant, Pelagic Cormorant, Western Gull, Pigeon Guillemot, Black Oystercatcher, and other species. Census/survey methods include ground, boat, and aerial techniques and the applicant must be able to participate in these activities (including completing applicable training). - Designs, conducts, and evaluates management practices on Common Murres and other seabirds, including restoration/enhancement projects. Prepares recommendations for the Principal Investigators.
- Maintains MS ACCESS databases, including updating databases as necessary. Trains and oversees project staff on database entry and queries.
- Prepares reports and presentations including an annual project report and other technical reports,
study plans, permit applications, permit reports, literature searches, and other correspondence. - Writes scientific papers, including manuscripts for peer-reviewed wildlife journal publications.
- Maintains, and organizes project equipment, including binoculars, spotting scopes, tripods, cameras, and vehicles.
- Assists the Principal Investigators with issues concerning seabird conservation as needed, including human disturbance and predation, among others.
- May perform a variety of other duties as assigned to include items such as: attending meetings representing the project; conducting tours for agency staff or the public; developing the biological
aspects of interpretive media; public outreach; and directing other project staff in projects of a biological nature. - Operates federal government vehicles. A current driver’s license and good driving record is required.
- This position will require a background investigation by both the University and the US Fish and Wildlife Service.
Preference may be given to applicants with prior applicable field experience with seabird or other similar wildlife monitoring techniques or census techniques. Additional evaluation may be based on the demonstrable evidence of the applicant’s knowledge and experience with computer use, databases, statistical analyses, report preparation, administrative processes, and supervisory skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in wildlife, biological sciences, or closely related
discipline with an interest in wildlife biology, restoration, or behavior (preference may be given to
applicants with an advanced degree in an appropriate discipline) - current driver’s license with a good
driving record - ability to sufficiently move and lift equipment up to 50 lbs
- ability to regularly hike
up to 3 miles in steep/narrow/uneven terrain while carrying up to 50 lbs of gear - ability to work at the
tops of high, steep cliffs - demonstrable evidence of good supervisory skills
- successful completion of background investigations.
1) A SIGNED cover letter, which includes the exact job title: Wildlife Biologist
2) Résumé
3) Names, affiliations, and phone numbers of two professional references
4) Completed and signed Employee Information Form
For questions concerning this position please contact either Gerry McChesney at (510) 435-9151 or gerry_mcchesney@fws.gov or Richard Golightly at rtg1@humboldt.edu.Closing Date: Applications must be received by 5pm (PST) on September 24, 2021 and be complete at that time to receive full consideration. Completed applications that arrive after this
date may or may not be considered.
Email completed application to: Richard.Golightly@Humboldt.edu
Humboldt State University Sponsored Programs Foundation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. More information about HSU SPF’s Equal Employment Opportunity hiring can be found here.
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background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current HSU SPF employees who apply for this position.