Position: Experienced Songbird Banders (2)
Department: Cape May Bird Observatory
Office Location: Cape May Point, NJ
Site Location: Various, Cape May County, NJ
Supervisor: VP of Research, NJ Audubon
Job Classification: Seasonal Fulltime (40 hours)
Job Description: EXPERIENCED SONGBIRD BANDERS for Cape May long-term bird-banding operation at New Jersey AudubonÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May, NJ. Cape May is one of the premier fall migration hot spots in the country. Specifically, we are hiring 2 Experienced Songbird Banders for the Cape May Bird Banding Project for 24 July to approximately 10 November. NJA fosters the application of sound scientific principles and practices to address conservation issues related to vertebrate and invertebrate fauna, and the natural habitats with which they are associated.
Major Responsibilities Duties:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Daily operation of banding station at The Nature ConservancyÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s South Cape May Meadows.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Follow strict protocols for daily operations including go/no-go situations.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Site Preparation (i.e. site setup, net lane clearing) and breakdown
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Site Maintenance (maintaining net lanes, net repair, etc.)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Extracting birds from mist-nets
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Identify, band, weigh, age, sex, and measure all species captured in mistnets.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Record data on paper datasheets daily at banding station, transfer data to Microsoft Excel datasheets weekly, and into the BBLÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s program, BANDIT at the end of the season.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Provide end of season summary report for NJ Audubon publications in timely manner to receive final payment.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills:
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Mist-netting and bird banding experience in a high-volume banding station necessary (>5,000 birds/season)
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Experience aging species based on molt, and using Pyle guide required.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Familiarity with bird migration and strong background identifying passerines, near-passerines, raptors and marsh birds by sight.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Strong computer skills Ãf¢ÒÂEURҔ (Microsoft Office) to fulfill the job requirements; Proficiency with MS Excel and BANDIT essential
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Careful data collecting skills a must.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Willingness to work irregular hours under sometimes difficult field conditions.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Punctual with excellent organizational, time and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Excellent communication skills and experience managing volunteers required.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to relate to and motivate a diverse range of people, exercise cultural inclusion and accept direction and constructive feedback.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Motivated self-starter with capacity to work productively in a team setting with the ability to demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Strong professionalism and work ethic with the ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs. and walk on uneven terrain.
Ãf¢ÒÂEURÒ¢ All applicants must have access to a vehicle, and a valid, clean driverÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â(tm)s license.
Start Date: July 24, 2020 End Date: November 10, 2020
Salary: $1,600-2,000/month, depending on experience Housing provided in a bunkhouse environment.
Application Deadline: June 1, 2020.
Qualified individuals may apply by emailing cover letter of interest, resume, and three references as a single PDF document (including email and phone contact info) to hr.research@njaudubon.org
Please indicate Ãf¢ÒÂEURÃ’ÂoeBanderÃf¢ÒÂEURÃ’Â in the subject line to insure your application is properly directed.
We are committed to building a diverse team and strongly encourage all qualified professionals to apply. The New Jersey Audubon Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, age, national origin, ethnic background, disability or any other characteristic protected by law