Technician will work on a Streaked Horned Lark Conspecific Attraction study to
attract larks displaced by human activities to restored sites, in coordination
with the Institute for Applied Ecology and American Bird Conservancy. Field
work will involve using call playback devices and decoys, conducting lark pair
and nest monitoring, as well as vegetation surveys of study sites. Technician
will work closely with Matt Bahm (IAE) and Bob Altman (ABC) at the beginning
of the project to become familiar with monitoring techniques and equipment
use. Position requires ability to work in a team environment, but will advance
quickly to have a high level of independence. Technician will work with
program staff to manage field trip logistics, lead field work, assist in data
management, and will also be expected to contribute to project reports.
Technician will also be trained in identification and sampling methods for the
endangered Fender’s Blue Butterfly, and conduct limited sampling during early
portion of position (approx. 6 days). Position is based in Corvallis, Oregon.
START DATE: early March (some flexibility)
END DATE: late August
COMPENSATION: $16-17/hr depending on experience. Housing in Corvallis is not
provided. This is a full-time, seasonal position with no benefits
TO APPLY: Applications must be emailed to mattab@appliedeco.org no later
than Friday, January 26, 2018 . In the subject line, write: “ SHL
Technician Application ”. Questions regarding the position can be directed
to the email listed above.
Include a letter of interest stating when you will be available to start work
(this is a MUST), resume, transcripts (unofficial is fine), and the names and
contact information for three references, as a SINGLE PDF FILE.
AT LEAST ONE reference must be from a supervisor from previous field work
experience.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Non-U.S. residents must also
include a copy of their work visa. Applications will be considered upon
receipt. Please direct all inquiries to jobs@appliedeco.org.