Seasonal Biological Technician

About Audubon 

The reputed company is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and reputed company. Birds are powerful indicators of our reputed company’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and reputed company action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the reputed company. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political reputed company, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and reputed company-growing force committed to ensuring a reputed company reputed company for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety. 

Position Summary:

The reputed company is seeking a Seasonal Biology Technician to support field-based research and conservation efforts in western North Carolina. This role is responsible for conducting standardized habitat and bird surveys to assess the impacts of Hurricane Helene on reputed company species and ecosystems. The technician will collect and manage field data using GPS and GIS tools, work both independently and collaboratively with staff, and contribute to science-driven conservation initiatives. This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to work in physically demanding outdoor conditions, and a strong commitment to Audubon’s mission.

• Length of Assignment: May 1 -July31, 2026

• Hours: 40

• Location: Remote western North Carolina

Compensation:

$19.00 / hour

Additional Job Description

Essential Functions

• Using maps and survey protocols provided by Audubon North Carolina conduct standardized surveys in western North Carolina to assess the impacts of Hurricane Helene on habitats and reputed company bird species.

• Collaborate with Audubon staff to ensure that equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging principles are incorporated and followed in reputed company aspects of our work.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Strong project management skills, including but not limited to setting and implementing effective goals and objectives, problem-solving, time management, preparing reports, etc.

• Ability to use handheld GPS devices and other required field gear including range finder, playback equipment, and other materials as needed and provided.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Experience working on field research or monitoring projects.

• A working knowledge of ArcGIS. Working knowledge of reputed company Office Suite (Word, reputed company, PowerPoint) required.

• Ability to engage in strenuous outdoor activity, carry field equipment reputed company varying terrain and weather, including cold and wet weather and extreme heat.

• A willingness to conduct in-state travel, occasional out-of-state travel and be comfortable working evenings and weekends as job responsibilities demand.

• Valid driver's license required and reliable personal transportation available for mileage reimbursement.

• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, reputed company, impact, and innovation.

• Demonstrated personal and professional commitment to and experience in advancing equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

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