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Job Number:	20292 (Classification: Temporary/Seasonal Positions)
Title:	SNAIL KITE RESEARCH TECHNICIANS (2)
Agency:	The Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
Location:	Central and South Florida
Job Description:	The Florida Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit is based out of the University of Florida in Gainesville and oversees several ongoing wetland-related research projects. We are seeking two highly motivated field technicians to assist with the long-term study of the endangered Snail Kite. We are monitoring the Snail Kite population via mark-recapture and radio telemetry methods as well as making behavioral observations and collecting data related to habitat use and foraging ecology. Field work for this project is conducted throughout the wetland ecosystems of central and south Florida from the Kissimmee chain of lakes in the north (near Orlando) to the Everglades in the south (near Miami). The field work involves the extensive use of airboats. Applicants must be willing to work LONG, flexible hours in a HOT, humid environment. (Some days involve working from sunrise to sunset). All of the necessary training will be supplied, including airboat operation and maintenance. Duties include trapping and handling of snail kites, behavioral observations, radio telemetry, mark-recapture surveys, nest searching, data entry, snail trapping, vegetation sampling, and maintenance of field equipment and boats. Assistance on peripheral projects may also be required from time to time, including vegetation sampling in the Everglades and identification of plants in the lab. Salary: $1280-$1600/month (dependent upon funding) + housing. Housing will be provided at the Three Lakes Wildlife Management Area south of St. Cloud, FL. Applicant should be comfortable living in a field house with only a few other coworkers.
Qualifications:	Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Science, Wildlife, or a related field. Applicant must have a valid U.S. driver's license. Experience with engine repair/maintenance and boats is a major plus, but not necessary. Ability to comfortably handle wild raptors is also a plus. Previous radio tracking experience is preferred. The start date is a bit flexible with one position beginning early January and the other beginning no later than February 5th. Both positions last into July 2010, with the possibility of continuation into the 2011 field season. Interested persons should send a resume with cover letter, three references, and GPA to EMILY BUTLER (EM: snailkites@gmail.com) by January 1st, 2010. Early applicants are encouraged. For questions see our website www.wec.ufl.edu/coop or contact EMILY BUTLER via email (preferred) or by phone 352-494-7484.
Salary:	$1280-$1600/month (dependent upon funding) + housi
Last Date to apply:	January 1, 2010
Website:	www.wec.ufl.edu/coop
Contact:	Emily Butler E-mail: snailkites@gmail.com(Preferred) Phone: 352-494-7484