Subject: Job Posting: Avian Field Technician, New York City and Westchester County, NY
Posting Date: 3/2/07
AVIAN FIELD TECHNICIAN(S): The Wildlife Conservation Society's New York Bird Monitoring Program needs 1-2 Field Technicians this spring (late April - early June) for a study of migratory bird utilization of urban and suburban stopover habitats in New York City and Westchester County. Primary duties involve assisting with mist-netting (i.e. extracting birds from nets independently), banding, bleeding, and vegetation and arthropod sampling. Previous experience with either of the above is necessary. Salary is dependent on experience, and will be between $225 and $275/week. There is a possibility that housing will be provided in Westchester for this position, but cannot be guaranteed at this time. Must have own transportation. To apply please email a resume/CV, a cover letter addressing any relevant experience, and two references to Chad Seewagen, WCS/Bronx Zoo Department of Ornithology, cseewagen@wcs.org.