Employment Opportunities
2009
Thanks for your interest in employment opportunities at the ASC. We will be hiring four technicians for point count work in the field season of 2009. For more general information, see below.
General information applicable to all positions:
- Most positions run early May – mid July (though some extend).
- Primary duties include:
- locating study sites via GPS and maps
- conducting bird point counts or owl playbacks
- sampling vegetation
- maintaining data sheets and other documentation
- and computer data entry.
- Crews can expect to camp out for much of the season; housing may be provided.
- Salary $2000 – $2400/ mo DOE and the project.
- Some positions will require use of personal vehicle (reimbursement ˜$.50/mile).
- Applicants MUST be available to start early May for a week–long training session.
For all point count work, previous birding experience is required. Applicants must have the following abilities:
- Identify birds (preferably western birds) by sight and song (point counts only)
- Hike in rugged conditions off roads and trails
- Drive a truck with a standard transmission
- Read topographic maps and aerial photos
- Work independently under minimal supervision
To apply: please send a cover letter that address the above criteria and the project of interest, resume, and contact information for 3 references to MEGAN FYLLING, via email (preferred): megan.fylling@mso.umt.edu, or via Avian Science Center, Division of Biological Sciences, University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812.