[Bristol-Birds] Fw: Avian field tech positions in VA

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Wallace Coffey
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From: WELDON, Aimee 
Sent: Monday, February 06, 2006 10:24 AM
Subject: Avian field tech positions in VA


If anyone knows of someone that may be interested in this position, please 
distribute.  Thanks!



Aimee Weldon



AVIAN FIELD TECHS: (2 Point count positions) The National Audubon Society is 
looking for 2 dedicated and enthusiastic avian field techs needed to conduct 
point counts in forest, grassland, and successional habitats in the mountain 
and piedmont regions of Virginia.  Data from this project will be used to 
evaluate these areas for consideration as Important Bird Areas (IBAs) in 
Virginia.  The IBA Program is part of a global effort to identify and then work 
to conserve essential habitat for birds.  Positions will begin in early to mid 
May and will run through early to mid June 2006 (start and end dates flexible). 
 Salary will be a flat $3,000 for the season ($1,000 stipend plus $2,000 for 
living expenses) with the potential for a higher stipend dependent on 
experience and availability of funds.  Applicants are expected to drive their 
own vehicles and must be willing to work long hours with little to no 
supervision, car-camp for extended periods in remote locations, and hike up to 
3 miles/day. 



PREFERRED CANDIDATES WILL: 1) Be able to identify eastern/Appalachian birds by 
sight and sound 2) Be experienced with standard 10 min. point count methodology 
and basic habitat assessment 3) Have a good sense of direction and be 
experienced with GPS and reading topo maps 4) Be in good physical condition and 
be willing to hike through difficult terrain to reach points 5) Have the 
ability to work well with a partner and alone as well as to interact positively 
with landowners. 



TO APPLY: Applicants should send resume, cover letter (including dates of 
availability) and two references by MARCH 15 to Aimee Weldon; Virginia 
Important Bird Areas Program Coordinator; PO Box 1089; Ashland, VA 23005 or via 
email to: aweldon@xxxxxxxxxxx; Office: 804-752-5850; Cell: 804-370-3528 Fax: 
804-752-5882.





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Aimee Weldon

Virginia IBA Coordinator

P.O. Box 1089

Ashland, VA 23005

804-752-5850 (office)

804-370-3528 (cell)

804-752-5882 (fax)

www.audubon.org

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