Requirements:

• Candidate should be a passionate birder, and demonstrated experience identifying eastern grassland bird species and forest raptor species by sight and sound is required
• Previous experience conducting avian surveys, and experience with point counts, raptor nests surveys, or targeted surveys for plant and animal species is a preferred
• Previous experience conducting avian surveys, and experience with point counts, raptor nests surveys, or targeted surveys for plant and animal species is a preferred
• Must live within approximately an hour drive of Waterville, NY or be willing to relocate for the field season. Some housing costs may be reimbursed depending on budget availability.
• Skilled use of topographic maps, cellular mapping applications, and other field equipment is required
• Must be able to work alone in the field and be able to appear for work on time (surveys begin before sunrise), maintain focus for long periods of time, and interact effectively with project managers, clients, landowners, and others.
• Must be able to cope with changing temperatures
• Must be equipped with and provide own suitable footwear (hiking boots), binoculars, and proper clothing for changing weather conditions
• Precise and thorough data collection and submission is essential.
• Follow all WEST and client safety protocols

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST’s minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver’s license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements.

WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.