What are the responsibilities and job description for the Conservation Biologist I - Shorebird Monitor - Revere Beach<90 Days STS position at DCR - Urban Parks & Recreation?
POSITION INFORMATION
Number of Positions: 4
Positions: Seasonal - Conservation Biologist I - Shorebird Monitor
Locations: Revere Beach
Start Date: 5/18/2025
End Date: 8/02/2025
The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks qualified applicants for the position of Seasonal Conservation Biologist I - Shorebird Monitor. This position collects, analyzes, and reviews biological data through field, and literature work on endangered and threatened species and other features of biological diversity; provides technical assistance and information to public and/or private groups; and perform related work as required.
This is an entry level position with the basic purpose of providing professional scientific services regarding the biological monitoring and the protection and management of the state's endangered and threatened species of shorebirds and their habitats. Incumbents will be trained on the activity of surveying nesting State-listed Shorebird Species to improve on identification and avian survey skills.
The incumbent should possess the ability to determining and meeting the training needs and arranging attendance for such training to work effectively.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities:
- Collects and reviews biological data through field work on nesting, foraging and migrating species of shorebirds including abundance and distribution of target species
- Assists in management of databases including abundance, productivity and behavioral data, and creates GIS or Google Earth maps.
- Accomplish the wildlife management, protection, and education objectives of the Shorebird Protection Program
- Provides biological technical assistance to park-based operations staff as needed.
- Conduct research on special projects as directed
Qualifications Required at Hire and Minimum Entrance Requirements:
Incumbents shall meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Knowledge of the principles of ecology and population biology.
- Knowledge of a specific area of biology (i.e. ornithology) or other conservation science related to assigned responsibilities.
- Knowledge of research methods and techniques followed in conservation biology.
- Knowledge of the characteristics and biological behaviors of shorebird species.
- Knowledge of the principles and techniques of biological monitoring.
Position Information:
- Weekly schedule always includes weekends and holidays.
- The position involves field based work at Revere Beach but must provide support to other nearby DCR coastal sites as assigned.
- Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
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Salary : $25 - $2,000
