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Created	04/10/2024
Date expired	04/30/2024
Reference	239387692
Country	United States
State	Louisiana
City	New Orleans
Zip	70112
Salary	-
New Orleans, LA Full time Posted 30+ Days Ago JR80 Essential Functions The Marshbird Biological Assistant will: Conduct point count and vegetation surveys at remote sites across south Louisiana. Most point count surveys begin a half hour before sunrise or one to two hours before sunset and last 2-3 hours, preceded or followed by vegetation surveys. Assist in data entry as needed. Be expected to travel 3-5 days per week, staying in provided shared housing. Qualifications and Experience Must have completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resources, Agricultural Sciences, or a related field; Must be willing to work long hours outside under physically demanding conditions (hot, cold, biting insects, etc.); Must be able to walk over a mile through various wet and dry marsh habitats. This includes tall & dense grass oftentimes with uneven footing, shallow pools, and scrubby vegetation; Must have strong organizational skills and great attention to detail; Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills; Experience driving ATVs and/or operating outboard motorboats is a plus; Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed at the current Federal rate); Must live in or be willing to temporarily move to south Louisiana EEO Statement The National Audubon Society is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, inclusion and equal opportunity and actively seek a diverse pool of candidates in this search. Accessibility Statement The National Audubon Society endeavors to keep our careers site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Accommodations@audubon.org . This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation. Audubon’s state programs, nature centers, chapters, and partners have an unparalleled wingspan that reaches millions of people each year to inform, inspire, and unite diverse communities in conservation action. Since 1905, Audubon’s vision has been a world in which people and wildlife thrive. Audubon is a nonprofit conservation organization. PI239387692
Employer	National Audubon Society

Marshbird Biological Assistant, New Orleans, Louisiana

The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow, throughout the Americas using science, advocacy, education, and on-the-ground conservation.

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