TES Mammal Sampling Research Technician

Company: Auburn
Location: Auburn
Posted on: May 2, 2024

Job Description:

Position Details



Position Information




Requisition Number
TES2220P




Home Org Name
Forestry Wildlife and Environment




Division Name
College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment




Position Title
TES Mammal Sampling Research Technician




Estimated Hours Per Week
40




Anticipated Length of Assignment
6 months




Job Summary
The Alabama Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at Auburn University is seeking Mammal Sampling Technicians (8) for a multi-species inventory and conservation project on selected state-owned lands within Alabama. Primary responsibilities will include conducting small mammal live trapping using Sherman traps and deployment/pick up of camera traps and Anabat detectors. Other duties will include data entry, memory card downloading/organization, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles. Candidates must be prepared and able to work under challenging environmental conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat, humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects.

Temporary Employment Services (TES), a unit of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, is an in-house support center established to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. TES provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees in a wide variety of occupations to meet the staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are hired for a variety of reasons with the most common being:

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• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
  
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
  
• Assistance with special projects
  
• Seasonal work
  
• Emergencies
  
  
  
  If you are looking for an employment opportunity, TES is a great way to showcase your professional skills and assist Auburn University while gaining valuable work experience within higher education.
  
  AU student employees are not eligible for TES.
  
  
  
  
  
  Essential Functions
  The employee's duties will include, but not be limited to: small mammal trapping with Sherman traps, small mammal handling/processing, and deployment of Anabats/camera traps. Other duties will include vegetation sampling, data entry, database management, and maintenance of field equipment and vehicles.
  
  Work vehicles, gas, and housing to be provided.
  
  
  
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  
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  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
    
  • Possession of a valid driver's license
    
    
    
    Expectations:
    
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    • Candidates should have previous experience in conducting field surveys, GPS navigation, and working in challenging environmental conditions
      
    • Candidates should be comfortable carrying light to medium weighed field equipment for extended periods.
      
    • Candidates should have a positive attitude, exhibit effective communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
      
      
      
      
      
      Desired Qualifications
      
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      • Candidates should have previous experience in southeastern small mammal identification, specifically mice, rats, shrews, moles, voles, chipmunks, and squirrels.
        
      • Candidates should have previous experience with small mammal handling and collection of physical measurements.
        
      • Candidates should have previous experience in deployment and management of Reconyx camera traps and Anabat detectors
        
      • Candidates should have previous experience with data entry and data management.
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        
        Posting Detail Information
        
        
        
        
        Salary Range
        $18.00/hour
        
        
        
        
        Work Hours
        7:45a.m. - 4:45p.m. Monday through Friday
        
        
        
        
        City position is located in:
        Auburn
        
        
        
        
        State position is located:
        Alabama
        
        
        
        
        Posting Date
        04/02/2024
        
        
        
        
        Closing Date
        
        
        
        
        
        EEO Statement
        Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.
        
        
        
        AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
        
        
        
        
        Special Instructions to Applicants
        
        
        
        
        
        Quick Link for Internal Postings
        https://www.auemployment.com/postings/44465
        
        
        
        
        
        
        

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