Kauaʻi
The Save Our Shearwaters Program seeks 4 seasonal Avian Technicians to assist in a fledgling seabird recovery project. Technicians will pick-up, band, release, and help to rehabilitate fledgling seabirds on the island of Kaua‘i. The primary listed species recovered in this project include the Newell’s Shearwater, the Hawaiian Petrel, and the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel.
The seabirds noted above suffer from light attraction when fledging out to sea; a technician’s primary duty is to patrol island-wide seabird aid stations provided for Kaua‘i’s numerous bird rescuers. Duties also include, but will not be limited to the following:
The positions will start in early September and finish late December. A typical work week will consist of four 10-hour days with assigned shifts that may occur days, evenings, weekends and holidays. Housing is not provided, and the technician will be responsible for his/her transportation to and from Kaua‘i. Field vehicles will be provided for use during the workday.
This position provides a unique way to become familiar with the entire island of Kaua‘i. Participants have an opportunity to potentially see and handle every species of common-nesting seabirds on Kaua‘i in addition to migratory species that pass through the Hawaiian Islands. This position requires individuals that will keep a positive, supportive attitude even when performing some of the more mundane chores that the program requires on a daily basis such as crate cleaning and laundry.
Please be aware prior to applying that the cost of living is high on Kaua‘i and the rental market can be sparse. We encourage all off-island applicants to do their research prior to applying to see if they are truly able and willing to move to the island. Technicians are responsible for their own transportation to and from work. The selected candidates will be introduced via email so they will be able to work together to find shared housing and purchase/rent a shared vehicle if they so choose. Preference will be given to candidates already living on Kauai.
It is also important to note technicians will not accrue paid time off during their employment period. Due to the workload of the season and the short employment time, SOS is not able to offer unpaid leave unless there is an extenuating circumstance.
Required qualifications:
Preferred qualifications:
Pay Rate: $17.00/hr
Please email resume with cover letter (including prior banding experience) and 3 references in one document before June 21 st , 2022 to soskauaijobs@gmail.com. Please write ‘Avian Technician Position’ in the subject line.
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