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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
WITH
DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP
Davey Resource Group, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, headquartered in Kent, Ohio has opportunities
for persons interested in the field of bat ecology. Duties include assisting with bat mist-net surveys, emergence counts, acoustic monitoring, and radio telemetry. The position will require travel to project sites throughout the Midwest. This position is temporary and seasonal, starting in May and lasting through August, 2012. Full-time, part-time, and contract positions will be considered.
The following positions are available:
Field technician (entry level)
Bat ecologists (netting and handling experience)
Licensed/permitted specialists
Selected candidate(s) will work under the guidance of Davey Resource Group bat biologists and will be capable of
working alone or on a large team, with varying levels of supervision from the project manager.
Davey Resource Group provides a wide range of ecological consulting services throughout the Midwest, requiring our
staff to be flexible, both independently motivated and team-oriented, with a willingness to travel. This position can be
weather dependant and anyone interested must have schedule flexibility. Also, this position requires physical labor
occurring often in inclement weather and site conditions.
Position Requirements: Potential candidates must be either enrolled at a fully accredited university and studying in a
field of natural sciences, or a college graduate with a degree in biology, ecology, conservation, environmental science, or related fields. Higher consideration will be given to applicants with education/experience specifically related to: mistnetting and handling bats; valid federal and state collector’s permits authorizing work with Indiana bat; current rabies vaccinations; ability to identify eastern bat species; acoustic monitoring; and/or radio-telemetry experience.
Additionally, computer literacy is beneficial since the work involves advanced technology equipment, such as hand- held computers, pen-tablet computers, GPS equipment, and GIS software. Potential candidates must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs, especially Word and Excel; experience with Access is a plus. The ability to drive 4x4 vehicles and an ATV/UTV is preferred, but not required. Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.
Advancement: This position can lead to additional opportunities and/or a permanent, full-time position with Davey in
natural resource consulting. Higher consideration will be given to applicants with experience in the field of natural
resource management and consulting, including: wetlands delineations; wetlands and stream monitoring and habitat
assessments; invasive plant species monitoring and control; Section 401/404 permitting; technical report writing; and
project management.
Salary: Starting pay ranges based on experience.
Davey is an Equal Opportunity Employer; Pre-employment Drug Screen required.
Contact: Please send resumes to:
Ana Burns (ana.burns@davey.com)
Coordinator, Ecological Services
Natural Resource Consulting
Davey Resource Group
1500 N. Mantua Street
Kent, Ohio 44240
Posted February 20, 2012
BAT CONSERVATION INTERNSHIP
Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division
The Nongame Conservation Section is offering 2 full-time internships for spring/summer
2012. The interns will primarily be working with a graduate student studying the northern
yellow bat (Lasiurus intermedius) on barrier islands in Georgia. Activities will include, but
are not limited to, mist-netting bats, anabat sampling, bat roost searching, radio-telemetry
and data entry. Interns must be willing to work for long days (> 10 hours) and nights under
physically challenging conditions (e.g., hot days traveling through swamps). Travel to study
sites will be by state vehicle. Lodging will be provided. Individuals with an interest in bat
conservation and management are encouraged to apply.
Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a valid class C driver’s license. Interns
should be able to work at night and in uncomfortable field conditions where encounters with
snakes, alligators, biting insects etc. are possible. Interns should be in good physical
condition and able to endure outdoor work during hot and humid weather. Interns should be
comfortable performing computer-based work and have some knowledge of basic science,
ecology and wildlife biology.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to individuals that have current rabies
vaccinations and have experience with bat mist netting, ID techniques and radio-telemetry.
Some experience using a GPS is also preferred.
Duration: April 1st through early August (end date is uncertain but must be available until
early August).
Salary: $10.49 per hour.
How to apply: Email or mail a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3
references to:
Trina Morris, Wildlife Biologist
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Nongame Conservation Section
Wildlife Resources Conservation Center
2065 U.S. Highway 278 SE
Social Circle, GA 30025-4743
katrina.morris@dnr.state.ga.us
Questions Email: katrina.morris@dnr.state.ga.us or Phone: 770-557-3220
Deadline: Applications must be received by March 10th.
The Georgia Department of Natural Resources is an equal-opportunity employer