Seasonal Jobs

Mass Audubon offers a work environment that is challenging, yet flexible. Our compensation and benefits program is competitive, including a 403(b) plan and generous paid time off. Every inquiry will be treated confidentially. Mass Audubon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Property Assistant
Location: Easthampton, MA

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary is looking for a seasonal property assistant to work 21 hours/week, 3 days. Experience with landscaping, trail work, carpentry, painting, ladder work, all around handy preferred. Must successfully complete a CORI/SORI check.

To inquire about this position:
Email resume with 3 references w/email addresses to:
Steven Walker, Property Manager
swalker@massaudubon.org

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Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary

Property Assistant (part time (20-24 hrs/wk), seasonal (April-Aug 2013)
Location: Natick, MA

Purpose: Directly assist the Property Manager with the maintenance and upkeep of the grounds, trails, buildings and other related maintenance of (2) separate properties located in Natick and Holliston.

Duties: Collaborate with the Property Manager and other staff to establish and follow through with a schedule of tasks. Duties will include trimming back overgrowth and cleaning up fallen limbs and trees along trails and fields, mowing grass, maintenance/repair of bridges and boardwalks, picking up trash along roadsides and other parts of the sanctuary, removal of weeds and invasive plants in unwanted areas, monitoring trails, driving pickup truck, set up and take down of materials, supplies and water for programs , maintaining buildings and property to ensure the overall safety, upkeep and function.

Qualifications: Dependable, self motivated, having good organizational and communication skills, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, physically fit and willing to work outside in various weather conditions, (heat, rain, etc). Experience with basic tools such as rakes, shovels, hand saws, pruners hammers is preferred as well as small power tools and equipment such as walk behind and small ride on mowers, gas trimmers, electric drills and saws. Qualified applicants should be at least 20 years of age with a clean driving record and have had their license for at least 3 years. Successfully complete a CORI and SORI.

To inquire about this position:
Send resume and cover letter to:
Shane Parsons, Property Manager
sparsons@massaudubon.org

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Coastal Waterbird Program

2013 Field Season

Coastal Waterbird Field Assistant I
Location: Multiple locations

Mid-May to mid-August 2013

Multiple positions based at:

• Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable MA (covering field sites on Cape Cod),
• South Beach, Chatham MA (*note this position requires living in a remote camp setting on a barrier beach),

Mass Audubon is seeking to fill seasonal Field Assistant I positions to conduct research, monitoring, management, and protection of coastal birds and other natural resources. Responsibilities include 1) collect biological data on nesting, foraging and migrating species of coastal waterbirds including abundance and distribution of target species, 3) accomplish the wildlife management and education objectives of the Coastal Waterbird Program, 3) assist with sanctuary-based coastal waterbird work throughout the region, 4) assist in management of databases including abundance, productivity and behavioral data; create GIS/Google Earth maps of coastal resources, 5) assist in compilation of data for state plover, tern, and oystercatcher census forms and write summary reports for specific sites on results and management activities.

Qualifications: Applicants should be working toward a B.S. or B.A. in environmental science or related field, or equivalent experience. Prior experience in avian field research and management preferred. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills, be in good physical condition, be willing to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full time position from mid-May through mid-August. Rate of payment is $9.50-$11.50/hour depending on experience. Housing may be available for payroll deduction of $25-35/wk. Field travel reimbursement will be provided. For more information, visit www.massaudubon.org/cwp

To inquire about this position:
Please send a cover letter (specify position(s) for which you are applying and dates of availability), resume and list of three references via email to coastalbirdjobs@massaudubon.org . In addition, please complete a short cover page questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/s/coastalbirdjobs; your application will not be processed without completion/receipt of the items above. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will begin in January, and positions will be filled by Mar 1, 2013.

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Coastal Waterbird Field Assistant II
Location: Multiple locations

Mid-May to mid-August 2013

Multiple positions based at:

• Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable MA (covering field sites on Cape Cod),
• Nantucket
• South Beach, Chatham (*note this position requires living in a remote camp setting on a barrier beach)

Mass Audubon is seeking to fill seasonal Field Assistant II positions to conduct research, monitoring, management, and protection of coastal birds and other natural resources. Responsibilities include 1) collect biological data on nesting, foraging and migrating species of coastal waterbirds including abundance and distribution of target species, 3) accomplish the wildlife management and education objectives of the Coastal Waterbird Program, 3) assist with sanctuary-based Coastal Waterbird Program staff throughout the region, 4) assist in management of databases including abundance, productivity and behavioral data; create GIS/Google Earth maps of coastal resources, 5) assist in compilation of data for state plover, tern, and oystercatcher census forms and write summary reports for specific sites on results and management activities, 6) conduct research on special projects as directed.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a B.S. or B.A. or higher in wildlife biology/management, ecology, zoology, environmental science, or related field, as well as 3 months previous field experience. Prior experience in avian field research and management strongly preferred. Applicants should have demonstrated experience utilizing judgment in field-based wildlife research or management projects. Experience in behavioral data collection, band-reading, wildlife tracking, coastal wildlife management issues, and GIS mapping preferred. Small boat-handling experience preferred. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills, be in good physical condition, be willing to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full time position from mid-May through mid-August. Rate of payment is $11.50-$12.50/hour depending on experience. Housing may be available for payroll deduction of $25-35/wk. Field travel reimbursement will be provided. For more information, visit www.massaudubon.org/cwp.

To inquire about this position:
Please send a cover letter (specify position(s) for which you are applying and dates of availability), resume and list of three references via email to coastalbirdjobs@massaudubon.org . In addition, please complete a short cover page questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/s/coastalbirdjobs; your application will not be processed without completion/receipt of the items above. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will begin in January, and positions will be filled by Mar 1, 2013.

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Coastal Waterbird Field Assistant III
Location: Multiple locations

Mid-April to mid-August 2013

Multiple positions based at:

• Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable MA (covering field sites in Boston and Cape Cod),
• North River Wildlife Sanctuary, Marshfield MA (covering field sites Cohasset to Plymouth),
• Nantucket
• South Beach, Chatham (*note this position requires living in a remote camp setting on a barrier beach)

Mass Audubon is seeking to fill seasonal Field Assistant III positions to train and supervise staff and volunteers in conducting research, monitoring, management, and protection of coastal birds and other natural resources. Responsibilities include 1) supervise field crew (field assistants and volunteers) to meet research, wildlife management and education objectives of the Coastal Waterbird Program, 2) train and supervise field assistants and volunteers in collection and management of biological data on nesting, foraging and migrating species of coastal waterbirds, 3) accomplish the wildlife management and education objectives of the Coastal Waterbird Program, 3) assist with sanctuary-based Coastal Waterbird Program staff throughout the region, 4) assist in management of databases including abundance, productivity and behavioral data; create GIS/Google Earth maps of coastal resources, 5) compile data for state plover, tern, and oystercatcher census forms and write summary reports for specific sites on results and management activities, 6) supervise and conduct research on special projects as directed.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a B.S. or B.A. or higher in wildlife biology/management, ecology, zoology, environmental science, or related field, or equivalent experience, as well as 3-6 months previous supervisory experience. Three to six months prior experience with piping plover/tern/avian field monitoring, data collection and management required. Applicants should have demonstrated experience utilizing judgment in field-based wildlife research and management projects. Experience in behavioral data collection, band-reading, wildlife tracking, coastal wildlife management issues, and GIS mapping preferred. Small boat-handling experience preferred. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills, be in good physical condition, able to lift approximately 40 lb, and walk extended distances on beaches and other terrain. Employee must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full time position from mid-April through mid-August. Rate of payment is $12.00-$13.50/hour depending on experience. Housing may be available for payroll deduction of $25-35/wk. Field travel reimbursement will be provided. For more information, visit www.massaudubon.org/cwp

To inquire about this position:
Please send a cover letter (specify position(s) for which you are applying and dates of availability), resume and list of three references via email to coastalbirdjobs@massaudubon.org . In addition, please complete a short cover page questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/s/coastalbirdjobs; your application will not be processed without completion/receipt of the items above. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will begin in January, and positions will be filled by Mar 1, 2013.

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Coastal Waterbird Field Coordinator
Location: Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable MA (covering field sites throughout southeastern Massachusetts)

Mid-March to mid-September 2013 The Coastal Waterbird Program of Mass Audubon is seeking seasonal Field Coordinators to train and supervise staff and volunteers in conducting research, monitoring, management, and protection of coastal birds and other natural resources, and to coordinate field crews. Responsibilities include 1) coordinate field crews (field assistants and volunteers) to meet research, wildlife management and education objectives of the Coastal Waterbird Program, 2) train and supervise field crews in collection and management of biological data on nesting, foraging and migrating species of coastal waterbirds, and in accomplishment of education objectives, 3) coordinate and assist with sanctuary-based Coastal Waterbird Program staff throughout the region, 5) assist in management of databases including abundance, productivity and behavioral data; create GIS/Google Earth maps of coastal resources, and 6) coordinate and compile data for state plover, tern, and oystercatcher census forms and write summary reports for specific sites on results and management activities, 7) supervise and conduct research on special projects as directed.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a B.S. or B.A. or higher in wildlife biology/management, ecology, zoology, environmental science, or related field, or equivalent experience, as well as 6-12 months previous supervisory and field coordination experience. Six-twelve months prior experience with piping plover/tern/avian field monitoring, data collection and management required. Applicants should have demonstrated experience utilizing judgment in field-based wildlife research and management projects. Experience in behavioral data collection, band-reading, wildlife tracking, coastal wildlife management issues, and GIS mapping preferred. Small boat-handling experience preferred. Applicants must have strong interpersonal skills, be in good physical condition, able to lift approximately 40 lb., and walk extended distances on beaches and other terrain. Employee must be willing to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle.

Compensation and Benefits: This is a full time position from mid-March through mid-September. Rate of payment is $13.00-$14.50/hour depending on experience with the possibility of extension depending on funding. Housing may be available for payroll deduction of $25-35/wk. Field travel reimbursement will be provided. For more information, visit www.massaudubon.org/cwp.

To inquire about this position:
Please send a cover letter (specify position(s) for which you are applying and dates of availability), resume and list of three references via email to coastalbirdjobs@massaudubon.org . In addition, please complete a short cover page questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/s/coastalbirdjobs; your application will not be processed without completion/receipt of the items above. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will begin in January, and positions will be filled by Mar 1, 2013.

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Coastal Waterbird Field Traineeship
Location: Multiple locations

Multiple positions based at:

• Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary, Barnstable, MA (covering field sites throughout southeastern Massachusetts)
• South Beach, Chatham MA (*note this position requires living in a remote camp setting on a barrier beach)
• North River Wildlife Sanctuary, Marshfield MA (covering field sites Cohasset to Plymouth)

The Coastal Waterbird Program at Mass Audubon is seeking to enroll shorebird monitoring trainees to gain experience and skills in endangered species management, coastal nesting bird ecology, field research and environmental education. Trainees will be mentored by Mass Audubon staff in the monitoring and management of Piping Plovers, Least and Common Terns, and American Oystercatchers. Activities will include construction and maintenance of protective fencing, wildlife tracking, educating the public about endangered species conservation and research. Trainees will be assigned to from 1-6 sites, where they will have the opportunity to experience a variety of coastal habitats.

Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have a strong interest in wildlife management and conservation biology. Applicants should have good communication (oral, written) skills, be in good physical condition, be willing to work weekends, holidays, and irregular hours (dependent upon wildlife and weather), and have their own vehicle. Preference will be given to applicants pursuing a career/degree in wildlife biology/management, ecology, zoology, environmental science, biology, or related field, however all are encouraged to apply. For more information: www.massaudubon.org/cwp

Compensation and Benefits: This is an unpaid traineeship.

Commitment: A minimum of 10 weeks (including some weekends and the 4th of July holiday), beginning no later than May 31, 2013. Trainees should expect to commit to a maximum of 35 hours per week.

To inquire about this position:
Please send a cover letter (specify position(s) for which you are applying and dates of availability), resume and list of three references via email to coastalbirdjobs@massaudubon.org . In addition, please complete a short cover page questionnaire at www.surveymonkey.com/s/coastalbirdjobs; your application will not be processed without completion/receipt of the items above. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews will begin in January, and positions will be filled by Mar 1, 2013.

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Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary

Environmental Educator
Location: South Wellfleet, MA

April – June 2013 with possible extension

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic environmental educator to join our staff. Mass Audubon‘s Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is a 1100-acre coastal sanctuary on Cape Cod. The Environmental Educator will teach introductory level programs on local wildlife ecology to school groups both at our sanctuary and off-site. This work will take place primarily outside on trails through the salt marsh, tidal flats, and forest. The Environmental Educator will lead interpretative nature walks, engage students in exploration and inquiry activities, and identify local wildlife species.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, biology, wildlife ecology, or closely related field; experience teaching children in indoor and outdoor settings; and a working knowledge of Cape Cod natural history and wildlife. The ability to relate ecological concepts to a diverse range of people and ages is imperative. A desire to improve your skills as a naturalist and teacher, flexibility, love of nature, and a desire to work outside are required. A sense of humor and strong interpersonal skills are essential. Bird identification skills are preferred. This position requires First Aid and CPR certification upon hire, as well as successful completion of a CORI and SORI.

Compensation and Benefits: Starting salary is $10/hour. The number of hours will vary weekly.

To inquire about this position:
Send cover letter and resume (email preferred) to:
Jessica MacManus, School Programs Coordinator
Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
PO Box 236
South Wellfleet, MA 02663
jmacmanus@massaudubon.org

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