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JOB SUMMARY:
The James C. Kennedy Waterfowl and Wetlands Conservation Center at Clemson University in collaboration with the South Carolina Waterfowl Association, Palmetto Waterfowl, and the University of Texas at El Paso is seeking a highly motivated Waterfowl Biologist to lead fieldwork for a collaborative research project examining the behavior, habitat use, survival, and fecundity of wild and game-farm mallards in South Carolina, and other duties as assigned. The incumbent will work closely with a Ph.D. student at Clemson University and private landowners. Other duties as assigned.
JOB DUTIES:
25% - Essential - Collaborate and communicate effectively with university researchers, private landowners, conservation partners, and research stakeholders to ensure seamless data collection, land access, and implementation of research objectives, while providing updates and representing the project in a professional and conservation minded manner.
20% - Essential - Lead field operations to capture, band, bleed, and mark wild, game-farm, and hybrid mallards using walk-in and swim-in traps across diverse public and private wetland habitat.
20% - Essential - Coordinate deployment and monitoring of GPS-GSM and VHF telemetry transmitters on marked birds to assess behavior, habitat use, and movement ecology.
20% - Essential - Collect and manage biological samples, including blood for genetic analysis in partnership with collaborators at the University of Texas at El Paso, and maintain accurate records of morphometrics and banding data.
15% - Essential - Other duties as assigned, including but not limited to, report writing, vehicle maintenance, equipment repair, preparation of maps, summaries, or visualizations, training of volunteers and other students, and assist with permit documentation.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Bachelor's Degree - Biology, chemistry, wildlife management or related technical area.
Work Experience - 1+ years demonstrated experience in capturing, handling, and banding waterfowl or other avian species, experience using VHF telemetry, physically fit and capable of working in rugged field conditions, self-motivated, and strong communication skills
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:
Education - Master's Degree - Wildlife Biology or related field.
Licenses - Drivers License Class D normal < 26,000 and reliable transportation
Work Experience - 2+ years experience leading field crews or managing volunteers, skilled in waterfowl trapping techniques, familiarity with UTV/ATV operation and field equipment, analytical experience with band-recovery data
Certified or Associate Wildlife Biologist
RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises Student Workers only - Supervises Student workers only
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
10% - Stand for prolonged period
5% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
10% - Walk or move about
5% - Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
5% - Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
5% - Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
15% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
10% - Recognize or inspect visually
10% - Extends hands or arms in any direction
5% - Use taste or smell to detect or determine particular flavors or odors
10% - Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
WORKING CONDITIONS:
20% - Exposure to heat or cold
5% - Exposure to dust/fumes
20% - Wet or humid
5% - Mechanical hazards
5% - Electrical hazards
5% - Overnight Travel
5% - Exposure to bio-hazards (i.e. blood, bodily fluids)
WORK SCHEDULE:
Standard Hours: 37.5
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
Anticipated Salary Range - $33,00.000 to $45,000.00
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION:
Clemson, SC
MILITARY AND VETERAN:
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email [email protected] upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT:
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
