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Shorebird Outreach and Monitoring Technician

Manomet

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Arkansas, USA · Louisiana, USA · Mississippi, USA · Valley, AL, USA · Remote

USD 45k-50k / year

Posted on Jan 30, 2026

Position Title: Shorebird Outreach and Monitoring TechnicianDepartment: Resilient HabitatsReports To: Shorebird BiologistFLSA Classification: Full Time/Non-ExemptHR Job Category: Professional SupportPOSITION SUMMARYAssist in increasing wetland and shallow water habitat for migratory waterfowl and shorebirds across Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. Engage private landowners to manage Conservation Incentive Program (CIP) contracts and conduct waterbird monitoring/surveying on acres enrolled in Migratory Bird Resurgence Initiative (MBRI) programs administered through NRCS under Farm Bill programs. Share fieldwork results with stakeholders and assist with shorebird management workshops for conservation professionals and landowners. Manomet is working with NRCS and partners through the Working Lands for Wildlife Shorebirds of Louisiana Wetlands program.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS- Conduct outreach and technical assistance with landowners/agricultural producers- Coordinate with agricultural producers to administer CIP contracts and conduct surveys without hindering farming operations- Work with NRCS to increase EQIP programs through landowner engagement/technical assistance- Conduct waterbird surveys throughout AR, MS, and LA during shorebird migration/non-breeding season, including logistical planning- Conduct shorebird identification, counts, and surveys, especially in interior wetlands- Manage CIP contracts and ensure landowner adherence- Identify eligible producers for programmatic enrollment- Conduct field work and data entryPREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES- Undergraduate degree with emphasis on Natural Resource Management/Ecology/Wildlife Biology or related field- Ability to meet timelines; exceptional organizational skills; diligence and enthusiasm; ability to work independently- Familiarity with conservation projects, especially waterbird conservation- Minimum 3 years of experience with shorebird identification and shorebird surveys- Excellent mapping and navigational abilities (handheld GPS and description maps)- Proficiency with binoculars, spotting scopes, Microsoft suite, and mapping- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States- Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver’s license- Must successfully pass a background checkPREFERRED SKILLS- Field Technician or equivalent experience- Experience as a farm hand or familiarity with agriculture- Familiarity with Farm Bill programs (EQIP, CSP, WRE)- Ability to use remote sensing software for monitoring and mapping- Ability to use jumper cables, change a tire, unload/load ATV, hook up and drop a trailerWORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS- Ability and willingness to travel within the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley to complete job duties- Considerable time driving, walking, and conducting static surveys using binoculars/spotting scopes- Ability to stand, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., traverse uneven ground, and complete physically arduous surveys- Conduct surveys in variable/harsh weather (wind, rain, heat, humidity, intense sun, biting insects)- Ability and willingness to travel to various locations in the US; travel may also be international; travel is reimbursed- Fully remote/Hybrid remote work possibleFocal Region: Technician will cover the highlighted region within the Lower Mississippi Alluvial Valley (LMAV)SALARY RANGE: $45,000 – $50,000. Compensation commensurate with experience. Excellent benefits (health, dental, 403b match, life insurance, etc.).HOW TO APPLY: Email a resume and cover letter to jobs@manomet.org by February 6th, 2026. Reference the job title in the subject line.

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