[mou] FW: Grouse research technicians needed in MN

[Jeremy Ridlbauer]

 Thought I'd pass this along from the Ecological Society of America List
serve.

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From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU] On Behalf Of Mike-WLD Larson
Sent: Monday, January 09, 2006 12:08 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: Grouse research technicians needed in MN

Title:  Wildlife research technicians, 6 are needed.
Employer:  Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources.
Term:  late-March to mid-May 2006.
Wage:  $13.43/hour, approx. 20 hours/week.
Application deadline:  1 February 2006 or until all positions are filled.

Description of work:
Conduct field work for a study of methods for monitoring leks of
sharp-tailed grouse in Minnesota.  Technicians will work independently,
driving to locations throughout large study areas to search for leks.
Applicants should be available to conduct bird surveys until at least 3
hours after sunrise during 10 mornings out of each 14-day period between 3
April and 14 May 2005.  Some technicians may work longer days to complete
assessments of land cover.  Students currently enrolled in a natural
resources degree program are encouraged to apply.

Requirements:  
Minimum qualifications include working knowledge of natural resources
management, natural history, and science and the ability to operate a motor
vehicle, hear and see well, navigate using maps and a GPS unit, and
communicate effectively.  Preference may be given to applicants who can use
their own vehicle and be reimbursed for mileage, but DNR vehicles may be
available.  Housing within the study areas will be available at no cost.  

Contact for additional information and application instructions:
Mike Larson, Grouse Research Biologist
Minnesota Dept. of Natural Resources
1201 East Hwy 2
Grand Rapids, MN  55744
Phone: 218-999-7933
Fax:    218-999-7944
Email: michael.larson@dnr.state.mn.us