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Position Title: Fisheries Research Technician: Resilient Habitats
Reports To: Fisheries Project Manager
Classification: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Research Technician position will primarily focus on intertidal and coastal fieldwork, associated data entry, management, and basic analysis techniques. Projects may include long-term green crab monitoring, eelgrass and oyster reef restoration, blue crab mark recapture studies, quahog aquaculture experiments, river herring monitoring, and environmental data collection. The Research Technician will also assist in other efforts depending on specific needs, skill sets, and interests. This may include convening stakeholder groups, interfacing with fisheries management bodies, and conducting outreach and education related to Fisheries initiatives. These projects may require literature reviews, regulatory and legislative analyses, GIS analysis or development of simple data collection tools, support writing reports and guidance documents, and outreach/collaboration with harvesters, municipal staff, land trusts, and other partners.

This is a part-time (30-35 hours per hour) temporary position beginning May 2025 located in Brunswick, Maine.

ABOUT MANOMET

Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.

Manomet’s fisheries team is based out of Brunswick, Maine, with work focused in the Gulf of Maine to build resilient and productive coastal ecosystems and communities by diversifying opportunities in fishing and aquaculture. Most projects include close partnerships with local harvesters, fishers, aquaculture farmers and other community stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Work closely with Fisheries Project Manager to execute field research throughout midcoast and Southern Maine.
• Conduct surveys using established protocols in nearshore coastal habitat.
• Timely data entry and associated Quality Assurance/Quality Control work.
• Manage and maintain field and project gear.
• Participate in project-related events.
• Attend external partner meetings related to specific projects.
• Attend internal project and team meeting

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Successful candidates will have exceptional organizational skills, be highly motivated and able to work both independently and in a team.
• Past experience assisting with field research is strongly recommended, ideally in coastal or marine environments.
• Past experience in environmental studies or marine science would be beneficial but is not required.
• Strong communication skills, ability to communicate with a wide range of internal and external colleagues and industry members.
• Interest in marine ecosystems, coastal communities, and fisheries.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Must have a reliable method of transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Local housing (housing not provided).
• Must successfully pass a background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasional night and weekend work to support events and donor engagement activities
• Applicants should be comfortable working outside in variable conditions and have the flexibility to conduct fieldwork around the tidal schedule, not a normal 8hr workday.
• Comfort around the water and shoreline is essential and some work may be physically demanding.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various field sites throughout southern and midcoast Maine as necessary to complete job duties. Travel is reimbursed.
• Close work (paperwork, visual examination).
• Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

SALARY RANGE: $19.50 per hour

HOW TO APPLY

Please email a resume and cover letter with 2-3 references to jobs@manomet.org by February 21st.
Please reference the job title in the subject line.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Position Title: Landbird Banding Internship (2 Openings)
Department: Environmental Education and Outreach
Reports To: Director of Landbird Conservation
Classification: Internship

POSITION SUMMARY

The banding lab at Manomet Conservation Sciences hosts one of the longest-running ornithological internship programs in the country. Landbird Banding Interns learn the essential functions of bird banding through hands-on work with skilled bird banders and educators.

ABOUT MANOMET CONSERVATION SCIENCES

Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on reversing the decline of shorebirds, promoting coastal resilience, and educating and empowering the next generation of conservationists. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.

TRAINING/ EDUCATION PLAN

Interns receive training in safe and proper bird banding techniques. Upon arrival, interns receive a week-long overview of the banding process and the operation of the banding lab. After this, interns then learn through immersion in the banding lab. Under the training and supervision of the Director of Landbird Conservation and two experienced bird banders, interns receive in-depth training and learn from experienced practitioners. Interns also learn from Manomet’s experienced Environmental Education Staff through participation in outreach and education events centered around Manomet’s long-term research. Interns will work to identify areas of need for skills based upon the North American Banding Council Banders Checklist. Once identified, interns will work with banding staff to address any shortcomings in their skillsets.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

• For skills learned in the banding lab please see the NABC checklist:
  https://www.nabanding.net/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/Banders-Checklist-final-2012.pdf

SCHEDULE

• Start Date: April 7, 2025
• End Date: June 13, 2025**
• Schedule – 5 days a week: Banding Interns participate in 8 hours(with scheduled breaks) of banding starting 30 minutes prior to dawn. Banding activities take place on weekdays and only when conditions are favorable for banding. In instances where inclement weather prohibits limits banding, interns may learn through assisting with data management tasks or educational programing.

**Since learning opportunities in the lab differ between spring and fall, Banding Interns are incentivized to intern for a full annual cycle (spring and fall) if possible. Manomet may offer summer internship opportunities to help bridge the gap between mid-June and early August.

REQUIREMENTS

• Desire to learn about the banding process
• Must successfully pass a background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable method of transportation (parking will be provided on-site)

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to identify (or learn) Eastern birds by sight
• Familiar with the bird banding process (preferred)
• Interest in environmental education (preferred)
• Works well in a collaborative team environment

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• 8-hour days that begin before dawn five days per week
• Ability to work in adverse outdoor conditions, including but not limited to
  exposure to mosquitoes, ticks, poison ivy, and extremes in weather, like hot sun, cold temperatures, rain, snow, and high winds
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. or move up to 100 lbs. and assist others to do the same
• Occasional walking up and down stairs, standing, and bending
• Frequent walking over uneven terrain and stairs, standing, and bending
• Handling wild birds
• Close work with others (paperwork, visual examination)
• Ability to live and work on-site.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please email a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references to edalton@manomet.org by: March 1st, 2025. Please refer to the internship title in the subject line.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the internship opportunity performed by people assigned to this internship. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential internship functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Position Title: Georgia Coastal Bird Ambassador Crew Leader
Reports To: Shorebird Biologist
HR Job Category: Internship

INTERNSHIP SUMMARY

The intern will act as a lead volunteer for Georgia Coastal Bird Ambassadors, engage with the public, and conduct shorebird disturbance monitoring surveys to collect data that can support future management decisions. They will provide wildlife viewing opportunities for visitors and community members on the beaches to increase the public’s awareness of shorebird and seabird disturbance issues on Tybee Island’s beaches. They will assist Allie Hayser, shorebird biologist, with tabling events, school programs, and opportunities for collaboration with other partners on the Georgia coast. Training in shorebird ID and volunteer coordination will be provided in the on-boarding process.

INTERNSHIP LOCATION:

• Tybee Island, Georgia.
• Some travel along the Georgia coast for any outreach events throughout the internship between St. Simons, Savannah, and Brunswick, GA

ABOUT MANOMET

Manomet is a 501(c)(3) organization that empowers stakeholders through science and works with partners to make a world where ecosystems and human communities thrive. Since Manomet’s beginnings as a bird banding operation in 1969, its science and research have expanded to focus on ecosystem management and resilience, shorebird conservation, and educating tomorrow’s leaders about the importance of the natural world. Workplace diversity, science, and climate change are the fundamental principles driving Manomet’s work today.

TRAINING/EDUCATION PLAN:

• Our internship opportunity will have two main areas of focus. First, it will offer an immersive experience in shorebird conservation and fieldwork, and associated data entry, management, and community-based social marketing. Projects that potential interns would be working on include long-term disturbance monitoring, shorebird and seabird band resighting, nest monitoring, and environmental data collection. Second, the intern will assist with efforts to convene volunteers and work with partners, conduct outreach and education related to shorebird conservation, and promote the messaging to reduce disturbance to our coastal birds at key stopover sites along the Georgia Coast.
• These projects may include social media posts, written pieces for local news, collection of data at beach sites, outreach and collaboration with schools, partners, and state/federal agencies. They will work to maintain and grow the number of volunteers involved with our beach stewards program, improve nesting success for species that use the beach, and carefully document ongoing problems that reduce nest success. They will collect and organize data from volunteer shift reports to document volunteer hours. They will alsoincrease the public’s awareness of shorebird and seabird disturbance issues on the coast through interactions on the beach and on social platforms. They will also collect data that will support future management decisions.

EXPECTED OUTCOMES:

• Intern will gain skills with volunteer management, community engagement, conservation planning and collaboration.
• Act as a lead for volunteer Coastal Bird Ambassadors, managing and engaging with the current volunteer group, supporting the recruitment of volunteers for the Georgia Coastal Bird Ambassador Program. The intern will encourage volunteers to interact positively with the public and will relay any concerns to Manomet. The intern will prioritize timing steward shifts to coincide with the heaviest use of the beach with emphasis on weekends and holidays
• Participating in tabling events and providing outreach programs virtually and in-person for volunteers, community groups, and the public. Designing materials to contribute to steward resources (field guides, pamphlets, polls, articles, blogs, posts on media platforms).
• Monitor seabird and shorebird roosting and nesting sites on Tybee Island by minimizing the human disturbance for those nesting birds. Nest establishment can begin in late March for Black Skimmers.
• Promote the “Wildlife Beach Area” concept for beaches, which highlights the most important parts of the beach for birds, and requests that beachgoers give birds space, and stay clear of posted sites.
• Engage with the public, leading bird walks, educating them about nesting birds through outreach by showing them birds through optic gear and using various outreach tools. Work with Manomet and partners to keep managers apprised of blatant violations of existing ordinances. Beach stewards have no enforcement authority- all interactions should be positive.
• Maintenance of volunteer equipment (cart, chairs, signage, vests) and coordinate with Manomet staff if necessary. Maintenance of ropes and signs at exclosures to protect nesting or roosting birds in coordination with Manomet, GA DNR and City of Tybee.
• Complete shift reports and encourage all volunteers to complete shift reports throughout the season. These reports include estimating the number of nesting birds of each species and estimate nesting success, as well as reporting on interactions with the public. Shift reports will be submitted through the Google Form platform.
• Conducting surveys using established protocols and ensuring data collection from volunteers is accurate and reliable.
• Document disturbance issues (human, canine, tidal flooding etc.) at priority sites and report findings to Manomet staff.

SCHEDULE: 

• Application Deadline December 28th, 2024
• Notified Date for Applicants: January 6th, 2025
• Start Date February 10th, 2025
• End Date: June 30th, 2025
• Schedule: 15-25 hours a week in the field and working remotely on projects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid driver’s license and personal transportation needed to travel to events and beach sites.
• Must have local housing; housing is not provided for this internship.
• High School Diploma
• Preferred- Bachelors, or in-progress of Bachelors

PREPARATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Familiar with conservation projects, community engagement events, and can communicate positively with beachgoers
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, enthusiasm, and demonstrated ability to work independently.
• Have an interest in shorebird conservation and some bird identification experience or an interest in improving skills.
• Familiar with writing posts on social platforms, sharing media with the public, and using cameras, phones, and optics to create media for our steward group.
• Familiar with scheduling, data management, and report writing.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Ability and willingness to travel to various locations on the Georgia Coast as necessary to complete job duties.
• Hybrid remote work when not in the field.
• Applicants should be comfortable working independently in the field and recording data. This position requires walking long distances over sandy beach, sitting for several hours, and tolerating exposure to variable and sometimes harsh weather and environmental conditions (wind, heat, sun, biting insects)

BENEFITS 

• Paid internship, $16 per hour.
• Hours will be flexible: 15-25 hours/wk., but will not exceed 25 hours/wk.
• Will provide documentation for college credit opportunities if desired.

HOW TO APPLY:

Send cover letter, resume and contact info for two references via email to Allie Hayser (ahayser@manomet.org) and CC to Abby Sterling (asterling@manomet.org).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Manomet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.