Posting Details

Posting NumberG/R09240PWorking TitleBat Conservation Seasonal TechnicianDepartmentWarnell AD ResearchAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websiteEmployment TypeEmployeeAdditional Schedule Information

40 hours per week. Schedule to be determined by Supervisor

Advertised Salary$11.90 per hourAnticipated Start Date11/01/2020Posting Date07/22/2020Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to Applicants

Email a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references in a single PDF document to:
Emily Ferrall, Wildlife Technician
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
Wildlife Conservation Section
emily.ferrall@dnr.ga.gov

Location of VacancyAthens Area EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Duties/Responsibilities

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Duties/Responsibilities

Time performing field research

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Time performing data-entry or other computer-based work.

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Classification TitleTemporary Technical ParaprofessionalFLSANon-ExemptUGA Job CodeJob FamilyFTE1.00Minimum QualificationsPosition Summary

The University of Georgia, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources (http://warnell.uga.edu/) and the Wildlife Conservation Section of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) (http://www.gadnr.org) are offering two seasonal positions for winter 2020/2021. The employees will work under a graduate student and DNR employee primarily conducting surveys for bats in caves and culverts throughout Georgia. Duties will include measuring and weighing bats, swabbing bats, collecting environmental conditions data and handling and storing samples. Applicants must be willing to work long days (> 10 hours) under physically challenging conditions (e.g., working in dark, wet and cold conditions). Other activities may include data entry, gear maintenance, bat acoustic call analysis, and other work as needed. Travel to study sites will be by state vehicle and lodging will be provided. Duration is November through April, somewhat flexible depending on availability (limited term of 6-months).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Applicants must have college-level coursework in ecology, wildlife biology, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Preference will be given to individuals that have current rabies pre-exposure prophylaxis and have experience with bat handling and bat identification. Experience using a GPS is also preferred.

Physical Demands

Work in a variety of field conditions including crouching and crawling in caves and culverts where encounters with snakes, alligators, biting insects, etc. are possible.

Is this a Position of Trust?YesDoes this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoIs driving a requirement of this position?Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoPosting Specific Questions

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