Temporary Technician (DeVault)

Posting Number : G / R28040P

Working Title :

Temporary Technician (DeVault)

Department :

VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab

About the University of Georgia :

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https : / / www.uga.edu / ) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. 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 employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

College / Unit / Department website :

srel.uga.edu

Employment Type : Employee

Anticipated Start Date :

01 / 20 / 2025

Posting Date : 12 / 18 / 2024

Open Until Filled : Yes

Location of Vacancy :

Augusta Area

EOO Statement :

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Duties / Responsibilities :

Trapping and telemetry attachment on avian species

Percentage of time : 70

Duties / Responsibilities :

Assistance with point count surveys

Percentage of time : 70

Duties / Responsibilities :

Routine trap maintenance

Percentage of time : 70

Data entry

Percentage of time : 70

Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

FLSA : Non-Exempt

FTE : 1.00

Position Summary :

This is a highly responsible avian technician position based out of the Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL). The incumbent is responsible for assisting a current University of Georgia PhD student and full-time technician with avian field research on location at the Augusta Regional Airport. There will also be occasional travel to Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport.

The technician will be assisting with the capture, trapping, and handling of various raptor, vulture, and wading bird species for GPS unit attachment. The technician may also assist with avian point count surveys on airport property. Responsibilities can also include performing routine maintenance for research equipment and helping with other research-related activities as requested. This position is for approximately 8 months.

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

Avian mist-netting, trapping, and banding experience are highly desirable.

Great organization and communication skills.

Uphold ethical standards of data collection.

Identification of southeastern bird species.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies :

Assists with field research related to the investigation of avian flight behavior in study species at southeastern airports. Careful and accurate data collection / entry / management – detail oriented is a necessity. Assists graduate student and advisor with ongoing research involving animal-aircraft collisions. Provide assistance as needed with capture, trapping, and processing of avian species.

Physical Demands :

Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors 8 hours a day.

Is this a Position of Trust? :

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Is driving a requirement of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? :

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) :

Yes

Background Investigation Policy :

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Contact Details :

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name :

Travis DeVault

Recruitment Contact Email :

travis.devault@uga.edu