Avian Use Technician

Job Title

Avian Use Technician

Salary

19.00 - 22.00

Job Classification

Hourly

Location

Crittenden County, AR US (Primary)

Poinsett County, AR US

Job Type

Temporary

# of Hires Needed

Job Description

Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc. (WEST), a dynamic environmental and statistical consulting firm with offices across the United States and Canada, is looking for a temporary, part-time, Avian Use Technician .

WEST has a permanent core of professionals with broad experience in basic and applied ecological studies and the sophisticated analysis of natural resource data. Since its founding in 1990, the WEST team has shaped the foundation of what we do, and what we believe in through our core values and key principles. Our work matters to our clients, communities, and the environment. Join WEST and discover a company of passionate, committed, and highly motivated individuals.

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Key Details :

• Compensation : $19 - $22 per hour, DOE
• Start Date : November 2025
• End Date : February 2026 (with possibility of extension for other aspects of the project)
• Location : Crittenden and Poinsett counties, Arkansas
• Schedule : At least four survey days per month (apx. 16 to 25 hours per month) for 4 months
• Additional Details : GPS units and other field equipment will be provided by WEST. Field technicians must be equipped with professional-grade binoculars, spotting scope, and appropriate clothing.

Job Summary :

WEST is looking for one candidate to reside in or near Crittenden and Poinsett counties, Arkansas. The primary responsibilities for this position are to conduct avian use surveys for communal roosting eagles of the region. There is a possibility of helping with other aspects of this project. Successful candidates must be able to work in a rural field setting, work well both independently and with others, and follow field and data entry protocols. Previous experience conducting avian surveys is required. Training will be provided. The average work-month will be approximately 16 to 25 hours, though there may be weeks requiring shorter or longer hours depending on seasonal objectives and project workloads.

Responsibilities include :

This is a general description of the functions for this position and is not inclusive of the duties which may be associated with this position.

Job Requirements

Requirements :

Physical Requirements :

After an offer of employment is made, the candidate must successfully pass a pre-employment background check, drug screening, and a DMV records check that meets WEST's minimum criteria to operate a motor vehicle on behalf of the company. A valid driver's license will be required. Candidates must adhere to all health and safety requirements.

WEST provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, genetics, and any protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Further, WEST takes affirmative action to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly, and without discrimination, for recruitment, selection, advancement and every other term and privilege associated with employment.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Salary Grade

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Application Deadline

10 / 15 / 2025