Sea Turtle Nesting Field Tech – Dune Restoration (Seg III)

Nova Southeastern University; Florida; On-site; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Job summary

A leading university in Florida is seeking a temporary employee for the sea turtle nest monitoring project. The role emphasizes locating and documenting marine turtle nests, with duties including data collection and the operation of all-terrain vehicles. Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent and be currently employed by BCSTCP. Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential. This position offers compensation based on experience and is subject to grant funding.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn new research methods and software quickly.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Locate and document marine turtle nest sites in compliance with guidelines.
• Relocate imperiled nests and monitor nesting activity.
• Collect and enter data related to beach activities.

Skills

Knowledge of MS Office

Data entry skills

Ability to operate an all-terrain vehicle

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology or related area (preferred)

Job description

We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation. Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more. NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.

We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow. Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.

Primary Purpose:

To perform priority clearance surveys and relocation of sea turtle nests for Seg III Dune Restoration construction project in compliance with Marine Turtle Permit and Guidelines as set forth by FWC under the supervision of an FWC permitted Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation program administrator, Principle Investigator, or Project Manager. You must already be a BCSTCP Employee for your application to be accepted

Temporary employment is of limited duration, and under the terms of NSU's benefits plan and policies, not eligible for company benefits.

Job Category:Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Experience

Pay Basis: Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?Yes

Essential Job Functions:

Job duties may include some or all of the following functions listed below based on level of experience with Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program and/or endangered species

2. Locate, identify and mark all marine turtle nest sites laid each night in compliance with the FWC Marine Turtle Guidelines and Marine Turtle Permit under the supervision of an FWC permitted program administrator, Principle Investigator, or Project Manager
3. Locate, identify and document all false crawls from previous night nesting activity
4. Relocate imperiled nests
5. Monitor for sea turtle nesting activity in relation to beach re-nourishment projects on Broward County beaches
6. Collect and enter data related to all aspects of the nesting beach activities and monitoring with an emphasis on accuracy, quality, and efficiency

Job Requirements:

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:1. Knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook; database and data entry skills
2. Ability to utilize or learn to utilize software relevant to the research program, new research methods, and work routines quickly
3. Safely operate an all-terrain vehicle to patrol Broward County beach sites
4. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends
5. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
6. Be able to communicate and maintain working relationships with all contracted staff, volunteers, County and Federal employees, and the general public at all times

Required Certifications/Licensures:Must be able to complete all required training modules for each component of beach monitoring activities

Required Education:High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required:Biology or related science

Required Experience:You MUST be already hired into the BCSTCP to be considered for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Marine Biology or related area of study

Is this a safety sensitive position?No

Background Screening Required? No

Pre-Employment Conditions:

Sensitivity Disclaimer:Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.