Manatee Photo-identification Research Staff

Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission Fish and Wildlife Research Institute

Section - Wildlife Research Project - Manatee Photo-identification

Location - St. Petersburg, FL

Position type - Full-time (40 hrs/week)

Rate of pay - $10.00 per hour, no benefits included (hourly wage is negotiable for highly qualified candidates)

Number of available positions - 2

Close date - Review of applications will begin May 19, 2006

Contact - Kari A. Higgs Kari.Higgs@MyFWC.com

Description - Assist in all aspects of the manatee photo-identification project. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: photographing manatees, collecting environmental and behavioral data, matching images to known animals, drawing composite scar sketches of manatees, data entry and verification, equipment maintenance, management of volunteers/interns, and public outreach. Travel and working on weekends and holidays will be required periodically.

Qualifications - A bachelor's degree with a major in one of the biological sciences. The successful candidate must have strong computer skills, preferably including experience with Microsoft Office applications (particularly Microsoft Access) and photo-editing/management software. Previous experience in photo-identification, in the operation of digital SLR cameras, and in boat handling and trailering is strongly desired. Patience, organizational skills, attention to detail, strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work successfully with a number of different cooperators are essential qualifications for this position.

Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter, resume, and a list of three references via email to kari.higgs@myfwc.com or standard mail to the following address.

Fish and Wildlife Research Institute Attn: Kari Higgs 100 8th Avenue S.E. St. Petersburg, FL 33701

http://research.myfwc.com/

FWC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application/selection process, please contact the hiring authority in advance. Federal law requires that we hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized aliens who can provide proof of their identity and employment eligibility.

Kari A. Higgs Manatee Photo-identification Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Fish and Wildlife Research Institute 100 8th Avenue S.E. St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 896-8626 x1912, Suncom 523-1912 kari.higgs@MyFWC.com http://myfwc.com http://research.myfwc.com