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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: ARCTIC RESEARCH
QUEEN MAUD GULF BIRD SANCTUARY, NUNAVUT

ASSIST WITH POPULATION ECOLOGY STUDIES OF ROSS’S AND LESSER SNOW GEESE, KING EIDERS, LONG-TAILED DUCKS, ARCTIC FOX

TRAVEL, FOOD, AND ACCOMODATIONS PROVIDED

25 May or 10 June to 10 July or 15 August, 2008; dates flexible

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Ferguson Moore or Dana Kellett
Environment Canada
ferguson.moore@ec.gc.ca; dana.kellett@ec.gc.ca
(306) 975-5509

Research Scientist: Dr. Ray Alisauskas

First aid, CPR, small boat operation, firearm safety, and outdoor survival skills definite assets.  Submit letter of interest with resume and names of 2-3 references to Ferguson or

Dana at Environment Canada, 115 Perimeter Road, Saskatoon, SK  S7N 0X4

SEASONAL FIELD ASSISTANT -- Waterfowl Nest Searching

We are seeking one field assistant to work with a Master’s student studying duck nesting success on the prairies of West-Central Minnesota.  Study objective is to examine the nest success of upland nesting ducks (primarily Mallards, Blue-winged Teal) in relation to proximity of encroaching woody vegetation.  Field work will take place from mid-May through mid-July. 

DUTIES: Field assistant will help conduct waterfowl nest searches in tall-grass prairie habitat.  Nest searching consists of driving 4WD vehicles or ATVs while towing a chain-drag, locating nests of flushed waterfowl, and following protocols to determine nest age and fate.  Nests are marked (GPS and with visual markers) and re-visited to determine nest fate.  Other duties may include:  conducting waterfowl breeding pair and brood surveys, assessing vegetation characteristics, identifying predators (tracks and scat) at study sites, entering data, and maintaining and repairing equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Experience conducting waterfowl nest searches (preferred but not necessary), strong bird ID skills (waterfowl of Midwest), advanced coursework or degree in biology, ecology, or related field, strong interest in conservation biology and/or ornithology.  Also prefer good driving record, ability to work well with others, attention to detail and ability to follow protocols, and willingness to work in sometimes challenging field conditions (hot, humid, buggy, rainy, long hours, early mornings etc).

COMPENSATION: Field housing will be provided along with a stipend of $1,600 per month.  Position will be based in Morris, MN.  Work will be conducted cooperatively with the University of MN, Delta Waterfowl Foundation, and the USFWS Morris Wetland Management District. 

Please send a cover letter and resume including contact information for 3 professional references to TODD ARNOLD (EM: arnol065 AT umn.edu).  Be sure to mention when you will be available to begin work.  We will review resumes as we receive them; you are encouraged to apply early.

Saskatchewan Association for Firearm Education (SAFE) is a non-profit organization responsible for the management and program delivery of the provincial firearm safety and hunter education program. In addition, SAFE works to protect the hunting heritage in Saskatchewan through education and communications. Currently, SAFE requires a highly self motivated and dynamic individual as an Executive Director

The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the operation of SAFE. The successful candidate will have strong management skills, have the ability to lead, and coordinate all the fiscal, operational and human resources requirements for the organization based on policies and guidelines set by a volunteer board of directors. The successful candidate will liaise with community, instructors, business and government partners on a regional, provincial and national scope.

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:

Five to seven years of experience in administration and management of programs, preferably in education, communications or marketing settings.
Strong knowledge of firearm safety, hunter education, outdoor education and hunting ethics.
Knowledge of statistical reporting, budgeting and development of funding proposals for government agencies.
Skills in business and project planning and an understanding of governance models.
The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal, communication, interviewing and problem solving skills.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Electronic applications preferred
To apply:

Vance Lester
Box 32 Perdue, SK
S0K 3C0
vlester2@yahoo.com
306.237.4612

Deadline for resumes is 4:00 pm March 25, 2008.