Wildlife Technician Position Available In Lee, Alabama

Wildlife Technician Auburn $31,200 – $37,350 United States, Alabama, Auburn 1550 East Glenn Avenue (Show on map) Jun 12, 2025 Position Details Position Information Requisition Number S4510P
Home Org Name Forestry Wildlife and Environment
Division Name College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment
Position Title Wildlife Technician
Job Class Code GB03A
Appointment Status Full-time
Part-time FTE Limited Term Yes
Limited Term Length 2 Years
Job Summary This is a two year limited term appointment funded by extramural funds. Continuation of employment is contingent upon receiving additional funds. The Simonis Lab at Auburn University is hiring a Wildlife Technician to assist in projects associated with bat health. Primary responsibilities will include conducting and leading various bat surveys (point counts, capture, biological sampling) along highway culverts and various field sites throughout Alabama. Other duties will include data entry and organization, field equipment maintenance, field supply inventory, supply ordering, and possibly some laboratory work during down time from the field. Candidates must be prepared and able to work under challenging environmental conditions, which include exposure to elements such as heat, humidity, and the presence of wildlife and insects. Additionally, candidates must be prepared to perform day or night work, depending on the project and field site. Travel and lodging will be covered. For more information regarding the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment at Auburn University, please visit their website here: https://cfwe.auburn.edu/. For more information about the Simonis Lab, please visit their website here: https://simonislab.weebly.com/. Essential Functions Primary responsibilities will include conducting and leading various bat surveys (point counts, capture, biological sampling) along highway culverts and various field sites throughout Alabama.
Other duties will include data entry and organization, field equipment maintenance, field supply inventory, supply ordering, and possibly some laboratory work during down time from the field Why Work at Auburn?

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Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications Minimum Skills and Abilities Minimum Technology Skills Minimum License and Certifications Job related licensure may be required for specific positions.
Desired Qualifications Desired Qualifications Motivation
Ability to work well with others
Ability to work independently
Field experience conducting wildlife monitoring and capture surveys
Wildlife handling experience
Biological sampling experience
Bat survey experience
Bat identification experience
Bat handling experience
Experience collecting bat samples
Previous field, technical, laboratory or general research experience Posting Detail Information Salary Range $31,200 – $37,350
Job Category Research
Working Hours if Non-Traditional City position is located in: Auburn
State position is located: Alabama
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position Posting Date 06/12/2025
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