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Temporary Coastal Black Bear Crew Lead

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  • Letter of Interest
  • CV/Resume
  • Contact information for at least 3 references

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG193984TM
Position Number 11ASO3159
Position Type Temporary
Essential Job Duties
We are seeking up to 4 highly motivated seasonal Crew Leaders for a black bear genetic and abundance study in eastern North Carolina.

Primary duties include training, scheduling, and overseeing day-to-day activities of 3-9 seasonal field technicians; contacting landowners to request and maintain access to survey sites; setting up and monitoring hair snares to collect information on black bear genetics and abundance; data processing, entry, and organization; communicating effectively with crew and reporting to supervisors. Work will be conducted on public and private lands across eastern North Carolina. Shared field housing (utilities included) and work vehicles are provided. Specific duties include scheduling, landowner outreach, supply inventory, equipment maintenance, driving for long distances, operating ATVs and/or kayaks as needed, hiking with gear to sites that may be inaccessible from drivable roads, field data collection following detailed protocols, quality control, and performing tasks in typical southeastern summer conditions. Crew leaders will work closely with researchers at North Carolina State University, USGS North Carolina Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit, Mississippi State University, and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. Crew Leader positions are mid-April to mid-August (~18-weeks) with some flexibility.

Shared field housing locations will be in southeastern NC (possible locations include Jacksonville, New Bern, Fayetteville, Elizabethtown).

Work Schedule:
  • Hours vary based on research needs- including mornings, evenings, and weekends


Questions can be emailed to CoastalBlackBearProject@ncsu.edu. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and hiring decisions may be made before the closing date.
Is Time Limited Yes
If Yes, Appointment Length April 2024 - August 2024
Department Information

Job City & State Varies NC locations
Department Applied Ecology
System Information

Classification Title Temporary-Technical/Paraprofessional
Working Title Temporary Coastal Black Bear Crew Lead

Position Information

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Up to 40/hrs per week
Other Work/Responsibilities
  • n/a
Minimum Experience/Education
  • 4 year degree in wildlife biology, zoology, environmental science or a related field; OR an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience
Department Required Skills
  • Ability to oversee field work, including landowner contact, management of supplies, field data collection, maintenance of hair snares, and organization of data
  • Ability to appropriately assess and mitigate risks inherent to field work, demonstrate safe practices to crew, manage technicians, and regularly communicate with crew for safety check-ins
  • Comfortable working independently in the field but also capable of working and communicating effectively with their assigned crew and supervisors to accomplish shared goals
  • Must be able to hike with up to 50 lbs. of gear to sites if needed and be able to work efficiently in all weather conditions
  • Must be able to work and communicate in a professional capacity while representing North Carolina State University on private, state, and federal lands
  • Strong work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
  • Willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and weekends
Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education
  • Previous fieldwork experience
  • Experience leading or training technicians in the field
  • Comfortable operating and maintaining 4WD vehicles, towing trailers, operating and loading ATVs, and using kayaks/canoes on flat water
Required License or Certification
  • Valid driver’s license
Valid NC Driver's License required? No
Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range $19/hr
Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 12/06/2023
Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/194283
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. How did you learn of this opportunity?
    • NCSU Website
    • Job Alert (automated email from our system)
    • NCSU Executive Search Services
    • Monster.com
    • CareerBuilder.com
    • InsideHigherEd.com
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Other Online Job Board
    • Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
    • Job / Career Fair
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Professional Journal
    • Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
    • Radio / Television Advertisement
    • Professional Organization
    • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
    • Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
    • NCSU Employee Referral
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
    • Other
  2. If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source.

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. Do you have previous field work experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Are you able to oversee field work, including landowner contact, management of supplies, field data collection, maintenance of hair snares, and organization of data?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Are you able to hike with up to 50 lbs. of gear to sites if needed and be able to work efficiently in all weather conditions?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Are you able to work in a professional capacity while representing North Carolina State University on private, state, and federal lands?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Do you possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude, attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills?
    • Yes
    • No
  8. * Do you possess a willingness to work early mornings, late nights, and weekends?
    • Yes
    • No
  9. * Do you have a valid driver’s license?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Do you possess a 4 year degree in wildlife biology, zoology, environmental science or a related field OR an equivalent combination of training and/or related experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  11. * Are you comfortable working independently in the field but also capable of working and communicating effectively with their assigned crew and supervisors to accomplish shared goals?
    • Yes
    • No
  12. * Are you able to appropriately assess and mitigate risks inherent to field work, demonstrate safe practices to crew, manage technicians, and regularly communicate with crew for safety check-ins?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Contact Information for References
Optional Documents