HAWK COUNTER

HAWK COUNTER: Whitefish Point Bird Observatory, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula of Michigan, is seeking a hawk counter for the spring 2010 season. Position lasts 15 Mar-7 Jun 2010. Applicants should be adept at identifying eastern birds of prey at a distance. Early season conditions may include heavy snow cover and cold temperatures, so applicants should be prepared to deal with these conditions. There are some visitors later in the spring, so good communication skills and a sense of humor is important. This is a prime site for many northern species of owls, winter finches, eastern warblers, and Rough-legged Hawks. Fellow staff will also be conducting a waterbird count and owl banding on site. Shared housing is provided, including full kitchen, laundry, and internet. Duties include daily data entry, web updates, and writing a seasonal report. Pay is $900-1000/month based on experience, plus free housing. Please send cover letter, resume and references to NOVA MACKENTLEY (EM: wpbostaff AT gmail.com). Position is open until filled. Check out our hawk blog for more info (URL: http://www.wpbohawks.blogspot.com).