Shorebird and Endangered Species Monitor

Job overview

The Shorebird and Endangered Species Monitor role is onsite in South Padre Island, TX, supporting the Brazos Island Harbor Maintenance Dredging Project. Compensation is $225–$265 per 12-hour shift, depending on qualifications and relevant experience. REMSA provides environmental consulting and marine support services, including protected-species monitoring and regulatory compliance for coastal and infrastructure projects. The monitor surveys and observes protected shorebirds and other applicable species near beach placement and construction activity. The role supports project compliance by documenting observations, communicating findings, and following avoidance, buffer, notification, and stop-work procedures.

What you'll do

• Conduct shoreside surveys for Piping Plovers, Red Knots, and other applicable protected species
• identify species, habitat, and areas in use
• monitor active beach placement and construction areas
• observe equipment and vehicle movements as required
• document observations and complete shift reports
• promptly communicate observations
• follow avoidance, buffer, notification, and stop-work procedures
• coordinate with project personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

shorebird monitor

endangered species monitor

piping plover

red knot

protected species

environmental monitoring

coastal construction

dredging project

south padre island tx

remsa

12-hour shifts

day and night shifts

$225–$265 per shift

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

12-hour day and/or night shifts, with rotating day and night shifts as project operations expand; anticipated start October 14, 2026; relevant education, training, and/or documented experience required; wildlife handling is not included unless specifically authorized and permitted.

About the employer

REMSA, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Architectural Services. Sector: 54.