Western Snowy Plover Conservation Technician

Job overview

The Western Snowy Plover Conservation Technician role is onsite in the Monterey Bay area of California. It is a full-time seasonal position for five months, from March to early August 2027, at $23.15 per hour; the rate may change with 2027 salary projections. Point Blue Conservation Science works with agency partners on snowy plover conservation outcomes. The technician monitors breeding snowy plovers, manages field data, and helps implement habitat protections. The work supports collaborative conservation efforts through field observations, nest monitoring, data management, and public information about habitat protections and conservation threats.

What you'll do

• Conduct field monitoring of breeding snowy plovers, including color-band resighting, behavioral observations, and nest monitoring
• enter and manage data
• implement habitat protections and other management actions
• participate in collaborative team meetings
• provide the public with information about habitat protections and conservation threats.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

western snowy plover

conservation technician

field monitoring

bird conservation

nest monitoring

habitat protection

monterey bay ca

point blue

seasonal

$23.15/hr

five months

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Up to 40 hours of paid sick time
• personal vehicle use for field work is reimbursed at the current federal mileage rate.

Why this role

The seasonal assignment is approximately 800 hours over five months; housing, a living stipend, and a field vehicle are not provided. Binoculars and a scope are provided.

About the employer

Point Blue Conservation Science is hiring for this role. Industry: Environment, Conservation and Wildlife Organizations. Sector: 81.