NOW HIRING: Piping Plover Monitors

Spring melt means migratory shorebird season is on its way, and fast! The St. Louis River Alliance has worked consistently throughout the years to bring a suitable shorebird habitat forward within the Twin Ports, and needs your help monitoring the beaches for any signs of Piping Plover activity. The Great Lakes Piping Plover is a critically endangered shorebird.

Application deadline: 4/10/2023
Start date: Training begins 4/24/2023
Season: 5/1 to 6/15, with potential extension until 8/31/2023 if nesting occurs. 
Hours: 20-30 hours/week, May 1st to June 15th
FULL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE

The St. Louis River Alliance is hiring seasonal Piping Plover Monitors to work 20-30 hours a week May 1st - June 15th, 2023, with field training starting on April 24th (weather dependent). In the event that nesting behavior occurs, positions will be extended until August 31st. Monitoring extension will be decided by employment by May 31st. 

The monitor's main responsibilities are to walk on uneven surfaces for long distances, accurately record all bird and predator activity as well as current beach conditions. This will include using binoculars, spotting scopes and a hiking backpack for your equipment. Other responsibilities include professional and consistent communication with the Project Leader, and proper data collection. Training is provided, and personal transportation to field sites is required. 

If you love the natural world around you, and are passionate about experiencing field work, this will be a rewarding position for you! 

Please send your cover letter and resume to projectleader@stlouisriver.org to be considered for the position. 

Contact Person: Mikayla Erickson
To Apply: Email a resume and cover letter to projectleader@stlouisriver.org
Or mail resume and cover letter to:
St. Louis River Alliance, Attn: Mikayla Erickson
394 Lake Ave. S. Suite 208 
Duluth, MN 55802