Introducing Our Seasonal Research Technician -- Jared Franklin

Jared Franklin

We are pleased to introduce you to Jared Franklin, our Seasonal Research Technician.  Jared has had a wide variety of experiences that make him an excellent addition to our staff.  He recently graduated from Messiah College with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science.  Jared grew up in Torrington, CT and graduated from Wamogo Regional High School in Agricultural Science Education Program.  During his academic studies, Jared broadened his perspective by traveling to several regions of the world including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Thailand.  Jared's travels have impacted his intellectual development greatly.  In Costa Rica, he examined the health of volcanic rainforest streams compared to size, elevations, and levels of human disturbance.  This research examined how this impacted water quality and macroinvertebrate species assemblages.  He was a project leader in Nicaragua that researched water filtration and purification systems, sustainable development, and implications on local human community water resources.  Jared recently returned from Thailand, where he examined the relationship of current agricultural practices and their impacts on soil erosion.  We are fortunate to have Jared with us this summer.  Jared is guided by his desire to explore the natural world.  His perspective will have important impacts on our program.

Introducing Our Seasonal Technician -- Erin Caruso

Erin Caruso, WMCC Seasonal Research Technician

I am pleased to introduce to you our Seasonal Research Technician for the summer 2012 season.  Erin Caruso graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources program and concentrated her studies in Fisheries and Wildlife Conservation.  Erin grew up in Granby, Connecticut where she developed her interests in learning about animals, hiking, and traveling.  Erin will be contributing to the Wildlife Monitor while working at White Memorial, so check back here to see what she is accomplishing this summer.

Wildlife Research Technician Position Announcement

The White Memorial Conservation Center, Inc.

Job Announcement

Job Title:  Wildlife Research Technician (Seasonal)

Job Description:

Job involves working with various wildlife monitoring projects throughout the summer season on a 4000 acre refuge in northwestern Connecticut.  Projects include and are limited to mammal surveys, bird surveys, and reptile & amphibian cover object monitoring.  Short written reports in a format suitable for a general audience will be required regularly (approximately daily).  Field equipment such as GPS units and other digital instruments will be used and must be maintained.  This is a 40 hour per week position working Monday through Friday with occasional Saturday times, for a total of 16 weeks between mid-May and mid-September.  Schedule can vary by applicant’s availability.

Job Qualifications:

 B.S. or have completed at least 3 years of higher education towards a B.S. in biology, ecology, natural resource management, environmental science, or other related discipline.  Applicants with a completed Associates degree in similar discipline will also be considered.
 Familiar with all Connecticut wildlife species, including but not limited to birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.  Able to recognize all species by direct observation or by evidence such as call/song, tracks, scat or other sign.  Knowledgeable of management and conservation initiatives with all wildlife species within the state of Connecticut and southern New England.
 Familiar with biological field research protocols and procedures.
 Able to write short reports describing technical work for a general audience.
 Have a valid driver’s license
 Be able to drive a pick-up truck (automatic transmission and occasionally in 4WD off road)
 Be able to work with volunteers and the public
 Capable of working independently and as part of a team, cheerfully in all weather conditions, and with biting insects/ticks.
 Able to work with Microsoft Office Suite software and capable of learning other platforms to suit the needs of the position.
 Familiar with the proper usage and maintenance of field equipment.

Please send copy of resume and contact information for 2 references to:

James Fischer
Research Director
The White Memorial Conservation Center, Inc.
80 Whitehall Rd.
P.O. Box 368
Litchfield, CT  06759

e-mail: james@whitememorialcc.org
phone: 860-567-0857
fax: 860-567-2611
www.whitememorialcc.org
http://wmrcp.blogspot.com

Application Period:  Open until filled, Application period begins April 1, 2012.

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