About the Organization

The Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy (ARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on the conservation and restoration of amphibian and reptile populations and their habitats across the United States. ARC focuses on implementing field programs in high-priority areas for amphibians and reptiles to improve their chances of survival. Our work includes inventory, monitoring, research, habitat restoration, population augmentation, and developing management plans across Priority Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Areas (PARCAs). Learn more at ARCProtects.org.

Position Description

ARC is seeking a seasonal Biological Technician near Tallahassee, FL. This position does not provide housing or housing assistance.  Primary duties will include participation in field projects in the Apalachicola PARCA and St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge. Projects are diverse in nature, but generally involve habitat restoration and management through rare herp inventory and monitoring, invasive plant/animal removal, population management, and community engagement. In a 3-person crew, your team will work independently with a remote supervisor to meet project goals. This position is on-location to:

• Assist in monitoring efforts and data collection for focal herpetofauna and invasive species using eDNA, trapping, and targeted surveys.
• Assist in egg collection and larval-rearing for frosted flatwoods salamander headstarting program.
• Survey for larval and adult salamanders via daytime dipnetting and nocturnal spotlight surveys.
• Mesocosm tank maintenance including routine monitoring of plankton food colonies for larval salamanders.
• Assist in invasive plant control efforts including manual removal, mechanical removal, and herbicide application within and surrounding ephemeral wetlands.
• Assist in vegetation and habitat surveys of ephemeral wetlands.
• Assist in project reporting and survey implementation.
• Represent ARC’s on-the-ground presence to build relationships and communicate with state/federal agencies, private citizens, and organizations.

Desired Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• 2+ years experience with wildlife monitoring projects, preferably herpetofauna 
• Experience working with flatwoods salamanders, headstarting, or other T&E species.
• Working knowledge of North Florida species, ecosystems, and herpetofauna sampling methods.
• Experience using digital maps to identify, relay, and track project boundaries and data. 
• Willingness to periodically travel, camp, or work varied hours (e.g. night surveys)  
• Ability to execute multiple projects, maintain organized results, and relay issues to meet project deadlines.
• Applicant must be self-motivated, responsible, and have the ability to solve problems.
• Experience navigating landscapes and driving 4×4 roads with offline and digital maps.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work long hours outdoors, year-round.