Individual Placement - Biological Technician - Red Wolf Recovery Program

Position Summary The position is with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Red Wolf Recovery Program based out of Manteo, NC. Red wolves were declared extinct in the wild in 1980 after the last red wolves were captured and placed in captivity to start a captive breeding program. In 1987, 8 red wolves were released into the wild in eastern North Carolina, an area now known as the Eastern North Carolina Red Wolf Population (ENC RWP). The Red Wolf Recovery Program operates under the Revised Red Wolf Recovery Plan published in 2023 with a goal of recovering red wolves in the wild. The individual in this position will be involved in several management tasks directly tied to working towards that goal. Hosting Organization Red Wolf Recovery Program Location Manteo, NC Schedule August 17, 2026 - April 24, 2027 Key Duties and Responsibilities - Independently conduct the care and feeding of captive red wolves and temporarily held wild canids in both permanent and temporary acclimation pens. Care and feeding consists of providing food (whole prey natural food items such as frozen rabbits, road killed deer, etc.) and water on a set schedule, administering medications in their food, cleaning scats out of the enclosures, and observing canids for signs of injury or illness, etc. - Independently conduct the observation of landscape use and movement patterns of wild canids via tracks, remote sensing cameras (including reviewing, posting, and summarizing footage), scat, radio telemetry and red wolf sightings. - Use various programs (Field Maps, Survey 123, etc.) to enter data in the field and in an office setting for canid locations, remote camera information, acclimation pen information, mortalities, etc. - Assist with the handling and processing of wild and captive canids including taking temperature, pulse and respiration, physical restraint, administering vaccines, taking body measurements, etc. and recording associated data. - Independently conduct routine maintenance of enclosures such as regularly inspecting enclosures, maintaining solar power, repairing fencing, filling in holes, etc. to maintain them in working order. - Effectively and quickly communicate with permanent staff when there are issues that need to be addressed with individual canids or facilities that are beyond routine. Marginal Duties - Assist with other aspects of red wolf management, as directed. Required Qualifications - Valid driver’s license. - Defensive Driving certification within the last 3 years or ability to pass an online course at no cost prior to operating a government vehicle. - Ability to work alone. - Ability to perform the key duties of this position. - Key tasks involve the carrying of up to 50 pounds. - A personal vehicle will be needed to travel from the bunkhouse to the office (approximately 15 miles). Preferred Qualifications - Experience in radio telemetry. - ArcGIS programs experience (e.g., Field Maps, Survey 123). - Previous use of remote sensing cameras. - Familiarity with care and feeding of animals, particularly wild animals. - Familiarity with basic maintenance of fencing and the use of tools. This SCA Position is authorized under the Public Land Corps Authority. All participants must be between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive, or veterans age 35 or younger. Participants must also be a citizen or national of the United States or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Hours served can be applied toward the Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority. General Physical Requirements Able to understand, adhere to, and communicate with others regarding hazards, procedures, and safety policies. Able to independently manage known medical conditions with the resources available throughout the position or program. Able to wear all required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hard hats, gloves, N95 or other approved face mask or shield, and appropriate footwear.Able to refrain from behaviors and actions that disrupt the work and safety of others. Able to cooperate with others to complete daily group tasks, responsibilities, and project work under potentially difficult conditions, variable daily routines, and with limited personal time. Able to self-regulate or co-regulate emotions and actions when distressed or uncomfortable, with or without the support of others. Able to self-manage outdoor and environmental exposure (e.g., temperature, wind, sun, etc.) in a variety of weather conditions. Able to maintain adequate nutrition and hydration throughout program time. If using prescription medications, able to self-administer medications by following the prescribed dosage, usage, and timing without supervisor assistance. If prescription medication is administered via injection, able to self-administer the injection. Working Conditions Work schedules and projects may change on short notice or be ambiguous.; Work settings require the ability to positively interact with people of varying perspectives. ;Work environment may be in inclement and severe weather conditions, including heavy rain and flash flooding, gusty and strong winds, foggy or decreased visibility, lightning events, and/or decreased or inclement air quality conditions due to wildfire smoke or smog. ;Work may take place in warm temperatures and adverse heat conditions which could include temperatures in some regions up to 110°F or hotter. ;Work may take place in cold temperatures and adverse winter weather which could include temperatures in some regions -20°F or colder with wind, snow, and sleet. ;Work settings may involve exposure to natural and environmental hazards, such as poison ivy, poison oak, or poison sumac; harmful, poisonous, or disease-carrying ticks, mosquitos, insects, snakes, bears, and other wildlife. Hours 40 per week Living Accommodations The living accommodations are in a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service bunkhouse approximately 15 miles from the office. The bunkhouse is a regular multi-bedroom, multi-bathroom house within a neighborhood a few blocks from the beach in Nags Head, NC. The member will likely be living in a shared bedroom/bathroom with another refuge intern. The bunkhouse has a communal kitchen, living room, laundry room, etc. Compensation Living Allowance - $800/week; Relocation Allowance (paid once): $1,100; Housing is provided at no cost to the member All allowances are subject to applicable federal, state, and local taxes. Personal Vehicle Information Required Additional Benefits Defensive Driving Training AmeriCorps: Not Eligible Equal Opportunity Statement The Student Conservation Association, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The SCA strives to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all staff members and is committed to maintaining a work atmosphere where lifestyles may grow personally and professionally.