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EagleWatch Assistant at National Audubon Society in Maitland, FL
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Job Description
About Audubon
The National Audubon Society is a leading nonprofit conservation organization with 120 years of science-based, community-driven impact, dedicated to protecting birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow. Birds are powerful indicators of our planet’s health, acting as sentinels that warn us of environmental change and inspire action. Audubon works across the Western Hemisphere, driven by the understanding that what is good for birds is good for the planet. Through a collaborative, bipartisan approach across habitats, borders, and the political spectrum, Audubon drives meaningful and lasting conservation outcomes. With 800 staff and over 1.9 million supporters, Audubon is a dynamic and ever-growing force committed to ensuring a better planet for both birds and people for generations to come. Learn more at www.audubon.org and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @audubonsociety.
Position Summary:
Audubon’s EagleWatch program is one of the largest community science programs in the state monitoring over 1,300 Bald Eagle nests in Florida by 700+ volunteers. This seasonal position is designed to provide support and assistance to the EagleWatch Program Manager with a focus on database quality control and data analysis. They will be expected to maintain good communications within other departments of the Center, Audubon staff and volunteers in addition to the general public to actively help promote the Center’s programs and mission of caring for Florida’s raptors.
This is a part –time seasonal position (5 months) from June 8, 2026 - October 31, 2026, to provide support during the data analysis and volunteer training segment of the EagleWatch season.
This role is classified as hybrid, candidates must be within commuting distance from the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, FL.
Length of Assignment: June 8, 2026 - October 31, 2026 (22 weeks)
Hours: 25 hrs./week
Location: Audubon's Center for Birds of Prey in Maitland, FL.
Compensation:
$19.00 / hour
Additional Job Description
Essential Functions
Validate and edit volunteer and nest data submitted to the EagleWatch GIS database and compile monthly and yearly reports.
Help with the end-of-year data compilation/summary (productivity, new nests, nests lost, impacts, takes, etc.) and transition to the next season.
Provide QA/QC data analysis for volunteer data submissions.
Assist in gathering information and program statistics for grant reports associated with eagle education and EagleWatch programs.
Assist new volunteers through all aspects of the onboarding process for Audubon’s EagleWatch program.
Maintains and fosters culture of safety.
Other job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor's degree or related work experience in related fields (GIS, biology, natural sciences).
Experience with data analysis for conservation. General knowledge of Bald Eagles and behavior preferred.
Flexibility and willingness to prioritize projects as directed by supervisor.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organization, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and effectively with limited resources. Must be able to multi-task and provide remote support to volunteers in the field.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
Proficient with ArcGIS.
Valid driver’s license.
Demonstrated respect for wildlife and the natural environment. Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.
Commitment to Audubon’s mission and programs including Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
EEO Statement
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