The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking a field technician for the NC Bird Atlas! This position will be based in central North Carolina (Raleigh, Greensboro, Charlotte, Rocky Mount, Fayetteville, or surrounding areas). Technicians will be responsible for conducting point counts and coding breeding behaviors following appropriate protocols. Additional duties may include data entry, reviewing eBird checklists entries, assisting with community outreach and programming, and private landowner outreach for access. Some night and weekend work will also be required. Work vehicles and all necessary field equipment will be provided. Housing will not be provided; however, lodging and per diem will be provided while working remotely in the field. Technicians should expect extensive travel, frequent camping, long pre-dawn days, inclement weather, biting insects, and hot, humid days during the summer and cold temperatures during the winter. The field season will begin with a short training/calibration in visual and acoustic bird ID skills and our specific protocols (Raleigh, NC or virtual). To apply, send an e-mail with “Lastname_Firstname_2021_NCBA_tech” as the subject line and attach one document using the same title including a cover letter and resume (.doc, .docx, or .pdf) detailing your interest and qualifications, names and contact information (email and phone) of 3 references to kris.smith@ncwildlife.org.QualificationsTechnicians must be able to identify North Carolina birds by sight and sound. At least one full season of prior field experience, preferably with avian point counts, and the ability to work independently in remote areas, is required. Must be willing to work early mornings, travel extensively, and potentially camp in isolated areas. Valid driver’s license and good driving record required. These positions are not overtime eligible. Technicians will be expected to follow all NC/NCWRC COVID-19 guidelines