Aplomado Falcon Release Site Attendants

The Peregrine Fund is a common sense, elbow grease, no frills organization. We prioritize our work, attempting to tackle only projects for which we feel we are the most qualified and where a definite need exists. We always strive to leave a lasting result when finished. The result may be a healthy population of birds or environment or skilled people working for an effective organization. 

Position Overview: 

The Peregrine Fund will be awarding temporary positions for hack site studies at Aplomado Falcon release sites in West Texas and southern New Mexico. Positions will be awarded for approximately 8 to 12 sites, with a 2-person team per site. The release period will be approximately 10 weeks at some locations and up to 12 weeks at others.

Responsibilities:

Attendants will be responsible for feeding and monitoring from 6 to 20 young falcons from the time they are placed at the site until they reach independence. A typed report (format supplied) will be required upon completion of the project. The success of the study and release effort will depend on the effort of the individual as well as the team.

Releases will begin in late May, June, July, or August upon activation of the sites. Starting dates are dependant upon the dates that the young falcons hatch at our facility in Boise, Idaho. Some sites will last into September, depending upon the starting date.

Qualifications:

ONLY UNITED STATES RESIDENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Temporary positions will be issued only to those over 18 years old. Some ornithological or other wildlife experience is desirable, but not mandatory. Most sites require knowledge of working outdoors in a hot environment, requiring applicants to be in good physical condition. Positions for these sites will be issued only to persons possessing such qualifications.

All positions will require working long, challenging hours. The short time in which the study can be completed and the remote locations preclude "time off." No pets will be allowed. Applicants receiving positions will participate in a unique effort to restore endangered Aplomado Falcons to their native habitat.

Compensation: As a temporary employee you will receive a check every 2 weeks for $692.30. Field housing will be provided. The Fund will supply each site with a spotting scope and tripod which must be returned at the completion of the study. Each person receiving a position will be responsible for their own food and transportation to and from the site. It will be necessary for at least one member of the team to have a vehicle.

To Apply:

Please submit an application as soon as possible. You may download an application here (pdf) or receive one by contacting The Peregrine Fund at the address listed below or via email. If you are e-mailing your request please include your full mailing address. Applications need to be completed and returned by March 30 or sooner. Applicants receiving temporary positions will be notified by April 15, or sooner. Applications will be accepted until June 15, however, these will be considered only if there are positions available.

William R. Heinrich--Species Restoration Manager
The Peregrine Fund
5668 West Flying Hawk Lane
Boise, Idaho, 83709