Seasonal Conservation Biologist II - Qualified Shorebird Monitor - Revere - Summer

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Job Description - Seasonal Conservation Biologist II - Shorebird Monitor - Revere Beach - Summer 2026 (260000XO)

• Number of Positions: 2
• Positions:
  Seasonal - Conservation Biologist II - Shorebird Monitor
• Location:
  
  Revere Beach
• Start Date:
  
  3/29/2026
• End Date: 8/22/2026
• Biweekly Salary: $2,659.16

Please note, if you are selected for this position and will be working less than 90 days, the position will automatically revert to a short-term position.

Our short-term positions are not part of the salary scale that is advertised within this job posting. Should this position revert to a short-term seasonal position (less than 90 days), your salary rate will be discussed with you during the interview phase of the process.

Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

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Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Department of Conservation and Recreation manages one of the largest and most diverse state parks systems in the nation and protects and enhances natural resources and outdoor recreational opportunities throughout Massachusetts. The DCR system includes over 450,000 acres of parks, forests, water supply protection lands, beaches, lakes, ponds, playgrounds, swimming pools, golf courses, skating rinks, trails and parkways.

The Seasonal Conservation Biologist II - Shorebird Monitor collects, analyzes, and reviews biological data through field and literature work on endangered and threatened species and other features of biological diversity; provides technical assistance and information to public and/or private groups and performs related work as required. The basic purpose is to provide professional scientific services regarding the biological monitoring and the protection and management of the State-listed Shorebird Species and their habitats.

Nesting shorebird surveys should be conducted by trained individuals with proven shorebird identification skills and avian survey experience.

• Analyzes data from a variety of sources on endangered and threatened shorebird species to assess population trends or to make management recommendations regarding the protection and management of these species.
• Collects and reviews biological data through field work to obtain information relative to population trends and environmental impacts in order to make appropriate recommendations.
• Provides biological technical assistance and information on such matters as endangered and threatened species conservation, management and research.
• Performs related duties such as preparing general and technical reports and maintaining databases and other scientific records.
• Assists with training and field activities for new staff members.

Minimum Entrance Requirements: Incumbents shall meet the following minimum qualifications:

• Ability to identify all species of beach-nesting birds by sight and sound.
• Ability to identify breeding/territorial behaviors and find nests of shorebirds.
• Ability to identify habitats preferred by nesting shorebirds.
• Have a clear working knowledge of, and adhere to…