Conduct monitoring and management activities for breeding Piping Plovers. These temporary positions will run from 30 Mar 2009 (firm) through Sep 2009 at Assateague Island National Seashore in Berlin, MD. Positions will focus on plover breeding activities and disturbance control but will also address resident goose management, census of other breeding shorebirds, data management and status updates. Sea Beach Amaranth census and management will occur in the fall. Requires a B.S. in wildlife, natural resources management or related field. Applicants should have a strong interest in birds and have the ability to find and monitor small cryptic species up to 200 meters away with the aid of optics, and the ability to hear and differentiate specific calls of the primary species. The incumbents will be required to use and carry optical equipment for long periods of time over a soft terrain in a humid environment, carry loads of 10-20 kg, utilize a spotting scope while exposed to periodic hatches of biting insects, maintain composure when dealing with area closure violators, working independently and as part of a closely coordinated team. On-site housing with shared living space is available for a moderate fee. A valid drivers license and ability to operate over sand vehicles is also required. Applications for and additional information about these positions will be posted on the USAJOBS website: (URL: http://jobsearch.usajobs.opm.gov/index.asp) beginning 12 Jan 2009 and will be available for 12 days. Search for Biological Science Technician, GS-5 or GS-6, at Assateague Island National Seashore, Berlin, Maryland. All applications must be submitted through the website. JACK KUMER, Wildlife Specialist at: (EM: jack_kumer AT nps.gov) can answer questions about the positions, but has no control over the application or rating process.