Bat Technician

Colorado State University • Fort Collins, CO • 1h ago

Job Description

Position Summary Bat technicians are needed to conduct bat surveys for multiple projects with the Colorado Natural Heritage Program. Surveys will be conducted at locations throughout Colorado on U.S. Forest Service lands, military bases, and private lands. Technicians will trap, and process bats, conduct telemetry, and deploy acoustic detectors. Applicants with experience manually vetting bat acoustic data will be considered for extended employment both in the Spring and Autumn of 2026.

Full Consideration Date February 22, 2026

Brief Work Unit Description cnhp.colostate.edu

Essential Job Duties

Safely and effectively conduct bat surveys at remote field sites throughout Colorado using mist nets and harp traps.

Work well independently and as a team for long hours and unusual schedules, travel during the field season, share living quarters in rustic field housing, bunkhouses, and car camping

Capture, identify, take morphometric measurements and collect samples from bats.

Track bat movements using radio telemetry equipment.

Record and maintain field data, photos and biological samples

Deploy bat acoustic detectors in accordance with established protocols (NABat and others) at sites throughout Colorado

Organize and analyze bat acoustic data to identify bat sound files to species using specialized software

Conditions of Employment Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires). Valid Driver's License. Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain a driver's license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. by proposed start date; CNHP will not provide visa sponsorship for this position

Supervision - no supervision duties

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Biology or related field

Experience surveying for and handling bats

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. in Biology, Zoology, Wildlife Biology or related field

Bat acoustic analysis experience

Wildlife telemetry experience

Salary Range

$22.00 - $24.00

Required Application Documents

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Review our detailed benefits information here. (http://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)

Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator. (http://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/)

Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The @type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

Prospective Employees, click here to learn more about CSU's perks and purpose. (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/)

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