INVASIVE ANT PROGRAM MANAGER – ID# 226617
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INVASIVE ANT PROGRAM MANAGER – ID# 226617.
CLOSING DATE: October 21, 2026, or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended.
INQUIRIES: PCSU HR 808-956-9512.
Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Hawai‘i Ant Lab (HAL), located in Hilo, Hawai‘i. Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.
MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $6,266.06 - $7,000/Mon.
DUTIES: Manages the invasive ant strategy for Hawai‘i and the daily research and extension program of the Hawai‘i Ant Lab (HAL), including fiscal and human resource management. The program’s mission is to protect agriculture, people, and the environment of Hawai‘i from the introduction of new invasive ants, to prevent or reduce the spread of existing ant species, and to eradicate infestations where this is feasible. Accomplishes this by developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy that minimizes impacts associated with the threat of invasive ants and promotes biosecurity collaboration within the Pacific region. Expected outcomes of the program include enhanced awareness of invasive ant issues and development of new and novel solutions to control invasive species for people, industry, and natural resource managers. Directs, supervises, and assigns work to Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU) HAL staff. Drives to meetings and to the field in UH trucks.
PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Biology, Entomology, or a conservation related field. (Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Biological Sciences, Natural Resources Management, or related field with two (2) years of graduate training or project management experience may be substitute for a Master’s Degree.).
EXPERIENCE:
Three to five (3-5) years of experience related to job duties. Experience must include at least two (2) years of research experience in invertebrate biosecurity or invasive ant research and two (2) years of experience managing research teams in a high-performing environment, policy development, and strategic planning.A successful track record of grant acquisition and management with proven experience in the development of new technologies.
KNOWLEDGE:
Working knowledge of invasive ant biology, biosecurity procedures, state and federal legislation relating to these fields, policy development, and strategic planning.Extensive knowledge of pesticides, mode of action, and formulation of pesticide products.Thorough working knowledge of culture in Hawai‘i and the Pacific region is required. Knowledge of various avenues for gathering technical and legislative information. Knowledge of management principles including, but not limited to, supervising/developing employees, EEO, workplace safety, corrective/disciplinary actions, and administration of policies and procedures.
ABILITIES & SKILLS:
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork with a wide range of people and mentor subordinate staff.Proven ability to produce tangible outcomes, manage multiple projects, and work well under deadlines.Skilled in use of electronic communications and word processing, spreadsheet, and statistical software.Excellent oral and written communication and organizational skills.Strong interest in the protection of Hawai‘i’s natural resources and in innovative solutions to the problem of harmful non-native species invasion.Ability to work normal weekday business hours and occasional evenings and weekends, and to travel on short notice. Ability to establish work standards/expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives of ongoing work for direct reports. Ability to provide guidance, motivate, and engage direct reports through effective communication and leadership. Ability to assign work and to establish work rules and acceptable levels of quality and quantity of work. Ability to review work and evaluate performance, and develop required job competencies of direct reports. Must possess a valid driver’s license (and if use of personal vehicle on the job is required, must also have valid personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-Fault Driver’s Insurance) and maintain throughout the duration of employment. Post Offer/Employment Condition:Must be able to pass a post offer criminal background check. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals.
POLICY/REGULATORY REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment, employee will be subject to all applicable RCUH policies, procedures, and trainings and, as applicable, subject to University of Hawai‘i's and/or business entity's policies, procedures, and trainings. Violation of RCUH's, UH's, or business entity's policies and/or procedures or applicable State or Federal laws and/or regulations may lead to disciplinary action (including, but not limited to possible termination of employment, personal fines, civil and/or criminal penalties, etc.).
SECONDARY QUALIFICATIONS:
Possessa Hawai‘i class nine or ten (9 or10) pesticide applicator’s license.Experience in management or administration of a research project at the post-secondary education level.Working knowledge of RCUH policies and procedures.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/opportunities/job-openings/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) List of Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/Unofficial or Official Transcript(s)/Certificate(s). All online applications must be submitted/received by the closing date (11:59 P.M. Hawai‘i Standard Time/RCUH receipt time) as stated on the job posting. If you do not have access to our system and the closing date is imminent, please send additional documents to [email protected]. If you have questions on the application process and/or need assistance, please call (808)956-7262 or (808)956-0872. Please visit https://www.rcuh.com/policies-forms-documents/benefits-at-a-glance.pdf for more information on RCUH’s Benefits for eligible employees.
RCUH’s mission is to support and enhance research, development and training in Hawai‘i, with a focus on the University ofHawai‘i.
RCUH is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, marital status, reproductive health decision, citizenship, gender identity or expression, domestic or sexual violence victim status, military/veteran status, or other grounds protected under applicable federal and state laws, except as permitted by law.
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