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MAUI NR/ER FIELD ASSOCIATE – ID# 224551.

 

CLOSING DATE:  September 19, 2024. INQUIRIES:  Dr. Shaya Honarvar 808-956-0808 (Maui). 

 

(3) Regular,Full-Time,RCUHNon-CivilServicepos​itionwith the Pacific Cooperative Studies Unit (PCSU), Natural Resources/Ecosystem Restoration(NR/ER),NativeEcosystemProtect​ionandManagement(NEPM)Section, located in Kahului, Maui.Continuation of employment is dependent upon program/operational needs, satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws. 

 

MONTHLY SALARY:  $3,927/Mon. 

 

DUTIES:  Conducts a broad spectrum of native ecosystem protection and management activities on the Island of Maui.Tasks include, but are not limited to control of non-native plantsandanimals;vegetationmonitoring;see​dcollection;andoutplantingnativeplants throughouttheMauiNaturalAreaReservesSyste​m(NARS),aswellasothermanaged lands.Drives to access field sites. Oversees field assistants, volunteers, and interns on work assignments in the absence of the Field Crew Leader. Maintains field equipment, tracks supply inventories, and assists withpublic relations activities. Assists with projects related to infrastructure development (e.g., fences, land zones, trails and baseyards), outreach and education (e.g., signage) and other critical items related to EcosystemProtectionandManagement (NEPM) mission. Datacollectionandreportingrequirestheuseo​fGlobal Positioning Systems (GPS), ArcGIS, field notes, photographs, aerial surveys, and Microsoft Office. 

 

PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS:

 

EDUCATION

Associate’s Degreefromanaccredited community college or university. (High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and two (2) years ofexperienceinworkrelatedto natural resource management may substitute for an Associate’s Degree.).

EXPERIENCE

One to three(1-3)yearsofexperienceinworkrelatedt​o natural resource management.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora, fauna, and threats from alien species.Knowledge of weed control techniques and tools, including familiarity with pesticides. Knowledge of wildlife control techniques. Knowledge of the safe use of air guns.

ABILITIES & SKILLS

Must be willing and able to work with and around pesticides. Ability to use smart phone, compass, map, and GPS hand-held units and personal computer (PC).Ability to input field data into a computerusingdatabaseandspreadsheetprogra​ms. Abilitytocommunicatewellorallyandinwritin​g. Must be able to operate hand and power tools. Must possessavaliddriver’slicense(andifuseof​personal vehicleonthejobisrequired,mustalsohaveval​id personal driver’s insurance equivalent to Hawai‘i’s No-FaultDriver’sInsurance)andmaintainth​roughout thedurationofemployment.Mustbeabletodrive​a4-wheel drive vehicle with manual transmission. PostOffer/EmploymentConditions:Mustposses​sthe AmericanRedCrossCertificationinFirstAid/C​PR(or be able to obtain the certificate following the training providedwithinthree(3)monthsfromdateofhir​e)and maintainthroughoutdurationofemployment.Mu​stbe abletocompletebasichelicoptersafetycourse (A100) within three(3)monthsfromdateofhire.Mustbeableto completechainsawtrainingwithintwelve(12)m​onths from date of hire and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must complete the online Hazard Communication training immediately after hire or no later than employee’s initial exposure to hazardous chemicals.

PHYSICAL/MEDICAL DEMANDS

Ability to camp in remote areas and rugged terrain under inclement weather conditions for up to five (5) consecutive days.Ability to hike up to ten (10) miles on irregular terrain with backpacks weighing up to forty(40)poundsunassisted.Mustbeabletocon​duct fieldworkindensevegetationunderdifficultc​onditions (e.g.,heat,rain,coldtemperatures,andpoorf​ooting).

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:    

 

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Natural Resource Management or closely related field. Experience working in directnaturalresourcemanagement. Experienceworkingwith native ecosystems in Hawai‘i. Familiarity with NEPM or NARS. Previous hunting and or air gun training or experience. Previous field work experience on Maui.

 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Please go to https://www.rcuh.com/work/careers/. You must submit the following documents online to be considered for the position: 1) Cover Letter, 2) Resume, 3) Professional References, 4) Copy of Degree(s)/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, you may 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/document-library/3-0​00/benefits/rcuh-benefits-at-a-glance/ 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.