MKWP FIELD CREW LEADER (UNGULATE) – ID# 226689

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MKWP FIELD CREW LEADER (UNGULATE) - ID# 226689


CLOSING DATE: December 3, 2026 or until filled. Job postings are removed from the RCUH Job Openings site once the recruitment process has ended. INQUIRIES: Chris Brosius 808-661-6600.

Regular, Full-Time, RCUH Non-Civil Service position with thePacificCooperativeStudiesUnit(PCSU),MaunaKahālāwaiWatershedPartnership (MKWP), located in Wailuku/Lahaina Districts with offices in Lahaina, Hawai’i. Continuationofemploymentisdependentuponprogram/operationalneeds,satisfactory work performance, availability of funds, and compliance with applicable Federal/State laws.

MONTHLYSALARY RANGE:$3,788 - $4,414/Mon.

DUTIES:Serves as a Field Crew Leader for Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership (MKWP) programs. Works as part of a team to serve the MKWP mission to reverse the negative trend of forest degradation caused by threats such as invasive species, human impacts, and wildfire. MKWP’s goal is to protect our forested watersheds, native ecosystems, and freshwater supply through collaborative forest management. Leads feral animal control projects and teams through approved methods (e.g., trapping, etc.) and monitoring activities in the MKWP Management Area. Tracks animals using aerial surveys, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), and other potential surveillance technologies. Drives project vehicles to work sites and works in and around helicopters. Builds, inspects, and maintains fences. Conducts alien plant monitoring and control in the MKWP Management Area. Controls alien plants using mechanical and chemical (i.e., herbicides) techniques. Establishes and monitors transects to evaluate forest recovery and plant distribution. Keeps detailed records of activities, inputs data, and provides summaries and analysis of field data. Responsible for baseyard maintenance and maintaining project vehicles and equipment including proper storage of herbicides. Troubleshoots problems with gear/equipment and vehicles. Assists with scheduling, planning, and logistics for field operations. Assists with public relations activities and events, maintains good relationships with landowners, and helps develop the support of landowners and the public for watershed project. Performs duties related to habitat restoration and protection, including site preparation using chemical and mechanical methods, seed collection and processing, planting and monitoring. Upon approval, loads, unloads, aims, and fires air guns from a variety of body positions in authorized project-related research or wildlife control programs. Performs these functions in a safe manner in varying environments and weather conditions. Disassembles, cleans, inspects, and reassembles air guns. Maintains air guns and related equipment in a proper, functional, and safe manner.

See original posting on RCUH.com website for full list of PRIMARY QUALIFICATIONS 

EDUCATION High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

EXPERIENCE Two to four (2-4) years of field experience surveying plant and animal populations. Experience must be well- documented (include dates and hours per week) and paid. (Associate’s Degree from an accredited community college may substitute for one (1) year of experience).

KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of native Hawaiian flora and fauna and threats from alien species. Knowledge of identification and detection techniques for target species and identification of common native species. Knowledge of animal control, fence building and mechanical/chemical weed control techniques.

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.

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