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Forest Solutions provides a wide range of land management services. These include traditional forest management, long-term land use planning, adaptive weed management, and culturally appropriate land stewardship as well as long term financial analysis for forestry.

Job Title: Office Assistant

Company: Forest Solutions, Inc.

Location: Big Island, Hawaii (Kona and Paauilo offices)

About Us: For over 25 years, family-owned Forest Solutions Inc. (FSI) has led forestry and land management in Hawai‘i. Based on Hawai‘i Island, our team offers services like large-scale tree planting, invasive species control, wildfire pre-suppression, and native forest management to conserve and steward lands across the islands. 

Job Description: We are seeking a motivated and organized Office Assistant with an interest in environmental conservation to join our team at FSI. The Office Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting various departments including the owner, president, human resources, bookkeeper, and foresters as needed.This is a full-time position, with hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm; but hours may vary.

Responsibilities & Supportive Tasks:

• Provide administrative support to the owner, president, HR, bookkeeper, and foresters.
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, make travel arrangements, coordinate meetings and perform general office duties.
• Help with expense tracking and inventory management of office supplies, equipment and vehicles.
• Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including phone calls and emails.
• Maintain organized filing systems, both physical and digital.
• Assist with HR tasks such as supporting coordination with interviews, new hire orientation and processing paperwork.
• Assist with drafting and proofreading correspondence, reports, and presentations.
• Other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the company.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an administrative assistant or relevant role.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Suite.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to travel regularly to Paauilo and Kona.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay starting at $19.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage, and matching 401k program.
• Paid time off, sick pay and company holidays.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position along with a list of 3 references to opportunities@forestsolutionsinc.com, with subject line "OFFICE ASSISTANT."